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Gerald Joseph Mulligan (April 6, 1927 – January 20, 1996), also known as Jeru, [6] was an American jazz saxophonist, clarinetist, composer and arranger. [7] .
Gerry Mulligan was an American baritone saxophonist, arranger, and composer noted for his role in popularizing “cool” jazz—a delicate, dry, understated approach to jazz style. Mulligan showed strong musical instincts from his early youth. He played piano and wind instruments with a number of small.
One of the most widely respected and admired jazz musicians of our time, Gerry Mulligan occupies a unique place in the American musical scene. Recognized as an important 20th century composer, arranger, saxophonist, and conductor, he has played a vital role in the history of modern jazz and contemporary music.
2024 Gerry Mulligan Jazz Challenge; Mondaino Youth Orchestra Receives Scholarship; Autobiography Wins ARSC Award; Gerry Mulligan Educational Video
Apr 16, 2008 · Arguably the most influential baritone saxophonist in jazz, Gerry Mulligan was also a commanding composer, arranger and bandleader, and played a pivotal role in developing...
Gerry Mulligan. Soundtrack: L.A. Confidential. Born in New York, raised in Philadelphia, Mulligan was the foremost baritone sax player of his generation, as well as an acclaimed composer and arranger, and one of the founders of the post-WWII "West Coast" school of jazz.
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Gerry Mulligan. April 6, 1927 – January 20, 1996. The most famous and probably greatest jazz baritonist of all time, Gerry Mulligan was a giant. A flexible soloist who was always ready to jam with anyone from Dixielanders to the most advanced boppers, Mulligan brought a somewhat revolutionary light sound to his potentially awkward and brutal ...
Aug 15, 2023 · Jazz musician Gerry Mulligan's bio, concert & touring information, albums, reviews, videos, photos and more.
Full concert by baritone saxophonist Gerry Mulligan and his Big Band at the North Sea Jazz Festival in the Prins Willem Alexanderzaal of the Congresgebouw, The Hague, The Netherlands on July...
Gerry’s autobiography “Being Gerry Mulligan: My Life in Music” will be released. Here are a few chapter synopses: Growing Up – Gerry describes his upbringing in Marion, Ohio, where his father worked for the railroad.
