Gunhild Carling live in Baltimore

Experience Gunhild Carling live on September 9th

Gunhild Carling is a Swedish-American musician specializing in stride piano, ragtime, early jazz, and blues. Her performances are characterized by energetic playing, vocal accompaniment often incorporating scat singing, and a repertoire drawing heavily from the 1920s and 30s American songbook. She frequently performs solo and with her family ensemble, The Carling Family.

Keystone Korner in Baltimore, Maryland, represents a revival of a historically significant jazz venue. The original Keystone Korner operated in San Francisco from 1965 to 1987, becoming renowned as a premier jazz club hosting legendary artists such as Miles Davis, Bill Evans, and Art Blakey. It was known for its intimate setting and high-quality sound system, fostering numerous iconic live recordings.

The Baltimore iteration, opened in 2023, aims to recreate that legacy. Located in the Station North Arts & Entertainment District, it focuses on presenting both established and emerging jazz talent in a dedicated listening room environment. The venue emphasizes acoustic excellence and strives to maintain the spirit of its namesake – a space deeply rooted in the tradition of live jazz performance and improvisation.