Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Leonard Curry, (a.k.a. Duke) has mesmerized listeners for over 25 years. After playing throughout Greater Cleveland and various locations in the country, Duke obtained formal musical education at Cleveland State University. After his first visit to New York, he knew there would never be another city for him. Within a year he was mesmerizing listeners in the tri-state areas. His versatility has led him into clubs that range from presenting Bach to those that cater to jazz. His tone and style stand out and his large repertoire will amaze you. When you hear the many temperaments he can achieve with his horn you’d might think you’re listening to a human voice. He is so artistically talented and skillful and charming that you might invite him to play at all your events. He can play solo, along with background music or with a live band. It’s your choice but whatever you do, call this Sax Man because you and your guests will be entertained in a way you’ll always remember.
SELECTED CREDITS (Solo or with band)
All City Jazz Band – 1st Chair, Alto Sax, Cleve. OH
Lead Alto for ‘Introspectum’ Band, Cleve. OH
Opening Act for ‘Dazz Band,’ Front Row Theater, Wilson Mills, OH
Joined the band, ‘Centerfold’: Winners of the Best Band, Awarded by Tri-C Jazz Festival, Cleveland, OH
Blue Note – NYC
United Nations – NYC
New Amsterdam Musical Assn – NYC
Iguana Club – NYC
Harlem School of Arts – NYC
Lenox Lounge – NYC
The Shrine – NYC
St. Peters – NYC
LLA 449 – NYC
Gishen Café – NYC
Paris Blues – NYC
Dwyer Community Center – NYC
Cleopatra’s Needle – NYC
St. Nicks Pub – NYC
Henry St. Settlement Theater, NYC
The Bodega – Cleve, OH
Berea Jazz Fest – Cleve., OH
Sixth Street Under – Cleve. OH
The Bop Club – Cleve. OH
Hi & Dry – Cleve. OH
Nighttown – Cleve. OH
Karamu House – Cleve. OH
Cleveland State -Univ. Cleve. OH
Satellite Club – NYC
Club 22 West – NYC
Minton’s Club- NYC