In February 1960, “Verve” label released “Gerry Mulligan Meets Ben Webster”, album by Gerry Mulligan and Ben Webster. It was recorded November – December 1959, and was produced by Norman Granz. The album, as a “classic album from two giants”, is featured in NPR’s “Basic Jazz Record Library”.

Personnel:

• Gerry Mulligan – baritone saxophone
• Ben Webster – tenor saxophone
• Jimmy Rowles – piano
• Leroy Vinnegar – double bass
• Mel Lewis – drums
• Phil Schaap – liner notes

Track listing:

All tracks by Gerry Mulligan, except where noted.

1. Chelsea Bridge – Billy Strayhorn
2. The Cat Walk – Gerry Mulligan, Ben Webster
3. Sunday – Chester Conn, Bennie Krueger, Nathan “Ned” Miller, Jule Styne
4. Who’s Got Rhythm
5. Tell Me When
6. Go Home
7. Sunday – Chester Conn, Bennie Krueger, Natha “Ned” Miller, Jule Styne