Tue Nov 18
Carr-Keys "Live Recording Party"
9:30PM / $30 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
Carr-Keys
Carr-Keys featuring Paul Carr and Marshall Keys
Experience the dynamic sound of Carr-Keys—a groundbreaking collaboration between two masters of their craft: Tenor Saxophonist Paul Carr and Alto Saxophonist Marshall Keys. Merging the essence of straight-ahead jazz with the spirit of soul, Carr-Keys delivers a sound that is both sophisticated and deeply expressive. Their performances are a journey through jazz history and soul heritage—grounded in tradition yet propelled by innovation. The result is a sound that resonates with both seasoned jazz lovers and new audiences alike.
Merging the essence of straight-ahead jazz with the spirit of soul, Carr-Keys delivers a sound that is both sophisticated and deeply expressive.
Marshall Keys, a Washington D.C. native, is an alto saxophonist whose sound fuses the richness of straight-ahead jazz with the rhythms and textures of urban soul. With a voice that is warm, expressive and unmistakably his own, Keys has captivated audiences across the globe, performing in clubs and festivals throughout Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, and the Americas. A versatile and sought after musician, Marshall moves easily between jazz and R&B, bringing improvisational fluency and deep musicality to every collaboration.
Paul Carr is a Houston native and the new Director of the Howard University Jazz Ensemble. He is an acclaimed saxophonist, educator, and presenter known for his lyrical tone and his commitment to jazz tradition. He has released ten albums with several reaching the top 10 on the JazzWeek charts. Most recently he has led the Paul Carr Legacy Quartet, featuring jazz giants Buster Williams, Bruce Barth and Lewis Nash. As the founder and director of the Jazz Academy of Music, Paul is also an advocate for jazz education, earning numerous awards including the Benny Golson Jazz Master Award.
9:30PM / $30 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
1. Final sale, no refunds, not transferable.
2. $15 food/beverage minimum per person not included in ticket price.
3. Seating first come at the door. Doors open 6 PM & 8:45 PM respectively Monday thru Saturday, and 4:30 PM & 7:15 PM Sundays.
4. No Photography or Recording of any kind during the performance.
5. Keep conversation to a minimum during the performance.