The Dave Brubeck Quartet Was An American Modern Jazz Group Formed In San Francisco In 1951 By Jazz Pianist Dave Brubeck 1920-2012 . In What Became Known As The Band's Classic Line-Up The Band Featured Joe Morello 1928–2011 On Drums Eugene Wright 1923-2020 On Bass And Paul Desmond 1924-1977 On Saxophone. The Band Remains Best-Known For Their Use Of Odd Time Signatures And Were A Premier Group In The Cool Jazz Movement. They Produced Several Standards Including Take Five And Blue Rondo À La Turk. Throughout The Years And Changing Line-Ups The Group Maintained A Strong Fan-Base Among Jazz Fans Of All Ages.