Few jazz pianists have left as deep and lasting a mark on American culture as Vince Guaraldi. Known affectionately as the “sound of the Peanuts,” Guaraldi blended West Coast cool jazz, bossa nova rhythms, and a lyricism that spoke directly to the heart. His music carried a rare combination of sophistication and accessibility: instantly recognizable melodies that also swing with subtle harmonic depth. For many, Guaraldi’s themes became the soundtrack of childhood—yet his artistry stands tall in the pantheon of great jazz musicians.

With The Music of Vince Guaraldi the And So On Trio takes up this timeless songbook and breathes new life into it. Pianist Bam, bassist Keanu Finesse, and drummer Elgran Kraktaube are part of a new generation of jazz artists who honor tradition while reshaping it in their own voices. Their interpretations are not carbon copies of the original Peanuts recordings; instead, they are fresh reimaginings that highlight the trio’s collective creativity.

To capture this project, every note was recorded with custom ribbon microphones and hand-built tube preamps, chosen for their ability to render the most natural, organic sound. The album was then mixed in Mega-Dimensional Sound, creating an immersive, “you-are-there” listening experience that places the trio right in the room with you.

And So On Trio