The Hammond organ holds a unique place in jazz history. It is both a bit of a novelty and deeply important to the ethos of 1960s styles championed by artists like Jack McDuff, Jimmy Smith, Larry Young, and Melvin Rhyne of Wes Montgomery's trio. In our second season, we hosted Bobby Floyd and experienced the grandeur of this instrument.

We are lucky to again host a great organist, this time local start, Kendall Carter of Louisville. He'll be joined by virtuosos and star in their own rite, Dan Wilson on guitar and James Gaiters on drums. 

Jack Bowers of All About Jazz on Carter's debut album: Listening to Kentucky-bred organist Kendall Carter's debut album is akin to taking a pleasant stroll through a park on a warm and sunny day. While Carter is technically flawless, he doesn't overwhelm the listener with waves of sound but plays organ from a pianist's point of view, sacrificing sheer volume on the altar of celerity and tastefulness.