Desmond 's playing style ran counter to bebop , as he seldom used blues elements , and was influenced by Pete Brown and Benny Carter rather than Charlie Parker .
In 1951 , pianist Dave Brubeck hired alto saxophonist Paul Desmond , forming a quartet .
alto saxophonist 's playing style ran counter to bebop , as Paul Desmond seldom used blues elements , and was influenced by Pete Brown and Benny Carter rather than Charlie Parker .
In 1951 , pianist Dave Brubeck hired alto saxophonist Paul Desmond , forming a quartet .