The MOJA Arts Festival celebrates African-American and Caribbean Arts. About half of MOJA’s events are without admission, the rest are offered at affordable ticket prices. The MOJA festival in Charleston is scheduled for September 24 – October 4, 2009.
The festival includes visual arts, classical music, dance, gospel, jazz, poetry, R&B music, storytelling, theatre, children’s activities, traditional crafts, ethnic food, and much, much more.
Here are a few performances:
Saturday, Sept. 26
AN EVENING OF JAZZ UNDER THE STARS
WITH LALAH HATHAWAY
National recording artist, LALAH HATHAWAY performs under the stars in a familiar romantic cabaret setting. The evening also features two of Charleston’s favorite artists–the Charlton Singleton Group and opening the evening with his usual dynamic performance style, violinist Daniel Davis. College of Charleston Cistern Yard, 66 George Street. General Admission: $25.00; College students with ID $20.00. For reserved tables, please call (843) 724-7308. 7:30pm. Saturday, Sept. 26
Sunday, Sept. 27
A CLASSICAL ENCOUNTER
Duo recital by cellist, Kenneth Law, Professor of Cello at Converse College, Spartanburg, SC and pianist Stephen Buck performing works by Faure, Piazzolla and Rubinstein, classical composers. City Gallery at Waterfront Park, 34 Prioleau Street. Admission: $10.00. 2:00pm-3:00pm.
Sunday, Sept. 27
GOSPEL CONCERT
“A Back Home Gospel Hour†– MOJA presents Gospel Divas, Lynn-Marie Boone, Joy Pryor, and Gwendolyn Rodgers and the Men of Gospel, Rev. Randolph Miller, Anthony Burke and Mario Desassure in an old fashioned Back Home Gospel Hour. Joining the ensemble is Javetta Campbell with a special appearance by Minister Herbert Beard. Enjoy gospel music at its best. Trinity United Methodist Church, 273 Meeting Street. Admission: $10.00. 4:00pm.
Saturday, Oct. 3
R&B CONCERT
The MEHD Group presents the international recording artist, THE O’JAYS performing live on stage at the Family Circle Tennis Center.
For more information and tickets visit the website www.mojafestival.com
or call 843-724-7305
During the summer you can shag the night away under the stars at the Folly Beach Edwin S. Taylor Fishing Pier.
Local DJ Rob Duren will be spinning the hottest oldies & beach music around. The Moonlight Mixer takes place att the pier from from 7-11pm. It is recommended that you purchase your tickets in advance.
Dates for the summer is as follows:
- June 26
- July 10
- July 31
- August 14
- September 4
- September 25
Food & Beverages
Beverages will be available for purchase on-site.  Food and snacks will be available for purchase at Locklear’s Beach City Grill and the Gangplank Gift & Tackle Shop located at the entrance to the pier.
Tickets
$10Â Advance General Admission
$8Advance CCR* Discount
$10At the gate (based upon availability)
Only 600 tickets will be sold to each Moonlight Mixer. Advance purchase is recommended, as events tend to sell-out. Admission ticket (not receipt) is required for event entry. Food, beverage, and any parking fees are not included in ticket price.
Call 795-4FUN for more information or visit www.ccprc.com
Cool Down this Summer With the Hot Sounds of Reggae Nights
Looking for a cool end to that hot day at the beach? Let the sounds of Eclectic Roots Ensemble take away the sting of the summer sun with Reggae Nights, the Summer Concert Series of the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission.
First formed in 2001, ERE is a classical, yet progressive reggae band with a unique touch for moods and lyric in their vibes.
Based in Atlanta, they’ve been home to many musicians from around the world.
Cortez Paschal keyboards, bass, vocals
Denis Isaacs featured vocals
David Canis guitars
Rob Williams bass
Reggie Vickers drums
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The event takes place on Saturday July 18th, at James Island County Park. The gates open at 7:30 pm and music starts at 8:30 pm.
Admission is $8.00 or 5 books of Greenbax. Children 12 and under enjoy free admission. Annual Gold Passes will be honored.
For more information and detailed schedules and locations visit www.ccprc.com or call 795-4FUN.
