Charleston Jazz

JAZZ DAY FOR KIDS: Charleston Jazz Express
2024-01-23 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
Jazz Day For Kids
The 2024 event is SOLD OUT – Click ticket button to join waiting list.

Charleston Jazz, in partnership with the Gaillard Center’s Education and Community Program, presents Jazz Day for Kids, featuring the Charleston Jazz Express led by Robert Lewis and Charlton Singleton, Gaillard Center Artist-in-Residence Emeritus. Jazz Day for Kids is a big band concert designed for Kindergarten through middle school students.

JAMMIN JOURNEYS – QUIANA PARLER
2024-02-10 11:00 - 12:30 | International African American Museum, 14 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
Charleston Jazz and The International African American Museum present a special live concert and workshop for families.
Experience the music of 2x Grammy Award-winning vocalist Quiana Parler!

Music provides the opportunity to learn about new cultures, think critically, and express ideas creatively. Through the Jammin Journeys program, youth and families are invited to join us as we explore musical selections, instruments, and techniques from across the Global African Diaspora. A 90-minute experience including a performance and workshop, the program educates participants on diverse music styles and genres while also providing a space for music exploration, listening, and fun! In partnership with the International African American Museum, we invite youth and families to join us on February 10 for Jammin Journeys Feat. Quiana Parler, a performance and workshop centered on the Gullah Geechee connection to Charleston and the Sea Islands and their intersection with the roots of jazz.

As lead vocalist for the internationally and critically acclaimed roots music group Ranky Tanky, Quiana Parler spent weeks at #1 on several Billboard Jazz charts. The group’s eponymous debut album has drawn praise and acclaim from some of the nation’s most discerning and respected music critics. Through Ranky Tanky’s sold-out shows, Quiana is using her artistry to bring the cultural and musical heritage of the SC Lowcountry to some of the most prestigious stages in the US and Europe, like Norway’s Moldejazz and New York City’s Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall.

This performance is presented in partnership with the International African American Museum (IAAM). The IAAM tells the unvarnished stories of the African American experience across generations, the trauma and triumph that gave rise to a resilient people. Learn more about the International African American Museum: iaamuseum.org.

Time: 11:00AM – 12:30PM

Museum Location: 14 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC, 29401 | Studio Time

Parking Instructions: Metered parking is available on Concord Street. Paid parking is available at the SC Aquarium Parking Garage (24 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29401)

Jazz Rhythm Section Workshop: Bob Lanzetti
2024-02-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Fox Music House, 4248 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC, 29405, United States
CANCELLED – Due to unforeseen circumstances we will be rescheduling this event for a later date. Stay tuned!

The Charleston Jazz Academy, together with Fox Music, is hosting Bob Lanzetti, the lead guitarist from “Snarky Puppy,” for a workshop and clinic for jazz band rhythm section musicians (guitar, piano, bass, and drums). The workshop will be Friday, February 16, at 6 p.m. at Fox Music House on Dorchester Rd. in North Charleston.

The rhythm section workshop will begin with a brief discussion about how to communicate among the section members and the role of the rhythm section within the big band. The next part of the workshop is a clinic that will allow school rhythm sections to perform some of their music for Bob, and he will work with each group to improve their performance. Fox Music House
4248 Dorchester Rd
North Charleston, SC 29405

Workshop: Manny Houston
2024-02-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Charleston Jazz Academy, 3005 West Montague Avenue, Suite 200, North Charleston, SC, 29418, United States
Join us for a special workshop with professional pianist and vocalist Manny Houston. Houston will talk about what it takes to “own” the stage, and share valuable style and performance techniques. Students will learn how to collaborate with their fellow musicians and work together as a team.
FREE EVENT

My Shining Hour - Charleston Jazz Orchestra + Manny Houston
2024-02-24 17:00 - 18:30, 2024-02-24 20:00 - 21:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

The Big Band Sound of Count Basie
Singer Manny Houston performs a powerful tribute to the legendary band leader
The Charleston Jazz Orchestra and entertainer Manny Houston join forces to celebrate the musical legacy of legendary bandleader, William ‘Count’ Basie. Experience this powerful tribute, showcasing famous collaborations with some of the greatest voices of Big Band such as Sammy Davis Jr., Joe Williams, Frank Sinatra and more!
Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)

MANNY HOUSTON
Friends and fans have followed Manny Houston’s artistic endeavors from Disney to New York City’s Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation, and then off to Los Angeles for recording and songwriting opportunities, followed by a tour with Freestyle Love Supreme. Add to that, work with Rockapella and an appearance on the hit TV show, Don’t Forget the Lyrics, Houston has truly become a voice for the Lowcountry on the world stage.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Often hailed as one of the top things to do in Charleston, SC, attending a Charleston Jazz Orchestra concert is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre and big band style, take a risk and surprise yourself. Our director Robert Lewis will guide you through the nuances and significance of each piece, sharing stories behind the songs and composers. Many arrangements have been specially created by our own orchestra members and can’t be heard anywhere else in the world. You can get a taste of past performances on our YouTube channel here.
When you step through the doors of the Charleston Music Hall you are stepping back in time into a circa 1849 train station, historically known as the Tower Depot. You will hear the iconic sounds of jazz wafting through the lobby, reminiscent of the city’s rich jazz history. Stop by one of the lobby bars on the lower or upper lever to purchase snacks, beer, wine or soft drinks to bring with you into the theatre. Our friendly ushers will greet you and assist you in finding your way to your seats – there’s not a bad seat in the house!
Our audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

I have been a season ticket holder since the inception of Charleston Jazz Orchestra for many wonderful reasons. The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age. The Music Hall is the perfect venue for such a group of phenomenal artists.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

We love the Charleston Jazz Orchestra! We have been attending their concerts for about seven years. They are so talented and entertaining.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Cheryl I., Google Review

Watch this video of a past Charleston Jazz Orchestra performance: Venue:
Charleston Music Hall
37 John St., Charleston, SC 29403

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St., Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St., Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St., Charleston, SC 29403 For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, please call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. Wheelchair access and companion seating are available on the lower level. (Note that the Charleston Music Hall is an historic building without an elevator to the balcony seating.) Please notify our Box Office if you need to enter the hall via the side entrance to avoid front main entry stairs. Nearby Dining:
Halls Chophouse
O-Ku Sushi
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
39 Rue de Jean
Coast Bar & Grill
Azul Mexican

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Lodging Package:
We are proud to partner with the Francis Marion hotel as our official lodging partner in 2024. Book the Francis Marion’s Charleston Jazz Package this season! Your package includes accommodations at the Francis Marion Hotel, (2) cocktails at the Swamp Fox Restaurant & (2) tickets to the Charleston Jazz Orchestra!
VIEW PACKAGE DETAILS

Other Lodging Options:
Hampton Inn
Hotel Bennett
The Dewberry
Embassy Suites
The Courtyard by Marriott

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Bus Services:
The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here.

Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

Pedi Cab Services
Charleston Pedi Cab
Charleston Bike Taxi
Charleston Rickshaw

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Refreshments are available for purchase at the bars located in the lobby and upstairs. The bars offer snacks and candy as well as beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.

Bags up to 12″x6″x12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the show!

