| Communications '72 | ||||
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| Released | 1972 | |||
| Recorded | November 1971 Paris, France | |||
| Genre | Jazz | |||
| Length | 43:24 | |||
| Label | Verve V6 8807 | |||
| Producer | Stan Getz | |||
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Communications '72 is an album by saxophonist Stan Getz and orchestra arranged and conducted by Michel Legrand which was released on the Verve label in 1972. [1]
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| Allmusic |   |
The Allmusic review by Stephen Cook stated "As usual, Getz makes it all shine with his golden tone and beguiling solo lines. A good title, but primarily recommended for Getz fans". [2]
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