Bobby Watson: Jazz Musician in New York

About Bobby Watson

Bobby Watson is an American alto saxophonist, composer, and educator whose work sits firmly in the jazz tradition, with a strong hard bop current. He is heard in New York City at Dizzy’s Club, where his late-night sets favor close listening and detailed ensemble balance. With the Bobby Watson Quintet, he leads from inside the front line, shaping arrangements that leave room for group conversation as well as individual statements. His playing tends to prize direct swing over display.