Born on this day in 1924, Paul Desmond (November 25, 1924 - May 30, 1977) went on to become one of the most distinctive alto saxophonists in jazz history. Desmond's 30-year-long connection with Dave Brubeck, most notably as a member of the Dave Brubeck Quartet from 1951 - 1967, included writing one of the most well-known and best-selling jazz songs of all time, "Take Five." Nearly 30 years after Paul Desmond's passing, Dave Brubeck reflected on their relationship for Doug Ramsey's authoritative

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