Pryso, I'm glad you backtracked, my mistake that Pepper Adams was not on the "Moanin" cut, I thought he was.
That post was meant to illustrate what a fantastic sideman he was. He was with Mingus, on one, Donald Bird, on another, plus Lee Morgan on a third; the cat could jam. Rok thought that was the best "Night In Tunisia" he had ever heard. Depending on the time of day, the humidity and the temperature, I agree with him. My opinion of who is best on what, changes like that; it's because I listen to so many cats who can really jam. Just think of all the fantastic versions of that jam you have listened to and enjoyed.
I could go on about Pepper Adams, but I think I made my point.
While I would still choose Pepper Adams by a horse hair, Ronnie Cuber was excellent; a close second to Pepper Adams. A lot depends on the first version of a tune the individual has listened to.
That Gerry Mulligan was a fantastic example of "West Coast Jazz"; it's almost like he defines the genre, the mood; LA on a misty night. "Pacific Jazz Records"; when I read that label, I know I can sit back relax, and listen to some fine examples of "West Coast Jazz".
Gerry Mulligan - Reunion With Chet Baker is a slightly different version of West Coast Jazz, that is also exemplified by Jimmy Giuffre; here's Jimmy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCVg1UOADO8&list=RDOCVg1UOADO8
I hope I've commented sufficiently on all your posts.