BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Find Local//findlocal.community//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:19700308T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:19701101T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:7760ecbd-accf-4080-9d84-37f096a39d41@findlocal.community DTSTAMP:20261026T224415Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270417T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270417T220000 SUMMARY:African Skies: Richard Bona with the Charleston Jazz Orchestra DESCRIPTION:At Charleston Music Hall. [vc_row el_class=”hide”][vc_column] [vc_empty_space height=”24px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1785180159 605{margin-bottom: 0px!important\;}”] PURCHASE TICKETS Show times: 5PM + 8PM Venue: Charleston Music Hall Ticket Prices: Adult $30-$78 Senior/mil itary: $25-$72 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”24px”][/vc_colum n][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=” 2/3″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”” css=”.vc_custom_1789482248439{ma rgin-bottom: 0px!important\;}”] Season Subscriptions available for purch ase on October 13 To purchase by phone\, call the Box Office (Mon-Fri\, 10AM-5PM): (843) 641-0011 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner column_padding=”0″][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_btn title=”Purchase 5PM Season Subscription (save 20%)” style=”custom” custom_background=”# A53360″ custom_text=”#FFFFFF” align=”center” css=”” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etix.com%2Fticket%2Fk%2F13074004%2F2027-5pm- season-package-charleston-charleston-jazz-charleston-music-hall|target:_ blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_btn title=”Pur chase 8PM Season Subscription (save 20%)” style=”custom” custom_backgrou nd=”#A53360″ custom_text=”#FFFFFF” align=”center” css=”” button_block=”t rue” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etix.com%2Fticket%2Fk%2F23221501%2F2027 -8pm-season-package-charleston-charleston-jazz-charleston-music-hall|tar get:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_btn title =”Purchase a Flex Pass (save 10%)” style=”custom” custom_background=”#0A 446A” custom_text=”#FFFFFF” align=”center” css=”” button_block=”true” li nk=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etix.com%2Fticket%2Fk%2F23630202%2F2027-flex-s eason-pick-25-shows-charleston-charleston-jazz-charleston-music-hall|tar get:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][/vc_column ][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_colu mn_text css=”.vc_custom_1786640528666{margin-bottom: 0px!important\;}”] African Skies: Richard Bona with the Charleston Jazz Orchestra Music wit hout borders. Grammy Award-winning bassist\, vocalist\, and composer Ric hard Bona brings his singular voice to the Charleston Jazz Festival — bl ending jazz\, African tradition\, and global imagination into an experie nce unlike anything else. A collaborator of Herbie Hancock\, Quincy Jone s\, Stevie Wonder\, and Sting\, Bona commands the stage with extraordina ry virtuosity and infectious energy. One night only with the Charleston Jazz Orchestra. Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)[/vc_column_text ][vc_empty_space][vc_separator css=””][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_ column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”23299″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″ ][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1785328889448{margin-bottom: 0px!import ant\;}”] About Richard Bona: Grammy-winning bassist\, composer\, and mul ti-instrumentalist Richard Bona is internationally celebrated for blendi ng jazz with the rich musical traditions of his native Africa. Throughou t his career\, he has collaborated with legendary artists including Herb ie Hancock\, Chick Corea\, Sting\, Pat Metheny\, Quincy Jones\, and Stev ie Wonder. In addition to performing and recording worldwide\, Bona is a dedicated educator\, mentor\, TED speaker\, and advocate for ethical mu sic industry practices. Constantly exploring new musical styles\, he con tinues to captivate audiences with innovative projects spanning Afrobeat s\, Afropop\, Latin\, and jazz. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_ row_inner][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width= ”1/2″][vc_empty_space height=”24px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][ vc_empty_space height=”24px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc _tta_accordion style=”flat” shape=”square” active_section=”1″][vc_tta_se ction title=”The Experience” tab_id=”1687923810144-42574a89-d6c9″][vc_co lumn_text css=”.vc_custom_1691007354390{margin-bottom: 0px!important\;}” ] Often hailed as one of the top things to do in Charleston\, SC\, atten ding a Charleston Jazz Orchestra concert is an unforgettable experience. If you are new to the jazz genre and big band style\, take a risk and s urprise yourself. Our director Robert Lewis will guide you through the n uances and significance of each piece\, sharing stories behind the songs and composers. Many arrangements have been specially created by our own orchestra members and can’t be heard anywhere else in the world. You ca n get a taste of past performances on our YouTube channel here. When you step through the doors of the Charleston Music Hall you are stepping ba ck in time into a circa 1849 train station\, historically known as the T ower Depot. You will hear the iconic sounds of jazz wafting through the lobby\, reminiscent of the city’s rich jazz history. Stop by one of the lobby bars on the lower or upper lever to purchase snacks\, beer\, wine or soft drinks to bring with you into the theatre. Our friendly ushers w ill greet you and assist you in finding your way to your seats – there’s not a bad seat in the house! Our audience is diverse and you will see p atrons of all ages and walks of life\, including couples\, singles\, stu dents\, families\, and groups of friends – jazz has never met a stranger and all are welcome. Many of our guests are tourists visiting Charlesto n\, and some of our regular attendees have been coming to concerts since the beginning of the organization. We hope that you will become one of our “regulars” as well by joining the Charleston Jazz family by becoming a Season Subscriber\, Member\, Sponsor\, Donor\, Student or Advertiser. There is a place for YOU at Charleston Jazz. I have been a season ticke t holder since the inception of Charleston Jazz Orchestra for many wonde rful reasons. The caliber of performances are spectacular. Their musical selections appeal to all musical tastes regardless of age. The Music Ha ll is the perfect venue for such a group of phenomenal artists. