Ron Carter live in Scranton

Experience Ron Carter live on August 9th

Ron Carter will perform at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple in Scranton, Pennsylvania on August 9, 2026. Carter is a highly influential jazz bassist renowned for his lyrical playing, harmonic sophistication, and distinctive tone. His career spans over six decades, encompassing work as a sideman with pivotal artists like Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Herbie Hancock, as well as leading his own ensembles. He is known for both his work in post-bop and his exploration of diverse musical styles including Latin jazz and classical music. Carter’s contributions have earned him multiple Grammy Awards and widespread recognition as a master of the double bass.

The Scranton Cultural Center occupies a historic building originally constructed in 1928 as the Masonic Temple. Designed in the Beaux-Arts architectural style by William G. Strickland, it served as a regional Masonic headquarters for many years. In the 1980s, facing financial difficulties, the Masons sold the building to the city of Scranton which subsequently renovated it into a multi-purpose arts venue. Today, it hosts a variety of performances including concerts, theatrical productions, dance recitals and community events within its restored grand hall and smaller spaces.