Chet Baker Quartet (Summertime) is an EP released in 1955 by Pacific Jazz. It contains recordings by Chet Baker's quartet made in Los Angeles, focusing on the title track 'Summertime'.
The album features Baker accompanied by musicians such as Russ Freeman on piano, Carson Smith on bass, and Bob Neel on drums. These sessions capture the essence of West Coast cool jazz.
Production was overseen by Richard Bock. The EP includes versions of standards that became part of Baker's classic repertoire, highlighting his melodic and smooth phrasing.