Jazz and hip hop share a deep, creative lineage, even though they emerged decades apart.

DuBose Heyward’s most significant artistic legacy came from the world he created in his novel Porgy. Written in 1925, the book inspired a Broadway play, adapted by Heyward and his wife, Dorothy, and later became the foundation for George Gershwin’s legendary opera Porgy and Bess.

DuBose Heyward helped shape one of the most iconic works in American musical history.

Trumpeter Johnny Helms was a pillar of Columbia’s jazz scene for more than fifty years.

William Starrett's choreography and Felix Mendelssohn's music are set to combine for onstage whimsy in Columbia and Charleston this February.

Drummer Stockton Helbing is one of the most dynamic musicians to emerge from South Carolina’s jazz community.

Saxophonist Lonnie Hamilton III has long been one of Charleston’s cultural leaders—both on stage and in public life.

Celebrating Black History Month, the Colour of Music Festival returns to its home city and North Charleston for performances showcasing a wide repertoire and range of performing forces.

Ralph Norman Goodwin was a self-taught pianist whose lightning touch made him a beloved figure in South Carolina’s jazz community.

Kip Anderson was one of South Carolina’s most soulful and resilient musical voices. Born in Starr, SC around 1938, he first sang in church and was discovered early on by gospel great Edna Cooke.