James Haddad: Jazz Musician in New York

About James Haddad

James Haddad is a New York City–based jazz musician heard at Bar Bayeux, where his name anchors the venue’s Friday happy hour listings. He has worked alongside saxophonist Peter Watrous in sets that move between straight‑ahead grooves and freer, open structures with a rotating cast of collaborators. Haddad’s approach is built around close listening and responsiveness rather than fixed arrangements. His performances tend to favor ensemble conversation over display.