Jay Leonhart

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Jay Leonhart
Barbara Carroll midday Jazz at ST. Peters Sept. 5 2007
Background information
Birth name	James Chancellor Leonhart
Born	(1940-12-06) December 6, 1940 (age 83) Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
Genres	Jazz, pop
Occupation	Musician
Instrument	Double bass
Years active	1960–present
Labels	DMP, Sunnyside, Charioscuro
Website	jayleonhart.com

Jay Leonhart (born December 6, 1940) is an American double bassist, singer, and songwriter who has worked in jazz and popular music. He has performed with Judy Garland, Bucky Pizzarelli, Carly Simon, Frank Sinatra, and Sting. Leonhart is noted for his clever songwriting, often laced with dry humor. His compositions have been recorded by Blossom Dearie, Lee Konitz, and Gary Burton. His poetry is published both in, and outside of, the venue of song.