Booker Ervin
Hard bop, Musical Artist
1930 – 1970
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Who was Booker Ervin?
Booker Telleferro Ervin II was an American tenor saxophone player. His tenor playing was characterised by a strong, tough sound and blues/gospel phrasing. He is best known for his association with bassist Charles Mingus.
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- Born
- Oct 31, 1930
Denison - Also known as
- Ervin, Booker
- Education
- Berklee College of Music
- Died
- Jul 31, 1970
New York City
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on July 23, 2013
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