Charleston's Premier Jazz Club
Experience Charleston's finest live jazz music located in the heart of the King St. nightlife district. Cozy couches and candlelit bistro tables await you, carefully spaced for your social distancing comfort. 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
What's Playing?
Experience world-class entertainment performed live in the Forte Theatre
- 10SatAprGracie & Lacy: Nat & Natalie Cole | 7:00pm - 9:00pmApr 10, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAAs seen in NYC, sister act Gracie & Lacy team up with local legend Joe Clarke and the fabulous Forte Jazz Trio for classic hits of Nat King Cole and his daughter, Natalie! Enjoy the signature harmonies to intricate tap dancing of Gracie & Lacy every 2nd Saturday!
- 10SatAprGracie & Lacy: Nat & Natalie Cole | 9:30pm - 11:00pmApr 10, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAAs seen in NYC, sister act Gracie & Lacy team up with local legend Joe Clarke and the fabulous Forte Jazz Trio for classic hits of Nat King Cole and his daughter, Natalie! Enjoy the signature harmonies to intricate tap dancing of Gracie & Lacy every 2nd Saturday!
- 14WedAprBrett Belanger Trio | 7:00pm - 10:00pmApr 14, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USABrett Belanger Trio presents an evening of instrumental jazz. Brett calls Charleston home, and performs throughout the east coast. Joined by some of the finest musicians in the Lowcountry, Brett and his band are a favorite resident act at Forte.
- 15ThuAprGirl Singer Series | 7:00pm - 9:00pmApr 15, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAThe Girl Singer Series brings you the hits of the greats. Forte Jazz Lounge features Charleston's most entertaining and accomplished jazz musicians. You won't want to miss this evening of jazz favorites!
- 15ThuAprGirl Singer Series | 9:30pm - 11:00pmApr 15, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAThe Girl Singer Series brings you the hits of the greats. Forte Jazz Lounge features Charleston's most entertaining and accomplished jazz musicians. You won't want to miss this evening of jazz favorites!
- 16FriAprMotown & More with Charles Grant | 7:00pm - 9:00pmApr 16, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USACharles Grant is a premier vocalist with a band comprised of the finest musicians playing the very best of Motown and classic R&B hits.
- 16FriAprMotown & More With Charles Grant | 9:30pm - 11:00pmApr 16, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USACharles Grant is a premier vocalist with a band comprised of the finest musicians playing the very best of Motown and classic R&B hits.
- 17SatAprJoe Clarke Sings | 9:30pm - 11:00pmApr 17, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAJoe Clarke Sings is a brand new series headlining Charleston's very own. Owner of Forte Jazz Lounge, Joe Clarke has kept jazz history and music alive in the Lowcountry for over 30 years.
- 21WedAprBrett Belanger Trio | 7:00pm - 10:00pmApr 21, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USABrett Belanger Trio presents an evening of instrumental jazz. Brett calls Charleston home, and performs throughout the east coast. Joined by some of the finest musicians in the Lowcountry, Brett and his band are a favorite resident act at Forte.
- 22ThuAprLatin Night! Gino Castillo & the Cuban Cowboys | 7:00pm - 9:00pmApr 22, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAGC & the Cuban Cowboys are the most popular and accomplished musicians. Get ready for a night of Cuban music.
- 22ThuAprLatin Night! Gino Castillo & the Cuban Cowboys | 9:30pm - 11:00pmApr 22, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAGC & the Cuban Cowboys are the most popular and accomplished musicians. Get ready for a night of Cuban music.
- 23FriAprPure Concert Series: Tim Khayat | 7:00pm - 9:00pmApr 23, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAPure Concert Series is proud to present renown bassist, Tim Khayat. Hailing from France, Khayat now calls the Lowcountry home. He and his band of A-List players offer a unique sound, influenced by their collaborations with Latin, Rock, Soul and Jazz artists.
- 23FriAprPure Concert Series: Tim Khayat | 9:30pm - 11:00pmApr 23, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAPure Concert Series is proud to present renown bassist, Tim Khayat. Hailing from France, Khayat now calls the Lowcountry home. He and his band of A-List players offer a unique sound, influenced by their collaborations with Latin, Rock, Soul and Jazz artists.
- 24SatAprGRAMMY Winner Charlton Singleton & The Beehive Jazz Orchestra | 7:00pm-9:00pmApr 24, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAGRAMMY Winner Charlton Singleton (Ranky Tanky), brings you his fabulous 10-piece Beehive Orchestra!
- 24SatAprGRAMMY Winner Charlton Singleton & The Beehive Jazz Orchestra | 9:30pm-11:00pmApr 24, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAGRAMMY Winner Charlton Singleton (Ranky Tanky), brings you his fabulous 10-piece Beehive Orchestra!
- 28WedAprBrett Belanger Trio | 7:00pm - 10:00pmApr 28, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USABrett Belanger Trio presents an evening of instrumental jazz. Brett calls Charleston home, and performs throughout the east coast. Joined by some of the finest musicians in the Lowcountry, Brett and his band are a favorite resident act at Forte.
- 29ThuAprGuy Singer Series | 7:00pm - 9:00pmApr 29, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAForte Jazz Lounge features Charleston's most entertaining and accomplished jazz musicians. You won't want to miss this evening of jazz favorites!
- 29ThuAprGuy Singer Series | 9:30pm - 11:00pmApr 29, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PMForte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USAForte Jazz Lounge features Charleston's most entertaining and accomplished jazz musicians. You won't want to miss this evening of jazz favorites!