# Event Details - **Event Name**: Jazz & Soul Sessions @ YMI - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Banjo - Banjul Music presents Jazz & Soul Sessions a vibrant concert series celebrating the rhythm of our legacy in the heart of AshevilleNCAbout this EventBanjul-Banjo Music Series presents Jazz & Soul Sessions @YMI is a vibrant new concert series featuring nationally acclaimed artists Kelle Jolly and Will Boyd, making up a dynamic five member house band. Hosted at the historic YMI Cultural Center, this initiative honors the history and celebratesthe rhythm of our legacy in the heart of Asheville, NC.The Banjul-Banjo Music Series is a regular program at the YMI Cultural Center that celebrates African American music traditions and their deep roots in the African diaspora. Named for Banjul, the capital of Gambia, and the banjo, an instrument brought to the South by enslaved Africans, the series highlights the cultural connections between West Africa and the Blue Ridge Mountains.Each event features diverse genres such as Jazz, Hip Hop, Soul, Folk, and Neo-Soul, bringing vibrant sounds and soulful experiences to Asheville. This series offers a unique opportunity to honor history, foster community, and showcase the richness of African American musical heritage.https://youtu.be/nPOJcTDUDz0?si=LhxQeiOZiMPX1mjLFriday Schedule🕑: 06:30 AM - 07:00 PMFriday Night: Doors OpenInfo: Come early to get a meal, grab a drink, and settle into your perfect seat. 🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PMFriday Show IInfo: First Set. Kelle Jolly, