Legendary Bassist Ron Carter and his Trio

Palo Alto’s Oshman Family JCC continues its Jazz Giants Series with an appearance by Grammy Award-winner and legendary bassist RON CARTER AND HIS TRIO. Among the most original, prolific, and influential bassists in jazz, Ron Carter has more than 2,000 albums to his credit, and has recorded with greats including Lena Horne, B.B. King, and the Kronos Quartet. In addition to a successful career as a soloist and ensemble member, Mr. Carter has also been commended for his influence on the community as a professor at Juilliard and an active member of the Jazz Foundation of America. Most recently, Mr. Carter was honored with the title of Commander of the Order of Arts and Letters, France’s premiere cultural award.