Gerry Mulligan - Jazz America

This film from Gary Keys focuses on the amazing saxophonist and arranger, Gerry Mulligan. His warm tone on the baritone and his delightful persona are on full display, capturing a live show from 1981. From his arrangements andplaying on Miles Davis Birth of the Cool to his quartet with Chet Baker, Mulligan will always be associated with Cool Jazz, but the music in this film touches on all aspects of his 30 plus years of playing. This snapshot featuresa master taking a look at his long and storied career with a crack band supporting his every move.