Jeru
Gerry Mulligan · 1962
36 min · 7 tracks · big band music · cool jazz
Smooth, intricate arrangements intertwine with Mulligan's signature baritone saxophone in a cool jazz reverie.
Jeru is an album by Gerry Mulligan, released in 1962. Smooth, intricate arrangements intertwine with Mulligan's signature baritone saxophone in a cool jazz reverie. 'Jeru' is celebrated for its innovative orchestration and complex arrangements, contributing to the genre's development. It has been noted for its influence on subsequent jazz compositions and received positive critical acclaim, helping to maintain Mulligan's prominence in the jazz scene during the early 1960s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jeru sound like?
Smooth, intricate arrangements intertwine with Mulligan's signature baritone saxophone in a cool jazz reverie. Rooted in big band music and cool jazz.
What makes Jeru by Gerry Mulligan notable?
'Jeru' is celebrated for its innovative orchestration and complex arrangements, contributing to the genre's development. It has been noted for its influence on subsequent jazz compositions and received positive critical acclaim, helping to maintain Mulligan's prominence in the jazz scene during the early 1960s. Released in 1962, 'Jeru' marked Gerry Mulligan's return to the studio following a period of intensive touring. This album came after his notable work with the Concert Jazz Band and showcased his evolution as both a bandleader and composer, solidifying his role in the cool jazz movement.
How many songs are on Jeru?
Jeru has 7 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Capricious Standout 5:47
- 2 Here I'll Stay 5:00
- 3 Inside Impromptu 5:32
- 4 You've Come Home 5:40
- 5 Get Out of Town Standout 4:12
- 6 Blue Boy 4:38
- 7 Lonely Town Standout 5:34
Release Date
January 1, 1962
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 26 sec
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.