Dave Brubeck Trio & Gerry Mulligan - Live at the Berlin Philharmonie

Out of the 13 selections included on this double CD, six were originally released just in Europe, two ("Out of Nowhere" and "Mexican Jumping Bean") were never out before and only five songs were on the American LP. Considering how inspired the Dave Brubeck Quartet sounds, it is surprising that the music has been so obscure for so long. Baritonist Gerry Mulligan is particularly heated on the opening two numbers (the unreleased tracks), pianist Dave Brubeck really stretches himself (check him out on "Things Ain't What They Used to Be" where he progresses from stride to free), and bassist Jack Six and drummer Alan Dawson, in addition to their solo space, are quite alert and constantly pushing the lead voices. Not only are the musicians in top form but the audience is very enthusiastic, demanding three encores. The extensive liner notes by Geoffrey Smith are also a major plus. Highly recommended. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

Name Credits Alan Dawson Drums Barry Hatcher Project Director, Liner Notes Dave Brubeck Piano, Liner Notes, Producer Gary Pacheco Director, Series Director Geoff Smith Liner Notes Gerry Mulligan Sax (Baritone) Gina Campanaro Packaging Manager Hans Harzheim Photography Jack Six Bass Mark Wilder Mastering, Digital Mastering Rita Cox Project Director Robert Constanzo Packaging Manager Russell Gloyd Producer, Compilation Producer Tom "Curly" Ruff Mastering