Panamanian-born saxophonist and composer Carlos Garnett (1938–2023) was a powerful voice in the evolution of post-bop and spiritual jazz. Emerging in the late 1960s, he became known for his fiery tone, complex improvisations, and deeply personal compositions. Garnett collaborated with legends such as Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard, and Art Blakey, while also leading his own boundary-pushing ensembles. His music blended jazz, soul, and Afro-Caribbean rhythms, reflecting both his cultural roots and spiritual outlook—establishing him as a distinctive, passionate figure in modern jazz history.