James Carter is a powerhouse musician and one of the most admired saxophonists of his generation, garnering plaudits for his role in helping to propel jazz full tilt into the future over the past twenty-five years. His music is fueled by deep respect and intimate knowledge of the jazz tradition. Carter always finds a way into what ever musical situation he finds himself in. You have to be totally comfortable wherever, Carter says. I think theres tremendous beauty in cross-pollinations of music a...