Stan Getz was an American jazz saxophonist who was widely considered one of the greatest jazz musicians of all time. He was known for his smooth and lyrical playing style, which earned him the nickname 'The Sound'. Getz was a prolific recording artist, appearing on over 50 albums during his career. He is best remembered for his collaborations with Brazilian guitarist João Gilberto, which resulted in the classic album Getz/Gilberto.