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“Take Five” is a classic jazz piece written by Paul Desmond and performed by The Dave Brubeck Quartet on their 1959 album Time Out. Recorded at Columbia’s 30th Street Studios in New York City on June 25, July 1, and August 18, 1959, this piece became one of the group’s best-known records, famous for its distinctive, catchy saxophone melody and use of the unusual quintuple (5/4) time, from which its name is derived. While “Take Five” was not the first jazz composition to use this meter, it was one of the first in the United States to achieve mainstream significance, reaching number five on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary Singles chart.
“Take Five” was re-recorded and performed live multiple times by The Dave Brubeck Quartet throughout the group’s career. In addition, there have been various covers of the piece, including one by Swedish singer Monica Zetterlund in 1962 and a dub version by King Tubby, released posthumously in 2002. Some versions also feature lyrics, including a 1961 recording with lyrics written by Dave Brubeck and his wife Iola, sung by Carmen McRae. “Take Five” has also been included in countless movies and television soundtracks, and still receives significant radio play.
Upon his death in 1977, Desmond left the rights to royalties for performances and compositions, including “Take Five”, to the American Red Cross, which has since received combined royalties of approximately $100,000 per year.
“Take Five” was re-recorded and performed live multiple times by The Dave Brubeck Quartet throughout the group’s career. In addition, there have been various covers of the piece, including one by Swedish singer Monica Zetterlund in 1962 and a dub version by King Tubby, released posthumously in 2002. Some versions also feature lyrics, including a 1961 recording with lyrics written by Dave Brubeck and his wife Iola, sung by Carmen McRae. “Take Five” has also been included in countless movies and television soundtracks, and still receives significant radio play.
Upon his death in 1977, Desmond left the rights to royalties for performances and compositions, including “Take Five”, to the American Red Cross, which has since received combined royalties of approximately $100,000 per year.
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The Dave Brubeck Quartet - Take Five (1961)
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Crimsonsun5 wrote:
Phenomenally chic!
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solartante wrote:
fantastic!
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christiaan81 wrote:
Who doesn't love this! I like the different version with different solos.. esp. jazz-drumsolos are so cool/groovy..
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mugshot_tim wrote:
Joey Morello excels on this.. if you ever get chance watch some of his drum tutorial videos on youtube.. such a brilliant jazz drummer despite the fact he could not see.. truly amazing.
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jesusito78 wrote:
no 1' of jazz
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PhamilyJules wrote:
So great. If you like "Take Five" you should check out Paul Desmond's "Take Ten"
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lil-listens wrote:
its a pantomime and not a play :)
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Imperial_Joker wrote:
Joe Morello is the balls....
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jazzmusicrocks wrote:
This one is so much better than that shortened one. Why is it just so good?
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tzbaby wrote:
THE epitome of cool!
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lisbeth7 wrote:
my all time favorite...sweet, inspiring, joyful...just brilliant.
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Ivee75 wrote:
Saw Dave Brubeck in San Antonio last year for a jazz festival... what an awesome show!
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wilsonloop wrote:
p4p best song
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kilam4 wrote:
This is my jam!
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momoninja wrote:
super cool
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moainateacup wrote:
This song is why I choose to play saxophone! It's in my top 5 of all time favorite songs!
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Dreamgirl_Beth wrote:
My dad played this when I was a baby, and I still remember it! Good ol' jazz!
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Param param pam pam, param param pam pam...
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yes yes yes~!
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