HOLIDAY SWING: Charleston Jazz Orchestra
2022-12-03 20:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
Maestro Robert Lewis and the Charleston Jazz Orchestra will swing you into the holiday spirit with big band arrangements of wintery classics and seasonal favorites. Gather together with your friends and family and add some yuletide cheer with this Charleston Jazz tradition!

Charleston Music Hall Parking:
Camden Garage – 47 John St (Next door)
Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage – 73 Mary St (Across the street)

This performance is made possible by REV Federal Credit Union.

Song List:
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Composed by Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane
Arranged by Dick Goodwin
What Child is This?
Composed by William Chatterdon Dix
Arranged by Kevin Patton
Hark! The Herald Angles Sing
Composed by Felix Mendelssohn and Charles Wesley
Arranged by Kevin Patton
This Christmas
Composed by Donny Hathaway
Arranged by Demetrius Doctor
The Man with the Bag
Composed by Irving Taylor and Dudley Brooks
Arranged by Bert Ligon
You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch
Composed by Albert Hague and Theodor ‘Dr. Seuss’ Geisel
Arranged by Frank Duvall Donkey with a Broken Ear
Composed by Paddy Bell
Adapted by Dick Goodwin
Jingle Bells
Composed by James Pierpont
Arranged by Jason Bellack
Christmas is Coming
Composed by Vince Guaraldi
Arranged by Mark Sterbank
Do You Hear What I Hear?
Composed by Gloria Shayne and Noel Regney
Arranged by Mark Sterbank and Charlton Singleton
Skating
Composed by Vince Guaraldi
Arranged by Robert Lewis
The Christmas Song
Composed by Mel Tormé and Robert Wells
Arranged by Robert Lewis
Check out this clip from Holiday Swing 2021!

Charleston Jazz Academy Recital
2022-12-11 14:00 - 16:00 | SC
Watch as the next generation of jazz musicians carry on Charleston’s musical heritage Sunday, Dec. 11th at 2pm at Forte Jazz Lounge. Featuring: Charleston Jazz Academy Combos, Homeschool Band, Angel Oak Melodica Class and private students.
FREE
Check out this video from the 2021 Fall Showcase!

JAZZ DAY FOR KIDS: Charleston Jazz Express
2023-01-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
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.
Access lesson plan here.

JAZZ ON THE SCREEN: Charleston Jazz Express + Zandrina Dunning
2023-01-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Colleton Civic Center, 494 Hampton St., Walterboro, SC, 29488, United States
The Charleston Jazz Express
Guest Vocalist: Zandrina Dunning
Saturday, January 28th
6pm
Colleton Civic Center (Walterboro)
Whether to capture our attention with instantly recognizable theme songs, transport us to different worlds, or guide us on an emotional journey, music plays an essential part of the storytelling process in both television and film. From the small screen to the silver screen, the Charleston Jazz Express will revisit some of the most memorable musical moments in television and film, including Toy Story, The Sound of Music, Pennies From Heaven, and Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory!
The Charleston Jazz Express, led by Robert Lewis and made up of Charleston Jazz Orchestra members, is an accomplished group of jazz musicians and an example of the rich history and legacy of Jazz in Charleston. Joining the CJE will be Lowcountry favorite, guest vocalist Zandrina Dunning.

Jazz Workshop With Wycliffe Gordon
2023-02-23 18:30 - 20:00 | Fox Music House, 4248 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC, 29405, United States
February 23, 2023
Fox Music House
6:30pm-8:00pm
Free Admission – All Are Welcome
Renowned jazz artist Wycliffe Gordon will lead a special workshop with Charleston Jazz Academy student combos at Fox Music. This event is made possible by the National Endowment for the Arts and South Arts and is free and open to the public.

NEW 'AWLINS: Charleston Jazz Orchestra + Wycliffe Gordon
2023-02-25 17:00 - 18:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
The Charleston Jazz Orchestra transports you to “The Big Easy” with the sounds that waft down the famed Bourbon Street in New Orleans. Experience a sonic explosion of culture, blending the energy of Mardi Gras and the class of Big Band jazz. Highlighting internationally renowned trombonist Wycliffe Gordon known for his work with Wynton Marsalis and Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, this is an evening of surprises and unforgettable moments you won’t want to miss!

Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)

The performance and education programs with Wycliffe Gordon are supported in part by grants from South Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Check out this video of Wycliffe Gordon!
ABOUT THE CHARLESTON JAZZ ORCHESTRA
The Charleston Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Robert Lewis, has been performing for audiences in the Lowcountry for over 14 years. The Charleston Jazz Orchestra is comprised of 18 accomplished jazz musicians and is an entertaining and educational example of the rich history of jazz in Charleston. The Charleston Jazz Orchestra offers a six concert subscription series known for its unique, enthusiastically received performances that contribute mightily to the ever-evolving Lowcountry arts scene. Find out more about the Charleston Jazz Orchestra members HERE.
Watch past Charleston Jazz Orchestra performances HERE.

ABOUT THE CHARLESTON MUSIC HALL
Steeped in history, the Charleston Music Hall is one of the oldest buildings on the block. Today, this versatile space combines historical elegance with modern functionality. Above all else, the Music Hall is a listening room; an intimate environment in which the audience and the artist can interact on a more personal level. In this space, that boasts the best acoustics in town, there literally isn’t a bad seat in the house. 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

NEW 'AWLINS - Charleston Jazz Orchestra + Wycliffe Gordon
2023-02-25 20:00 - 21:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States

SING, SING, SWING - Charleston Jazz Orchestra
2023-03-25 17:00 - 18:30, 2023-03-25 20:00 - 21:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
“It don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing!”
Join the Charleston Jazz Orchestra for the evolution of electrifying big band swing music that took America by storm. From its birth with legendary ensembles such as Charleston’s own Jenkins Orphanage Band, Benny Goodman, and Fletcher Henderson Orchestras, to the indelible mark it continues to make on jazz today, it’s no wonder it’s gone down in history as the greatest music of all time.

Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)

Song List:
Jenkins Orphanage Band
Composer – Unknown
Arranged by Robert Lewis
Moten Swing
Composed by Buster and Benny Moten
Arranged by Ernie Wilkins
One O’Clock Jump
Composed by William (Count) Basie
Arranged by Jeff Hest
Tuxedo Junction
Composed by Erskine Hawkins
Transcribed by Myles Collins
Black and Tan Fantasy
Composed by Duke Ellington
Transcribed by David Berger
Sophisticated Lady
Composed by Duke Ellington
Transcribed by David Berger
Caravan
Composed by Duke Ellington, Juan Tizol, and Irving Mills
Arranged by Duke Ellington

Scorpio
Composed and arranged by Mary Lou Williams
Lonely Moments
Composed and arranged by Mary Lou Williams
Concerto for Clarinet
Composed by Artie Shaw
Transcribed by Myles Collins
Contrasts
Composed by Jimmy Dorsey
Transcribed and adapted by Myles Collins
Well, Git It!
Composed and arranged by Sy Oliver
Hotter than ‘Ell
Composed by Fletcher Henderson
Arranged by Horace Anderson
Down by the Old Mill Stream
Composed by Tell Taylor
Transcribed by Myles Collins
Sing, Sing, Sing
Composed by Louis Prima
Arranged by Jeff Hest
ABOUT THE CHARLESTON JAZZ ORCHESTRAThe Charleston Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Robert Lewis, has been performing for audiences in the Lowcountry for over 14 years. The Charleston Jazz Orchestra is comprised of 18 accomplished jazz musicians and is an entertaining and educational example of the rich history of jazz in Charleston. The Charleston Jazz Orchestra offers a six concert subscription series known for its unique, enthusiastically received performances that contribute mightily to the ever-evolving Lowcountry arts scene. Find out more about the Charleston Jazz Orchestra members HERE.
Watch past Charleston Jazz Orchestra performances HERE.

ABOUT THE CHARLESTON MUSIC HALL
Steeped in history, the Charleston Music Hall is one of the oldest buildings on the block. Today, this versatile space combines historical elegance with modern functionality. Above all else, the Music Hall is a listening room; an intimate environment in which the audience and the artist can interact on a more personal level. In this space, that boasts the best acoustics in town, there literally isn’t a bad seat in the house.
Check out this Charleston Jazz Orchestra clip from 2021!
Charleston Music Hall
37 John St. 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

Charleston Jazz Festival: Matt White's 'Dolly'
2023-04-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Forte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St,, Charleston, SC, 29403, United States
Matt White’s Dolly is a reimagining of the early music of Dolly Parton, combining her incredible song writing and lyrics with contemporary musical styles and improvisation. Currently the Chair of Jazz Studies at the University of South Carolina, Matt was drawn to Dolly’s early career and imagined how her music, often tackling themes of poverty and gender equality, could be reconstructed by connecting southern roots music with contemporary styles and production. Don’t miss this world premiere of Matt White’s Dolly at the 2023 Charleston Jazz Festival!

