Michael Ode: Jazz Musician in New York

About Michael Ode

Michael Ode is a jazz artist heard on New York City bandstands, including sets at Ornithology Jazz Club. His work has placed him alongside players such as Todd Herbert, Jeremy Manasia, Jason Clotter, Larry Banks, Anthony Pearlman, Brent Lerman, Jules Gardener, and Charlie Lincoln. In live contexts like Ornithology’s Jazz Dialogue nights, he operates in the close-quarters logic of small-group improvisation, where roles shift quickly from support to lead. His performances favor clarity over display, keeping the focus on ensemble conversation.