Kansas City
Jazz Pianist
Joe Cartwright is a distinguished pianist from Mission, Kansas, and a cornerstone of the local jazz scene. His expertise and passion shine through in every performance. Joe brings a unique blend of talent and charisma to the stage. Through his record label, Lafayette Music, he brings Kansas City Jazz to a global audience.
Track of the Month
— Ojos de Rojo
Event list
A few notes about
Joe Cartwright
A Jazz Maestro
Joe Cartwright’s impressive career includes collaborations with jazz luminaries such as Eddie Harris, Christian McBride, Jeff Hamilton, John Clayton, Randy Brecker, Sheila Jordan, Joe Sample, Kevin Mahogany, and Mel Torme. Notably, he has performed for audiences across Africa, the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia as part of the USIA/Kennedy Center Jazz Ambassador Touring Program. For eight years, Joe was music director for the critically acclaimed NPR radio show 12th Street Jump. His quartet represented Kansas City at El Festival International De Jazz in Asunción, Paraguay.
Upcoming Shows
3
Mar
6:30- 9:30
Eddie V’s with Emily Dix Quartet
10
Mar
6:30- 9:30
Eddie V’s with Emily Dix Quartet
11
Mar
Noon Polsky Theater JCCC
Joe Cartwright Trio
Steve Rigazzi bass
Brian Steever drums
17
Mar
6:30- 9:30
Eddie V’s with Emily Dix Quartet
21
Mar
24
Mar
6:30- 9:30
Joe Cartwright Trio
29
Mar
31
Mar
6:30- 9:30
Eddie V’s with Emily Dix Quartet
Music