Matt White – Cornet, Arranger
Liz Kelley – Vocals
Demetrius Doctor – Organ
Tim Fischer – Guitar
Colleen Clark – Drums

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Check out this video of Matt White performing in the Art of Jazz.
Forte Jazz Lounge
477 King St.
Charleston, SC 29403

Parking
Paid Lot: Corner of King and Radcliffe St.
Visitor Center Parking Garage: 63 Mary St.
Visitor Center Parking Lot: 375 Meeting St.

Charleston Jazz Festival: Oscar Rivers Jazz Quartet
2023-04-20 19:30 - 20:30 | Forte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St,, Charleston, SC, 29403, United States
Oscar Rivers, Charleston’s Jazz Patriarch, made a name for himself in 1970’s Chicago, playing with everyone from Charlie Parker, Sonny Stitt, Stevie Wonder, BB King, the Temptations, and the Quincy Jones Orchestra. Oscar is featured in An Encyclopedia of South Carolina Jazz and Blues Musicians, which documents South Carolinian musicians from the 19th century to the present. Truly a Lowcountry legend, Oscar and his band perform all jazz styles, with a focus on Standards, Latin and Jazz-Soul crossover. Don’t miss the Oscar Rivers Jazz Quartet during Lowcountry Jazz Day at the 2023 Charleston Jazz Festival!

Oscar Rivers – Piano
Kat Keturah – Vocals
M Paul Gelpi – Bass
Mary Madden – Drums

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Partners:

Check out this video of Oscar Rivers!
Forte Jazz Lounge
477 King St.
Charleston, SC 29403

Parking
Paid Lot: Corner of King and Radcliffe St.
Visitor Center Parking Garage: 63 Mary St.
Visitor Center Parking Lot: 375 Meeting St.

Charleston Jazz Festival: StaLaV and The Tribe
2023-04-20 21:00 - 22:00 | Forte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St,, Charleston, SC, 29403, United States
Stachia ‘StaLaV’ Simmons is an artist and multi-instrumentalist from Goose Creek, SC. Born into a musical family, she began playing drums in church at the age of 2 and has been playing ever since. A powerhouse vocalist/instrumentalist, producer, and harmonic arranger, StaLaV 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. One thing is for sure, StaLaV and The Tribe will leave you uplifted and inspired during their performance the 2023 Charleston Jazz Festival!

StaLaV – Vocals, Percussion
Noah Jones – Piano
Ashton Lowery – Guitar
Brian Green – Bass
JT Rollerson – Drums

Presented By:

Partners:

Check out this performance featuring Stachia Simmons / StaLaV!
Forte Jazz Lounge
477 King St.
Charleston, SC 29403

Parking
Paid Lot: Corner of King and Radcliffe St.
Visitor Center Parking Garage: 63 Mary St.
Visitor Center Parking Lot: 375 Meeting St.

Charleston Jazz Festival: Samara Joy
2023-04-21 17:00 - 18:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
The New York Times describes Samara Joy as a “silky-voiced rising jazz star” and the Boston Globe compliments her “warm, capacious vocal instrument and breathtaking technique.” The 22-year old burst onto the world stage when her TikTok videos of soulful standards went viral landing her on the TODAY Show. She is newly signed to the prestigious Verve records label and has been awarded 2023 GRAMMY Awards for Best New Artist and Best Vocal Jazz Album. She brings a fresh, youthful energy to timeless jazz classics and is no doubt on her way to being the great legend of this generation.
Music Hall Bag Policy: 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.

Presented By:

Partners:

Watch this clip of Samara Joy on the Today Show!
Charleston Music Hall
37 John St. 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

Charleston Jazz Festival: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
2023-04-21 20:00 - 21:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
With a mission to revitalize jazz and swing music, this powerhouse ensemble has sold-out prestigious venues such as the Hollywood Bowl and Lincoln Center. They have toured the world selling millions of records and have their music featured in hundreds of film and television shows. They have appeared on Dancing with the Stars and Super Bowl XXXIII and are one of the driving forces that has kept swing and jazz in the limelight for nearly three decades.
Music Hall Bag Policy: Bags up to 12″x 6″x 12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.
Presented By:

Partners:

