Bassist John Lang offers a distinguished resume in performance, arranging and composition. Lang is most recognized in New York as a straight-ahead bassist. He can be seen weekly performing in clubs such as Cellar Dog, Little Branch, Ornithology, The Django, The Jazz Forum, Maureen’s Jazz Cellar, Aperiti, and Winnie’s Jazz Bar.  John has appeared as a sideman with saxophone greats Grant Stewart and Chris Byars. He is also the host of the weekly jazz concert series First Name Basis. This series, now in its third year is one of the has become a staple of the NYC vocal jazz scene. John is justifiably proud to be one of the house bassists at the Barry Harris Institute of Jazz.   Mr. Lang’s 4th recording as a leader released in November2023 by Cellar Live Music. “Earotica” features both John’s dynamic and creative writing as well as an All-Star lineup of New York city’s top jazzmen. Guitarist Peter Bernstein says of Earotica “John Lang is a great writer and player. He has put together a beautiful collection of artfully orchestrated originals. He writes beautifully for the horns as well as the rhythm section. Fantastic melodies and voicings with surprises around every corner!” The band is currently performing at Ornithology, The Zinc Bar, The RiverArts Music Tour, The Django, The Jazz Forum, The Dobbs Ferry Summer Jazz Series, The Werner Library Music Series. Earotica will be touring the Midwest in Fall of 2024. Mr. Lang’s quartet is currently hosting the “Winnies Jazz Bar” Monday Jam which has quickly become a favorite among players and fans. Weblinks: www.johnlangbass.com