Jazz Night @ Augusta Cigar Club
Sep
12
8:00 PM20:00

Jazz Night @ Augusta Cigar Club

4 Jazz is back at Augusta Cigar Club Friday with a very special guest

Augusta’s own R&B powerhouse AE the Cool will be joining us for a night of smooth grooves, soulful jazz vocals, and that signature L4 energy.
Plus a few favorites from Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Stevie Wonder and more!

Pull up, grab a drink, light a cigar, and let’s make this a night to remember.

Augusta Cigar Club
Friday, Sept 12 | 8PM

AE the Cool - Vocal

Nery Kim - Keys

Bard Cannata - Bass

Lamar Morgan - Drums

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Savannah Jazz Festival - JOCELYN GOULD WITH THE USC LEFT BANK BIG BAND
Sep
19
6:50 PM18:50

Savannah Jazz Festival - JOCELYN GOULD WITH THE USC LEFT BANK BIG BAND

2021 JUNO Award winner, Jocelyn Gould, has been called “a leader in the next generation of great mainstream jazz guitarists” by Howard Paul, CEO of Benedetto Guitars.  Her joyful sound has been influenced by jazz guitar greats Wes Montgomery, Grant Green, Joe Paa, and Kenny Burrell, among others.  Jocelyn has recorded and performed internationally with GRAMMY-nominated vocalist Freddy Cole, JUNO-winning trumpeter and vocalist Bria Skonberg, Michael Dease, Etienne Charles, Randy Napoleon, and Diego Rivera.  Her debut album, “Elegant Traveler”, won the 2021 JUNO Award for Jazz Album of the Year.

The Left Bank Big Band, under the direction of Dr. Matthew White, is the premiere ensemble of the University of South Carolina Jazz Studies Program. Performing a variety of musical styles that represents the rich and varied history of big band performance and improvised music, they have recently performed with Michael Dease, Mimi Jones, and various other jazz luminaries.  In Summer 2025, the ensemble will tour Europe with invitations to perform at the Vienne (France), Montreux (Switzerland), and Umbria (Italy) jazz festivals.

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Music at the Morris: Wycliffe Gordon and Friends
Sep
21
3:30 PM15:30

Music at the Morris: Wycliffe Gordon and Friends

  • SRP Auditorium at the Morris Museum (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This renowned music legend, who has performed with everyone from Dizzy Gillespie to Ricky Skaggs, will play jazz standards at the Morris. Gordon is an American jazz trombonist, arranger, composer, band leader, and music educator at the collegiate-conservatory level. FREE. Funded by the Cleon W. Mauldin Foundation. 

Wycliffe Gordon - Trombone

Nery Kim - Piano

Sam Edwards - Bass

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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

Tickets

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


Location:
ColaJazz Office: The Space
2123 College Street, Columbia, SC 29205

Seating is extremely limited. Expect to be entertained, inspired, and deeply moved.

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An Evening of Dinner & Soul Grooves with H. Wade Johnson & Pride Ensemble
Oct
18
8:00 PM20:00

An Evening of Dinner & Soul Grooves with H. Wade Johnson & Pride Ensemble

Spend the evening with H. Wade Johnson & Pride Ensemble as they take you back in time with the soulful songs of yesteryear. Your experience includes a chef-curated dish from our Signature Selections menu, reserved seating, and a night of unforgettable music.

This is one of the most entertaining bands you will encounter. Their goal is simple—to ensure a good time is had by all—and they never disappoint. Expect to sing and sway to feel-good classics by Bobby Brown, Earth, Wind and Fire, The Gap Band, Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard, Stevie Wonder, and more, delivered as only H. Wade Johnson & Pride Ensemble can.

One ticket. Dinner, music, and an unforgettable night you won’t want to miss.

When enjoyed separately, this experience typically exceeds $90. We've thoughtfully bundled it to offer the same elegance and excellence for just $79, plus tax and fees.

DOORS & ARRIVAL TIME
Doors open at 6:30 PM. We recommend arriving early for the best parking and to settle in before your curated Experience begins.

DRESS CODE & GUEST ETIQUETTE
At Chayz Lounge, we curate an ambiance of elegance and class, where sophistication is both expected and celebrated. As part of our signature style, guests are required to dress in a manner that complements our upscale setting.

IMPORTANT DETAILS
We want your visit to be seamless and worry-free. To help make that possible, please review the details below along with our guidelines under the “PLAN YOUR VISIT” tab at ChayzLounge.com.

MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE​
To preserve the refined and intimate atmosphere of Chayz Lounge, we can only accommodate parties of up to 4 guests for our ticketed Experiences. Guests who bypass this limit will be seated separately or at shared tables with other guests.

If your party exceeds 4 guests, please email us in advance at Info@ChayzLounge.com to explore possible accommodations.

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Bday Bash @ Fox's Lair
Sep
6
8:00 PM20:00

Bday Bash @ Fox's Lair

Come out and celebrate the birthday of our illustrious pianist Nery Kim!
Joined by an incredible lineup of friends – Keith Petersen, Brad Cannata, Lamar Morgan, and Christian Thornton – for a night of music you won’t want to miss.

Fox’s Lair
Friday, September 6
8 PM

Bring your energy, your love for live music, and let’s make this birthday bash one to remember!

Nery Kim - Keys

Keith Petersen - Guitar

Brad Cannata - Bass

Lamar Morgan - Drums

Christian Thornton - Drums

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Music at the Morris: Dennis DiSano
Aug
31
2:00 PM14:00

Music at the Morris: Dennis DiSano

  • SRP Auditorium at the Morris Museum (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This trumpet player and vocalist, who has performed with Tony Bennett, Natalie Cole, and Diana Ross among others, will be accompanied by pianist Nery Kim and bassist Sam Edward for a concert of jazz, R & B, and funk classics. FREE. Funded by the Cleon W. Mauldin Foundation. 

Dennis DiSano - Trumpet

Nery Kim - Piano

Sam Edwards - Bass

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L4 Jazz @ Partridge Inn
Aug
22
7:00 PM19:00

L4 Jazz @ Partridge Inn

Friday Night Jazz is back at The Partridge Inn! Join us for an evening of live music featuring Nery Kim, Zee Slaughter, and Kris Phelps.

Friday, August 22, 2025
7–10 PM
2110 Walton Way, Augusta, GA

L4 Jazz is bringing the energy, the groove, and the family vibes—you just bring yourself. See you there!

Nery Kim - Keys

Zee Slaughter - Bass

Kris Phelps - Drums

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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)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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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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)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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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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

  • Metro pub and Coffee House (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

  • Patridge Inn Curio Collection by Hilton (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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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