Like a Dream (album)

This was Oleszkiewicz's first album as leader.[1] He had previously appeared as a sideman.[2]

Oleszkiewicz composed and arranged all but one of the tracks.[1] The first five tracks are duets with pianist Brad Mehldau.[1] Two tracks are quartet recordings, with saxophonist Chuck Manning, guitarist Larry Koonse and drummer Mark Ferber.[1] "The last four songs feature a trio with pianist Adam Benjamin and drummer Nate Wood", with tenor saxophonist Bernie Maupin added for one.[1]

The album was released by Cryptogramophone Records in 2004.[2]

Professional ratings

Review scores
Source	Rating
AllMusic	[1]

The AllMusic reviewer concluded that "This is an auspicious debut that should help Darek Oleszkiewicz gain wider recognition."[1]

1. "November"
2. "You Don't Know What Love Is"
3. "Like a Dream"
4. "Time Cafe"
5. "Blues for Eden"
6. "Precious Moments"
7. "Before the Journey"
8. "Gift"
9. "That Night"
10. "Conclusion Part One"
11. "Conclusion Part Two"
12. "Conclusion Part Three"

• Darek Oleszkiewicz – bass
• Brad Mehldau – piano
• Chuck Manning – sax
• Larry Koonse – guitar
• Mark Ferber – drums
• Adam Benjamin – piano
• Nate Wood – drums
• Bennie Maupin – tenor sax