The 1958 album "Stax of Sax" features Geller in a saxophone-heavy ensemble, presenting a program of original compositions and standards. The album showcases Geller's distinctive alto saxophone tone and improvisational style within a driving, rhythmically cohesive context.
- "Stax of Sax" was recorded in Los Angeles on January 13, 1958.
- The album was released on February 13, 1958, by the Jazzland label.
- The personnel on the recording includes alto saxophonist Herb Geller, tenor saxophonist Lou Donaldson, and baritone saxophonist Pepper Adams, among others.
Herb Geller was an alto saxophonist and composer from Los Angeles, known for his work in cool jazz and bebop. By 1958, he had established himself as a prominent voice on the West Coast jazz scene.
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