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“Sometimes I get the feeling that there are orgies going on all over new York City, and somebody says, `Let's call Desmond,' and somebody else says, 'Why bother? He's probably home reading the Encyclopedia Britannica.'”

Quote by Paul Desmond

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Paul Desmond was a renowned composer and saxophonist, best known for his contributions to jazz music. His most famous composition, 'Take Five,' became a classic in the genre. Born on November 25, 1924, he passed away on May 30, 1977. more

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