Paul Desmond
Paul Desmond (born Paul Emil Breitenfeld , November 25, 1924 – May 30, 1977) was an American jazz alto saxophonist and composer, best known for his work with the Dave Brubeck Quartet and for composing that group's biggest hit, " Take Five ". He was one of the most popular musicians to come out of the cool jazz scene. In addition to his work with Brubeck, he led several groups and collaborated with Gerry Mulligan , Chet Baker , Jim Hall , and Ed Bickert . After years of chain smoking and poor health, Desmond succumbed to lung cancer in 1977 following one last tour with Brubeck. Dave Brubeck - Take Five ( Original Video), TheDathi Paul Desmond (Heres That Rainy Day), Giancarlo Ellena Paul Desmond is widely recognized for his genius as a melodic improviser and as the benchmark of cool jazz sax players. His warm, elegant tone was one that he admittedly tried to make sound like a dry