Bop 'Till You Drop - Charleston Jazz Orchestra
2024-03-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

High-Energy Jazz – The Sound of Hard Bop!
The Charleston Jazz Orchestra presents an evening of hard bop! This highly energetic and rhythmic style of jazz music emerged in the 1950s as an extension of bebop’s blazing speed and a reaction to the softer, more mellow tones of cool jazz. Its creators sought after down-home, soulful grit, and its bluesy licks and rhythms made it a notable facet of jazz history.
Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers were hard bop’s frontrunners. From that group, many stars shined bright and carried the music forward, such as pianist Horace Silver, trumpeter Lee Morgan, saxophonists Lou Donaldson and Johnny Griffin, and trombonist Curtis Fuller.
Don’t miss this musically and intellectually stimulating concert as the CJO brings the sounds of hard bop to the Charleston Music Hall!
Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Often hailed as one of the top things to do in Charleston, SC, attending a Charleston Jazz Orchestra concert is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre and big band style, take a risk and surprise yourself. Our director Robert Lewis will guide you through the nuances and significance of each piece, sharing stories behind the songs and composers. Many arrangements have been specially created by our own orchestra members and can’t be heard anywhere else in the world. You can get a taste of past performances on our YouTube channel here.
When you step through the doors of the Charleston Music Hall you are stepping back in time into a circa 1849 train station, historically known as the Tower Depot. You will hear the iconic sounds of jazz wafting through the lobby, reminiscent of the city’s rich jazz history. Stop by one of the lobby bars on the lower or upper lever to purchase snacks, beer, wine or soft drinks to bring with you into the theatre. Our friendly ushers will greet you and assist you in finding your way to your seats – there’s not a bad seat in the house!
Our audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

I have been a season ticket holder since the inception of Charleston Jazz Orchestra for many wonderful reasons. The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age. The Music Hall is the perfect venue for such a group of phenomenal artists.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

We love the Charleston Jazz Orchestra! We have been attending their concerts for about seven years. They are so talented and entertaining.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Cheryl I., Google Review

Watch this video of a past Charleston Jazz Orchestra performance: Venue:
Charleston Music Hall
37 John St., Charleston, SC 29403

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St., Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St., Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St., Charleston, SC 29403 For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, please call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. Wheelchair access and companion seating are available on the lower level. (Note that the Charleston Music Hall is an historic building without an elevator to the balcony seating.) Please notify our Box Office if you need to enter the hall via the side entrance to avoid front main entry stairs. Nearby Dining:
Halls Chophouse
O-Ku Sushi
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
39 Rue de Jean
Coast Bar & Grill
Azul Mexican

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Lodging Package:
We are proud to partner with the Francis Marion hotel as our official lodging partner in 2024. Book the Francis Marion’s Charleston Jazz Package this season! Your package includes accommodations at the Francis Marion Hotel, (2) cocktails at the Swamp Fox Restaurant & (2) tickets to the Charleston Jazz Orchestra!
VIEW PACKAGE DETAILS

Other Lodging Options:
Hampton Inn
Hotel Bennett
The Dewberry
Embassy Suites
The Courtyard by Marriott

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Bus Services:
The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here.

Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

Pedi Cab Services
Charleston Pedi Cab
Charleston Bike Taxi
Charleston Rickshaw

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Refreshments are available for purchase at the bars located in the lobby and upstairs. The bars offer snacks and candy as well as beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.

Bags up to 12″x6″x12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the show!

Bop 'Till You Drop - Charleston Jazz Orchestra
2024-03-23 20:00 - 21:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

High Energy Jazz – The Sound of Hard Bop!
The Charleston Jazz Orchestra presents an evening of hard bop! This highly energetic and rhythmic style of jazz music emerged in the 1950s as an extension of bebop’s blazing speed and a reaction to the softer, more mellow tones of cool jazz. Its creators sought after down-home, soulful grit, and its bluesy licks and rhythms made it a notable facet of jazz history.
Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers were hard bop’s frontrunners. From that group, many stars shined bright and carried the music forward, such as pianist Horace Silver, trumpeter Lee Morgan, saxophonists Lou Donaldson and Johnny Griffin, and trombonist Curtis Fuller.
Don’t miss this musically and intellectually stimulating concert as the CJO brings the sounds of hard bop to the Charleston Music Hall!
Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)
Often hailed as one of the top things to do in Charleston, SC, attending a Charleston Jazz Orchestra concert is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre and big band style, take a risk and surprise yourself. Our director Robert Lewis will guide you through the nuances and significance of each piece, sharing stories behind the songs and composers. Many arrangements have been specially created by our own orchestra members and can’t be heard anywhere else in the world. You can get a taste of past performances on our YouTube channel here.
When you step through the doors of the Charleston Music Hall you are stepping back in time into a circa 1849 train station, historically known as the Tower Depot. You will hear the iconic sounds of jazz wafting through the lobby, reminiscent of the city’s rich jazz history. Stop by one of the lobby bars on the lower or upper lever to purchase snacks, beer, wine or soft drinks to bring with you into the theatre. Our friendly ushers will greet you and assist you in finding your way to your seats – there’s not a bad seat in the house!
Our audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

I have been a season ticket holder since the inception of Charleston Jazz Orchestra for many wonderful reasons. The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age. The Music Hall is the perfect venue for such a group of phenomenal artists.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

We love the Charleston Jazz Orchestra! We have been attending their concerts for about seven years. They are so talented and entertaining.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Cheryl I., Google Review

Watch this video of a past Charleston Jazz Orchestra performance: Venue:
Charleston Music Hall
37 John St., Charleston, SC 29403

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St., Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St., Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St., Charleston, SC 29403 For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, please call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. Wheelchair access and companion seating are available on the lower level. (Note that the Charleston Music Hall is an historic building without an elevator to the balcony seating.) Please notify our Box Office if you need to enter the hall via the side entrance to avoid front main entry stairs. Nearby Dining:
Halls Chophouse
O-Ku Sushi
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
39 Rue de Jean
Coast Bar & Grill
Azul Mexican

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Lodging Package:
We are proud to partner with the Francis Marion hotel as our official lodging partner in 2024. Book the Francis Marion’s Charleston Jazz Package this season! Your package includes accommodations at the Francis Marion Hotel, (2) cocktails at the Swamp Fox Restaurant & (2) tickets to the Charleston Jazz Orchestra!
VIEW PACKAGE DETAILS

Other Lodging Options:
Hampton Inn
Hotel Bennett
The Dewberry
Embassy Suites
The Courtyard by Marriott

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Bus Services:
The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here.

Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

Pedi Cab Services
Charleston Pedi Cab
Charleston Bike Taxi
Charleston Rickshaw

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Refreshments are available for purchase at the bars located in the lobby and upstairs. The bars offer snacks and candy as well as beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.

Bags up to 12″x6″x12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the show!

Charleston Jazz Festival: Pete Neighbour Quartet
2024-04-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Music Farm, 32 Ann St., Charleston, 29403, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

Enjoy fearless swing with the Pete Neighbour Quartet
Britain’s lyrical jazz clarinetist brings a Benny Goodman vibe to the Charleston Jazz Festival’s Lowcountry Jazz Day
To kick off the 2024 Charleston Jazz Festival, jazz clarinetist Pete Neighbour presents his unique Swing-Era Jazz for the 21st Century! Originally from London, England, Pete now calls Charleston home and has traveled extensively, performing at New York’s Lincoln Center, the Royal Festival Hall in London, the Cannes Film Festival, and various venues in New Orleans, Paris, Singapore, and Sidney. Pete’s early playing years were heavily influenced by the ‘Swing Era’ of the 1930s and 40s, especially that of Benny Goodman, whom he still holds in great esteem. Today, Pete’s style still encompasses that of Benny and his contemporaries but is much enhanced by other clarinet greats such as Buddy de Franco, Tony Scott, and Eddie Daniels.

Pete Neighbour – Clarinet
Bert Ligon – Piano
Sam Edwards – Bass
Edwin G. Hamilton – Drums

Concert Length: 60 min (no intermission)
Doors Open: 5:30PM

The Charleston Jazz Festival is sponsored in part by MUSC.
Watch this clip from a Pete Neighbour performance!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Celebrated as one of the best things to do in Charleston, SC, the Charleston Jazz Festival is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre, take a risk and surprise yourself. Jazz is an integral part of Charleston’s history and culture. Lowcountry Gullah and Geechie praise house rhythms have been passed down through the generations, leaving a distinctive and indelible mark on the jazz art form. As one of the early cradles of jazz, Charleston is proud to host this annual festival in one of the most significant jazz destinations in the world.
When you walk through the doors of the Music Farm, you are stepping back in time to a circa 1849 passenger train station. This hip, intimate venue offers a bar with a wide variety of beverage options. The Music Farm is also home to Tully’s, a tiny kitchen serving burgers, veggie burgers, fries, and more.
Our audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

Watch this recap from the 2023 Charleston Jazz Festival: Venue:
Music Farm
32 Ann St., Charleston, SC 29403

Parking:

Charleston Visitor Center Lot
375 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29403

Charleston Visitor Center Garage
73 Mary St., Charleston, SC 29403 For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, visit musicfarm.com/faq or, call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. In-Venue Dining
Tully’s

Nearby Dining:
Halls Chophouse
O-Ku Sushi
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
39 Rue de Jean
Coast Bar & Grill
Azul Mexican

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Official Lodging Partner:
Receive an exclusive discount when you book your rooms at The Restoration Hotel!
The Restoration Hotel

Nearby Lodging:
Hampton Inn
Hotel Bennett
The Dewberry
Embassy Suites
The Francis Marion
The Courtyard by Marriott

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Bus Services:
The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here.

Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

Pedi Cab Services
Charleston Pedi Cab
Charleston Bike Taxi
Charleston Rickshaw

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Beverages are available for purchase at the bar. Food is available for purchase in-house at Tully’s: musicfarm.com/tullys-food.

Bags up to 12″x6″x12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the Festival!

Charleston Jazz Festival: The Southern Pines
2024-04-18 19:30 - 20:30 | Music Farm, 32 Ann St., Charleston, 29403, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

The Southern Pines bring jazzy sounds inspired by art and South Carolina life
Showcasing original music by Dr. Colleen Clark and featuring Grammy Award-winning vocalist Quiana Parler
The Southern Pines features two-time Grammy Award-winning vocalist Quiana Parler from Ranky Tanky and some of the Southeast’s finest jazz musicians! This female-driven band was formed with inspiration from South Carolina life and the exhibit Our Own Work, Our Own Way: Ascendant Women Artists from the Johnson Collection at the Columbia Museum of Art. All of their music is written by bandleader Colleen Clark, who has a deep understanding of swing, New Orleans street beats, and blues. Colleen is an assistant professor of jazz at the University of South Carolina, where she coordinates small ensembles, conducts a big band, and teaches drum set studio and jazz history courses. She is the first and only drummer to earn a Doctor of Musical Arts from the world-renowned University of North Texas.

Quiana Parler – Vocals
Lauren Meccia – Saxophone
Matt White – Trumpet
Jesus Fuentes – Piano
Teja Veal – Bass
Colleen Clark – Drums/Bandleader

Concert Length: 60 min (no intermission)
Doors Open: 7:00PM

The Charleston Jazz Festival is sponsored in part by MUSC.
Watch this clip from a performance by The Southern Pines!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Celebrated as one of the best things to do in Charleston, SC, the Charleston Jazz Festival is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre, take a risk and surprise yourself. Jazz is an integral part of Charleston’s history and culture. Lowcountry Gullah and Geechie praise house rhythms have been passed down through the generations, leaving a distinctive and indelible mark on the jazz art form. As one of the early cradles of jazz, Charleston is proud to host this annual festival in one of the most significant jazz destinations in the world.
When you walk through the doors of the Music Farm, you are stepping back in time to a circa 1849 passenger train station. This hip, intimate venue offers a bar with a wide variety of beverage options. The Music Farm is also home to Tully’s, a tiny kitchen serving burgers, veggie burgers, fries, and more.
Our audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

Watch this recap from the 2023 Charleston Jazz Festival: Venue:
Music Farm
32 Ann St, Charleston, SC 29403

Parking:
Charleston Visitor Center Lot
375 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitor Center Garage
73 Mary St., Charleston, SC 29403 For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, visit musicfarm.com/faq or, call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. In-Venue Dining
Tully’s

Nearby Dining:
Halls Chophouse
O-Ku Sushi
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
39 Rue de Jean
Coast Bar & Grill
Azul Mexican

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Official Lodging Partner:
Receive an exclusive discount when you book your rooms at The Restoration Hotel!
The Restoration Hotel

Nearby Lodging:
Hampton Inn
Hotel Bennett
The Dewberry
Embassy Suites
The Francis Marion
The Courtyard by Marriott

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Bus Services:
The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here.

Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

Pedi Cab Services
Charleston Pedi Cab
Charleston Bike Taxi
Charleston Rickshaw

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Beverages are available for purchase at the bar. Food is available for purchase in-house at Tully’s: musicfarm.com/tullys-food.

Bags up to 12″x6″x12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the Festival!

Charleston Jazz Festival: Mike Quinn & The Parade Band
2024-04-18 21:00 - 22:00 | Music Farm, 32 Ann St., Charleston, 29403, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

Mike Quinn and The Parade Band bring New Orleans flair to Lowcountry Jazz Day
Experience the vibe of the “Big Easy” with Second Line-style energy

Mike Quinn and The Parade Band bring the Second Line tradition of New Orleans into the context of the Lowcountry, blending swing jazz, funk, soul, and pop into a rowdy, funk-driven 5-headed beast. Sax man Quinn heads up this ensemble of cross-bending monsters, including Gavin Smith on trombone, Dave Grimm on guitar, Ron Wiltrout on drums, and Chris Bluemel on helicon (a type of sousaphone). This cast of local superheroes is sure to play your socks off and wildly entertain.

Mike Quinn – Saxophone/Vocals
Dave Grimm – Guitar/Vocals
Gavin Smith – Trombone
Chris Bluemel – Helicon
Ron Wiltrout – Drums

Concert Length: 60 min (no intermission)

Doors Open: 8:30PM

The Charleston Jazz Festival is sponsored in part by MUSC.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Celebrated as one of the best things to do in Charleston, SC, the Charleston Jazz Festival is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre, take a risk and surprise yourself. Jazz is an integral part of Charleston’s history and culture. Lowcountry Gullah and Geechie praise house rhythms have been passed down through the generations, leaving a distinctive and indelible mark on the jazz art form. As one of the early cradles of jazz, Charleston is proud to host this annual festival in one of the most significant jazz destinations in the world.
When you walk through the doors of the Music Farm, you are stepping back in time to a circa 1849 passenger train station. This hip, intimate venue offers a bar with a wide variety of beverage options. The Music Farm is also home to Tully’s, a tiny kitchen serving burgers, veggie burgers, fries, and more.
Our audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

Watch this recap from the 2023 Charleston Jazz Festival: Venue:
Music Farm
32 Ann St., Charleston, SC 29403

Parking:

Charleston Visitor Center Lot
375 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29403

Charleston Visitor Center Garage
73 Mary St., Charleston, SC 29403 For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, visit musicfarm.com/faq or, call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. In-Venue Dining
Tully’s

Nearby Dining:
Halls Chophouse
O-Ku Sushi
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
39 Rue de Jean
Coast Bar & Grill
Azul Mexican

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Official Lodging Partner:
Receive an exclusive discount when you book your rooms at The Restoration Hotel!
The Restoration Hotel

Nearby Lodging:
Hampton Inn
Hotel Bennett
The Dewberry
Embassy Suites
The Francis Marion
The Courtyard by Marriott

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Bus Services:
The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here.

Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

Pedi Cab Services
Charleston Pedi Cab
Charleston Bike Taxi
Charleston Rickshaw

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Beverages are available for purchase at the bar. Food is available for purchase in-house at Tully’s: musicfarm.com/tullys-food.

Bags up to 12″x6″x12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the Festival!

Charleston Jazz Festival: René Marie & Experiment in Truth
2024-04-19 17:00 - 18:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

René Marie & Experiment in Truth – JUMP IN THE LINE!
René Marie is a very rare artist. A modern vocal icon, her unique artistry has been recognized with multiple domestic and international awards, including two Grammy Award nominations for Best Jazz Vocal Album. A lyricist, composer, arranger, playwright, actress, educator, speaker, and social justice activist, René is an Americana roots artist with jazz improvisational chops. Influenced by her southern upbringing, she incorporates folk, R&B, country, and classical elements into her music and approach, lending her a unique sound and style that have captivated audiences worldwide. Over a span of two decades, 11 recordings, and countless festival and concert stage performances, René inspires people with her artistry, her life story, and her ability to affirm the power of the human spirit.
The Charleston Jazz Festival is proud to feature René Marie & Experiment in Truth as they showcase the music of their highly anticipated Jump In The Line! Tour. This beautiful concert intersperses the most-beloved calypso selections of Harry Belafonte with lesser-known facts about his use of music to effect social change. Each musical selection (arrangements by trumpeter Etienne Charles) is curated to engage the heart and mind of both long-time fans of Harry Belafonte and more recent acolytes. Don’t wait, jump in line and reserve your tickets today!
René Marie – Vocals
Xavier Davis – Piano
Dan Wilson – Guitar
Rodney Jordan – Bass
Quentin E. Baxter – Drums
Wycliffe Gordon – Trombone
Terell Stafford – Trumpet
Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)

The Charleston Jazz Festival is sponsored in part by MUSC.

