James Carter (musician) facts for kids
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James Carter
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James Carter, Bad Ischl 2006
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| Born | January 3, 1969 |
| Origin | Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Bass clarinet Saxophones Flutes |
| Labels | DIW Atlantic Columbia Half Note |
| Associated acts | Bird-Trane-Sco-Now! |
James Carter (born January 3, 1969) is an American jazz musician. He is famous for how well he plays many different saxophones and other woodwinds. His cousin, Regina Carter, is also a well-known jazz violinist.
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About James Carter
Early Life and Music Training
James Carter was born in Detroit, Michigan. He started learning music from Donald Washington, Sr.. He joined a youth jazz group called Bird-Trane-Sco-NOW!!
When he was young, James went to the Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp. He even became the youngest teacher there! At 16, in 1985, he went on his first tour. He played with the International Jazz Band in Scandinavia.
Starting His Career
In 1988, James got a big chance. He filled in for a guest artist, Lester Bowie, at the Detroit Institute of Arts. This led to an invitation to play with Bowie's new band in New York City. This was a very important moment for James. It helped him connect with the music world. Two years later, he moved to New York.
Since the late 1980s, James has been a major jazz performer. He plays saxophones, flutes, and clarinets.
James Carter in Movies
In 1996, James Carter was in a movie called Kansas City. He played the role of a famous jazz musician named Ben Webster. Other modern jazz artists were also in the film. They played musicians from the 1930s. The movie had real-time jam sessions. These were also put on the movie's soundtrack.
His Unique Jazz Style
James Carter loves all kinds of jazz music. This includes dixieland, fusion, and free jazz. He was one of the few musicians of his time to play all these styles. He has worked on many projects that use these different sounds. He also adds these influences to his own songs and solos.
Working with Family and Other Musicians
In 2000, James recorded an album called Chasin' the Gypsy. On this album, he played with his cousin, Regina Carter.
James has won awards from DownBeat magazine. He won the Critics and Readers Choice award for playing the baritone saxophone many times. He has also played with many other great musicians. These include Lester Bowie, Wynton Marsalis, and Dee Dee Bridgewater. He also played with the World Saxophone Quartet.
His Love for Instruments
James Carter knows a lot about old saxophones. He has a large collection of these special instruments. One of them was even played by the famous musician Don Byas.
Music Albums
Here are some of the albums James Carter has released:
- 1991: Tough Young Tenors: Alone Together
- 1994: JC on the Set
- 1995: Jurassic Classics
- 1995: The Real Quiet Storm
- 1996: Conversin' with the Elders
- 1998: In Carterian Fashion
- 2000: Chasin' the Gypsy
- 2000: Layin' in the Cut
- 2003: Gardenias for Lady Day
- 2004: Live at Baker's Keyboard Lounge
- 2005: Out of Nowhere
- 2005: Gold Sounds
- 2008: Present Tense
- 2009: Heaven on Earth
- 2009: Skratyology (with De Nazaten)
- 2011: Caribbean Rhapsody
- 2011: At the Crossroads
- 2019: Live From Newport Jazz
- 2023: Un
See also
In Spanish: James Carter (músico de jazz) para niños
