Joey Berkley

Bio:

Saxophonist/composer JOEY BERKLEY has been an active member of the NYC "music scene" for over 25 years. Moving from Toronto, Canada in the late 70's Joey has developed a musical career spanning jazz to funk, clubs to concerts and performer to educator...

You want the past? Go to www.joeyberkley.com for all that bio/resume stuff.
You want what's now? Go to www.joeyberkley.com for all that other good stuff too.





BE SURE TO CHECK OUT JOEY BERKLEY ON iTunes. HIS NEW ALBUM is "More 'n Four"

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Member Since:

February 22, 2008

Members:

THE TRADITION OF STRAIGHT-AHEAD JAZZ: The Joey Berkley Quartet is rooted in the tradition of straight-ahead acoustic jazz. Featuring saxophonist Joey Berkley’s original compositions the music comes out swingin’ hard from the legacy left by jazz greats such as John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, Miles Davis and Thelonius Monk. Joey has created his “sound” by using these influences to develop his own voice, grabbing the listener

REAL FUNKY MUSIC: Funkasaurus Rex is a nine-piece band which combines rhythm ‘n blues and funk with jazz. Comprised of well known NYC musicians this group features a dynamic horn section along with a versatile rhythm section. Whether it’s a well-loved classic or a classy original, these veteran players bring the real funk into a new era

VIRTUOSITY AND ARTISTRY: Four Good Reeds consists of four saxophonists who are among the best in the NY music community whether they are playing or teaching. With a repertoire which includes classical and jazz this sax quartet offers listeners virtuosity along with artistry in a direct and intimate fashion.



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Influences:

Coltrane/Miles/Monk/Brecker/Rollins

Sounds Like:

Joey Berkley

Record Label:

O Solo Mio !