John Wallace Carter (24 September 1928–31 March 1991) was an American jazz clarinet, saxophone, and flute player.
John Carter was born in Fort Worth, where he played with Ornette Coleman and Charles Moffett in the 1940s. From 1961, Carter was based on the West Coast. There he met Bobby Bradford in 1965, with whom he subsequently worked on a number of projects. He also played with Hampton Hawes and Harold Land. In the 1970s he became well known on the basis of his extraordinary solo concerts. At New Jazz Festival Moers 1977 he and the German clarinet player Theo Jörgensmann performanced on three days. Afterwards John Carter received complimentary reviews and wide recognition from around the world. He and Jörgensmann met again in 1984. The program of the Berlin Jazzfest was built around the clarinet. After Carter's solo performance, they also played together.
Between 1982 and 1990 Carter composed and recorded "Roots and Folklore: Episodes in the Development of American Folk Music," in five albums focused on African-Americans and their history. The complete set was acclaimed by jazz critics as containing some of the best releases of the 1980s.
A clarinet quartet with Perry Robinson, Jörgensmann and Eckard Koltermann was planned for 1991, but John Carter did not recover from nonmalignant tumor.
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John Carter Lyrics
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Thee error in our ending
The cameraman packed up his crew
cnd the trailers just got towed
Flipping through the script
I've got a 105 spring fever
Lover boy you're a liar
Oh the set just took it's lights down
The stillness of last summer
My heart's ran out of patience
cnd I keep thinking this
If we're a sitcom we should roll the credits
For my next appearance
Masochistic self-sufficience
You can tell the cast and crew to quit
I'll do it on my own
Flipping through the script
I've got a 105 spring fever
Director man's a liar
Saying matrimony's bliss
Oh now the set just took its lights down
Like the stillness of last summer
My heart's run out patience
cnd I keep thinking this
If we're a sitcom we should roll the credits
The first verse of the song sets the stage with the line "Six seasons and a movie," which alludes to the idea of a TV show that has gone on for a long time and is now nearing its end. The phrase "Thee error in our ending" suggests that there was a mistake or problem in how the show is coming to a close. The lines "The cameraman packed up his crew and the trailers just got towed" further emphasize the end of production and the dismantling of the set.
The second verse continues with the theme of a show coming to an end, as the singer flips through the script and experiences a sense of restlessness and anticipation for the next chapter. The line "105 spring fever" implies a strong desire for change and new beginnings. The reference to a "lover boy" being a liar and the notion of Hollywood being portrayed as bliss, suggests a disillusionment with the entertainment industry and the false promises it can sometimes offer.
The chorus brings attention to the fact that the end of the show is imminent, as the set takes its lights down and resembles the stillness of the previous summer. The lyrics convey a growing impatience and dissatisfaction, as the singer's heart runs out of patience and starts questioning the current situation. The line "If we're a sitcom we should roll the credits" suggests that perhaps it's time to acknowledge the end and move on.
In the final verse, the singer expresses a desire for independence and self-reliance, stating that they will take on the next chapter on their own. The director is portrayed as a liar, this time in relation to the idea of matrimony being portrayed as blissful in Hollywood. The repetition of the set taking its lights down and the stillness of summer echoes the feeling of stagnation and a longing for change. The lyrics again question the current state of affairs, proposing that if their life is like a sitcom, it's time to acknowledge the ending and move forward.
Overall, these lyrics reflect a sense of dissatisfaction, restlessness, and a desire for change as a long-running show or chapter in the singer's life comes to an end. The references to Hollywood and the entertainment industry criticize the false promises and illusions it can perpetuate. The repeated mention of the set taking its lights down and the stillness of summer contributes to the feeling of stagnation and a need for something new.
Line by Line Meaning
Six seasons and a movie
We have experienced a long period of time, filled with various ups and downs, and now it's time to wrap it up with one final grand production.
The error in our ending
There is a mistake or flaw in the way we are concluding this journey, which may affect the overall outcome.
The cameraman packed up his crew
The person responsible for capturing and documenting our experiences has gathered their team and equipment to leave.
And the trailers just got towed
The temporary accommodations and facilities we were using have been taken away or removed.
Flipping through the script
Looking through the plans and ideas we had initially set, trying to find a way forward.
I've got a 105 spring fever
I am feeling restless and excited, eager for something new and refreshing, like the onset of spring.
Lover boy you're a liar
Addressing someone deceitful, possibly a romantic partner, who has been dishonest about the true nature of Hollywood and its allure.
Saying Hollywood is bliss
Claiming that the entertainment industry, specifically Hollywood, is a state of perfect happiness and joy.
Oh the set just took it's lights down
The atmosphere and ambiance of the production location have become dim and less lively, indicating a shift or decline.
The stillness of last summer
Recalling a time when everything was calm and tranquil, reminiscent of a peaceful summer that has passed.
My heart's run out of patience
Feeling exasperated and tired, having reached the limit of endurance and tolerance.
And I keep thinking this
Continuously reflecting on these thoughts and feelings.
If we're a sitcom we should roll the credits
If our lives were a fictional television show, it would be fitting to end it with the scrolling credits, signifying the conclusion.
For my next appearance
Looking forward to the next phase or stage of life, where the individual will have another opportunity to be seen or heard.
Masochistic self-sufficience
Having a desire to endure pain and difficulty on one's own, pursuing independence and self-reliance despite the challenges it may bring.
You can tell the cast and crew to quit
Informing the actors and production team that they can stop their involvement, as the individual is willing to take charge alone.
I'll do it on my own
Expressing determination and self-assurance in being able to handle the upcoming endeavors without any external support or assistance.
Like the stillness of last summer
Similar to the calm and tranquility experienced during the previous summer, symbolizing a period of inactivity or stagnation.
My heart's run out patience
Feeling a lack of endurance and tolerance within one's heart, having reached a point where waiting for progress or change is no longer possible.
And I keep thinking this
Continuing to ponder upon and contemplate these thoughts and emotions.
If we're a sitcom we should roll the credits
If our lives were a fictional television show, it would be appropriate to conclude it with the display of credits, signifying the end.
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