Check out Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s sizzle reel!
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

Jazz Girls Day
2023-04-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Charleston Jazz Academy, 3005 West Montague Avenue, Suite 200, North Charleston, SC, 29418, United States
The Charleston Jazz Academy is pleased to host JAZZ GIRLS DAY in partnership with the University of South Carolina School of Music Jazz program. An annual initiative that invites and inspires girls from South Carolina to join the USC Jazz faculty for a day filled with learning, playing, and performing. The idea behind JAZZ GIRLS DAY is not only to welcome girls to start or continue playing jazz but also encourage South Carolina 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!
This program is free-of-charge, however, we do ask that you register at the link above.
Charleston Jazz Academy

3005 W Montague Ave
Suite 200
North Charleston, SC 29418

Charleston Jazz Festival: Dianne Reeves
2023-04-22 17:00 - 18:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
GRAMMY-winning artist Dianne Reeves has been named a “Jazz Master” by the National Endowment for the Arts – the highest honor for a jazz artist in the United States. Reeves also holds an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts from Juilliard for her “breathtaking virtuosity, improvisational prowess, and unique jazz and R&B style.” Historian and music critic Scott Yanow describes Reeves as “a logical successor to Dinah Washington and Carmen McRae, Reeves is a superior interpreter of lyrics and a skilled scat singer.”

Music Hall Bag Policy: Bags up to 12″x 6″x 12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.
Presented By:

Partners:

Check out this video of Dianne Reeves performing “In Your Eyes!”
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

Charleston Jazz Festival: Cindy Blackman Santana
2023-04-22 20:00 - 21:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
“Some drummers act, some react. Some keep time, others create it. Cindy Blackman Santana is among the few who can,” says Mike Zwerin of the International Herald Tribune. Blackman started her career as a busker on the streets of New York City and has gone on to travel the world. Her high-energy performances are mesmerizing and she is a master both in jazz and rock as the drummer for husband Carlos Santana, the Latin jazz and rock superstar.

Cindy Blackman Santana – Drums
Emilio Modeste – Saxophone
Marc Carey – Keyboards
Aurelien Budynek – Electric Guitar
Felix Pastorius – Electric Bass

Music Hall Bag Policy: Bags up to 12″x 6″x 12″ are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

Presented By:

Partners:

Check out this video of Cindy Blackman Santana!
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

Young Professionals Night at the Charleston Jazz Festival Finale
2023-04-23 15:30 - 18:30 | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29405, United States
Join CYP and the Young Lions of Jazz under the live oaks and Spanish moss at Firefly Distillery for a special Charleston Jazz Festival event celebrating young professionals!
Mingle and network as you sip on local spirits and enjoy savory fare from Lola’s Lumpia food truck. This special pre-concert event will feature a chat with Grammy award-winning artist, Charlton Singleton. Directly following the reception, we will head to the field for the Charleston Jazz Festival finale that will be headlined by Charlton and his Beehive Orchestra. This is an event you must not miss as it celebrates our rising business leaders and honors the rich legacy and impact of jazz on the Holy City. The Charleston Jazz Festival is presented by the Medical University of South Carolina with national media partner Garden & Gun Magazine.CYP Reception & Networking: 3:30 – 4:30pmConcert: 5:00 – 6:30pmFood & Beverages available for purchase – no outside food or drink is permitted. Bring a blanket or chair for concert seating
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Watch this clip of Charlton Singleton and the Beehive Orchestra!
Firefly Distillery
4201 Spruill Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
fireflydistillery.com

Parking:
Parking lot on site.

Seating:
Concerts take place in a 4 acre field. Bring a blanket to sit on.

Charleston Jazz Festival: Charlton Singleton's Beehive Orchestra
2023-04-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29405, United States
American trumpeter, vocalist and former leader of the Charleston Jazz Orchestra, Charlton Singleton is a GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist along with his fellow Ranky Tanky band mates.
Charleston Magazine says “watching Singleton at work is mesmerizing…Charlton Singleton is a musical alchemist, a magician.”
One fan says “Just watching him conduct, play piano and trumpet draws you in, captivates you. He turns a non-jazz person into an enthusiast in a single concert.”
Joined by his stellar lineup of musicians, Singleton and his Beehive Jazz Orchestra are a true crowd favorite that will make you want to get on your feet and dance. Their powerhouse arrangements will blend standards and popular hits, celebrating the music of yesterday and tomorrow. Don’t miss this incredible night of music at our grand Charleston Jazz Festival finale at Firefly Distillery.

