Max Greger was a German jazz musician, saxophonist, big band bandleader and conductor. He recorded over 150 records in jazz and pop music.
In 1948 he founded his first sextet with acclaimed musicians, including Hugo Strasser. In 1959 he was the first western orchestra to tour the Soviet Union. In 1963 he put together a top orchestra for ZDF, which for years supported all major TV shows.
His son, Max Greger Jr. and grandson, Max Greger Jr.Jr. are accomplished musicians as well.