Stan Getz (born Stanley Gayetski; February 2, 1927 – June 6, 1991) was an American jazz saxophonist. Playing primarily the tenor saxophone, Getz was known as " The Sound " because of his warm, …

Oct 28, 2025 · Stan Getz was an American jazz tenor saxophonist, perhaps the best-known musician of jazz’s “cool school,” noted for his mellow, lush tone. Getz began studying the saxophone at age 13 …

Of the great instrumental soloists who emerged from the revolution in jazz styles that grew in the years after World War II, tenor saxophonist Stan Getz (1927–1991) was perhaps the greatest sheer …

“The Girl From Ipanema” official music video by Stan Getz featuring Astrud Gilberto and Antônio Carlos Jobim.

Sep 19, 2025 · He continued to work steadily for Norman Granz, recording "Stan Getz with Oscar Peterson", "Mulligan Meets Getz" and "Stan Meets Chet". He won the Downbeat and Metronome …

Aug 19, 2025 · While João Gilberto and Antonio Carlos Jobim are often hailed as the pioneers of bossa nova, American saxophonist Stan Getz played an instrumental role in introducing and popularizing …

Born on February 2, 1927, and raised in the Bronx, Getz was a handsome, intelligent child who was drawn to music. He began playing harmonica, and in high school he progressed to bass, then …

Stan Getz was an American jazz saxophonist. Playing primarily the tenor saxophone, Getz was known as "The Sound" because of his warm, lyrical tone, with his prime influence being the wispy, mellow …

5 days ago · A rare meeting between two jazz greats, 'Stan Getz and the Oscar Peterson Trio,' will join the Verve Vault series early next year.

Best known for his relaxed, melodic improvisations, Stan Getz was one of the most celebrated jazz musicians of his time.