Charlton Singleton – Trumpet/Vocal
Robert Lewis – Alto Sax
Mark Sterbank – Tenor Sax
Jonnie Hernandez – Bari Sax
Dr. Matt White – Trumpet
Kyle Lane – Trumpet
Dr. Mitch Butler – Trombone
Lee Barbour – Guitar
Demetrius Doctor – Piano
Kevin Hamilton – Bass
Dr. Colleen Clark – Drums

FOOD TRUCK: Lola’s Lumpia – Serving up delicious filipino comfort food, this food truck is a Charleston favorite. Check out their website here.
NOTE: This is an outdoor concert. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on.

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Partners:

Watch this clip of Charlton Singleton and the Beehive Orchestra!
Firefly Distillery
4201 Spruill Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
fireflydistillery.com

Parking:
Parking lot on site.

Seating:
Concerts take place in a 4 acre field. Bring a blanket to sit on.

Jazz Family Day
2023-04-30 14:30 - 18:00 | Hanahan Amphitheater, 3100 Mabeline Rd, Hanahan, SC, 29410, United States
Jazz Family Day
NOTE NEW LOCATION:
Charleston County School of the Arts:
5109 W Enterprise St B, North Charleston, SC 29405

Join us for Jazz Family Day on April 30th from 2:30pm-6pm. Enjoy live music by area high school ensembles, food trucks (Sombrero Wok and Kona Ice), vendors and more! Featured bands include: Berkley All-County Jazz Band, Charleston Jazz Academy Combos, Lucy Beckham High School, Cane Bay High School, Wando High School, School of the Arts, and Charleston All-Star Jazz Band.

This event is free and open to the public.

Jazz Family Day Schedule:
Charleston Jazz Academy Monday Combo: 2:10pm – 2:25pm
Berkeley All-County Jazz Band: 2:30pm – 2:55pm
Lucy Beckham High School: 3:00pm – 3:25pm
Cane Bay High School: 3:30pm – 3:55pm
Charleston Jazz Academy Girls Combo and Combo 1: 4:00pm – 4:25pm
Wando Hight School: 4:30pm – 4:55pm
School of the Arts: 5:00pm – 5:25pm
Charleston All-Star Jazz Band: 5:30pm – 5:55pm

North Charleston Arts Fest Exhibition Encore
2023-05-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Charleston Area Convention Center, Exhibit Hall C, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC, 29418, United States
This event serves as a closing celebration for the North Charleston Arts Fest’s many visual art competitions and exhibitions. In addition to admiring the vast array of artwork on display, patrons can enjoy a live painting demo by local artist Jirah Perkins, along with musical entertainment by students from Charleston Jazz Academy.

2pm – Charleston Jazz Academy Thursday Night Combo led by McCarthy Fitch
2:40pm – Charleston Jazz Academy Monday Night Combo led by Gavin Smith
3:35pm – Charleston Jazz Academy Wednesday Night Advanced Combo led by Jordan Boardman
4:20pm – Charleston Jazz Academy All-Girls Combo led by Nolan Tecklenburg

This event is free and open to the public.

This event is presented as a component of the 2023 North Charleston Arts Fest.

SUMMER SAMBA - Charleston Jazz Orchestra + Special Guests
2023-05-13 17:00 - 18:30, 2023-05-13 20:00 - 21:30 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
Escape the ordinary and enter the vibrant world of Brazilian jazz! Electrifying and enthralling arrangements will put a little Samba in your step as warm Portuguese lyrics waft through the air, accented by the subtle drama of Bossa Nova. You’ll feel like you’re walking the streets of Ipanema or sipping a Caipirinha at the Copacabana as South American culture collides with your favorite Big Band! Special Guest artists: Heather Rice, Alva Anderson and Duda Lucena.

Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)

Songs Include:
So Danco Samba
No More Blues
Like a Samba
Just For Now
Waters of March
Mas Que Nada
Corentezza
Girl From Ipanema
Agua De Beber
Ceora
The Dolphin
For No One
A Felicidade
DUDA LUCENA

Inspired by his father’s guitar serenades, Brazilian guitarist Duda Lucena composed his first song at the age of 12. Known for his unique blend of jazz, classical, and Brazilian music, Lucena has released several albums and has performed at major festivals and venues around the world. Notable appearances include performances with the Charleston Symphony Orchestra, Charleston Jazz Orchestra, XM Sirius’ Real Jazz Show and the Charleston Jazz Festival.

