James Carter Organ Trio

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A travel companion of Ravi Coltrane, Chris Potter, Nicholas Payton, Eric Reed, Kurt Elling and many other musicians who renewed the jazz scene during the 1980s and 1990s, James Carter remains one of the great saxophonists of recent times. Discovered by trumpeter Lester Bowie, Carter made his debut with a celebrated album in 1993, a prelude to a fruitful career with forays into all kinds of genres, including rock and free jazz. Indeed, James Carter has always been a restless artist, steeped in all sorts of influences—from funk to classic jazz, through rock and fusion—who refuses to be classified into any particular school.

A prime example of his versatility as an artist can be found in his approach to the organ group, with which he has released albums like Out of Nowhere (2005), Heaven on Earth (2009, with John Medeski), and Live in Newport (2019). At Jamboree, he will perform with Gerard Gibbs and Alex White, musicians he has been collaborating with for years.

A concert in the 2024 edition of the Mas i Mas Music Festival.

Sounds of the City: Summer Music Festivals

What are your plans for summer? If you’re staying in the city, you won’t be alone. Barcelona is becoming a go-to destination for festival lovers, given Catalunya’s covetable combination of culture, great weather and an increasingly diverse concert circuit. So if you’re looking to expand your horizons while staying put this season, check out our article Sounds of the City: Summer Music Festivals for a summary of the summer music events taking place in Barcelona, from big-name gatherings to boutique takeovers.

For more music events check our online events calendar.