Ron Carter’s Foursight Quartet
Emelin Theatre presents Birdland Jazz
Ron Carter’s Foursight Quartet
Saturday, August 1, 2026 @ 8pm
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“Carter’s bass lines are models of elegance and precision.” — The New York Times
A true giant of jazz, Ron Carter is one of the most recorded musicians in history, with over 2,200 album credits and a Guinness World Record to prove it. A three-time Grammy Award winner, recipient of the NEA Jazz Masters Fellowship, and honored internationally with France’s Order of Arts and Letters and Japan’s Order of the Rising Sun, Carter’s influence spans more than six decades and continues to shape the sound of modern music.
Seeing Ron Carter live is a rare opportunity to experience a true master whose playing defined the sound of an era and continues to evolve today. From his groundbreaking work with the Miles Davis Quintet (1963–1968) to his collaborations with legends like Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and Bill Evans, Carter helped redefine the role of the bass—bringing melodic sophistication, rhythmic precision, and unmatched musical intelligence to every performance.
Beyond jazz, Carter’s career spans genres and generations. He has recorded with artists ranging from Aretha Franklin and Billy Joel to A Tribe Called Quest, composed for film, and continues to tour worldwide with ensembles including his Golden Striker Trio and Great Big Band. His recent work includes the 2026 release Sweet, Sweet Spirit, a groundbreaking jazz-gospel collaboration that reflects his continued artistic evolution.
For those who appreciate the artistry and history of jazz, a Ron Carter performance is not just a concert—it’s an opportunity to witness one of the genre’s living legends at work.
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