Paul Desmond - Easy Living (CD, 1990) | Jazz Near Mint
$ 5.15
- Artist(s): Paul Desmond
- Year: 1990
- Genres: Jazz
- Media Condition: Near Mint
- Sleeve Condition: Near Mint
- Catalog Number: 2306-2-RB
- Label: BMG, Bluebird, RCA
- Format: CD
- Number of discs: 1
- Copies available: 1
- Country: US
- SKU: ZU21CUF0
- UPC: 078635230628
Description
Experience Paul Desmond on the album Easy Living. Released in 1990 on BMG. Genre: Jazz. A great addition for any music lover and collector.
About Paul Desmond
Paul Desmond was an influential American jazz alto saxophonist, best known for his smooth, lyrical playing style and his association with the Dave Brubeck Quartet. Born on November 25, 1924, in San Francisco, California, Desmond began playing the clarinet at an early age before switching to the alto saxophone. He gained prominence in the 1950s as a member of the Brubeck Quartet, contributing to the group's distinctive sound that combined elements of classical music with jazz improvisation. Desmond is perhaps most famous for his composition "Take Five," which became a jazz standard and helped popularize the use of odd time signatures in jazz. His collaboration with Brubeck brought forth several successful albums, including "Time Out," which showcased the quartet's innovative approach to rhythm and melody. In addition to his work with Brubeck, Desmond recorded as a solo artist and collaborated with various musicians throughout his career, including Chet Baker and Jim Hall. Known for his dry wit and laid-back personality, Desmond left a lasting legacy in the jazz world before passing away on May 30, 1977.
Key Features
- Authenticity: Easy Living on BMG, released in 1990.
- Condition: Near Mint, ensuring a pristine listening experience.
- Genres: Jazz
- Format: CD, perfect for collectors and music enthusiasts alike.
- Number of discs: 1
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