The Buddy Kearnan Quartet is a jazz group led by saxophonist and composer Buddy Kearnan. The quartet's music is characterized by its melodicism, harmonic sophistication, and rhythmic drive. Kearnan's compositions often draw on folk and classical influences, and the quartet's performances are known for their energy and interplay. The group has released several albums, including "The Squirrels of Union Square," "A Sharpness in the Air," and "The Water Maiden."