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Investing in your child’s music education is one of the most impactful decisions you can make—and what better time to start than this summer? At CJA’s Summer Combo Camp, young musicians will have [...]

Charleston has long been a cultural crossroads where music, history, and tradition converge in unique and powerful ways. One exciting recent expression of this is The Gullah Suite. Presented by [...]

April is Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM)—a time to honor the rich legacy and vibrant future of jazz music. Established by the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in 2001, JAM celebrates [...]

Discover the powerful origins of jazz this Black History Month. Explore how the Jenkins Orphanage Band of Charleston shaped early jazz, blending African rhythms and Gullah culture to influence a [...]

Building on the rich tradition of "O Tannenbaum," composer and jazz musician Gordon (Dick) Goodwin has created a dynamic and innovative adaptation that transforms this classic into an exciting [...]

We are pleased to announce that local music legend George Kenny will be honored with the 2024 Tip of the Hat Award at this year’s Charleston Jazz Gala. The prestigious award, named after [...]