ColaJazz

ColaJazz ColaJazz’s goal and mission is to grow, elevate and bolster the jazz community in Columbia, SC and

ColaJazz and the ColaJazz 2015 CD is the brainchild of jazz trumpeter Mark Rapp. Mark had a desire to synergize, organize and highlight the wonderfully talented and accomplished jazz artists and educators active in Columbia, SC. Additionally, Mark wanted to give back to the fans, supporters, and venues which give us places to play. With the invaluable help of Paul Bodamer, Jangly Records and an in

itial round of funding by fans, friends and family, we created a “Columbia All-Stars” recording where each bandleader around Columbia received studio time to record. With additional monies and a phenomenal commitment of time and effort by Paul Bodamer, we recorded 13 groups comprised of 27 different musicians and even recorded an entire CD by our jazz ambassador Skipp Pearson!

This is how pros do it. Thanks Folderol!
05/22/2026

This is how pros do it. Thanks Folderol!

The multiple award winning (Grammy, Emmy, Peabody, et al) bassist and bandleader, Endea Owens, signs Rodney Foster Jr’s ...
05/22/2026

The multiple award winning (Grammy, Emmy, Peabody, et al) bassist and bandleader, Endea Owens, signs Rodney Foster Jr’s bass at the ColaJazz + Roots Fest presented by Palmetto Citizens

05/22/2026
ONE SPOT LEFT! We only have 1 slot left for a middle/high school student to come experience this 2 day DJ intensive f...
05/21/2026

ONE SPOT LEFT!

We only have 1 slot left for a middle/high school student to come experience this 2 day DJ intensive for FREE!

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Learn the roots of sampling, study jazz and rhythm, practice core DJ skills, and build toward a student showcase.

Thank you, Columbia. ❤️🎷To everyone who came out to Jazz + Roots Fest this past weekend — thank you for making this cele...
05/21/2026

Thank you, Columbia. ❤️🎷

To everyone who came out to Jazz + Roots Fest this past weekend — thank you for making this celebration of music, culture, and community so special.

From the incredible artists and vendors to the volunteers, sponsors, and every single person who filled Finlay Park with energy and joy… we are grateful.

Because of you, the spirit of jazz continues to thrive in our city.

Until next time. 🎶

📸 Perry Mcleod

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2123 College Street
Columbia, SC
29205

Opening Hours

8pm - 11pm

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