Dave Brubeck recorded The Duets in 1975 for Horizon Records, a subsidiary of A&M. The album features a series of piano duets with various musicians, including his son Darius Brubeck and saxophonist Paul Desmond.
The album includes original Brubeck compositions and jazz standards, showcasing the pianist's versatility in reduced formats. The recording took place at A&M Studios in Los Angeles.
Although not one of his most commercial albums, The Duets is valued by critics for its intimacy and the chemistry between performers. Brubeck personally produced the album.