Description
Reunion with Chet Baker documents the celebrated early-1960s reunion between Gerry Mulligan and Chet Baker, whose piano-less quartet recordings in the early 1950s helped define the West Coast jazz sound. Recorded in 1962 and released on Pacific Jazz, this album revisits that airy, conversational style with a more mature, reflective edge.
Standout performances include “Reunion,” “My Heart Belongs to Daddy,” “Stardust,” and “Trav’lin’ Light.” Mulligan’s rich baritone lines blend effortlessly with Baker’s lyrical trumpet, supported by a tasteful, swinging rhythm section. Cool, spacious, and elegant—this is essential listening for fans of melodic jazz and classic Pacific Jazz releases.
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Why it’s collectible
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Iconic Mulligan–Baker reunion session
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Classic Pacific Jazz Records title
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Landmark West Coast jazz sound
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Consistent international collector demand
