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Saxophonist/flutist/composer Carl Clements performs and records internationally in a variety of styles, with a particular focus on jazz, Hindustani classical music, and various forms of improvised and pre-composed music. He has traveled frequently to India to advance his studies and to perform jazz, Hindustani classical music, and a fusion of these and other genres, and performs regularly in Europe with various international groups and to present his original music.

Carl's recordings include two albums featuring his original compositions for jazz quartet, A Different Light (2023) and Forth and Back (2004); nine CDs with guitarist Kevin Kastning (including three trio recordings with Sándor Szabó); four CDs with the eclectic jazz group Crosscurrent; and many others. He is also featured on the Global Music Award-winning album Time Travel by the Indica Project. Carl has performed extensively at jazz clubs and festivals throughout the world, and has performed and/or recorded with Kevin Kastning, Sándor Szabó, Luciana Souza, Steven Kirby, Felipe Salles, Luis Perdomo, Earl MacDonald, Dominque Eade, Steve Davis, Steve Johns, Dafnis Prieto, Edsel Gomez, Gary Smulyan, Ralph Alessi, Ravi Coltrane, Jason Robinson, Bob Weiner, Willard Dyson, George Schuller, John Lockwood, James Newton, Luques Curtis, Jean-Yves Jung, Russ Spiegel, Ranjit Barot, Shankar Mahadevan, Ehsaan Noorani, Loy Mendonsa, Louiz Banks, Gino Banks, Ed Byrne, Charlie Haden, Natraj, and many others.

Album

Yokai: Songs of the Japanese Supernatural

By Fumi Tomita

Label: Origin Records
Released: 2026
Track listing: Daija (Monster Snake); Kitsune (The Fox); Betobeto-san; Wakana-Hime (Princess Wakana); Kiyomori; Amabiko (Sea Lad); Genju Zukushi Emaki (Beasts Galore); Okiku; Kyakki Yagyo (Night Parade of 100 Demons)

Album

Retrospective

By Carl Clements

Label: Greydisc Records
Released: 2026
Track listing: One for Joe; Mobius; Almodovar; Procession; Remnants; Selene in Repose; A Change of Rhythm; Retrospect; Kadam

Song of the Day

Hyakki Yagyo (Night Parade Of 100 Demons)

December 8, 2026

Album: Yokai: Songs of the Japanese Supernatural
By Fumi Tomita
Label: Origin Records
Released: 2026
Duration: 05:25

Song of the Day

One for Joe

May 30, 2026

Album: Retrospective
By Carl Clements
Label: Greydisc Records
Released: 2026
Duration: 4:56

Article: Radio & Podcasts

New Music From Joe Lovano, Peter Erskine, George J. Gilliam And More

by Bob Osborne
April 30, 2026

This collection offers a sophisticated journey through the expansive landscape of contemporary jazz, balancing reverent interpretations of the tradition with bold, experimental frontiers. From intimate trio dialogues and reimagined standards to the sweeping textures of modern orchestral arrangements, these selections highlight the genre's remarkable ability to evolve while staying rooted in its core values of improvisation ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Peter Erskine, Walter Smith III, Shawn Lovato, Jed Levy-Phil Robson Quartet

by Cheryl K.
April 13, 2026

During this week's two-hour program of jazz and improvised music, choice cuts from new releases from saxophonists John Sweenie, Ben Flocks, Brian Landrus, and Walter Smith III; drummer Peter Erskine; two selections from saxophonist and flautist Carl Clements; bassist/composer Shawn Lovato; and the Jed Levy-Phil Robson Quartet. Playlist Regina Carter “Love Theme from Spartacus“ ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Tribute to Jesse Jackson, Also Classic Jazz from Woody Shaw and Others

by David W. Daniels
February 24, 2026

Musical tribute to Jesse Jackson featuring Don Patterson, Billy Eckstine, and Milt Jackson. Classic jazz from Woody Shaw, Don Ellis, and others. New music from Brian Molley Quartet, Stephane Wrembel, Roy Hargrove, and others. Birthday recognition for Henry Threadgill, Randy Crawford, the band Incognito, and more. Playlist Bill Evans Trio “Beautiful Love" from Explorations ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

New Music From Foster, Douglas, HII Trio, Taborn And More

by Bob Osborne
January 15, 2026

This playlist moves through a wide spectrum of contemporary and classic jazz, blending live recordings, ensemble explorations, and intimate duologues. It opens with blues--inflected improvisation and shifts into modern compositions marked by rhythmic drive and layered textures. Chamber-like interplay and orchestral arrangements sit alongside fiery solos and inventive group dialogues, while moments of lyrical reflection contrast ...

Album

A Different Light

By Carl Clements

Label: Greydisc Records
Released: 2024
Track listing: Onset; Sanyog; A New Leaf; A Different Light; In Sight; Tango Extraño; Before Again; Absence/Return; Good Luck, Bad Luck (Who Knows?).