The NFA's 53rd Annual Convention - Beloved Community Gala
Aug
7
8:00 PM20:00

The NFA's 53rd Annual Convention - Beloved Community Gala

  • Atlanta Hayatt Regency - Centennial Ballroom (map)
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The Beloved Community Gala Concert celebrates the flute in all its facets—spanning modern, folk, jazz, rock, and beyond. Featuring a dynamic lineup of artists including Philippe Barnes, Burak Besir, Tadeu Coelho, Valerie Coleman, Tilmann Dehnhard, Robert Dick, Melissa Keeling, Ramakrishnan Kumaran, Daniel Pardo, and Matthias Ziegler.

Karma - Burak Besir (b. 1976). NFA Premiere

Burak Besir, Turkish ney flute and flute

Sezin Ahmet Türkmenoglu, bass

Nery Kim, piano

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The NFA's 53rd Annual Convention - Traveling the World
Aug
8
4:30 PM16:30

The NFA's 53rd Annual Convention - Traveling the World

  • Atlanta Hayatt Regency - International Ballroom (map)
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EthnoFlution Burak Besir (b. 1976) - Andante. Allegro Moderato. Commissioned by Berklee College of Music faculty and dedicated to Prof. Wendy Rolfe

Patara—The Cradle of Civilization. Besir. World Premiere

Serene - Besir. NFA Premiere.

Celestial Revelry, aka To Battle My Lordship - Besir. NFA Premiere.

Shadow Dream- Besir. NFA Premiere.

Burak Besir World Music Ensemble

Burak Besir, flutes

Nery Kim, piano

Sezin Ahmet Turkoglu, bass guitar

James Waterman, percussion drum set

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Alone Together: Keys and Conversation with Nery Kim
Oct
5
6:00 PM18:00

Alone Together: Keys and Conversation with Nery Kim

Experience the magic of solo jazz piano in an up-close and personal setting. Alone Together: Keys and Conversation is a new concert series showcasing the Southeast’s most accomplished jazz pianists—award-winning, hall of fame, and globe-trotting artists from Charleston, Savannah, Greenville and the Midlands.

Each performance blends masterful playing with personal storytelling—offering insight into the music, the moment, and the musician.

Enjoy complimentary beverages and light snacks in an evening of soul-stirring jazz and conversation.

2025 Artist Lineup:
Jonathan Lovett – August 3
Eric Jones – September 7
Nery Kim – October 5
Nick Vlandis – November 2


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L4 @ Fox's Lair
Jul
17
8:00 PM20:00

L4 @ Fox's Lair

Friday night plans? Handled.
L4 Jazz is pulling up to Fox’s Lair on July 18 for a night of deep grooves and good drinks.
Travis Shaw, Lamar Morgan, Nery Kim
with special guest Rob Foster on sax

8–11 PM • $10 cover
Come thru. Let the music do what it does.

Rob Foster - Sax

Nery Kim - Keys

Travis Shaw - Bass

Lamar Morgan - Drums

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Jazz Jam at Soul Bar
Jul
15
8:30 PM20:30

Jazz Jam at Soul Bar

The jam lives on! Join us for the L4 Jazz Jam on July 15th from 8:30-Until! Whether you’re here to groove or get on stage, come vibe with the band at Soul Bar!

Now every Third Tuesday of the month . So if you miss this one, don’t worry. We will be back!

#L4JazzJam #LiveJazz #SoulBarSessions #AugustaJazz

Nery Kim - Keys

Tavis Shaw - Bass

Lamar Morgan - Drums

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H. Wade Johnson and Pride Ensemble
Jul
12
7:30 PM19:30

H. Wade Johnson and Pride Ensemble

H. WADE JOHNSON, EDUCATOR, PERFORMER, MUSIC ARRANGER AND CLINICIAN is a native of McClellanville, South Carolina

He earned his Bachelor and Masters Degrees in Instrumental Music Education and Secondary Counseling at South Carolina State University in Orangeburg South Carolina, and a Masters Degree in Jazz Education, from Vander Cook College of Music in Chicago, Illinois. 

Professor H. Wade Johnson is currently the Director of Bands at Benedict College in Columbia , South Carolina and traveled Internationally performing with Fred Wesley, Maceo Parker and Pee Wee Ellis, better known as the original “JB’s” (James Brown Band) and with his own bands “USSENSE” and “PRIDE” Ensemble. 

H. Wade Johnson has also performed with the late “DIZZY” Gillespie (his musical idol) Wynton and Ellis Marsalis, Joe Sample, Max Roach, Kenny Burrell, Martha Reeves, Maxine Nightingale, The Spinners, The Temptations, The Hawkins Family, Dorinda Clark Cole and Marvin Sapp.

