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Paul Desmond

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American jazz musician (1924-1977)

United StatesMusiciansLived 1924 to 1977 · aged 52
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Paul Desmond was an American jazz alto saxophonist and composer and proponent of cool jazz. He was a member of the Dave Brubeck Quartet and composed the group's biggest hit, "Take Five". The song remains the best-selling jazz song of all time.

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1924 to 1977 · aged 52
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