Middle C Jazz is honored to welcome countless National Artists to our stage this spring! Don’t miss your chance to see Kirk Whalum, Dave Stryker, Stanley Jordan, Norman Brown, Adam Hawley, Patrick Lamb, Sy Smith, Eric Darius, Gerald Albright, Marion Meadows, and more right here at Middle C Jazz – Charlotte’s New Home for Cool!

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12.15.2022

Rodney Shelton & Eric Brice present Jay D. Jones: Singing Al Green and Holiday Hits

Celebrate the holidays with Jay D Jones, Rodney Shelton, and Eric Brice performing your favorite holiday hits and Al Green classics at Middle C! Join us on Thursday, December 15 at 7pm!

12.16-17.2022

Kirk Whalum

Twelve-time Grammy Award Nominee, Kirk Whalum on Friday, December 16 and Saturday, December 17 at 7pm and 9:15pm has SOLD OUT!

12.18.2022

Gospel Sunday: Tribute to Kirk Franklin with El Lambert & Friends featuring Gospel Sunday Alumni

Fuel your body and move your soul! The Gospel Sunday series wraps up the year with a tribute to Kirk Franklin with El Lambert & Friends featuring Gospel Sunday Alumni. Join us on Sunday, December 18 at 3pm!

12.20.2022

A Christmas Cabaret with Jessi Little and a special appearance by Opera Carolina

Holiday Traditions with Jessi Little and other local favorites including members of Opera Carolina will include Christmas songs, touching stories, comedy and seasonal trivia that will leave you filled with the spirit of the holidays. Come celebrate the season with us! Join us on Tuesday, December 20 at 7pm!

12.21-22.2022

Jazz ‘N Soul Music and Middle C Jazz Presents “A Charlie Brown Christmas” featuring the Sean Mason Trio and Tyra Scott

Experience the classic multi-platinum album played in its entirety in the spirit of The Vince Guaraldi Trio! The Sean Mason Trio and Tyra Scott will perform A Charlie Brown Christmas live along with other jazzy holiday favorites! Join us as we celebrate the holidays and the magic of Christmas with live Jazz interpretations of your favorites including “Linus and Lucy” and “Christmastime is Here” on Wednesday, December 21 and Thursday, December 22 at 7pm and 9:15pm!

Featured Artist of the Week: Sean Mason & Tyra Scott

SEAN MASON
Born and raised in Charlotte, NC, Sean Mason taught himself by ear how to play the piano at the age of 13. His beginning musical roots included Gospel, Classical, Hip-Hop, and R&B music, but then he discovered jazz and decided to make a career of it. In his short but already groundbreaking career, Sean has played and toured with many jazz professionals, prominently including Branford Marsalis and Wynton Marsalis, but among many others. Sean is based in New York City, and aside from being a sideman member of many successful jazz bands around the city, Sean leads his own band, “The Sean Mason Trio”, which performs and tours across the globe. In addition to his performing career, Sean is also a composer, orchestrator, and music director in the musical theatre space.

TYRA SCOTT
Tyra Scott, a dynamic vocalist, continues to gain attention for her superb musicianship and genre-blending style. As a native of Durham, North Carolina, Scott’s childhood immersion in music and art are truly evident, producing a melting pot of colors and sonic dimensions, that are all her own. Like many in the south, Tyra’s gospel music upbringing, paved the way for a totally unique approach to the idioms of jazz, samba, and pop music alike. With a voice that is often described as, angelic, spellbinding, and pure, listeners are invited to take their own unforgettable journeys throughout the delivery of each song. Tyra is a 2018 Vocal Performance graduate of North Carolina Central University, having shared the stage with artists such as Branford Marsalis, Take 6, Lalah Hathaway, and Nnenna Freelon. In addition to her stage performances, Scott’s passions stretch into the fields of musical theater, songwriting, and music production.

12.23.2022

Christmas Crooners – Joey Santo Sings The Christmas Classics of Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin

Joey Santo brings a fresh young take to Middle C Jazz on the timeless Christmas classics recorded by Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, etc. Santo brings a big sound on classic crooners, and manages to switch it up with a remarkably tender interpretation on the ballads. Save the date for Friday, December 23 at 7pm and 9:15pm to hear some of your favorite classics!