Gerry Mulligan 1960 The Concert Jazz Band May 2026

(Arr. Bob Brookmeyer) You Took Advantage of Me (Arr. Mulligan) Out of This World (Arr. Brookmeyer) Key Personnel

: Baritone Saxophone, Piano (occasionally), and Leader Bob Brookmeyer : Valve Trombone (Mulligan's primary foil) Conte Candoli & Nick Travis : Trumpets Zoot Sims : Tenor Saxophone Gene Quill : Alto Saxophone Gerry Mulligan 1960 The Concert Jazz Band

Released in on the Verve label, Gerry Mulligan and the Concert Jazz Band marks the debut of Mulligan’s legendary 13-piece large ensemble. Unlike the booming big bands of the era, this group focused on a lighter, "cool jazz" aesthetic that retained the intimacy of a smaller group while utilizing the lush textures of a full horn section. Core Identity & Sound Brookmeyer) Key Personnel : Baritone Saxophone

: Mulligan aimed to create a "reformed" big band that avoided the brassy, overwhelming volume of traditional swing orchestras. He utilized a unique instrumentation—notably featuring three baritone saxophones at times—to achieve a deep, woody, and transparent sound. this group focused on a lighter

: Drums (providing the band's signature "swinging" but disciplined pulse) Critical Reception