Excitement Builds for Joye to the World! Holiday Concert in Aiken on December 7

Excitement Builds for Joye to the World! Holiday Concert in Aiken

As the cozy vibes of November settle in, the charming city of Aiken is buzzing with anticipation. Mark your calendars because December 7 is set to shine bright with the return of the beloved Joye to the World! Holiday Concert! This highly anticipated event will kick off at 7:30 p.m. at the USC Aiken Etherredge Center, and it’s going to be a night to remember.

What to Expect

This year’s concert promises a delightful mix of holiday cheer and top-notch jazz performances. The show will feature a fun and festive setlist of beloved holiday standards, crafted in a delightful variety show format. Hosting the evening will be Riley Mulherkar, the talented Artistic Director of Joye in Aiken. Riley, who trained at Juilliard, originally developed this festive concept for Jazz at Lincoln Center. If you loved previous years, get ready for even more magic!

Spotlight on Talented Performers

Joining Mulherkar on stage are some truly fabulous artists. One of the highlights is Jumaane Smith, a trumpeter and vocalist with an impressive resume. Smith isn’t just any musician; he has spent the past 18 years touring with the legendary Michael Bublé as a lead trumpeter and vocalist. Imagine hearing him perform alongside other talented musicians! His collaborations include work on five Grammy Award-winning records! He has taken the stage in front of audiences at the White House and even made appearances on popular shows like The Tonight Show and American Idol. This man knows how to entertain!

Making his Aiken debut is the sensational Tyreek McDole, a 24-year-old vocalist who’s making waves in the jazz world. Not only is he the proud winner of the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition but he’s also received the esteemed Lincoln Center Outstanding Vocalist Award. McDole’s passion for jazz shines through in his performances and his impressive degree in jazz performance from The Oberlin Conservatory of Music speaks volumes about his dedication to this timeless art form.

A Unique Holiday Experience

For those who haven’t yet experienced the magic of a Joye in Aiken concert, this is your chance! Joye in Aiken is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the best of the performing arts to Aiken, and this concert is a prime example of their mission. According to Susie Ferrara, the President of Joye in Aiken, the concert is like a Jazz at Lincoln Center style production right here in our hometown—without having to book a flight! She added, “Riley’s connections in the music world allow us to bring exceptional jazz musicians straight to Aiken.”

Ferrara points out that the annual holiday concerts have developed quite a following due to their unique blend of glitz and glamour. “The show has become a special event that captures that festive, bustling essence of December in New York,” she shared enthusiastically. There’s something magical about gathering together during the holidays, and this concert promises to create cherished memories.

Get Your Tickets!

Tickets for the Joye to the World! Holiday Concert are available now for just $50. With such an impressive lineup and the vibrant atmosphere promised, it’s a steal! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to experience live jazz and celebrate the festive season in style. For more details or to snag your tickets, make sure to visit joyeinaiken.com or give the Etherredge Center box office a call at 803-641-3305.

In Summary

So, if you’re in the mood for some fabulous jazz and holiday spirit, join us in Aiken on December 7! Prepare for an evening filled with delightful music, seasonal cheer, and a sense of community that will warm your heart as we celebrate this joyful time of year.