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Lars Gullin was a Swedish jazz musician and composer known primarily for playing the baritone saxophone. Active during the 1950s and 1960s, he combined influences from American cool jazz with melodic and harmonic elements associated with Swedish music. His recordings helped establish him as a distinctive European jazz voice, and he received international recognition, including attention in American jazz critics' polls.
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Lars Gullin ranks #27 of 157 in the Saxophonist ranking, behind Dewey Redman, ahead of Booker Ervin.
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How good is Lars Gullin?
Lars Gullin scores 8.11/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Saxophonist category. Defining European baritone voice and critics-poll winner; lyrical originality highly respected, less known outside jazz specialists.
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