The Charleston Jazz Jam Session is a monthly session open to musicians of all ages. We invite students, adult learners, and professionals alike to hang together and perform in a welcoming, encouraging environment. There will be a signup list posted for each jam online along with “Community Tunes” for everyone to check out. With local professional rhythm section players […]
Date/Time: Thursday, May 7 from 7-8pm Location: Charleston Jazz Academy, 3005 West Montague Ave Suite 200 N.Charleston 29485 Free and open to the public The CJO is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of John Coltrane and Miles Davis. On May 7, from 7-8pm, the Charleston Jazz Academy will host a Miles and Coltrane Listening […]
Date/Time: Sat, May 9 from 7-9pm Location: Smythe Park, 2364 Daniel Island Dr, Charleston, SC 29492 Free and open to the public Concert in the Park with Charleston Jazz Express featuring Zandrina Dunning Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with an evening of live jazz under the open sky at Smythe Park on Daniel Island! Join Charleston Jazz […]
Miles Davis and John Coltrane, two towering figures who reshaped the landscape of 20th-century music. Both born in 1926, Davis’ understated, cool lyricism on Trumpet and Coltrane’s intense sheets of sound on Saxophone would form the modern jazz soundscape in the 1950’s and 60’s. Their musical relationship produced some of the most celebrated recordings in jazz history, such as Kind of Blue, ‘Round About Midnight, and Milestones.
Miles Davis and John Coltrane, two towering figures who reshaped the landscape of 20th-century music. Both born in 1926, Davis’ understated, cool lyricism on Trumpet and Coltrane’s intense sheets of sound on Saxophone would form the modern jazz soundscape in the 1950’s and 60’s. Their musical relationship produced some of the most celebrated recordings in jazz history, such as Kind of Blue, ‘Round About Midnight, and Milestones.
The Charleston Jazz Jam Session is a monthly session open to musicians of all ages. We invite students, adult learners, and professionals alike to hang together and perform in a welcoming, encouraging environment. There will be a signup list posted for each jam online along with “Community Tunes” for everyone to check out. With local professional rhythm section players […]
Camp Coltrane Celebrate the legacy and revolutionary sound of jazz icon John Coltrane in honor of his 100th birthday. Designed for middle and high school musicians, Camp Coltrane offers an immersive experience in jazz combo playing, improvisation, and ensemble collaboration inspired by Coltrane’s groundbreaking music. Students will deepen their musical skills while exploring Coltrane’s influence […]
The much-anticipated Art of Jazz Series is where the worlds of art and music come together. In partnership with the Gibbes Museum, this annual three-concert series features original jazz compositions inspired by artwork from the museum’s collection. This unique musical experience has quickly become a fan favorite and tends to sell out fast.
Plug into the bold, boundary-breaking world of Jazz Fusion as It’s Electric explores the moment electric instruments transformed jazz. Students will dive into groove-driven styles, amplified sounds, and modern improvisation while developing ensemble skills and creative confidence.
The Charleston Jazz Jam Session is a monthly session open to musicians of all ages. We invite students, adult learners, and professionals alike to hang together and perform in a welcoming, encouraging environment. There will be a signup list posted for each jam online along with “Community Tunes” for everyone to check out. With local professional rhythm section players […]
The much-anticipated Art of Jazz Series is where the worlds of art and music come together. In partnership with the Gibbes Museum, this annual three-concert series features original jazz compositions inspired by artwork from the museum’s collection. This unique musical experience has quickly become a fan favorite and tends to sell out fast.
Trace the roots of jazz back to the blues in All Blues, a week-long exploration of the blues form—from its earliest expressions to modern interpretations. Students will deepen their understanding of groove, phrasing, and storytelling while building strong ensemble and improvisation skills.