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Lil H.\, Google Review We love the Charleston Jazz Orchestra! We have been attending their concerts for about seven years. They are so talente d and entertaining. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Cheryl I.\, Google Review [/vc_column_text ][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1691000803795{margin-bottom: 0px!import ant\;}”] Watch this video of a past Charleston Jazz Orchestra performanc e: [/vc_column_text][vc_video max_width=”600″ link=”https://youtu.be/iaS ceNUyuP4?si=ty6ADJXD3PiEjTTT”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697824093 990{margin-bottom: 0px!important\;}”] [/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section] [vc_tta_section title=”Venue + Parking” tab_id=”1687723528215-f19b02d2-f 471″][vc_gmaps link=”#E-8_JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMk Z3d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbSUyRm1hcHMlMkZkJTJGZW1iZWQlM0ZtaWQlM0QxMWhua0x0cE9GbX hwTnhJWnFYbzhIbHRMcjlKVm84TSUyNmVoYmMlM0QyRTMxMkYlMjIlMjB3aWR0aCUzRCUyMj Y0MCUyMiUyMGhlaWdodCUzRCUyMjQ4MCUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRmlmcmFtZSUzRQ==”][vc_colu mn_text css=”.vc_custom_1690999742171{margin-bottom: 0px!important\;}”] Venue: Charleston Music Hall 37 John St.\, Charleston\, SC 29403 Parking : Camden Garage 47 John St.\, Charleston\, SC 29403 Charleston Visitors Center Parking Garage 73 Mary St.\, Charleston\, SC 29403 Marion Square Garage 399 King St.\, Charleston\, SC 29403 [/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_se ction][vc_tta_section title=”Accessibility” tab_id=”1687724312025-f57a01 3d-e1d1″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1770837761476{margin-bottom: 0p x!important\;}”] Accessible seating locations are available on the first floor of the theater and marked on the seating map. Assisted Listening Devices and Sensory Inclusive bags are available at the Box Office. [/vc _column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Dining” tab_id=”168 7723413076-386a4dee-cfe0″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1690995964622{ margin-bottom: 0px!important\;}”] Nearby Dining: Halls Chophouse O-Ku Su shi Stars Rooftop & Grill Room 39 Rue de Jean Coast Bar & Grill Azul Mex ican Note: These links are provided for your convenience. Charleston Jaz z does not represent or endorse any of these services.[/vc_column_text][ /vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Lodging” tab_id=”1690991452233-16 7d19f1-e196″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1766434420709{margin-bottom : 0px!important\;}”] Lodging Package: We are proud to partner with the F rancis Marion hotel as our official lodging partner in 2026. Book the Fr ancis Marion’s Charleston Jazz Package this season! Your package include s accommodations at the Francis Marion Hotel\, (2) cocktails at the Swam p Fox Restaurant & (2) tickets to the Charleston Jazz Orchestra! VIEW PA CKAGE DETAILS Other Lodging Options: Hampton Inn Hotel Bennett The Dewbe rry Embassy Suites The Courtyard by Marriott Note: These links are provi ded for your convenience. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Transportation” tab_id=”1687923756328-9fc48bf1-8432″][vc_column_t ext css=”.vc_custom_1690995908967{margin-bottom: 0px!important\;}”] Bus Services: The CARTA bus system offers a free downtown shuttle called the DASH. Visit their site for map and schedule here. Car Services: There a re a variety of local transportation services available including taxis\ , Uber and Lyft. Pedi Cab Services Charleston Pedi Cab Charleston Bike T axi Charleston Rickshaw Note: These links are provided for your convenie nce. Charleston Jazz does not represent or endorse any of these services .[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Refreshments” tab_id=”1691006587473-4c040d12-206d”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_169 1007095783{margin-bottom: 0px!important\;}”]Refreshments are available f or purchase at the bars located in the lobby and upstairs. The bars offe r snacks and candy as well as beer\, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.[/ vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Bag Policy” tab_i d=”1691007365889-8b55ee18-601d”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_17245541 60087{margin-bottom: 0px!important\;}”] Please visit this link to view t he Charleston Music Hall’s bag policy: https://www.charlestonmusichall.c om/faq/ [/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_empty_s pace][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_cu stom_1691000004193{margin-bottom: 0px!important\;}”] See you at the show ! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”24px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n \nTickets: https://charlestonjazz.com/event/african-skies-richard-bona-8 pm/\n\nhttps://findlocal.community/event/7760ecbd-accf-4080-9d84-37f096a 39d41 LOCATION:Charleston Jazz\, 1 Blossom St\, Charleston\, SC 29403 URL:https://findlocal.community/event/7760ecbd-accf-4080-9d84-37f096a39d4 1 STATUS:CONFIRMED SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR