Daniel Carter is an American multi-instrumentalist and composer known for his distinctive contributions to the worlds of free jazz and experimental music. Born in 1945, Carter is a versatile artist proficient on saxophone, trumpet, and clarinet, among other instruments. His playing is characterized by a deep sense of improvisational freedom and an ability to seamlessly navigate between avant-garde, jazz, and experimental genres. Carter has been a key figure in New York’s creative music scene, performing and recording with notable musicians such as William Hooker, Matthew Shipp, and William Parker. His collaborations are often marked by a spiritual and intense approach to sound, and he is known for his ability to connect with fellow musicians in deeply intuitive and spontaneous ways. A respected elder statesman of avant-garde jazz, Carter continues to shape and inspire the development of modern improvised music.