Mark Carter Jazz Project

Enjoy an evening of smooth jazz and West Coast groove as APAC Presents: The Mark Carter Jazz Project takes the stage on Saturday, September 26, 2026. A longtime fixture in the Southern California music scene, Mark Carter brings decades of experience, rich musicality, and effortless style to this live performance.

Mark has been performing throughout Southern California since 1972, appearing in settings ranging from big bands at Disneyland to live television performances with the Crystal Cathedral Orchestra. As a solo artist and bandleader, he has played extensively in hotels, restaurants, concert venues, and private events, showcasing a versatile repertoire rooted in jazz, smooth jazz, and contemporary instrumental music.

As a recording artist, Mark Carter has released five albums, streaming worldwide on all major music platforms:

It’s About Time
West Coast Groove
Smooth As Silk
Brand New Day
Coast To Coast

Throughout his career, Mark has performed or recorded with an impressive list of artists, including Al Jarreau, Dave Koz, David Foster, Paul Brown, Greg Adams, Michael Paulo, Jeff Kashiwa, Eric Marienthal, Richard Smith, Tim Redfield, Roger Williams, Glen Campbell, Engelbert Humperdinck, Lee Greenwood, Tom Scott, and Scottie Haskell.