Charleston Jazz Festival | Al Di Meola Acoustic Quartet
Schedule
Fri Apr 17 2026 at 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Simons Center Recital Hall | Charleston, SC
Jazz guitar fusion legend Al Di Meola returns with his acoustic band and the program “The Guitarchitect,” a refined concert experience that unites five decades of music, sweeping multimedia visuals, and the stories that shaped a lifetime of artistry. This tour is a celebration of legacy, innovation, and the evolution of the Di Meola sound — performed with the unmistakable precision and passion that have defined his world-renowned career.
Joined by acclaimed guitarist Peo Alfonsi, percussionist Sergio Martinez, and tabla virtuoso Amit Kavthekar, this ensemble blends intricate acoustic guitar interplay with pulsating Latin and Indian-inspired rhythms.
Join us for an evening that honors the past, embraces the present, and looks toward the future.
Al Di Meola – Acoustic Guitar
Peo Alfonsi – Acoustic Guitar
Sergio Martinez – Percussion
Amit Kavthekar- Tablas
The Al Di Meola VIP Package*
6PM
Enjoy an intimate pre show experience with Al Di Meola!
The VIP package includes:
1) View Al Di Meola’s soundcheck with access to sit in the first five rows of seating during the soundcheck. Video recording is not permitted. Cameras are permissible (no flash please), thus giving a chance for never before, and never again footage of the intimate time which Al spends preparing in order to provide the audience in each and every city with a polished and fantastic performance.
2) Following the soundcheck, you will meet Al Di Meola and he will sign up to two pieces of your favorite memorabilia should you wish to bring any items. In addition an Al Di Meola CD or photo will be provided which will be signed in person. During that time you will be able to personally chat with Al.
3) Al Di Meola’s tour representative will capture the moment on your own phone or camera while you pose with Al for a photo
4) Priority access to merchandise booth prior to doors opening to the general public (where applicable)
*Meet & Greet is separate from show ticket purchase and does not include a ticket to the show.
About Al Di Meola-
Al Di Meola is a legendary guitarist whose celebrated four-decade career has earned him critical acclaim, three gold albums, and over six million records sold worldwide. A pioneer in the fusion of jazz and world music, he’s known for his virtuosic technique, sophisticated melodies, and adventurous rhythm — showcased across more than 20 solo albums and countless collaborations.
He first rose to fame with Chick Corea’s Return to Forever before launching a groundbreaking solo career with albums like Elegant Gypsy and Casino. His influential acoustic projects with John McLaughlin and Paco de Lucía, including the iconic Friday Night in San Francisco, cemented his status as a global guitar icon.
From his World Sinfonia explorations to inspired tributes like All Your Life (The Beatles) and Across the Universe, Di Meola continues to push musical boundaries — blending jazz, flamenco, tango, and global traditions with passion, precision, and unmistakable artistry.
Where is it happening?
Simons Center Recital Hall, 54 Saint Philip St,Charleston, South Carolina, United States
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