GVL Jazz: Gwen Hughes- "Jazz of the Soul"

Welcome to Gvl Jazz: Gwen Hughes- "Jazz of the Soul"! Join us for an unforgettable evening of soulful jazz music with the talented Gwen Hughes. Get ready to be serenaded by her mesmerizing vocals and captivating performance.

Date: Tue May 13 2025

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Coffee Underground

Gwen Hughes, vocalist (Atlanta,GA)

https://www.continentalorchestra.com/gwen-hughes-jazz-of-the-soul/

Music has always been a bridge to the spirit.

This show is a bridge to that part in all of us that seeks something shining, something positive.

“Jazz of the Soul” showcases the joyful side of jazz and soul music – the original American music that evolved out of the “happy sadness” of the blues.

“What a Wonderful World,” made famous by Louis Armstrong, is one of the most beautiful benedictions there is. We include it in our performance…as well as other well-known songs of beauty, love and unity: “Beauty in the World,” Macy Gray; “Grandmas Hands,” Bill Withers; “Our Love Is Here to Stay” by Ella Fitzgerald; “Accentuate the Positive,” Johnny Mercer, among many others (and audience requests).

We also take a fun moment with well- known church hymns like “We Gather Together” and “Risen Today” to show how they can resonate in r&b/jazz settings.

Gwen Hughes sings soul and jazz music: “And I’d love to have you sing along. We shine brighter together.”

Let’s make some music. Let’s build a bridge.

Host or Publisher Greenville Jazz Collective