“Mention René Marie, and legendary divas spring to mind. While she is unquestionably in tune with Eartha Kitt, Marie reminds most of Nina Simone.”
~The New York Sun

Watch this clip from a René Marie performance!
Charleston Music Hall
37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403
charlestonmusichall.com

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St, Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St, Charleston, SC 29403

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Celebrated as one of the best things to do in Charleston, SC, the Charleston Jazz Festival is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre, take a risk and surprise yourself. Jazz is an integral part of Charleston’s history and culture. Lowcountry Gullah and Geechie praise house rhythms have been passed down through the generations, leaving a distinctive and indelible mark on the jazz art form. As one of the early cradles of jazz, Charleston is proud to host this annual festival in one of the most significant jazz destinations in the world.
When you step through the doors of the Charleston Music Hall you are stepping back in time into a circa 1849 train station, historically known as the Tower Depot. You will hear the iconic sounds of jazz wafting through the lobby, reminiscent of the city’s rich jazz history. Stop by one of the lobby bars on the lower or upper lever to purchase snacks, beer, wine or soft drinks to bring with you into the theatre. Our friendly ushers will greet you and assist you in finding your way to your seats – there’s not a bad seat in the house!
Our audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

Watch this recap from the 2023 Charleston Jazz Festival: Venue:
Charleston Music Hall
37 John St., Charleston, SC 29403

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St., Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St., Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St., Charleston, SC 29403 For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, please call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. Wheelchair access and companion seating are available on the lower level. (Note that the Charleston Music Hall is an historic building without an elevator to the balcony seating.) Please notify our Box Office if you need to enter the hall via the side entrance to avoid front main entry stairs. Nearby Dining:
Halls Chophouse
O-Ku Sushi
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
39 Rue de Jean
Coast Bar & Grill
Azul Mexican

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Official Lodging Partner:
Receive an exclusive discount when you book your rooms at The Restoration Hotel!
The Restoration Hotel

Nearby Lodging:
Hampton Inn
Hotel Bennett
The Dewberry
Embassy Suites
The Francis Marion
The Courtyard by Marriott

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Bus Services:
The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here.

Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

Pedi Cab Services
Charleston Pedi Cab
Charleston Bike Taxi
Charleston Rickshaw

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Refreshments are available for purchase at the bars located in the lobby and upstairs. The bars offer snacks and candy as well as beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.
The Charleston Music Hall is a cashless venue.

Bags up to 12″x6″x12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the Festival!

Charleston Jazz Festival VIP Reception
2024-04-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Bodega, 23 Ann St, Charleston, SC, 29403, United States
Elevate your Charleston Jazz Festival experience!
Join us at the official Charleston Jazz Festival reception! Mingle with Charleston Jazz Festival fans at this exclusive reception hosted at the trendy Bodega! Nestled just steps away from the Charleston Music Hall, this vibrant venue sets the stage for a fun evening between concerts.
Enjoy an open bar including wine and beer, and a variety of appetizers.
With limited tickets available, seize the chance to immerse yourself in the full festival experience by securing your spot. Don’t miss out on the thrill of the festival scene!
*Friends of the Festival receive complimentary access to the Festival reception. Our Friends of the Festival receive a variety of benefits during the festival while supporting festival programs. Become a Friend of the Festival: CLICK HERE.

Charleston Jazz Festival: Joshua Redman Group
2024-04-19 20:00 - 21:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

Joshua Redman Group – WHERE ARE WE
From its inception, the Blue Note label has stood for “The Finest In Jazz.” The same can be said for Joshua Redman. Over the past three decades, the saxophonist, composer, and bandleader has consistently demonstrated how to honor the music’s verities while expanding its reach in contemporary settings. On where are we, Redman’s first recording as a Blue Note artist, he delivers one of his most challenging and compelling albums to date, in a program featuring typically brilliant supporting partners and (in a first for Redman) built around a dynamic vocalist.
Redman admits that an entire project with voice had long been at the back of his mind. “Doing a record with a vocalist was something I thought I’d probably get to eventually,” he explains, laughing, “but that ‘eventually’ was starting to sound like glorified procrastination or avoidance!… Honestly, I think I was kind of torn. I’ve always had a sort of ‘rhythm section envy’ — wishing I could be more of an embedded participant in an underlying, supportive groove — but at the same time, I think in my primary role as a saxophonist in instrumental groups, I was used to being a lead voice, and I secretly didn’t want to relinquish all that melodic control! Maybe being locked down during the pandemic gave me time (too much time!) to think about all of this… I guess I decided I was ‘ready.’”
He found the perfect partner in young vocalist Gabrielle Cavassa. “I had maybe heard Gabrielle’s name from her time in the Bay Area,” Redman notes, “but I wasn’t at all familiar with her music. One night in the Fall of 2021, my manager texted me in the middle of Gabrielle’s performance at a party in New Orleans. ‘You’ve got to hear this young lady,’ she said. ‘This is not a concert, it’s a casual event, and she is just riveting.’ Once I heard Gabrielle, I realized that she has an expressive quality and an intimacy and a vulnerability in her sound that is singularly captivating.”
Having found a collaborator, Redman embarked on what proved to be a unique process. “Most of my previous recordings grew out of bands that had played and toured together consistently, and eventually developed a vibe and chemistry and repertoire to the point where we felt like we had to record. But in this case, while I had worked with each of the other instrumentalists many times before in a wide variety of settings, we hadn’t yet played all at the same time in the same group; and Gabrielle and I had literally never made a note of music together.”
The resulting program is “not really about the pandemic itself,” Redman stresses, “but the uniquely isolating conditions of that time certainly played a role in the music’s creation. The geographic flavor was probably born in part out of my own lockdown-induced wanderlust… And from a practical standpoint, Gabrielle and I basically had to plan everything virtually. (Never in my life have I talked so much art through text!) By the time I visited New Orleans to scout recording studios and finally meet her in person, we had already selected the band and picked almost all of the tunes.”
In the spirit of Woody Guthrie, Bruce Springsteen, and the other troubadours whose music comprises the program, where are we tours the U.S.A. (past, present, and perhaps even future), with shadings and alternative visions provided through mash-ups from different genres and generations. “The mash-ups were a secondary concept that first emerged while I was considering an arrangement of ‘I Left My Heart in San Francisco,’ and then Monk’s ‘San Francisco Holiday’ just sort of popped unannounced into my head,” Redman acknowledges. “When I saw that this sort of thing might work, I kept rolling with it… The San Francisco connection was just a cute little inside wink — a quick cable-car-like flourish in the middle of an otherwise slow and steady swinging ballad — but other combinations took on different trajectories.” A sliver of Charles Ives’ ‘Three Places in New England’ complements and contrasts the mood of ‘New England,’ a rare tune from a Betty Carter album; whereas the duality of ‘Stars Fell on Alabama’ and John Coltrane’s ‘Alabama’ “quite consciously juxtaposes two very different views and experiences of the American South… ‘Chicago Blues’ is sort of our present-day re-imagining of the Count Basie and Jimmy Rushing classic ‘Goin to Chicago.’ Gabrielle took some of the original stanzas and out of them fashioned her own, more personal and intimate, lyrical approach. I took melodic and harmonic motifs from Sufjan Stevens’ ‘Chicago’ and wove them into and around the blues form. I feel like what we did there was probably the most integrated, the most original, and maybe also the most successful, blending of the bunch.”
Finding musicians who fit the needs of what is fundamentally a ballads album was the relatively easy part for Redman, who has formed more memorable ensembles than can be counted on the fingers of one hand. “The musical mood is primarily slow, soft, lyrical, and romantic,” he says, “but also with darkness and longing and even sometimes anguish. I wanted musicians who were willing to embrace the beauty, the melancholy, and the mystery.” He found them in drummer Brian Blade, whose relationship with the saxophonist goes back to the beginnings of their respective careers; pianist Aaron Parks, a partner in the collective quartet James Farm; and more recent associate Joe Sanders on bass. “I was amazed that neither Aaron nor Joe had played with Brian before, but I knew they would inhabit this music together soulfully and brilliantly — sublimely and ethereally and poetically, but at the same time with a deep, earthy, visceral groove.”
For added perspective, Redman invited four other friends to contribute to the portraits of their native cities: guitarists Kurt Rosenwinkel (“Streets of Philadelphia”) and Peter Bernstein (“Manhattan”), vibraphonist Joel Ross (“Chicago Blues”), and trumpeter Nicholas Payton (“Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans?”). “I’ve always been deeply suspicious of concept albums in jazz, especially when they are my own!” Redman jokes, “and there is obviously a fair amount of concept here lurking in the background. But I didn’t want it to in any way mess with the organic, spontaneous making of the music. I don’t think I ever explicitly mentioned the hometown connection aspect to anyone… I had to laugh a few days after we recorded ‘Manhattan’ when Berns called me up and said ‘Oh, ok, I get it!’”
Yet there is a concept, and it is both timely and brilliantly executed. Redman opens with an improvisation on “This Land is Your Land,” introducing his lone original, “After Minneapolis.” “That began as an instrumental composition. I actually wrote it on May 31, 2020, six days after the murder of George Floyd,” he reports. “It wasn’t till over a year- and-a-half later that I took a crack at setting it to words. I had never written lyrics before, to anything.” After a musical roadtrip in which Cavassa and the quartet evoke impressions of eight other cities and regions, the music arrives at Coltrane’s “Alabama,” surrounding the classic ballad “Stars Fell on Alabama,” another of the musical juxtapositions addressing the destruction done to lives that matter. Still, as Redman cautions, “Even though those tracks [‘After Minneapolis’ and ‘Alabama’] more or less bookend the album, they are not the entire, or necessarily even the primary, message. If anything, the music is about considering the myriad things this country is thought to be, might be, and could be. It’s about American dream, American myth, American romance, and American reality, and how they can all co-exist in combination and proximity and tension. It’s at once a celebration, an examination, and a meditation — more a set of questions or contemplations, than any sort of clear definitive statement.”
The final word is given to a composition with a more amorphous locale. “‘Where Are You?’ is one of the last songs we thought about doing,” the saxophonist recalls. “I knew that Gabrielle played some guitar, and I thought about adding a bossa nova touch… It really clicked for all of us in the studio — one of the rare times where we were all listening together in the control room on playback and were like, ‘yeah, cool, this works, it’s good, we’re done.’… It only hit me later, listening to the rough a few weeks after the session, that Gabrielle could be singing this song about America, to America; and at that moment one of the central themes of the project became clear.” What began as a formal concept allowing two unacquainted artists to organize their ideas – something that could be discarded if necessary over time – had gained a deeper significance. “This was an album whose meaning revealed itself in the making.”
Where are we will leave listeners seeking to define where they, and we, are — inspired by the latest example of Joshua Redman at his finest.
Joshua Redman – Saxophone
Gabrielle Cavassa – Vocals
Paul Cornish – Piano
Philip Norris – Bass
Nazir Ebo – Drums

Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)

The Charleston Jazz Festival is sponsored in part by MUSC.

“Joshua Redman is one of the most acclaimed and charismatic jazz artists on the scene today.”
~ Culture Map

Watch this clip from a Joshua Redman performance!
Charleston Music Hall
37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403
charlestonmusichall.com

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St, Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St, Charleston, SC 29403

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Celebrated as one of the best things to do in Charleston, SC, the Charleston Jazz Festival is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre, take a risk and surprise yourself. Jazz is an integral part of Charleston’s history and culture. Lowcountry Gullah and Geechie praise house rhythms have been passed down through the generations, leaving a distinctive and indelible mark on the jazz art form. As one of the early cradles of jazz, Charleston is proud to host this annual festival in one of the most significant jazz destinations in the world.
When you step through the doors of the Charleston Music Hall you are stepping back in time into a circa 1849 train station, historically known as the Tower Depot. You will hear the iconic sounds of jazz wafting through the lobby, reminiscent of the city’s rich jazz history. Stop by one of the lobby bars on the lower or upper lever to purchase snacks, beer, wine or soft drinks to bring with you into the theatre. Our friendly ushers will greet you and assist you in finding your way to your seats – there’s not a bad seat in the house!
Our audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

Watch this recap from the 2023 Charleston Jazz Festival: Venue:
Charleston Music Hall
37 John St., Charleston, SC 29403

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St., Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St., Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St., Charleston, SC 29403 For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, please call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. Wheelchair access and companion seating are available on the lower level. (Note that the Charleston Music Hall is an historic building without an elevator to the balcony seating.) Please notify our Box Office if you need to enter the hall via the side entrance to avoid front main entry stairs. Nearby Dining:
Halls Chophouse
O-Ku Sushi
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
39 Rue de Jean
Coast Bar & Grill
Azul Mexican

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Official Lodging Partner:
Receive an exclusive discount when you book your rooms at The Restoration Hotel!
The Restoration Hotel

Nearby Lodging:
Hampton Inn
Hotel Bennett
The Dewberry
Embassy Suites
The Francis Marion
The Courtyard by Marriott

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Bus Services:
The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here.

Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

Pedi Cab Services
Charleston Pedi Cab
Charleston Bike Taxi
Charleston Rickshaw

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Refreshments are available for purchase at the bars located in the lobby and upstairs. The bars offer snacks and candy as well as beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.
The Charleston Music Hall is a cashless venue.

Bags up to 12″x6″x12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the Festival!

Jazz Girls Day
2024-04-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Charleston Jazz Academy, 3005 West Montague Avenue, Suite 200, North Charleston, SC, 29418, United States
Charleston Jazz is pleased to partner with Dr. Colleen Clark and the University of South Carolina School of Music on Jazz Girls Day.
This workshop is designed to inspire girls to play jazz!

Jazz Girls Day invites and inspires girls for a day filled with learning, playing, and performing. One of the goals of the day is to help girls prepare for their All-State jazz auditions, although this is not a requirement to attend. The idea behind Jazz Girls Day is not only to welcome girls to start or continue playing jazz but also encourage music educators to encourage girls to play jazz.

This program is for all instrumentalists and vocalists (traditional AND non-traditional) at all levels. The only prerequisites are middle and high school students who identify as female. Accompanying adults are welcome as well!

FREE—please RSVP above.
Photo Credit

Open House: Charleston Jazz Festival Artist
2024-04-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Simpatico Gallery, 63 Broad St., Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
Michel Calvet is the official artist for the 2024 CHARLESTON JAZZ FESTIVAL (April 18-21). This collaboration is particularly special as Calvet began his career as a jazz musician, and his love for jazz is reflected in several of his works. The painting, along with other works by Calvet will be available for viewing at this special open house at Simpatico Gallery.
For inquiries about purchasing the original 2024 Charleston Jazz Festival painting, contact john@simpaticogalleries.com. Poster prints will be available for purchase at the Festival.

FREE EVENT

Charleston Jazz Festival: Preservation Hall Jazz Band
2024-04-20 17:00 - 18:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Nowhere is the idea of New Orleans and its mingling of cultures from around the world more vividly embodied than the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, which has held the torch of New Orleans music aloft for more than 60 years. All the while, they carry it enthusiastically forward as a reminder that the history they were founded to preserve is a vibrantly living history.
The Preservation Hall Jazz Band marches Crescent City tradition forward in their brilliant stage performances. The group redefines what New Orleans music means today by tapping into a sonic continuum that stretches back to the city’s Afro-Cuban roots, through its common ancestry with the Afrobeat of Fela Kuti and the Fire Music of Pharoah Sanders and John Coltrane. The band has spread their hometown’s iconic sound to festival stages from Coachella to Newport, performing among peers and legends like Stevie Wonder, Elvis Costello, and the Grateful Dead, as well as modern giants like Beck, The Foo Fighters, My Morning Jacket and the Black Keys.

Clint Maedgen – Saxophone, Vocals
Branden Lewis – Trumpet, Vocals
Revon Andrews – Trombone, Vocals
Kyle Roussel – Piano
Kerry Lewis – Bass, Tuba
Peter Varnado – Drums

Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)

The Charleston Jazz Festival is sponsored in part by MUSC.

“The Preservation Hall Jazz Band [is] a quintessential New Orleans institution”
~ The New York Times

Watch this clip from a Preservation Hall Jazz Band performance!
Charleston Music Hall
37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403
charlestonmusichall.com

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St, Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St, Charleston, SC 29403

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Celebrated as one of the best things to do in Charleston, SC, the Charleston Jazz Festival is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre, take a risk and surprise yourself. Jazz is an integral part of Charleston’s history and culture. Lowcountry Gullah and Geechie praise house rhythms have been passed down through the generations, leaving a distinctive and indelible mark on the jazz art form. As one of the early cradles of jazz, Charleston is proud to host this annual festival in one of the most significant jazz destinations in the world.
When you step through the doors of the Charleston Music Hall you are stepping back in time into a circa 1849 train station, historically known as the Tower Depot. You will hear the iconic sounds of jazz wafting through the lobby, reminiscent of the city’s rich jazz history. Stop by one of the lobby bars on the lower or upper lever to purchase snacks, beer, wine or soft drinks to bring with you into the theatre. Our friendly ushers will greet you and assist you in finding your way to your seats – there’s not a bad seat in the house!
Our audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

Watch this recap from the 2023 Charleston Jazz Festival: Venue:
Charleston Music Hall
37 John St., Charleston, SC 29403

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St., Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St., Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St., Charleston, SC 29403 For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, please call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. Wheelchair access and companion seating are available on the lower level. (Note that the Charleston Music Hall is an historic building without an elevator to the balcony seating.) Please notify our Box Office if you need to enter the hall via the side entrance to avoid front main entry stairs. Nearby Dining:
Halls Chophouse
O-Ku Sushi
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
39 Rue de Jean
Coast Bar & Grill
Azul Mexican

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Official Lodging Partner:
Receive an exclusive discount when you book your rooms at The Restoration Hotel!
The Restoration Hotel

Nearby Lodging:
Hampton Inn
Hotel Bennett
The Dewberry
Embassy Suites
The Francis Marion
The Courtyard by Marriott

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Bus Services:
The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here.

Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

Pedi Cab Services
Charleston Pedi Cab
Charleston Bike Taxi
Charleston Rickshaw

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Refreshments are available for purchase at the bars located in the lobby and upstairs. The bars offer snacks and candy as well as beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.
The Charleston Music Hall is a cashless venue.

Bags up to 12″x6″x12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the Festival!

Charleston Jazz Festival: Arturo O’Farrill Latin Jazz Quintet
2024-04-20 20:00 - 21:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

Arturo O’Farrill Latin Jazz Quintet
Arturo O’Farrill is a 6X GRAMMY Award-winning Latin jazz pianist, composer, and educator that was born in Mexico and grew up in New York City. His professional career began with the Carla Bley Band, and he continued as a solo performer with a wide spectrum of artists, including Dizzy Gillespie, Lester Bowie, Wynton Marsalis, and Harry Belafonte.
In December 2010, Arturo traveled with the original Chico O’Farrill Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra to Cuba, returning his father’s musicians to his homeland. He continues to travel to Cuba regularly as an informal cultural ambassador, working with Cuban musicians, dancers, and students, bringing local musicians from Cuba to the US and American musicians to Cuba.
Arturo has received commissions from Meet the Composer, Jazz at Lincoln Center, The Philadelphia Music Project, The Apollo Theater, Symphony Space, the Bronx Museum of the Arts, the Young People’s Chorus of New York, Columbia University, and the New York State Council on the Arts.

Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)

Band Members:
Arturo O’Farrill – Piano
Jasper Dutz – Saxophone
Bam Rodriguez – Bass
Zack O’Farrill – Drums
Carlos Maldonado – Percussion

The Charleston Jazz Festival is sponsored in part by MUSC.
Watch this clip from an Arturo O’Farrill performance!
Charleston Music Hall
37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403
charlestonmusichall.com

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St, Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St, Charleston, SC 29403

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Celebrated as one of the best things to do in Charleston, SC, the Charleston Jazz Festival is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre, take a risk and surprise yourself. Jazz is an integral part of Charleston’s history and culture. Lowcountry Gullah and Geechie praise house rhythms have been passed down through the generations, leaving a distinctive and indelible mark on the jazz art form. As one of the early cradles of jazz, Charleston is proud to host this annual festival in one of the most significant jazz destinations in the world.
When you step through the doors of the Charleston Music Hall you are stepping back in time into a circa 1849 train station, historically known as the Tower Depot. You will hear the iconic sounds of jazz wafting through the lobby, reminiscent of the city’s rich jazz history. Stop by one of the lobby bars on the lower or upper lever to purchase snacks, beer, wine or soft drinks to bring with you into the theatre. Our friendly ushers will greet you and assist you in finding your way to your seats – there’s not a bad seat in the house!
Our audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

Watch this recap from the 2023 Charleston Jazz Festival: Venue:
Charleston Music Hall
37 John St., Charleston, SC 29403

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St., Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St., Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St., Charleston, SC 29403 For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, please call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. Wheelchair access and companion seating are available on the lower level. (Note that the Charleston Music Hall is an historic building without an elevator to the balcony seating.) Please notify our Box Office if you need to enter the hall via the side entrance to avoid front main entry stairs. Nearby Dining:
Halls Chophouse
O-Ku Sushi
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
39 Rue de Jean
Coast Bar & Grill
Azul Mexican

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Official Lodging Partner:
Receive an exclusive discount when you book your rooms at The Restoration Hotel!
The Restoration Hotel

Nearby Lodging:
Hampton Inn
Hotel Bennett
The Dewberry
Embassy Suites
The Francis Marion
The Courtyard by Marriott

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Bus Services:
The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here.

Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

Pedi Cab Services
Charleston Pedi Cab
Charleston Bike Taxi
Charleston Rickshaw

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Refreshments are available for purchase at the bars located in the lobby and upstairs. The bars offer snacks and candy as well as beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.
The Charleston Music Hall is a cashless venue.

Bags up to 12″x6″x12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the Festival!

Charleston Jazz Festival: Charlton Singleton & Contemporary Flow
2024-04-21 16:00 - 18:30 | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29405, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

The Abdiel Iriarte Experiment opens for Charlton Singleton & Contemporary Flow
Join us for the Charleston Jazz Festival finale with Afro-Cuban jazz, smooth R&B vibes, and more!

** IMPORTANT** This is an outdoor event. Bring your own chairs or blankets to sit on. Please leave all dogs and outside food and beverages at home.

3:15PM – Charleston Jazz Academy Pre-Show
Enjoy live music by our Charleston Jazz Academy students upon arrival. The Charleston Jazz Academy is the Lowcountry’s leader in jazz education.
Learn more here: charlestonjazz.com/academy

4:00PM – The Abdiel Iriarte Experiment
Experience an electrifying performance like no other as The Abdiel Iriarte Experiment takes the stage at the 2024 Charleston Jazz Festival Finale! This hard-driving band is a force to be reckoned with, combining the best of Afro-Venezuelan-Cuban rhythms with a modern jazz twist.
Led by the talented Abdiel Iriarte, hailing from Valencia, Venezuela, the band promises to deliver an unforgettable experience through their original compositions incorporating wildly creative sounds with keyboards and various electronic instruments. With non-stop energy, the band is known for bringing ‘fire and passion’ to the stage, leaving audiences wanting more.

Band Members:
Abdiel Iriarte – Keyboards
Tim Khayat – Electric Bass
Ron Wiltrout – Drums

5:00PM – Charlton Singleton & Contemporary Flow
Get ready to groove and move with two-time Grammy Award winner Charlton Singleton and his band, Contemporary Flow! With a blend of contemporary jazz, R&B, and original hits from Singleton himself, this outdoor musical experience is not to be missed. Singleton’s vibrant energy is contagious, as he communicates pure joy through his signature trumpet and vocal stylings. Gather your friends and family; this concert is a must-see that you will not want to miss!

Charlton Singleton is a member of the two-time Grammy Award-winning band, Ranky Tanky. He has entertained countless audiences around the world and calls Charleston home. Singleton is the former Artistic Director of the Charleston Jazz Orchestra and current Artistic Director of the MOJA Arts Festival, as well as the Artist-in-Residence Emeritus at the Gaillard Center. Charlton has shared the stage with artists such as Lisa Fischer, Bobby McFerrin, Ruby Dee, Jimmy Heath, Slide Hampton, Houston Person, Darius Rucker, Fred Wesley, Cyrus Chestnut, and more.

“Just watching him conduct, play piano, and trumpet draws you in and captivates you. He turns a non-jazz person into an enthusiast in a single concert.”
–Randi Weinstein (Charleston Jazz Patron), Charleston Magazine

Band Members:
Charlton Singleton – Trumpet / Vocals
Quiana Parler – Vocals
Demetrius Doctor – Keyboards
Greg Loney – Guitar
LaVonta Green – Electric Bass
James ‘JT’ Rollerson – Drums
Mark Sterbank – Tenor Saxophone

Concert Length: 2.5 hrs (with intermission)

Doors Open: 3:00PM

The Charleston Jazz Festival is sponsored in part by MUSC.

