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Paul Desmond

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Paul Desmond, Saxophone

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b. November 25, 1924; d. May 30, 1977

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San Francisco, CA

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

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Paul Desmond: Jim Hall Recordings

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

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