LIVE AT FIREFLY: The ‘Suite’ Sounds of Ellington

LIVE AT FIREFLY: The ‘Suite’ Sounds of Ellington

As one of the most influential figures in jazz, Duke Ellington created a distinctive big band sound, continuing to play what he called “American music” until shortly before his death in 1974. In the words of Ellington, “music is how I live, why I live and how I will be remembered.” Throughout his 50-year career, Ellington wrote a few long-form multi-movement works, using the suite format to give his jazz a more empowering meaning, resonance and purpose. On March 25, 2022, your Charleston Jazz Orchestra will showcase two memorable, vital and innovative suites from Ellington’s late career – The New Orleans Suite and The Far East Suite. Join your CJO for Live at Firefly: The ‘Suite’ Sounds of Ellington!

 

This performance is made possible in part by REV Federal Credit Union and Firefly Distillery

 

MARCH 25, 2022
Doors: 5pm | Show: 6pm

Tickets: $30 Adult | $25 Senior/Military | $10 Students

Senior (65+) and Military Rates
$10 Student Rates Available | Children 6 and under are FREE*
*Must call Box Office for Student/Child Rate at 843.641.0011

Located near Park Circle in North Charleston, Firefly Distillery features beautiful large grounds with plenty of space for our audience to enjoy the performance. This is an outdoor event and guests are required to bring their own chairs. Drinks and food will be available for purchase. No outside food or drink permitted. Free parking available on site.

 

About the Charleston Jazz Orchestra

The Charleston Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Robert Lewis, has been performing for audiences in the Lowcountry for over 13 years. The Charleston Jazz Orchestra is comprised of 18 accomplished jazz musicians and is an entertaining and educational example of the rich history of jazz in Charleston. The Charleston Jazz Orchestra offers a six concert subscription series known for its unique, enthusiastically received performances that contribute mightily to the ever-evolving Lowcountry arts scene. Find out more about the Charleston Jazz Orchestra members HERE.

Watch past Charleston Jazz Orchestra performances HERE.

 

 

 This concert will be performed at the Charleston Music Hall on March 26 (View HERE) and will be available as a virtual performance on April 16 (View HERE).