News & Updates

Isaiah Bell isn’t just making music; he’s telling stories. Hailing from upstate New York, the accomplished singer, songwriter, and vocal director describes his sound as “the sound of a story”—one listeners can find themselves in and walk away from changed.

As a jazz fan, even if I weren't involved with Middle C Jazz, I’d be here with ticket in hand at least twice a week. No other club in the area matches our variety—from local stars and national acts to straight-ahead, smooth, and funky jazz.

Middle C Jazz kicks off the new year with an all-star list of artists, earning its recognition of Charlotte Observer’s “Best Live Music Venue” and Queen City Nerve’s “Best Place to Hear Jazz” two years in a row.

Gerald Veasley is recognized as an acclaimed virtuoso six-string bassist—plus bandleader, composer, producer, educator, and curator—whose performances have made their mark on the fusion of jazz, R&B, and gospel.

Middle C Jazz considers many of its performers part of the family, including staples like duo Noel Freidline and Maria Howell, and bandleaders JD Dillard and Rodney Shelton. Charlotte Crooner Joey Santo is another cherished musician whose presence, spirit, and voice embody the family dynamic that shapes Middle C Jazz…

Ray Singleton is a local R&B performer we've enjoyed on the Middle C Jazz stage frequently over the past few years. His signature soulful R&B sound has been a feature of Rodney Shelton's Party Night series.