Saxophonists · 1930–1970

Booker Ervin

American saxophonist (1930–1970)

Born
31 October 1930
Denison
Died
31 July 1970
New York City
Country
United States
Record labels
Blue Note, Prestige, Pacific Jazz Records
Discography
21 albums

Biography

Booker Ervin was a jazz musician who played saxophone. Booker Ervin was born on 31 October 1930 in Denison and died on 31 July 1970 in New York City. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Blue Note, Prestige and Pacific Jazz Records. The discography here lists 21 albums, from “Cookin'” (1960) to “Tex Book Tenor” (2005).

Booker Telleferro Ervin II (October 31, 1930 – August 31, 1970) was an American tenor saxophone player. His tenor playing was characterised by a strong, tough sound and blues/gospel phrasing. He is remembered for his association with bassist Charles Mingus.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Cookin' 1960
The Book Cooks 1960
That's It! 1961
Exultation! 1963
The Freedom Book 1963
Groovin' High 1964
Hip Cake Walk 1964
The Blues Book 1964
The Song Book 1964
Setting the Pace 1965
The Space Book 1965
The Exciting New Organ of Don Patterson 1966
Booker 'n' Brass 1967
Heavy!!! 1967
Structurally Sound 1967
The Trance 1967
The In Between 1968
Lament for Booker Ervin 1977 · Live
Down in the Dumps 1986
Legends of Acid Jazz 1996
Tex Book Tenor 2005

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Booker Ervin play?

Booker Ervin is known for playing saxophone.

When and where was Booker Ervin born?

Booker Ervin was born 31 October 1930 in Denison.

What are Booker Ervin's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include Cookin' (1960), The Book Cooks (1960), That's It! (1961), Exultation! (1963) and The Freedom Book (1963).

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