Daniel Carter

Multi-instrumentalist Daniel Carter is not as well-known as his avant-jazz contemporaries, but he's equally prolific. Since 1970, he has sought out musicians who encourage free expression. He has appeared on hundreds of recordings with an astonishing variety of players, but refuses sole headline credit. He is adept on tenor, alto, and soprano saxophones, clarinet, flute, and trumpet. His airy tone and understated timbre have drawn him comparisons to Lee Konitz. His ongoing collaborative relationship with bassist William Parker began with 1980's Through Acceptance of the Myster...