Ron Carter live in New York

Experience Ron Carter live on October 21st

Ron Carter will be performing at Birdland Jazz Club in New York City on October 21, 2026. Carter is a highly influential bassist renowned for his work across multiple jazz styles, prominently including post-bop and hard bop. His playing is characterized by melodic improvisation, a rich tone, and a distinctive harmonic approach. He gained prominence as a member of Miles Davis’s Second Great Quintet during the 1960s, alongside Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and Tony Williams, and has since led numerous ensembles and collaborated with a vast array of artists. Throughout his career he has recorded over 2,500 albums – either as a leader or sideman – making him the most-recorded jazz bassist in history.

Birdland Jazz Club holds significant historical importance within the jazz world. Originally opening in 1949, it quickly became a legendary venue hosting performances by Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Count Basie, and many other iconic figures. The original club closed in 1965 but was revived in 1986 in a new location on West 44th Street where it continues to operate today.