Charleston Jazz Festival | Herlin Riley Quartet + Gullah Collective

Experience two unique performances celebrating the rich musical heritage of Charleston and New Orleans. First, the Gullah Collective, led by CL Baxter, honors the Gullah Geechee musical traditions of the Sea Islands, bringing ancestral rhythms and soulful storytelling to life.

Following, the legendary drummer Herlin Riley leads his Quartet—with Oscar Rossignoli on piano, Max Moran on bass and Julian Lee on tenor and soprano saxophone—paying tribute to the dynamic rhythms and improvisational spirit of New Orleans jazz.

Together, these performances highlight the deep connections between two iconic American jazz cultures, offering a rich, immersive celebration of rhythm, heritage and improvisation.