CHARLESTON JAZZ SOCIETY CHARTER

Charleston Jazz Society (CJS) is a not-for-profit organization incorporated to be an effective advocate for jazz as an art form by furthering awareness and appreciation through performance and education. Our programs will directly affect the quality of life for our youth, our families, and our community through music.

The Charleston Jazz Society has four basic objectives:

(1) To promote the appreciation of jazz and its historical roots in traditional African-American music.

(2) To bring quality music, jazz, to Charleston on a regular bases.

(3) Provide jazz-related activities, designed to entertain and enlighten.

(4) Provide educational opportunities and quality musical programs designed to nurture young audiences and aspiring musicians.

The CJS began presenting jazz events for members and friends on the fourth Sunday of September 2006 and every fourth Sunday thereafter. Our plan is to present local and regional jazz music at least once a month and to present a headliner every fourth month.