Trinidad-born trumpeter and bandleader Etienne Charles’ compositions evoke musical traditions from the Caribbean and across the African diaspora while remaining firmly rooted in jazz. Charles has earned critical acclaim with his exciting performances, thrilling compositions, and knack for connecting with audiences worldwide. JazzTimes calls Charles a “daring improviser who delivers with heart wrenching lyricism." DownBeat magazine says, "Charles delivers his ebullient improvisations with the elegance of a world-class ballet dancer."