name

Paul Desmond, Saxophone

dates

b. 11/25/24; d. 5/30/77

birth place

San Francisco, CA

description

Contributed the then-odd time signature Dave Brubeck hit “Take Five,” and was noted for his light, airy, recognizable sound on the alto sax.

hot disc

Paul Desmond: Jim Hall Recordings

more info

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Desmond