HEATHER RICE
Heather Rice is a Charleston based artist known for her powerful voice and intelligent songwriting. She is an opener for Joan Osborne, Sheryl Crow, and Lady Antebellum. She co-wrote “Like Make Believe” for Hootie and the Blowfish artist, Mark Bryan and was a featured performer in the Las Vegas smash hit and drama desk award winning show, Toxic Audio. Heather Rice heads Red Lion Recording her indie record label where she releases her original music. ALVA ANDERSON

Alva Anderson is a jazz performer hailing from the Bronx, NY. Known for her soulful and dynamic performances, Anderson has been a fixture in the local jazz scene, with regular appearances at Forte Jazz Lounge. Her rich, conversational vocal style has earned her a devoted following. Anderson has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in jazz including: Carmen MacRea, Dizzy Gillespie, Barry Harris, Tito Puente and more.

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

Charleston Jazz Academy Combo: Spoleto Opening Ceremony
2023-05-26 12:00 - 12:40 | Festival Hall, 56 Beaufain Street, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
NOTE VENUE CHANGE: Festival Hall
At high noon opening day, the Charleston community will gather at Festival Hall to welcome the 47th season of Spoleto Festival USA. This beloved tradition opens with the National Anthem, performed in 2023 by Nicole Heaston, who appears in the title role of Vanessa. Following remarks from the Chair of the Board Alicia Gregory, Spoleto General Director & CEO Mena Mark Hanna, and Mayor John Tecklenburg, the ceremony invites the City to join in as Spoleto fills Charleston’s venues for 17 days of world-class performing arts, all showered in confetti.

The ceremony concludes with special performances from the Charleston Jazz Academy Advanced Student Combo performing Abdullah Ibrahim‘s Jabula, and Ingoma Nshya, the Women Drummers of Rwanda, featured in The Book of Life.

Free – Open To The Public

TEMPLATE - Performance Name
2023-06-07 00:00 | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
They are the voices of hope. They are pioneers of melody, lyrics, and rhythm. They are courageous ambassadors of an American art form. They are the Queens of Jazz! Grammy-Award-winning vocalist Quiana Parler will lend her voice of liquid gold to the Charleston Jazz Orchestra for an unforgettable journey through the greatest female jazz stars. From Ella Fitzgerald to Nina Simone, Sarah Vaughn, and more, the Lowcountry’s own superstar paired with a world-class big band is an evening you won’t want to miss!

Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)

This performance is made possible by John and Elizabeth Hogue, South Arts and The National Endowment for the Arts. 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. 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.

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 Workshop: Abdullah Ibrahim
2023-06-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Charleston Jazz Academy, 3005 West Montague Avenue, Suite 200, North Charleston, SC, 29418, United States
Join us at Fox Music House for an inspirational morning with renowned jazz artist Abdullah Ibrahim who will offer instruction and inspiration to students of all levels, and share details of his distinctive pianism, the elements that have influenced it, and his music’s rich history.
Abdullah Ibrahim, South Africa’s most distinguished pianist, was born in Cape Town. The young “Dollar Brand,” as he became known early on, was exposed to American jazz, township jive, Cape Malay music, and classical music. Out of this blend of the secular and the religious, the traditional and the modern, he developed his distinctive style and musical vocabulary. In 1963, Duke Ellington heard his band play, which led to a recording session in Paris: Duke Ellington presents the Dollar Brand Trio. Ibrahim’s music was inseparable from the anti-apartheid movement in his native country; his 1974 recording, “Mannenberg –‘Is where it’s happening’” was an unofficial national anthem for Black South Africans. At 88, he is a National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master and among the great statesmen of culture. His groundbreaking ensemble is named Ekaya, the Zulu word for “Homeland.”
This program is presented in partnership with Spoleto Festival USA. Abdullah Ibrahim will perform during the Spoleto Festival USA on June 8th at 9pm at the Cistern Yard. For more information, please visit https://spoletousa.org/events/abdullah-ibrahim-and-ekaya
Free Event – Open To The Public
Fox Music House

