FREDERICK, Md. - Marylandian -- The DMV Jazz Series continues its celebration of regional jazz talent with a performance by the acclaimed Paul Carr Quartet at New Spire Arts on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 8:00 PM. Hosted by local jazz musician Eric Byrd, the series is dedicated to showcasing the talents of the region's top jazz artists in an intimate setting.

Tickets are $20 and may be purchased online at WeinbergCenter.org, by calling the box office at 301-600-2828, or in person at 20 West Patrick Street. Discounts are available for students, children, military, and seniors.

The Paul Carr Quartet showcases Carr's mastery of traditional jazz, presenting a dynamic and engaging experience for jazz lovers of all kinds. With over a decade of experience as a bandleader, Carr's music blends virtuosity with a deep respect for the jazz tradition. Known as "The Real Jazz Whisperer," Carr is a renowned saxophonist, educator, and curator whose music and mentorship have had a profound impact on the jazz community. With ten recordings to his name, many of which have reached the top 10 on the Jazz Week chart, Carr brings a legacy of excellence to the stage. His most recent recording, Paul Carr Legacy Quartet, features legendary bassist Buster Williams, pianist Bruce Barth, and celebrated drummer Lewis Nash. Carr has toured extensively, performing worldwide in South America, Europe, and the Middle East, and has had the honor of performing for President Bill Clinton and the late King Hussein of Jordan. Beyond his role as a performer, Carr is the founder, Executive and Artistic Director of the Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival and has been recognized by the Jazz Journalist Association as a Jazz Hero and by the Capitol Hill Jazz Foundation for his leadership in service to the DC jazz community.

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A complete listing of artists and performers scheduled for the 2024-25 season can be found at https://weinbergcenter.org/

ABOUT THE WEINBERG CENTER FOR THE ARTS
The Weinberg Center for the Arts is one of the region's premier performing arts presenters, offering film, music, dance, theater, and family-focused programming. Located in the historic Tivoli movie theater in downtown Frederick Maryland, the Weinberg Center strives to ensure that the arts remain accessible and affordable to local and regional audiences alike. Weinberg Center events are made possible with major support from the City of Frederick, the Maryland State Arts Council, Plamondon Hospitality Partners, and other corporate and individual donors.