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L4 Jazz @ Metro
Jun
28
to Jun 29

L4 Jazz @ Metro

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Jazz at Metro is back!
L4 Jazz is posted on the iconic stage for The Corner Session— locking in and letting the music do what it does.
Come catch the set—
Saturday, June 28
9PM–12AM
Metro Coffee House & Pub | 1054 Broad St, Augusta

Just good tunes and even better company

Nery Kim - Keys

Travis Shaw - Bass

Lamar Morgan - Drums

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Ballad for Lena Mae
May
28
7:00 PM19:00

Ballad for Lena Mae

Wycliffe Gordon and Friends will present a concert of classical, jazz, and gospel music to celebrate life for all who have been touched or impacted by cancer. This concert, “Ballad for Lena Mae,” is the first of several events where attendees will have the opportunity to assist in supporting research through the giving of donations to the Georgia Cancer Center.

AU Students, faculty and staff FREE with valid JagCard

Public: $10

AU Alumni: $7

Seniors (60+): $7

Active and Retired Military: $7

Children (17 and under) and college students (with ID) FREE at the door

There will be opportunities to give to the Georgia Cancer Center at the performance.

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L4 Jazz @ Patridge Inn
May
23
7:00 PM19:00

L4 Jazz @ Patridge Inn

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Join L4 Jazz at The Partridge Inn for two special Friday nights — May 23 & May 30 from 7–10 PM!

Enjoy an evening of incredible live jazz, a great atmosphere, and powerful performances from some of Augusta’s finest.

Don’t miss it — mark your calendar and bring a friend!

#L4Jazz #LiveJazz #FridayNightJazz #AugustaGA #PartridgeInn

Nery Kim - Keys

Travis Shaw - Bass

Lamar Morgan - Drums

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L4 Jazz Jam @ Soul Bar
May
20
8:30 PM20:30

L4 Jazz Jam @ Soul Bar

Calling all music lovers and players — come hang with L4 Jazz at Soul Bar on May 20th from 8–10PM!

Bring your instrument or bring a friend — either way, it’s a night you don’t want to miss.

Free to attend | All levels welcome | Good music guaranteed
#L4Jazz #JazzJamAugusta #SoulBarLive #AugustaEvents #LiveJazzNight

Nery Kim - Keys

Travis Shaw - Bass

Lamar Morgan - Drums

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L4 @ Fox's Lair
May
9
8:00 PM20:00

L4 @ Fox's Lair

Join L4 Jazz at Fox's Lair on May 9th from 9PM–12AM for a live set featuring Travis Shaw, Lamar Morgan, and Nery Kim. Good drinks, great people, and a night full of music that moves.

Nery Kim - Keys

Travis Shaw - Bass

Lamar Morgan - Drums

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Jag Jam
Apr
19
5:30 PM17:30

Jag Jam

The Lyceum Series presents JAG JAM 2025 taking place at The Maxwell Theatre on the Summerville Campus of Augusta University on Saturday April 19th from 3pm-8pm.

A music and arts festival featuring 10 local bands performing inside, plus DJ’s and a live jazz stage outside under the portico, JAG JAM 2025 will also have an art component featuring local artists exhibiting their work or painting live. Food trucks will be in the circle in front of the theatre. Student organizations and local arts groups will have tables set up promoting allthe things they offer to the community. Celebrate the music and art scene of Augusta, Georgia on the beautiful campus of Augusta University at the Maxwell Theatre.

Bands performing include: AE THE COOL + ALTO PABLO + BRANDY DOUGLAS’ STELLA BLUE + ETHAN STALLINGS GROUP + FORCEGHOST + NEFERTITI + SHAUN PIAZZA BAND + STUCK IN THE BAR + TARA SCHEYER & THE MUD PUPPY BAND + WILL MCCRANIE & THE 706 + L4 JAZZ & FRIENDS.

Nery Kim - Keys

Travis Shaw - Bass

Lamar Morgan - Drums

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L4 Jazz @Patridge Inn
Apr
12
7:00 PM19:00

L4 Jazz @Patridge Inn

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Keep the Masters Week Vibes Going with Saturday Night Jazz!

Join us on April 12th from 7-10 PM at The Partridge Inn for another incredible evening of live jazz! Feel the rhythm, sip on handcrafted cocktails, and unwind

See you there! #MastersWeek #LiveJazz #SaturdayNightVibes

Kelton Timmerman - Sax

Nery Kim - Keys

Travis Shaw - Bass

Lamar Morgan - Drums

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L4 Jazz @Patridge Inn
Apr
11
7:00 PM19:00

L4 Jazz @Patridge Inn

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Join us for a Friday Night of Jazz During Masters Week!

As Augusta comes alive for THE week, treat yourself to some Friday Night Jazz at The Partridge Inn — April 11, from 7-10 PM.

Whether you’re winding down from the tournament or looking for a classy way to kick off the weekend, this is the place to be. Gather your friends, sip on handcrafted cocktails, and let the music take you away.

Reservations encouraged– bring your love for jazz and good company!

We can’t wait to see you there!

Nery Kim - Keys

Travis Shaw - Bass

Lamar Morgan - Drums

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