Enjoy live music under the stars at State Museum's concert series
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Guests can experience live music under the stars at the South Carolina State Museum's Constellation Concert series.
Organizers say musicians and vocalists will perform under the stars in a series of Constellation Concerts in the museum's observatory.
The Marion McPartland: Under the Stars concert will take place Thursday, March 20th from 6:30 – 10 p.m.
'A decade after the passing of jazz legend Marian McPartland at the age of 95, her influence continues to resonate,' said State Museum officials. 'The State Museum and the ColaJazz Foundation invite you to an evening celebrating the beloved host of NPR's Marian 'McPartland's Piano Jazz.''
State Museum officials added the jazz trio will perform a selection of her compositions alongside works by the jazz giants who inspired her.
Tickets for the General Public are $30 and $24 for Museum Members. Wine and beer will be available for purchase, with a complimentary snack included.
To purchase a ticket or learn more, visit the South Carolina State Museum website.
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