Booker Ervin

Saxophonist and jazz composer

Booker Ervin - Saxophonist and jazz composer
Born

October 31st, 1930
95 years ago

Died

1970
55 years ago — 40 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in jazz music during the 1960s, this saxophonist contributed significantly to the hard bop movement. He began his career in the late 1950s and worked with various influential musicians. Ervin is noted for his powerful playing style and unique sound, which blended blues and bebop influences. He recorded numerous albums as a bandleader and gained recognition for his ability to convey deep emotion through his improvisations. His work in jazz was critical in shaping the genre during his active years but also positioned him as an influential artist in the evolution of saxophone performance.

Released the album 'The Book Cooks'

Collaborated with Charles Mingus

Performed at the Montreux Jazz Festival

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