Gerry Mulligan

Gerry Mulligan (1927–1996) was an American jazz baritone saxophonist, composer, arranger and bandleader associated with the cool jazz and West Coast jazz movements.

Primary instrument: baritone saxophone. Roles: composer, arranger, bandleader. Notable collaborators include Chet Baker and Astor Piazzolla (Summit, recorded in Milan).

One detailed, positive review focuses on the 1974 Summit collaboration with Astor Piazzolla recorded in Milan. The review highlights Mulligan's baritone sax, the orchestral arrangements, and the cross-genre significance of the project. The album is described as a "record of rare beauty."

For:Fans of jazz, cool jazz, cross-genre collaborations, and collectors of Gerry Mulligan recordings.