Playground (Michel Petrucciani album)

Playground is a studio album by French jazz pianist Michel Petrucciani, released in 1991 by Blue Note Records. The album features a quartet consisting of Petrucciani on piano, Wayne Shorter on saxophone, Miroslav Vitous on bass, and Roy Haynes on drums. It is considered one of Petrucciani's seminal recordings, showcasing his virtuosic technique and lyrical improvisational style within a dynamic and interactive ensemble setting. The album includes original compositions by Petrucciani, as well as interpretations of jazz standards. Key tracks often highlighted are "Playground," "Looking Up," and "Morning Blues." The album received critical acclaim and is regarded as a significant contribution to the post-bop jazz repertoire.