| Birth: | Nov. 25, 1924 San Francisco San Francisco County California, USA | | Death: | May 30, 1977 Manhattan New York County New York, USA |  Jazz Musician. Born originally Paul Emil Brightenfeld in San Francisco California. He is known primarily for his work with The Dave Brubeck Quartet from 1951-67. Composer of the quartet's huge 1959 hit "Take 5" among others. He passed away on Memorial Day, leaving his vast royalties to The American Red Cross. (bio by: Bongo Pete)
Search Amazon for Paul Desmond | | | Burial: Cremated, Ashes scattered. | Maintained by: Find A Grave Originally Created by: Bongo Pete Record added: Dec 08, 2003
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