Bloom at Good Hope-Ellington Carthan

Former Strathmore Artist in Residence Ellington Carthan is a composer, sound designer, performer, and educator whose work bridges jazz tradition and modern game audio composition. Named for Duke Ellington, his artistry reflects a lineage of jazz innovation while spanning diverse genres. He holds dual BA degrees in Jazz Studies and Music Technology and a Master of Music from Howard University. His career spans jazz performance, sound design, and education, with a current focus on game audio and composition. As a performer, he has shared stages with Warren Wolf and Cécile McLorin Salvant, and opened for jazz icon Cyrus Chestnut. He has performed at venues including Blues Alley Jazz Club and The Kennedy Center. In 2022, he performed for President Joe Biden and the Massachusetts Attorney General, and in 2023 became Assistant Professor at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. This free concert at Good Hope Neighborhood Recreation Center is part of Bloom by Strathmore, which strives to create community and expand access to the arts.