4248 Dorchester Rd
North Charleston, SC 29405

Jazz Combo Camp Week 1
2023-06-12 09:00 - 2023-06-16 15:00 | SC
June 12-16 – 9am – 3pm – FULL
Traditional Swing/Big Band Era
June 26-30 – 9am – 3pm – LIMITED SPACE
Bebop/Cool Jazz
July 10-14 – 9am – 3pm – LIMITED SPACE
Contemporary/Groove Jazz
July 17-21 – 9am – 3pm – LIMITED SPACE
Latin/Afro-Cuban Jazz with Steel Drums

Jazz Combo Camp is a 5-day camp for students in grades 7-12 interested in learning improvisational skills by playing in a jazz combo with similarly skilled peers. The workshop consists of daily two-hour combo sessions, basic jazz theory classes, and one evening concert. Additionally, each student receives one additional 45-minute private or small-group (sectional) instructional session focused on her/his instrument.
Designed for students who can read music and want to advance their playing and improvisational skills. The standard jazz combo consists of piano, bass, guitar, drums and one or two “horns” (sax, trumpet, trombone, etc.) but there are no restrictions on what instruments may participate. Workshop participants can play saxophone, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, flute, vibes, guitar, bass, piano, voice, and drums.
The Jazz Girls Combo is a program within the camp to provide a supportive and fun musical environment for girls interested in learning more about jazz.

Guest Instructors:
Week 1:
Emilio Terranova – Director of Jazz Ensembles, Coastal Carolina University
Marissa Terranova – Adjunct instructor of trumpet, Coastal Carolina University

Week 2:
Robert Lewis – Director of Jazz Studies, College of Charleston
Matthew White – Director of Jazz Studies, University of South Carolina
Emilio Terranova – Director of Jazz Ensembles, Coastal Carolina University
Marissa Terranova – Adjunct instructor of trumpet, Coastal Carolina University

Week 3:
Colleen Clark – Assistant professor of Jazz Studies, University of South Carolina
Demetrius Doctor – Pianist, leader of the contemporary jazz group “Momentum”

Week 4:
Alva Anderson – Vocalist, Board Chair, Charleston Jazz
Dan Moretti – Professor of Jazz Studies, Berklee College of Music
Gino Castillo – Afro-Cuban percussionist and bandleader

Cost:
$230 per week. 10% discount for current Charleston Jazz Academy students
$100 due upon registration. Balance due June 1. Extended Day and limited scholarships are available. Please contact jan@charlestonjazz.com for more information. Location:
Charleston Jazz Academy
3005 West Montague Avenue, Suite 200
North Charleston, SC 29418 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.

Art of Jazz: Abdiel Iriarte Experiment
2023-06-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, 29401, United States
The Art of Jazz Series is one of Charleston Jazz’s most popular annual programs presented in partnership with the Gibbes Museum of Art. Celebrated local musicians compose original works inspired by the art on display at the museum. This program is made possible by the generous support of Monster Music & Movies.

The Abdiel Iriarte Experiment will headline the Art of Jazz Series on Wednesday, June 21st. Iriarte is a talented Venezuelan pianist who resides in Charleston, South Carolina. Known for his captivating performances and fiery Latin and Afro-Cuban style, Iriarte has composed a series of original songs inspired by the works of Damian Stamer, a cutting-edge artist who leverages the power of AI technology in his pieces. Iriarte’s passionate performance combined with Stamer’s unparalleled creations will provide audiences with a once-in-a-lifetime, immersive experience.

