Although already in his mid-thirties at the time, Craig Bailey emerged in the mid-'90s to become one of the most consistently inventive and potentially significant reed players of his generation. He had played in his native Cincinnati and studied at the University of Miami, graduating in 1984. After moving to New York, Bailey worked with big bands led by Charlie Persip (1985-1986), Slide Hampton, and Ray Charles (1987-1991). He also worked with Panama Francis' swing combos and recorded with the Nancy Banks Orchestra and Bobby Watson's short-lived big band. Bailey joined the Tana Reid Quintet in 1991 and had his recording debut as a leader with 1995's impressive Candid CD A New Journey. Brooklyn followed six years later. ~ Scott Yanow, Rovi
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Craig Bailey plays hard bop and contemporary jazz, showcasing intricate alto saxophone arrangements rooted in the bebop and swing traditions.
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He started his musical journey in Cincinnati and studied at the University of Miami before establishing himself in the New York jazz scene.
