Getz

American

[gets] / gɛts /

noun

Stan(ley), 1927–91, U.S. jazz saxophonist.

Getz British

/ ɡɛts /

noun

Stanley, known as Stan. 1927–91, US jazz saxophonist: leader of his own group from 1949

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“Three for the Festival,” in the Village set, is classic Kirk: It’s a hard-driving blues that starts with a forceful piano introduction by Jane Getz.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Mr Getz said: "We still have hope. But every day is crucial, every day is critical."

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2024

When he came off the road after his long tour with Mr. Getz, he settled in Mexico City, where he joined many other self-exiled Brazilian artists.

From New York Times • Dec. 23, 2023

“We got some early spring training looks on him this year, and we liked what we saw,” Getz said.

From Washington Times • Dec. 6, 2023

“That is why I am here. Signor Getz has offered to help me with the search.”

From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke

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