8.15.2023

The Gianni Russo Experience at Middle C Jazz

The Gianni Russo experience is an incredible adventure with the Hollywood Godfather himself, Gianni Russo. This is a live multimedia presentationwith Gianni sharing his charismatic storytelling, interspersed with pictures, video and captivating live music performances. Don’t miss your chance to be transported through the past on this journey and indulge in the side of Hollywood you just can’t get anywhere else. The Gianni Russo Experience is here on Tuesday, August 15 and 6pm!

Please note that since this is not an event hosted Middle C Jazz, and tickets can be purchased with the link below and are not available on the Middle C Jazz website.

8.16.2023

Capt. Mike & The Shipwrecked: A tribute to Jimmy Buffett

Mike Ramsey has made a career playing music, just to use that money to jet off to the Caribbean and sail around. Never wanting to leave, he’s decided to just bring the tropical sounds and environment to the stage! With some of Charlotte’s finest musicians, Captain Mike is bringing the Jimmy Buffett classics, deep cuts, and covers to Middle C on Wednesday, August 16th at 7pm!

8.17.2023

Sol Fusion Band Presents Your Favorite Movie Tunes

Sol Fusion is bringing a night of classic and contemporary film singalongs that you forgot you knew all the words to! Bring your dancing shoes, warm up those vocal cords and reminisce as we take you on a highway to the danger zone. Don’t miss their return to Middle C on Thursday, August 17 at 7pm!

8.18.2023

Grammy-nominated Smooth Jazz Supergroup: Jazz Funk Soul

Smooth jazz supergroup Jazz Funk Soul started in the mid-2010s as a collaborative trio featuring Jeff Lorber, Chuck Loeb, and Everette Harp. They released two albums with 2014’s Grammy-nominated Jazz Funk Soul and 2016’s More Serious Business. After Loeb’s death in 2017, guitarist Paul Jackson, Jr. joined for 2019’s Life and Times and 2022’s Forecast, both of which honored Loeb and continued to showcase the trio’s hooky, groove-oriented sound. Join us for two shows on Friday, August 18 at 7pm and 9:15pm!

8.19.2023

Contemporary Jazz Guitarist Eric Essix

Over a period of more than 34 years and 28 full length album releases, Eric Essix has maintained a steady flow of new music that continues to push the boundaries of contemporary jazz. Following the success of his Songs From The Deep project, Eric recently released his 28th album entitled STRiDE on his Essential Recordings label, again distributed by Lightyear Entertainment/Virgin Music/UMG. He returns on Saturday, August 19 at 7pm and 9:15!

Featured Artist of the Week: Eric Essix

Over a period of more than 34 years and 28 full length album releases, Eric Essix has maintained a steady flow of new music that continues to push the boundaries of contemporary jazz. Following the success of his Songs From The Deep project, Eric recently released his 28th album entitled STRiDE on his Essential Recordings label, again distributed by Lightyear Entertainment/Virgin Music/UMG.

The album features nine original compositions written by Eric and a lush arrangement of the Bill Withers’ classic, Ain’t No Sunshine, featuring fellow Birmingham, AL native and American Idol winner, Ruben Studdard. Released as a single, the song has done well on smooth jazz radio maintaining a solid presence on several charts and syndicated programs.

STRiDE showcases a diverse mix of songs ranging from danceable, funk instrumentals, sultry ballads, hints of blues and traditional jazz textures and, as always, a very intentional nod to Eric’s gospel roots. “This album is an extension of the Songs From The Deep record in a sense. I made a conscious effort to build on what I did with that project compositionally and maintain the same kind of vibe. Musically, it just felt like a good place to explore a while longer.”

8.20.2023

Lovell Bradford Quartet Plays an Evening of Original Compositions

Pianist Lovell Bradford has performed with artists such as Jennifer Holiday, Pharez Whitted, Slide Hampton, Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Wes “Warmdaddy” Anderson, Ronnie Burrage, and many others. He is the Adjunct Jazz Piano Instructor at Davidson College and currently serves on the faculty of Jazz Arts CHARLOTTE (JAC) Youth Ensembles & Workshops. Join us for a night of original compositions on Sunday, August 20 at 6pm!

8.23.2023

House of Funk Presents: Funk of the 70s featuring songs from Earth, Wind, and Fire, Stevie Wonder, The Isley Brothers, and more

Ready to Groove? House of Funk returns on Wednesday, August 23 at 7pm! Come jam to the Funk of the 70s featuring Songs from Earth, Wind and Fire, Steve Wonder, The Isley Brothers and more provided by the coolest collaboration of local Charlotte musicians led by Stefan Kallander!

8.24.2023

The Four Chambers: Gena Chambers Presents 80s Dance Party Hits

Gena Chambers is a skilled vocalist ranging from Jazz, RnB, funk, country, and pop. She’s traveled all over the country performing with notable smooth jazz artists Oli Silk, Will Downing, Marqueal Jordan, Mike Manson, Tom Braxton, and also opening for such Jazz giants, Gerald Albright, Kirk Whalum, Sheila E., Johnathan Butler to name a few. On Thursday, August 24 at 7pm she’ll be performing 80’s Dance Party Hits at Middle C!

8.25.2023

A. Ray Fuller ‘the Weeper’: Epiphany- A Musical Celebration

Ray Fuller honed his skills in the service of some of the most diverse artists of all-time, including The Chi-Lites, Curtis Mayfield, The Dells & Staple Singers, The list includes musician/producers George Duke, Quincy Jones, Patrice Rushen, Stanley Clarke, Berry Gordy, James Ingram, David Foster, Boney James, Teena Marie, Branford Marsalis, EWF, Najee, MAZE, Alex Bugnon, KEM. Join us for his show on Friday, August 25 at 7pm and 9:15pm!

8.26.2023

Mandyl Performs A Tribute Frankie Beverly and Maze

Join us as Mandyl Evans leads Middle C All Stars on a journey into the world of Grammy Award winning R&B band Frankie Beverly and Maze! Don’t miss our White Out Party on Saturday, August 26 at 7pm and 9:15pm!

8.27.2023

Vaughan and The ChillCats: A Night of Jazz, Rock, and Blues

Vaughan Penn’s original music has been featured in over 155 television shows and movies including Grey’s Anatomy, L-Word, Californication, MTV’s The Hills, Laguna Beach and the Oscar Winning film The Big Short to name a few. Vaughan continues to perform over 120 shows per year both as a solo artist and with her band. Vaughn and the Chill Cats return to Middle C on Sunday, August 27 at 6pm!