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

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

Jazz Night at Augusta Cigar Club
A good cigar, a pour of something smooth, and live jazz to top off your night.
Join L4 Jazz at Augusta Cigar Club for a night of music and atmosphere.
Cover Free. Grown folks energy only. See you there.
Nery Kim - Keys
Travis Shaw - Bass
Lamar Morgan - Drums

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



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

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

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.

L4 @ Tribeca
Come hang with us for good music, good people, and a chill night out
Kick off your First Friday with L4 Jazz — live at 7PM, July 4th at Tribeca Lounge.
Nery Kim - Keys
Travis Shaw - Bass
Christian Thorton - Drums

L4 Jazz @ Metro
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






L4 Jazz at Tribeca Lounge
Catch Nery Kim, Travis Shaw, and Lamar Morgan live at Tribeca lounge for another intimate night with some of Augusta’s finest musicians.
968 Broad St, Augusta, GA
$10 entry | 06.07.2025 | 10:00 PM



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.

L4 Jazz @ Patridge Inn
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

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

The House of Soul
Nery Kim - Keys
Keith Petersen - Guitar
Travis Shaw - Bass
Christopher Nielson - Drums


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



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

Wycliffe Gordon Jazz Quintet
Wycliffe Gordon - Trombone
Wade Johnson - Trumpet
Nery Kim - Piano
Travis Shaw - Bass
Lamar Morgan - Drums

L4 Jazz @Patridge Inn
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

L4 Jazz @Patridge Inn
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