Gary Bartz live in New York

Experience Gary Bartz live on July 22nd

Gary Bartz is scheduled to perform at Birdland Marina in New York City on July 22, 2026. Bartz is a highly respected jazz saxophonist and composer known for his contributions to post-bop and spiritual jazz. Emerging in the 1960s, his style blends hard bop foundations with elements of modal jazz, avant-garde improvisation, and influences from African music. He gained prominence as a member of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers and later as a bandleader with albums like *Another Message for Garcia* and *I’ve Got a Woman*. His work often features complex harmonic structures, powerful solos, and a distinctive tone.

Birdland Marina is an outdoor performance venue affiliated with the historic Birdland Jazz Club in Manhattan. Opened in 2023, it’s located on Pier 84 along the Hudson River, offering waterfront views alongside live music. The venue aims to extend the legacy of the original Birdland, which operated from 1949 to 1965 and became renowned as one of the most important jazz clubs in the world, hosting legendary performers like Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, and John Coltrane.