Greg Osby live in New York

Experience Greg Osby live on September 2nd

Greg Osby will be performing at Birdland Jazz Club in New York City on September 2nd, 2026. Osby is an American jazz saxophonist and composer known for his post-modern jazz style, often incorporating elements of free improvisation, funk, and a distinctly angular harmonic approach. He rose to prominence in the 1980s and 90s as a leading figure in the M-Base collective, alongside artists like Steve Coleman and Geri Allen, emphasizing complex rhythmic structures and collective improvisation. Throughout his career, Osby has released numerous albums as a leader and sideman, continually exploring innovative approaches to jazz composition and performance.

Birdland Jazz Club holds a significant place in jazz history. Originally opening in 1949, it quickly became one of the most famous jazz clubs in the world, hosting legendary performers such as Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Count Basie. The original club closed in 1965 but was revived in 1986 at a new location on West 44th Street in Manhattan where it continues to operate today.