John Bailey: Jazz Musician in New York

About John Bailey

John Bailey is a jazz artist heard in New York City rooms such as Ornithology Jazz Club, where he appears on bills including “Jazz at Ornithology — July 29.” He has worked in performance settings alongside Todd Herbert, Jeremy Manasia, Jason Clotter, Larry Banks, Anthony Pearlman, Brent Lerman, Jules Gardener, and Charlie Lincoln. The available record points to a player shaped by ensemble contexts and the demands of live interaction. His sets tend to prioritize conversation and responsiveness over display.