Brubeck wasn’t just a crusader for rhythm. During his service in World War II, Brubeck was spotted playing a Red Cross show and ordered to form a band. Brubeck chose a racially integrated lineup, a rarity for military acts. During the 1950s and ’60s, Brubeck is reported to have canceled appearances at venues that balked at the mixed racial makeup of his quartet.

Dave Brubeck — Take Five, Germany, 1966. Dave Brubeck – piano, Paul Desmond – alto sax, Eugene Wright – bass, Joe Morello – drums.