Charleston's Premier Jazz Club
Experience Charleston's finest live jazz music located in the heart of the King St. nightlife district. As Charleston's premier listening room, Forte Jazz Lounge is patterned after famed New York-style jazz clubs, providing a big city sound paired with southern hospitality. Headliners include local legends, recording artists, notable touring acts, and Grammy winners. Plan the ultimate date night, celebrate a special occasion, or mingle with jazz enthusiasts at the hottest new venue in town!
"Great atmosphere and great live music.
We will definitely visit again!"
Joe Griffin ~ Facebook
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23WedJunInstrumental Jazz | 7:00pm - 10:00pmJun 23, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM EDTForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAForte Presents an evening of instrumental jazz. Join some of the finest musicians in the Lowcountry for an intimate evening.
24ThuJunPorto Seguro featuring Alva Anderson | 7:00pmJun 24, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMCharleston, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAPorto Seguro plays Brazilian choro and bossa nova on flute, mandolin, guitar and bass. Great Jazz Vocalist and violist, Alva Anderson joins them to bring even more joy to your ears.- 24ThuJunPorto Seguro featuring Alva Anderson | 9:30pmJun 24, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMCharleston, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAPorto Seguro plays Brazilian choro and bossa nova on flute, mandolin, guitar and bass. Great Jazz Vocalist and violist, Alva Anderson joins them to bring even more joy to your ears.
25FriJunFunk Meets Jazz With Aisha Kenyetta | 7:00pm - 09:00pmJun 25, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAAisha Kenyetta is an accomplished and versatile vocalist, concentrating in Funk and Classic Rock styles. Her biggest musical influences include Chaka Khan and Guns N Roses.- 25FriJunFunk Meets Jazz With Aisha Kenyetta | 9:30pm - 11:00pmJun 25, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM EDTForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAAisha Kenyetta is an accomplished and versatile vocalist, concentrating in Funk and Classic Rock styles. Her biggest musical influences include Chaka Khan and Guns N Roses.
26SatJunLegacy: When the Songs Had Meaning | 7:00pm - 9:00pmJun 26, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAThe Legacy Group is composed of a vocal trio (Legacy) and a dynamic rhythm section (The Unit). The group specializes in performing songs from the 60’s through the 90’s that were made famous by The Stylistics, The Temptations, The Delphonics, Earth Wind and Fire, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, etc.- 26SatJunLegacy: When the Songs Had Meaning | 9:30pm - 11:00pmJun 26, 9:30 PM EDT – Jun 27, 1:30 AM EDTForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAThe Legacy Group is composed of a vocal trio (Legacy) and a dynamic rhythm section (The Unit). The group specializes in performing songs from the 60’s through the 90’s that were made famous by The Stylistics, The Temptations, The Delphonics, Earth Wind and Fire, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, etc.
27SunJunCharleston Magic Show | 3:00pmJun 27, 3:00 PMCharleston, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USACarl Michael, The Celebrity's Magician, performs audience interactive original magic and Illusions. This family friendly show will lift your spirits and awaken your sense of mystery. As seen on America's Got Talent and TMZ. Carl is winner of the 2017 SC Entertainer of the Year.- 27SunJunCharleston Magic Show | 7:00 pmJun 27, 7:00 PMCharleston, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USACarl Michael, The Celebrities' Magician, performs audience interactive original magic and Illusions. This family friendly show will lift your spirits and awaken your sense of mystery. As seen on America's Got Talent and TMZ. Carl is winner of the 2017 SC Entertainer of the Year.
28MonJunFORTE Lobby Bar: Joe Clarke at The Piano | From 7:00pm to 10:00pmJun 28, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 475 King Street, Charleston, SC, USALOBBY BAR SHOW. NO COVER. LIMITED CAPACITY. RSVP. Forte Jazz Lounge features Joe Clarke at the Piano. Joe brings a new twist to the fine art of singing the big band and jazz standards. He often says, "I like a little rock & roll in my jazz and a little jazz in my rock & roll."- 29TueJunFORTE Lobby Bar: Joe Clarke at The Piano | From 7:00pm to 10:00pmJun 29, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 475 King Street, Charleston, SC, USALOBBY BAR SHOW. NO COVER. LIMITED CAPACITY. RSVP. Forte Jazz Lounge features Joe Clarke at the Piano. Joe brings a new twist to the fine art of singing the big band and jazz standards. He often says, "I like a little rock & roll in my jazz and a little jazz in my rock & roll."
- 30WedJunInstrumental Jazz | 7:00pm - 10:00pmJun 30, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM EDTForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAForte Presents an evening of instrumental jazz. Join some of the finest musicians in the Lowcountry for an intimate evening.
01ThuJulFORTE Presents: Forte Jazz Trio | From 7:00pm to 09:00Jul 01, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDTForte Jazz Lounge, 475 King Street, Charleston, SC, USAForte Jazz Lounge features Charleston's most entertaining and accomplished jazz musicians. You won't want to miss this evening of jazz favorites brought to you by Forte Jazz Lounge!- 01ThuJulFORTE Presents: Forte Jazz Trio | From 9:30pm to 11:00pmJul 01, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 475 King Street, Charleston, SC, USAForte Jazz Lounge features Charleston's most entertaining and accomplished jazz musicians. You won't want to miss this evening of jazz favorites brought to you by Forte Jazz Lounge!
02FriJulFirst Fridays with Alva Anderson | 7:00pm - 9:00pmJul 02, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAAn accomplished violist, Alva sings jazz, blues and folk songs from around the world. Alva has toured in Europe and has played with orchestras accompanying Carmen MacRea, and Dizzy Gillespie.- 02FriJulFirst Fridays with Alva Anderson | 9:30pm - 11:00pmJul 02, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAAn accomplished violist, Alva sings jazz, blues and folk songs from around the world. Alva has toured in Europe and has played with orchestras accompanying Carmen MacRea, and Dizzy Gillespie.
03SatJulSwingin' Sinatra Saturdays / Independence Day With Joe Clarke Big Band and The Fortettes | 7:00pm-9:00pmJul 03, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAThe Joe Clarke Big Band during the Swingin' Sinatra Saturdays, salute to our armed forces during our Independence Day celebration with the special appearance of The Fortettes! a beautiful tribute to The Andrew's Sisters!- 03SatJulSwingin' Sinatra Saturdays / Independence Day With Joe Clarke Big Band and The Fortettes | 9:30pm-11:00pmJul 03, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAThe Joe Clarke Big Band during the Swingin' Sinatra Saturdays, salute to our armed forces during our Independence Day celebration with the special appearance of The Fortettes! a beautiful tribute to The Andrew's Sisters!