The Northeast State Center for Leadership, Enrichment, Access and Discovery (LEAD) proudly welcomes renowned jazz artists Will Boyd and Kelle Jolly for a performance in February, celebrating Black History Month.
Boyd and Jolly take the stage on Thursday, Feb. 26, at 7:00 p.m., in the Entertainment Technology Sound and Lighting Lab of the Technical Education Complex on the Blountville campus. The performance is open to all. Admission is free and tickets are available on Eventbrite.
A multi-reed instrumentalist, composer, and educator, Boyd hails from the soul sax tradition of artists Eddie Harris, Hank Crawford, and Yusef Lateef. Originally from Orangeburg, S.C., by way of Queens, New York, Boyd’s formidable resume began in his teenage years when he was playing with professional local R&B groups. He continued to polish his skills at South Carolina State University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in music business. He also met his future wife, Kelle Jolly, a highly esteemed musician and vocalist.
Jolly is a multifaceted musician, renowned for her exceptional talents as a ukulele player, vocalist, and storyteller. With a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from South Carolina State University and a Master of Arts in Communication and Storytelling Studies from East Tennessee State University, Jolly combines her academic background with a wealth of practical experience to captivate audiences worldwide.
Boyd went on to become a staple in the music scene in Columbia, S.C., where he would play with mostly fusion, funk, and soul bands. There, he got opportunities to play with legends in this field, including local guitarist Robert Newton, drummer John Blackwell, trombonist Fred Wesley, and soul singer William Bell. He later earned a master’s degree in jazz studies from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.
With a rich history of performances at festivals, concerts, and theaters, Jolly continues to leave a lasting mark on the music landscape. From the Gaithersburg Ukulele Festival to the Lincolnville Jazz Series, her dynamic performances have delighted audiences far and wide. Beyond her performances, Jolly dedicates herself to sharing her expertise through clinics, workshops, and master classes.
For more information, contact the LEAD Center via email at LEADCenter@NortheastState.edu.
The Northeast State Center for Leadership, Enrichment, Access and Discovery (LEAD) proudly welcomes renowned jazz artists Will Boyd and Kelle Jolly for a performance in February, celebrating Black History Month.
Boyd and Jolly take the stage on Thursday, Feb. 26, at 7:00 p.m., in the Entertainment Technology Sound and Lighting Lab of the Technical Education Complex on the Blountville campus. The performance is open to all. Admission is free and tickets are available on Eventbrite.
A multi-reed instrumentalist, composer, and educator, Boyd hails from the soul sax tradition of artists Eddie Harris, Hank Crawford, and Yusef Lateef. Originally from Orangeburg, S.C., by way of Queens, New York, Boyd’s formidable resume began in his teenage years when he was playing with professional local R&B groups. He continued to polish his skills at South Carolina State University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in music business. He also met his future wife, Kelle Jolly, a highly esteemed musician and vocalist.
Jolly is a multifaceted musician, renowned for her exceptional talents as a ukulele player, vocalist, and storyteller. With a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from South Carolina State University and a Master of Arts in Communication and Storytelling Studies from East Tennessee State University, Jolly combines her academic background with a wealth of practical experience to captivate audiences worldwide.
Boyd went on to become a staple in the music scene in Columbia, S.C., where he would play with mostly fusion, funk, and soul bands. There, he got opportunities to play with legends in this field, including local guitarist Robert Newton, drummer John Blackwell, trombonist Fred Wesley, and soul singer William Bell. He later earned a master’s degree in jazz studies from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.
With a rich history of performances at festivals, concerts, and theaters, Jolly continues to leave a lasting mark on the music landscape. From the Gaithersburg Ukulele Festival to the Lincolnville Jazz Series, her dynamic performances have delighted audiences far and wide. Beyond her performances, Jolly dedicates herself to sharing her expertise through clinics, workshops, and master classes.
For more information, contact the LEAD Center via email at LEADCenter@NortheastState.edu.
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