About The Musicians
Abdiel Iriarte
Abdiel leads a hard-driving trio that combines the sound of Afro-Venezuelan-Cuban rhythms with a taste of modern jazz. Originally from Valencia, Venezuela, Abdiel Iriarte now calls Charleston home. Through original compositions and creative sound design with keyboards and various electronic instruments, Iriarte and his group bring lots of ‘fire and passion’ to the Art of Jazz series! Timothy Khayat
Born in Grenoble, France, Khayat now calls Charleston home and is known as one of the leading bassists in the Lowcountry. Timothy studied jazz at the College of Charleston and music technology and production at Coastal Carolina University. He also serves as music director for Coastal Community Church in Charleston. Gabriel Fuenmayor
Born and raised in Valencia, Venezuela, Gabriel Fuenmayor is in high demand as a session drummer for recordings. He has performed with with artists such as Pedro Eustache, Pablo Gil, Juan Cristobal Moreno, Carmelo Medina, Road Jazz Band and more. He is signed to the prestigious Bosphorus Cymbals as well as Joyful Noise Drum Co.
About The Artist
Damian Stamer
The Ruminations exhibit at the Gibbes Museum is a captivating display of his artistic talent and vision. The exhibit features a collection of his paintings that explore the relationship between nature and human intervention. In his Collaborations series, Stamer collaborated with cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) technology. “Ruminations presents new oil paintings that depict the passage of time in the rural South. Stamer seeks to capture the impermanence of life by returning to his childhood landscape – fields littered with crumbling barns and abandoned buildings. “His heavily layered surfaces blur the line between abstraction and representation as they seek to express the solemn beauty of the old and overlooked. Stamer’s work considers the intersection of past and present, and how new technologies and modes of expression influence traditional approaches to painting.”
– Gibbes Museum of Art Press Release PHOTO: Damian Stamer Collaboration 1: My photographic memory of the inside of an abandoned old rural house in North Carolina filled with junk, low angle, hoarder Renaissance blue drapery Vermeer mildew white wall rusty metal cans living room, 2023 oil on panel 72x 95 inches DS 216. Image used by permission. PHOTO: Damian Stamer Collaboration 2: My photographic memory of the living room of an abandoned rural North Carolina house filled with junk. Objects littered on the floor. Dirty blue renaissance fabric, dramatic chiaroscuro lighting., 2023 oil on panel 72x 95 inches DS 217. Image used by permission.
About The Museum

The Gibbes Museum of Art is a must-visit destination for art lovers in Charleston, South Carolina. The museum boasts an impressive collection of American art, with a focus on Southern art and artists. Visitors can admire works by luminaries such as Henrietta Johnston, Edward Hopper, and William H. Johnson. In addition to its permanent collection, the museum hosts a variety of rotating exhibits, lectures, and events, providing plenty of opportunities to learn and engage with the art world. The building itself is a work of art, with a stunning Beaux-Arts façade and a modern interior that seamlessly blends old and new.

Jazz Combo Camp Week 2
2023-06-26 09:00 - 2023-06-30 15:00 | SC

Jazz Combo Camp Week 3
2023-07-10 09:00 - 2023-07-14 15:00 | SC
June 12-16 – 9am – 3pm – FULL
Traditional Swing/Big Band Era
June 26-30 – 9am – 3pm – FULL
Bebop/Cool Jazz
July 10-14 – 9am – 3pm – FULL
Contemporary/Groove Jazz
July 17-21 – 9am – 3pm – LIMITED SPACE
Latin/Afro-Cuban Jazz with Steel Drums

Jazz Combo Camp is a 5-day camp for students in grades 7-12 interested in learning improvisational skills by playing in a jazz combo with similarly skilled peers. The workshop consists of daily two-hour combo sessions, basic jazz theory classes, and one evening concert. Additionally, each student receives one additional 45-minute private or small-group (sectional) instructional session focused on her/his instrument.
Designed for students who can read music and want to advance their playing and improvisational skills. The standard jazz combo consists of piano, bass, guitar, drums and one or two “horns” (sax, trumpet, trombone, etc.) but there are no restrictions on what instruments may participate. Workshop participants can play saxophone, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, flute, vibes, guitar, bass, piano, voice, and drums.
The Jazz Girls Combo is a program within the camp to provide a supportive and fun musical environment for girls interested in learning more about jazz.

Guest Instructors:
Week 1:
Emilio Terranova – Director of Jazz Ensembles, Coastal Carolina University
Marissa Terranova – Adjunct instructor of trumpet, Coastal Carolina University

Week 2:
Robert Lewis – Director of Jazz Studies, College of Charleston
Matthew White – Director of Jazz Studies, University of South Carolina
Emilio Terranova – Director of Jazz Ensembles, Coastal Carolina University
Marissa Terranova – Adjunct instructor of trumpet, Coastal Carolina University

Week 3:
Colleen Clark – Assistant professor of Jazz Studies, University of South Carolina
Demetrius Doctor – Pianist, leader of the contemporary jazz group “Momentum”

Week 4:
Alva Anderson – Vocalist, Board Chair, Charleston Jazz
Dan Moretti – Professor of Jazz Studies, Berklee College of Music
Gino Castillo – Afro-Cuban percussionist and bandleader

Cost:
$230 per week. 10% discount for current Charleston Jazz Academy students
$100 due upon registration. Balance due June 1. Extended Day and limited scholarships are available. Please contact jan@charlestonjazz.com for more information. Location:
Charleston Jazz Academy
3005 West Montague Avenue, Suite 200
North Charleston, SC 29418 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.
