Jazz Day for Kids

Schedule

Tue Jan 21 2025 at 11:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Gaillard Center | Charleston, SC

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Experience the magic of jazz with Charleston Jazz and the Gaillard Center’s annual “Jazz Day for Kids” event! This dynamic educational program brings the vibrant world of jazz to life for students from Kindergarten through middle school. The concert will be hosted by the legendary Charlton Singleton, a two-time Grammy Award winner (Ranky Tanky) and Gaillard Center Artist-in-Residence Emeritus. Charlton’s charismatic presence and deep knowledge of jazz make this event an unforgettable experience for young audiences.
Jazz Day for Kids is a spectacular big band-style concert performed by the Charleston Jazz Express, under the expert direction of Robert Lewis, leader of the Charleston Jazz Orchestra and Director of Jazz Studies at the College of Charleston. This talented ensemble delivers an electrifying performance that showcases the rich heritage and diverse sounds of jazz music. Students will be enthralled by the lively rhythms and powerful improvisational solos that define this beloved genre. The concert is not just a feast for the ears; it’s an engaging educational journey that brings the history and culture of jazz to life while highlighting Charleston’s own contributions to the genre.
Through interactive elements and captivating storytelling, Charlton Singleton and the Charleston Jazz Express ensure that Jazz Day for Kids is both entertaining and enlightening. Students will learn about the roots of jazz, its evolution over the years, and its influence on other music styles. This program ignites a passion for music and creativity, inspiring the next generation of jazz enthusiasts. Join us for a day of fun, learning, and musical exploration that your students will remember for years to come!
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Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St,Charleston,SC,United States

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