**Weather Plan** If the event is delayed or canceled due to inclement weather, ticket holders will be notified via email. While there are no refunds or exchanges, if this performance is canceled due to rain, Charleston Jazz will offer ticket buyers a complimentary ticket to an upcoming Charleston Jazz Orchestra performance.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Celebrated as one of the best things to do in Charleston, SC, the Charleston Jazz Festival is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre, take a risk and surprise yourself. Jazz is an integral part of Charleston’s history and culture. Lowcountry Gullah and Geechie praise house rhythms have been passed down through the generations, leaving a distinctive and indelible mark on the jazz art form. As one of the early cradles of jazz, Charleston is proud to host this annual festival in one of the most significant jazz destinations in the world.
Firefly Distillery is tucked away off the beaten path from downtown Charleston, a stone’s throw from the beautiful Noisette Creek, sits the newly constructed Firefly Distillery. Many of the materials used to build the elegant, barn-inspired space were taken from our roots on Wadmalaw Island, with elements purchased from local craftsmen or refurbished from a rustic barn.
Home of the world’s first Sweet Tea Vodka, Firefly continues to make great spirits. From our popular original vodkas to our maritime influenced bourbon, and lineup of 11 moonshine flavors, Firefly has grown to include more than 30 innovative spirits.
The Charleston Jazz Festival audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

Watch these videos of past performances by The Abdiel Iriarte Experiment and Charlton Singleton and Contemporary Flow!
The video of Charlton Singleton was recorded and produced by the Charleston Gaillard Center. Venue:
Firefly Distillery
4201 Spruill Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405

Parking:
The Distillery has a fairly large parking lot. If lot is full, please be respectful of neighboring businesses and do not park in their lots. For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, visit fireflydistillery.com/faq or, call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. Food and beverages are available for purchase. No outside coolers permitted.
Food Trucks
Millers All-Day
Rocket Burger
The Biscuit Shed
Firefly Distillery is a cashless venue. Official Lodging Partner:
Receive an exclusive discount when you book your rooms at The Restoration Hotel!
The Restoration Hotel

Nearby Lodging:
Hampton Inn & Suites
Courtyard by Marriott
Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

No coolers
No tents
No outside food or drink
No pets
No weapons or firearms are permitted on property
No smoking. Use of e-cigarettes or open flames are also prohibited in or within 100ft of our buildings.
To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the Festival!

2024 Jazz Family Day
2024-04-28 14:00 - 18:00 | The Scottish Rite Charleston, 1051 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Charleston, SC, 29407, United States
Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon of good food and great music!
NOTE: The event start time has been updated to 2:00PM.
This highly anticipated event will feature live performances by local high school jazz bands and combos from Charleston Jazz Academy, as well as snacks, souvenirs, and more. Come experience the electric energy of the finest young talent in the state. The lineup includes jazz ensembles from Lucy Beckham High School, Goose Creek High School, and James Island High School! The Charleston Jazz All-Star Big Band is back by popular demand and features rising musicians from throughout the Lowcountry. (Bands are subject to change.)
Jazz Family Day is the perfect way to spend a beautiful spring day with your family while watching and listening to the best high school jazz musicians in the state! Invite your friends. We can’t wait to see you there!

Tickets:
$5/person
$10/Family

Keys & Conversations: Momentum
2024-05-04 16:00 - 17:30 | International African American Museum, 14 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
The International African American Museum and Charleston Jazz are pleased to partner in presenting KEYS & CONVERSATIONS: FEATURING MOMENTUM.

Momentum is what happens when jazz collides with fusion, R&B, soul, jazz, and gospel. Warning: Things might get a little funky, and we can’t guarantee you’ll stay in your seat! Brought to you by Charleston Jazz, this powerhouse ensemble features some of the finest musicians in the Lowcountry. Led by Demetrius Doctor, Momentum draws inspiration from the repertoires of Stevie Wonder, Jon Batiste, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Jill Scott, Snarky Puppy, and more.

ABOUT KEYS & CONVERSATIONS
The International African American Museum’s KEYS & CONVERSATIONS series provides youth and families the opportunity to witness performances and engage with musicians in specialized conversations on a variety of musical topics. Showcasing a diverse range of musicians, genres, and performance styles, this program provides a fun and engaging introduction to musical selections while also exploring connections between them and topics/themes throughout history.

Lowcountry Rhythms - Charleston Jazz Orchestra + Lowcountry Voices
2024-05-11 17:00 - 18:30, 2024-05-11 20:00 - 21:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS
Box Office: (843) 641-0011 (M-F 10am-5pm)

Showcasing Charleston’s Jazz History
Spend an evening exploring Charleston’s place in the history of jazz music
Join us for a musical celebration of the Lowcountry. As one of the great cradles of jazz, Lowcountry rhythms and traditions are an integral part of this musical art form. The Charleston Jazz Orchestra will weave together rich history and treasured African and Gullah-Geechie culture and showcase locally inspired arrangements combined with the big band sound.
Joining the CJO for this special concert are members of the internationally renowned chorus, Lowcountry Voices. Known for their harmonious renditions of African-American music, including the soul-stirring sounds of Black gospel, spirituals, and jazz, this ensemble’s sound is deeply rooted in the rich heritage of the South Carolina Lowcountry.
Songs Include: Down By The River, The Charleston, Oh Happy Day, Summertime and more!
Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission) Often hailed as one of the top things to do in Charleston, SC, attending a Charleston Jazz Orchestra concert is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre and big band style, take a risk and surprise yourself. Our director Robert Lewis will guide you through the nuances and significance of each piece, sharing stories behind the songs and composers. Many arrangements have been specially created by our own orchestra members and can’t be heard anywhere else in the world. You can get a taste of past performances on our YouTube channel here.
When you step through the doors of the Charleston Music Hall you are stepping back in time into a circa 1849 train station, historically known as the Tower Depot. You will hear the iconic sounds of jazz wafting through the lobby, reminiscent of the city’s rich jazz history. Stop by one of the lobby bars on the lower or upper lever to purchase snacks, beer, wine or soft drinks to bring with you into the theatre. Our friendly ushers will greet you and assist you in finding your way to your seats – there’s not a bad seat in the house!
Our audience is diverse and you will see patrons of all ages and walks of life, including couples, singles, students, families, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charleston, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber, Member, Sponsor, Donor, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz.

I have been a season ticket holder since the inception of Charleston Jazz Orchestra for many wonderful reasons. The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age. The Music Hall is the perfect venue for such a group of phenomenal artists.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lil H., Google Review

We love the Charleston Jazz Orchestra! We have been attending their concerts for about seven years. They are so talented and entertaining.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Cheryl I., Google Review

Watch this video of a past Charleston Jazz Orchestra performance: Venue:
Charleston Music Hall
37 John St., Charleston, SC 29403

Parking:
Camden Garage
47 John St., Charleston, SC 29403
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage
73 Mary St., Charleston, SC 29403
Marion Square Garage
399 King St., Charleston, SC 29403 For questions about accessibility and ADA seating, please call our Box Office at 843-641-0011. Wheelchair access and companion seating are available on the lower level. (Note that the Charleston Music Hall is an historic building without an elevator to the balcony seating.) Please notify our Box Office if you need to enter the hall via the side entrance to avoid front main entry stairs. Nearby Dining:
Halls Chophouse
O-Ku Sushi
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
39 Rue de Jean
Coast Bar & Grill
Azul Mexican

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Lodging Package:
We are proud to partner with the Francis Marion hotel as our official lodging partner in 2024. Book the Francis Marion’s Charleston Jazz Package this season! Your package includes accommodations at the Francis Marion Hotel, (2) cocktails at the Swamp Fox Restaurant & (2) tickets to the Charleston Jazz Orchestra!
VIEW PACKAGE DETAILS

Other Lodging Options:
Hampton Inn
Hotel Bennett
The Dewberry
Embassy Suites
The Courtyard by Marriott

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Bus Services:
The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here.

Car Services:
There are a variety of local transportation services available including taxis, Uber and Lyft.

Pedi Cab Services
Charleston Pedi Cab
Charleston Bike Taxi
Charleston Rickshaw

Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services. Refreshments are available for purchase at the bars located in the lobby and upstairs. The bars offer snacks and candy as well as beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.

Bags up to 12″x6″x12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

To respect all our guest’s experiences, video cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, audio recording devices, and professional cameras will not be permitted inside the venue.

