Community Calendar

JAZZ ROOM Presents: Valentine’s Edition with Don Vappie & Jazz Creole
February 12th & 13th

Other Times For This Event:
February 12th @ 8:15 pm
February 13th @ 7:00 pm
February 13th @ 9:15 pm

Legendary, award-winning New Orleans Creole banjoist and vocalist Don Vappie brings his ensemble Jazz Creole to the JAZZ ROOM for a special Valentine’s weekend celebration. Inspired by the legacy of Danny Barker and the rich traditions of Caribbean Creole culture, Vappie delivers an enchanting program rooted in classic New Orleans style. Expect a soulful evening of rhythm, romance, and timeless Creole jazz.

The JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.

Thank you to our JAZZ ROOM contributors: The City of Charlotte, O’s Place Jazz, North Carolina Arts Council and Akers Foundation.

JAZZ ROOM Presents: Valentine’s Edition with Don Vappie & Jazz Creole
February 12th & 13th

Other Times For This Event:
February 12th @ 8:15 pm
February 13th @ 7:00 pm
February 13th @ 9:15 pm

Legendary, award-winning New Orleans Creole banjoist and vocalist Don Vappie brings his ensemble Jazz Creole to the JAZZ ROOM for a special Valentine’s weekend celebration. Inspired by the legacy of Danny Barker and the rich traditions of Caribbean Creole culture, Vappie delivers an enchanting program rooted in classic New Orleans style. Expect a soulful evening of rhythm, romance, and timeless Creole jazz.

The JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.

Thank you to our JAZZ ROOM contributors: The City of Charlotte, O’s Place Jazz, North Carolina Arts Council and Akers Foundation.

Join The Voice 2022 runner-up Wendy Moten as she celebrates the music of Bill Withers, Dionne Warwick, Stevie Wonder, along with standout songs from her time on The Voice. Wendy is accompanied by the Christian Tamburr Trio, a group that has been through the Davis Theatre with artists Shana Tucker and Jane Monheit in past Seasons. This high-energy contemporary jazz, R&B, and soul performance will have audiences on their feet and singing from the heart.

JAZZ ROOM Presents: Women in Jazz | Sharel Cassity’s Alliance
March 12th & 13th

Other Times For This Event:
March 12th @ 8:15 pm
March 13th @ 7:00 pm
March 13th @ 9:15 pm

Celebrated saxophonist Sharel Cassity brings her all-female ensemble, Sharel Cassity’s Alliance, to the JAZZ ROOM for a special Women In Jazz edition in celebration of Women’s History Month. A DownBeat “Rising Star” known for her commanding alto sound and fearless artistry, Cassity leads a powerhouse group performing original music with vision and vitality. Expect an inspiring evening that highlights the brilliance, creativity, and impact of women in jazz.

The JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.

Thank you to our JAZZ ROOM contributors: The City of Charlotte, O’s Place Jazz, North Carolina Arts Council and Akers Foundation.

JAZZ ROOM Presents: Women in Jazz | Sharel Cassity’s Alliance
March 12th & 13th

Other Times For This Event:
March 12th @ 8:15 pm
March 13th @ 7:00 pm
March 13th @ 9:15 pm

Celebrated saxophonist Sharel Cassity brings her all-female ensemble, Sharel Cassity’s Alliance, to the JAZZ ROOM for a special Women In Jazz edition in celebration of Women’s History Month. A DownBeat “Rising Star” known for her commanding alto sound and fearless artistry, Cassity leads a powerhouse group performing original music with vision and vitality. Expect an inspiring evening that highlights the brilliance, creativity, and impact of women in jazz.

The JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.

Thank you to our JAZZ ROOM contributors: The City of Charlotte, O’s Place Jazz, North Carolina Arts Council and Akers Foundation.

JAZZ ROOM Presents: Nicholas Payton + The Nth Power
April 16th & 17th

Other Times For This Event:
April 16th @ 8:15 pm
April 17th @ 7:00 pm
April 17th @ 9:15 pm

Internationally renowned New Orleans trumpeter Nicholas Payton makes his JAZZ ROOM debut with a groove-driven quartet performance. A Grammy Award-winning artist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, Payton has been a leading voice in modern jazz for decades, known for his stylistic range and innovative approach. Expect a dynamic set rooted in deep grooves, masterful improvisation, and forward-thinking artistry.

The JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.

Thank you to our JAZZ ROOM contributors: The City of Charlotte, O’s Place Jazz, North Carolina Arts Council and Akers Foundation.

JAZZ ROOM Presents: Nicholas Payton + The Nth Power
April 16th & 17th

Other Times For This Event:
April 16th @ 8:15 pm
April 17th @ 7:00 pm
April 17th @ 9:15 pm

Internationally renowned New Orleans trumpeter Nicholas Payton makes his JAZZ ROOM debut with a groove-driven quartet performance. A Grammy Award-winning artist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, Payton has been a leading voice in modern jazz for decades, known for his stylistic range and innovative approach. Expect a dynamic set rooted in deep grooves, masterful improvisation, and forward-thinking artistry.

The JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.

Thank you to our JAZZ ROOM contributors: The City of Charlotte, O’s Place Jazz, North Carolina Arts Council and Akers Foundation.

JAZZ ROOM Presents: The Emmet Cohen Trio
May 14th & 15th

Other Times For This Event:
May 14th @ 8:15 pm
May 15th @ 7:00 pm
May 15th @ 9:15 pm

Piano virtuoso Emmet Cohen returns to the JAZZ ROOM with his acclaimed trio to close out the 2026-27 season. An award-winning fan favorite known for his dynamic range and joyful approach to the music, Cohen blends stride, swing, blues, and modern jazz into a vibrant and engaging performance style. Join us for a spirited season finale led by one of today’s most exciting voices in jazz.

The JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.

Thank you to our JAZZ ROOM contributors: The City of Charlotte, O’s Place Jazz, North Carolina Arts Council and Akers Foundation.

JAZZ ROOM Presents: The Emmet Cohen Trio
May 14th & 15th

Other Times For This Event:
May 14th @ 8:15 pm
May 15th @ 7:00 pm
May 15th @ 9:15 pm

Piano virtuoso Emmet Cohen returns to the JAZZ ROOM with his acclaimed trio to close out the 2026-27 season. An award-winning fan favorite known for his dynamic range and joyful approach to the music, Cohen blends stride, swing, blues, and modern jazz into a vibrant and engaging performance style. Join us for a spirited season finale led by one of today’s most exciting voices in jazz.

The JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.

Thank you to our JAZZ ROOM contributors: The City of Charlotte, O’s Place Jazz, North Carolina Arts Council and Akers Foundation.