John Hébert Quintet: Jazz Ensemble in New York

About John Hébert Quintet

The John Hébert Quintet is a jazz group led by bassist John Hébert, heard in New York City settings such as Smalls Jazz Club. The ensemble works from the working-band tradition, with arrangements that leave room for shifting roles and quick changes in texture. Hébert’s experience as a collaborator shapes the group’s sound, keeping the bass less as a backdrop than a steering instrument. Their performances tend to favor precision and ensemble listening over display.