Paul Desmond was a jazz alto saxophonist and composer born in San Francisco, USA, in 1924. He gained best known as a member of the Дэйва Брубека Quartet, where he wrote the iconic composition "Take Five" one of the most recognizable melodies of cool jazz. His playing style was distinguished by its smoothness and sophistication, which made him one of the most popular musicians of his time. In addition to his work with the quartet, he collaborated with artists such as Gerry Mulligan and Jim Hall . Paul Desmond made a significant contribution to the development of cool jazz, leaving a lasting mark on the genre's history.

• Country: USA
• Language: English, Swahili