John Patitucci Quartet: Jazz Ensemble in New York

About John Patitucci Quartet

The John Patitucci Quartet centers on bassist-composer John Patitucci, a player whose work moves between straight-ahead jazz and jazz fusion through decades of high-profile collaborations. In New York City, the group appears at Smoke Jazz & Supper Club in programs billed as “John Patitucci Quartet featuring special guests.” Patitucci’s writing often treats the bass as a melodic lead as much as a foundation, shaping the ensemble’s direction from the bottom up. The performances favor structure and conversation over display.