See you at the show!

Jazz Combo Camp: Improv 101
2024-06-03 09:00 - 2024-06-07 15:30 | Charleston Jazz Academy, 3005 West Montague Avenue, Suite 200, North Charleston, SC, 29418, United States
Explore jazz improvisation in a fun, supportive environment!

June 3—7: Improv 101
Location: Charleston Jazz Academy
9:00AM-3:30PM

Welcome to the Jazz Combo Camp, where the magic of music comes alive! For new jazz students, this camp is the perfect place to dive into the world of improvisation. From learning the basics of scales and chord progressions to experimenting with melodic ideas, students are guided on a journey to discover their unique voice in jazz. Meanwhile, advanced players are taken on a quest to elevate their improvisations to new heights. With a focus on developing style and exploring harmonic complexities, these musicians are challenged to push the boundaries of their creativity. The camp buzzes with the energy of exploration and collaboration, creating a space where students of all levels can grow, learn, and truly jazz it up!

This project is funded in part by the South Carolina Arts Commission, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, and the S.C. Department of Education, which received funding from the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary Schools Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) funds.

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Jazz Combo Camp: Swing Time SOLD OUT
2024-06-17 09:00 - 2024-06-21 15:30 | Charleston Jazz Academy, 3005 West Montague Avenue, Suite 200, North Charleston, SC, 29418, United States
Explore jazz improvisation in a fun, supportive environment!

June 17—21: Swing Time
Location: Charleston Jazz Academy
9:00AM-3:30PM
This week of camp is full. Space is currently available for the weeks of July 8th and July 22nd.

Welcome to Jazz Combo Camp, where the music comes alive with more than just eighth notes! Immerse yourself in the world of jazz where students not only learn how to play their instruments but also how to swing to the rhythm. From syncopated beats to soulful melodies, Jazz Combo Camp is where budding musicians discover the art of improvisation and the magic of creating music on the spot. Join us for an unforgettable experience where every note played is a step towards mastering the language of jazz and embracing the spirit of collaboration. Let the music take you on a journey where creativity knows no bounds and the joy of swing fills the air.

This project is funded in part by the South Carolina Arts Commission, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, and the S.C. Department of Education, which received funding from the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary Schools Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) funds.

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Art of Jazz: Sta.La.V.
2024-06-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
Charleston Jazz is pleased to partner with the Gibbes Museum on the Art of Jazz music series!

The highly anticipated Art of Jazz Series is where art and music collide. A collaboration with the Gibbes Museum, this annual three-concert series showcases original jazz music inspired by works on display at the museum. This one-of-a-kind musical experience has become very popular and sells out fast.

About the Sta.La.V.:
Stachia (Sta.La.V.) Simmons was born into a musical family, and began playing drums in church at the age of 2 and has been playing ever since. A powerhouse vocalist/instrumentalist, producer, and harmonic arranger, Stachia has performed with several notables in the gospel industry and other Lowcountry favorites, such as Quiana Parler, Charlton Singleton, and national jazz saxophonist Paul Shiltz. Her audiences can expect a night of creative expression…from Soul to Jazz, Gospel, Funk and Reggae.

Band:
Stachia Simmons, Drums
LaToya Renea, Piano
Chris Shecut, Saxophone

Special Thanks:
The Gibbes Museum of Art
Monster Music & Movies
Charleston Magazine

Jazz Combo Camp: Straight Eighths
2024-07-08 09:00 - 2024-07-12 15:30 | Charleston Jazz Academy, 3005 West Montague Avenue, Suite 200, North Charleston, SC, 29418, United States
Explore jazz improvisation in a fun, supportive environment!

July 8—12: Straight Eighths
Location: Charleston Jazz Academy
9:00AM-3:30PM

Embark on a musical journey like no other at Jazz Combo Camp, where we celebrate the diverse and vibrant world of jazz styles that don’t swing. From the electrifying energy of rock to the irresistible grooves of funk, and the passionate rhythms of Latin music, our camp is a melting pot of creativity and expression. Immerse yourself in the soul-stirring melodies, intricate harmonies, and infectious beats that define these genres. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or just beginning your musical exploration, Jazz Combo Camp promises to ignite your passion for music and expand your horizons in ways you never thought possible. Join us and discover the boundless possibilities of jazz beyond swing!

This project is funded in part by the South Carolina Arts Commission, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, and the S.C. Department of Education, which received funding from the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary Schools Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) funds.

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Jazz Combo Camp: Stick with the Standards
2024-07-22 09:00 - 2024-07-26 15:30 | Charleston Jazz Academy, 3005 West Montague Avenue, Suite 200, North Charleston, SC, 29418, United States
Explore jazz improvisation in a fun, supportive environment!

July 22—26: Stick with the Standards
Location: Charleston Jazz Academy
9:00AM-3:30PM

At the Jazz Combo camp, students embark on a musical journey like no other, immersing themselves in the rich and vibrant world of jazz. Here, budding musicians expand their skills and delve deep into the forms most commonly used in jazz and popular music, discovering new rhythms, harmonies, and melodies that ignite their passion for creativity. From the soulful sounds of blues to the intricate structures of various song forms, students are exposed to a diverse range of styles that challenge and inspire them to reach new heights in their musical prowess. With each note played and each chord struck, these young talents not only hone their craft but also cultivate a deep appreciation for the artistry and innovation that define jazz music.

This project is funded in part by the South Carolina Arts Commission, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, and the S.C. Department of Education, which received funding from the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary Schools Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) funds.

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Art of Jazz: Grace McNally
2024-07-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
UPDATE: This event is sold out. Tickets are available for next month’s Art of Jazz with Nolan Tecklenburg here.

Charleston Jazz is pleased to partner with the Gibbes Museum on the Art of Jazz music series!

The highly anticipated Art of Jazz Series is where art and music collide. A collaboration with the Gibbes Museum, this annual three-concert series showcases original jazz music inspired by works on display at the museum. This one-of-a-kind musical experience has become very popular and sells out fast.

About the Performer:
Bandleader and multi-faceted guitarist, Grace McNally, crosses genres and cultures with her arrangements, original music, and interpretations of jazz standards and folk songs. She has performed and produced solo and ensemble works and her concerts have been described as captivating and imaginative, as audiences journey through the rich cultural landscapes of West Africa and the Americas. When Grace is not writing or performing, she is the station manager for WOHM Radio 96.3FM and has a weekly radio show called Travel Notes that uses music as a medium to explore ways in which we are all connected.

About the Concert:
In her special Art of Jazz concert, McNally will explore the works of three celebrated artists: abstract expressionists Merton D. Simpson and William M. Halsey, and Cuban-American painter Reynier Llanes. Grace and her bandmates will express musically the stories and emotions that each masterpiece evokes. A combination of new, original pieces and Cuban and Brazilian folk songs have been curated especially for the Art of Jazz series, and you will be among the first to hear this one-of-a-kind collection of songs.

Musicians:
Grace McNally, Guitar
Gino Castillo, Percussion
Jonathan Lovett, Piano and Bass

Art of Jazz: Nolan Tecklenburg
2024-08-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
Charleston Jazz is pleased to partner with the Gibbes Museum on the Art of Jazz music series!

The highly anticipated Art of Jazz Series is where art and music collide. A collaboration with the Gibbes Museum, this annual three-concert series showcases original jazz music inspired by works on display at the museum. This one-of-a-kind musical experience has become very popular and sells out fast.
Nolan Tecklenburg is a sought-after Charleston pianist with a deep love for New Orleans jazz. He will head up a powerhouse trio that features dynamic drummer and percussionist Ron Wiltrout and two-time Grammy Award-winning bassist Kevin Hamilton.
Sponsors: Monster Music & Movies and Charleston Magazine
Refreshments: Jessamine and Vine and The Establishment CHS About Nolan Tecklenburg:
Originating from Charleston, SC, Nolan Tecklenburg is a jazz pianist with a love for New Orleans. He began by studying piano at the age of 5 and continued his studies at Loyola University down in New Orleans. While in the Big Easy, he was able to craft his own sound by listening and playing with some of the best local musicians. He spearheaded a project called NuSpeak, which would go on to play at Tipitina’s and other local venues. At the same time, he would gig with his trio throughout the city and end up playing at Jazz Fest as well. After graduating from college he moved back to his hometown where he is now a staple piano player throughout the Charleston area.
