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Ron Carter: Finding the Right Notes

PBS

Fri., Oct. 21 at 9PM on WKAR-HD 23.1 & STREAMING| An intimate portrait of the quiet genius who brought the upright bass into the spotlight.

The first major film to explore the life and career of jazz luminary Ron Carter, the most recorded bassist in history. Featuring original concert footage and candid insights from jazz icons, Finding the Right Notes is a vibrant portrait of the artist in his own words.

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