Stan Getz

Stan Getz

bebop, jazz

United States

About

Sound in a sentence: "Getz’s music features a smooth, flowing texture built on gentle phrasing and subtle variations in rhythm that create an inviting atmosphere for reflection."
Stan Getz reshaped the landscape of jazz through his warm, lyrical saxophone tone and a mastery of melody that appealed to both fervent jazz aficionados and casual listeners.
Stan Getz reshaped the landscape of jazz through his warm, lyrical saxophone tone and a mastery of melody that appealed to both fervent jazz aficionados and casual listeners. His ability to convey deep emotion through improvisation created a bridge between complex musical structures and accessible listening experiences, making him a significant figure in bringing jazz into broader cultural conversations during his era. Getz’s approach prioritized lyrical clarity, often infusing traditional jazz forms with a sense of narrative flow. By collaborating with a diverse range of musicians across different styles, he helped popularize bossa nova in the U.S., demonstrating how music can transcend borders and resonate on a universal level. His performances were marked by an effortless interaction with his bandmates, creating an intimate dialogue that brought new dimensions to each piece. Frequently exploring themes of love, longing, and introspection, Getz's songwriting encapsulated both tenderness and depth. His voice on the saxophone was at once conversational and poetic, weaving stories that evoke vivid imagery while maintaining a profound sincerity. This balance between emotional honesty and musical sophistication drew listeners into his world, allowing them to connect deeply with the underlying sentiments.

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Discography

61 releases • 61 studio • 1952–2019
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Getz at the Gate

Getz at the Gate

2019

Moments in Time

Moments in Time

2018

Getz/Gilberto '76

Getz/Gilberto '76

2016

People Time: The Complete Recordings

People Time: The Complete Recordings

2010

Blue Skies

Blue Skies

1995

Nobody Else but Me

Nobody Else but Me

1994

Scandinavian Days

Scandinavian Days

1991

Billy Highstreet Samba

Billy Highstreet Samba

1990

Stan Getz Meets João & Astrud Gilberto

Stan Getz Meets João & Astrud Gilberto

1990

Stan Getz – at Storyville Vol. 2

Stan Getz – at Storyville Vol. 2

1990

Anniversary!

Anniversary!

1989

Bossas & Ballads – The Lost Sessions

Bossas & Ballads – The Lost Sessions

1989

Voyage

Voyage

1986

Poetry

Poetry

1984

Line for Lyons

Line for Lyons

1983

The Master

The Master

1982

Pure Getz

Pure Getz

1982

Forest Eyes

Forest Eyes

1980

Children of the World

Children of the World

1979

Another World

Another World

1978

The Peacocks

The Peacocks

1977

Captain Marvel

Captain Marvel

1972

Communications '72

Communications '72

1972

Dynasty

Dynasty

1971

Serenity

Serenity

Spring Is Here

Spring Is Here

The Dolphin

The Dolphin

Stan Getz Quartet Live in Paris

Stan Getz Quartet Live in Paris

The Song Is You

The Song Is You

The Stockholm Concert

The Stockholm Concert

Live at Montmartre

Live at Montmartre

Marrakesh Express

Marrakesh Express

1970

Stan Getz at Large

Stan Getz at Large

The Complete Roost Recordings

The Complete Roost Recordings

Stan Getz Plays Music from the Soundtrack of Mickey One

Stan Getz Plays Music from the Soundtrack of Mickey One

Didn't We

Didn't We

1969

Prezervation

Prezervation

1968

What the World Needs Now: Stan Getz Plays Burt Bacharach and Hal David

What the World Needs Now: Stan Getz Plays Burt Bacharach and Hal David

1968

Voices

Voices

1967

Sweet Rain

Sweet Rain

1967

In Paris Live

In Paris Live

1967

Stan Getz With Guest Artist Laurindo Almeida

Stan Getz With Guest Artist Laurindo Almeida

1966

Reflections

Reflections

1964

Getz Au Go Go

Getz Au Go Go

1964

Focus

Focus

1961

Cool Velvet

Cool Velvet

1960

Imported from Europe

Imported from Europe

1959

The Soft Swing

The Soft Swing

1959

Stan Getz and the Oscar Peterson Trio

Stan Getz and the Oscar Peterson Trio

1958

Stan Meets Chet

Stan Meets Chet

1958

Award Winner: Stan Getz

Award Winner: Stan Getz

1957

Stan Getz and J. J. Johnson at the Opera House

Stan Getz and J. J. Johnson at the Opera House

1957

The Steamer

The Steamer

1957

Stan Getz and the Cool Sounds

Stan Getz and the Cool Sounds

1957

Stan Getz in Stockholm

Stan Getz in Stockholm

1956

Stan Getz at The Shrine

Stan Getz at The Shrine

1955

West Coast Jazz

West Coast Jazz

1955

Stan Getz Plays

Stan Getz Plays

1955

Stan Getz Quartets

Stan Getz Quartets

1955

Interpretations by the Stan Getz Quintet

Interpretations by the Stan Getz Quintet

1954

Stan Getz Quintet – Jazz at Storyville

Stan Getz Quintet – Jazz at Storyville

1952

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