Recorded in 1959, Gerry Mulligan Meets Johnny Hodges is heralded as one of the best of Mulligans recordedpairings with fellow instrumentalists. On this date, the two saxophonists are joined by a solid rhythm section ofClaude Williamson (piano), Buddy Clark (bass) and Mel Lewis (drums), splitting the repertoire across three originalseach from Mulligan and Hodges. The two complement the other throughout except for Mulligans Whats the Rush, where the baritonist sits out altogether in favor of Hodges alto taking the spotlight.

Verve Acoustic Sounds Series features transfers from analog tapes and remastered 180-gram vinyl in deluxe gatefold packaging.

Track List:

1.Bunny, 2.What’s The Rush, 3.Back Beat

1.18 Carrots For Rabbit, 2.Shady Side

street date 10/24/25, previously anticipated release date 9/26/25