Curtis Lundy Quartet
Hard Bop Bassist Leader
Grammy-nominated bassist leading a sophisticated hard bop quartet with fluid voicings and rhythmic mastery.
About
Curtis Lundy is a Grammy-nominated double bassist, composer, and arranger born in Miami in 1955. Best known for his work with jazz vocalist Betty Carter, he co-led the acclaimed quintet Horizon with saxophonist Bobby Watson. His career spans decades performing with jazz luminaries including Art Blakey, Pharoah Sanders, and Wynton Marsalis.
Music Style
A disciple of mainstream hard bop, Lundy delivers robust, lyrical bass lines with a 'lead from the front' approach. His fluid voicings and exceptional dexterity create masterful interpretations of standards, originals, and the American songbook.
Background
- Hometown
- Miami, Florida
- Education
- University of Miami
- Instruments
- bass
- Active
- 1978-present
Similar Artists
If you like Betty Carter, Bobby Watson, and Art Blakey — you'll love Curtis Lundy Quartet
Notable Collaborations
Upcoming Events
Curtis Lundy Quartet's next NYC show is Saturday, July 11 at Winnie's Jazz Club.