The SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble, South Carolina’s premier jazz big band, will kick off its new season on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Harbison Theatre with “The Birthday Concert,” featuring internationally renowned jazz organist Mike LeDonne.
Following the October 26 concert, this season features the ensemble in Swingin’ Holidays, Dec. 8, 2024; Jazz is for Lovers, Feb. 15, 2025; An Evening with Cyrille Aimée, April 12, 2025; and Season Finale Virtuoso Trumpet Star Sean Jones, June 14, 2025. The SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble, under the musical direction of Dr. Robert Gardiner, features some of the most prominent and outstanding jazz musicians, soloists, and bandleaders from across the Carolinas.
“Mike LeDonne is one of the finest jazz pianists and organists in the world,” said Robert Gardiner, Executive Director of the SC Jazz Foundation. “We’re glad to be working with such talented guest artists, and I think each concert will have something that everyone can enjoy,” Gardiner said.
Tickets for each of the five concerts are on sale now, priced from $25 - $65 depending on show and seating section. Patrons may purchase a season subscription by visiting www.SCJazz.org through October 1 for guaranteed seats to each concert.