This year’s edition of the hyper-popular Joye of Jazz features standout saxophonist Eddie Barbash (a Festival favorite) in the afternoon, with an eight-piece ensemble that combines Eddie’s own jazz band with a string quartet for a fun program of old crooner songs mixed with classical pieces. In the evening, Juilliard-trained trumpeter/vocalist Anthony Hervey (one of GRAMMY.com’s “ten emerging artists to know”) brings his soulful voice and astonishing musicianship to the elegant setting of The Willcox.

Joye in Aiken 2025 Performing Arts Festival
March 7 – Funeral Parade
March 8 – The Joye of Jazz
March 11 – Cabaret with Peter Dugan & John Brancy
March 12 – Swing Dance Party featuring the Mark Rapp Swingtet
March 13 – Sanctuary Concert with the Claire Bryant String Trio
March 13 – Jeff Picker and Band
March 14 – Kings Return (male acapella ensemble)