Local trumpeter, Mark Rouse, runs a fun, funky jazz group called Weatherproof. Don't miss an incredible performance featuring one of the greatest jazz musicians of all time, Wycliffe Gordon, with our local jazz stars!

ABOUT WYCLIFFE GORDON

Veteran member of the Wynton Marsalis Septet, 1989-1995
Original member of Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, 1995-2000
Renowned Musician, Composer, Conductor, Arranger
Featured guest artist on Billy Taylor’s “Jazz at the Kennedy Center” Series
Arrangement of the theme song to NPR’s “All Things Considered” is heard daily across the globe.
“Jazz a la Carte” was named one of the five best moments in jazz by the Wall Street Journal.
Performance experience includes work with David Sanborn, Wynton Marsalis, Paul Simon, Natalie Merchant, Rene Marie, Dianne Reeves, Anat Cohen, Ricky Skaggs, Arturo Sandoval, Doc Severinsen, Dizzy Gillespie, Lionel Hampton, Tommy Flanagan, Shirley Horn, Joe Henderson, Eric Reed, Randy Sandke and Branford Marsalis, to name a few.Compositions performed by the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, Wycliffe Gordon and Friends, the Brass Band of Battle Creek and numerous other ensembles, and performed in programs throughout the U.S. and abroad.
Wycliffe Gordon is a Yamaha Performing Artist and has his own line of Wycliffe Gordon Pro Signature Mouthpieces by Pickett Brass.

EVENT DETAILS

- $24.90 for ColaJazz Members, $30 for non-members, $15 for students
- Wine, beer, sodas and waters included
- Light food included by Carolina Charm Charcuterie
- Limited seating capacity to ensure the best experience
- Concerts begin at 7pm ending at 9pm, 15-minute intermission at 8pm

ABOUT THE COLAJAZZ LOFT SESSIONS

Experience Columbia's premier listening room for jazz enthusiasts and folks who are hip, cool and curious. Nestled in a stylish loft overlooking Main Street, this unique venue combines sophisticated ambiance with a soulful atmosphere, making it the perfect spot for an unforgettable night out. Each month, we feature a diverse lineup of talented artists, making every session fresh and exciting.

Your ticket includes light bites and adult beverages. With limited seating, every performance guarantees an intimate setting where you can truly appreciate the artistry on display. Join us at the ColaJazz Loft Sessions for a taste of New York City's jazz scene right in the heart of Columbia, SC—where every note tells a story and every concert is a celebration of music and community.

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