Forte Jazz Lounge

Jon Thornton is one of the finest Jazz musicians from the Charlotte, NC area! Jon has relocated back to Charleston SC after two years in San Francisco. Having performed with The Woody Herman Orchestra, the Nelson Riddle Orchestra, Dizzy Gillespie, Clark Terry, Herb Ellis, Max Roach, Emily Remler, Jaco Pastorious and countless other jazz greats makes him one of the best trumpet/vocalist combinations on the East Coast. His touring experience has included Europe, Japan and all over the United States. 

Jon can put together the perfect jazz experience for your special occasion! From duo to full-blown big band, from cocktail party to conventions, no event is too big or too small!