James Buckley
A graduate of the Berklee College of Music, Jim Buckley has been part of the local and regional jazz scene for over 40 years. As both a leader and a sideman, he has had the distinction of performing and touring with Phil Woods, George Young, Lew Delgato, The Temptations, and many others. As an educator, he has been teaching music for over 25 years with the Scranton School District and he has also served as an adjunct professor of jazz history at the University of Scranton. From the early 1970s through the 1990s, he co-led the band “Lexington” at Pocono Gardens Resort.
"As a professional player, I am totally impressed with my virtuoso saxophones by RS Berkeley. The intonation feel, ease of playing, and key touches are excellent. I highly recommend these instruments to my private students looking for an affordable, professional instrument that will last them for a long, long time. Since I own three of the saxes (two altos, one tenor and alto flute) you can tell I appreciate the integrity of the workmanship on these instruments. Love my virt’s!"