<p>Morello, who was 82, was best known for his work with the Dave Brubeck Quartet. He was a member of the group for more than 12 years and was featured on such jazz classics as "Take Five" and "Blue Rondo a la Turk."<br /><br />Morello also played with many leading jazz musicians over the years, including pianist Marian McPartland's Hickory House Trio in the early '50s.<br /><br />After Brubeck disbanded the quartet in 1968, Morello turned to teaching and writing instructional books.</p>
<p>Morello, who was 82, was best known for his work with the Dave Brubeck Quartet. He was a member of the group for more than 12 years and was featured on such jazz classics as "Take Five" and "Blue Rondo a la Turk."<br /><br />Morello also played with many leading jazz musicians over the years, including pianist Marian McPartland's Hickory House Trio in the early '50s.<br /><br />After Brubeck disbanded the quartet in 1968, Morello turned to teaching and writing instructional books.</p>