Record - VG+

Cover - G+

A superb West Coast jazz collaboration featuring two of the most influential saxophonists of the cool jazz era. This album pairs baritone saxophonist Gerry Mulligan with alto saxophone legend Paul Desmond, best known for his work with the Dave Brubeck Quartet. Their lyrical playing styles complement each other beautifully, creating an elegant and relaxed listening experience that remains a favourite among jazz enthusiasts and collectors.

Backed by a tight rhythm section featuring Dave Bailey and Joe Benjamin, the quartet delivers sophisticated arrangements, melodic improvisation, and the understated swing that helped define the cool jazz movement of the late 1950s. A highly enjoyable jazz LP that rewards repeated listening.

Genre: Jazz, Cool Jazz, West Coast Jazz

Track Listing

Side One

1. Blues In Time
2. Body And Soul
3. Standstill

Side Two

1. Line For Lyons
2. Wintersong
3. Battle Hymn Of The Republican
4. Fall Out