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Ernie Krivda is a legendary Cleveland-based jazz saxophonist, educator, and band leader whose career stretches back to 1963. Known for his mastery of straight-ahead tradition, Krivda has performed with legends like Quincy Jones and led The Fat Tuesday Big Band. His work spans post-bop to hard bop, with a distinctive blend of swing and big-band energy that has enriched the Cleveland jazz scene for decades. Whether leading a quartet or guiding a big band, Krivda brings a deep sense of musical history, technical prowess, and a commitment to education that has shaped countless students and listeners alike.

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Upcoming appearances in 2025 include the Tri-C Jazz Fest Cleveland outdoor lineup on June 27, 2025, plus local gigs around Cleveland such as Treelawn Social Club on August 8, 2025, and a Fat Tuesday Big Band show at BOP STOP on August 23, 2025. The Ernie Krivda Quartet continues to perform with a blend of post-bop, hard bop, swing, and big-band textures, delivering engaging live experiences. For ongoing updates, follow the official channels and the artist's website, ern iekrivda.com, and check venue pages for tickets.

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Quick Facts About Ernie Krivda Quartet

  • Krivda is a Cleveland-based jazz saxophonist and educator with a career dating to 1963, including tours with Quincy Jones and leadership of The Fat Tuesday Big Band.
  • His discography as a leader spans from Satanic (1977) to A Bright and Shining Moment (2018), with acclaimed titles like Focus on Stan Getz (2004) and Blues for Pekar (2011).
  • The 2025 schedule includes appearances at Tri‑C Jazz Fest Cleveland (Outdoor lineup, June 27, 2025), plus local Cleveland area gigs such as Treelawn Social Club (Aug 8, 2025) and a Fat Tuesday Big Band show at BOP STOP (Aug 23, 2025).
  • Genres include post‑bop, hard bop, swing and big‑band elements; Krivda is widely described as a master of the Cleveland jazz scene and straight‑ahead tradition.
  • Awards include the Cleveland Arts Prize (2009) for lifetime achievement in music and the Tri‑C Jazz Festival Jazz Legends Award; he has also served as a long‑time educator in Cleveland’s jazz programs.
  • Official information and updates are available on his site (erniekrivda.com); recent live‑stream/venue details include BOP STOP livestreams.

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Ernie Krivda Quartet Discography

  • A Bright and Shining Moment
    2018 · Capri Records
  • Blues for Pekar
    2011 · Capri Records
  • Live at the Dirty Dog
    2010 · CIMPoL
  • The Art of the Trio
    2009 · CIMP
  • November Man
    2009 · CIMP
  • Live in New York City
    2007 · The JazzStore.com
  • The Band That Swings
    1999 · Koch Jazz
  • Perdido
    1998 · Koch Jazz
  • Golden Moments
    1997 · Koch Jazz
  • Sarah's Theme
    1997 · CIMP
  • The Art of the Ballad
    1996 · Koch Jazz
  • Ernie Krivda Jazz
    1991 · Cadence Jazz Records
  • Well You Needn't
    1987 · Cadence Jazz Records
  • Tough Tenor Red Hot
    1986 · Cadence Jazz Records
  • Fireside Sessions
    1985 · North Coast Jazz Records
  • Live at Rusty's
    1984 · North Coast Jazz Records
  • Live at Peabody's
    1983 · North Coast Jazz Records
  • The Glory Strut
    1980 · Inner City Records
  • The Alchemist
    1978 · Inner City Records
  • Satanic
    1977 · Inner City Records

Upcoming appearances in 2025 include the Tri-C Jazz Fest Cleveland outdoor lineup on June 27, 2025, plus local gigs around Cleveland such as Treelawn Social Club on August 8, 2025, and a Fat Tuesday Big Band show at BOP STOP on August 23, 2025. The Ernie Krivda Quartet continues to perform with a blend of post-bop, hard bop, swing, and big-band textures, delivering engaging live experiences. For ongoing updates, follow the official channels and the artist's website, ern iekrivda.com, and check venue pages for tickets.

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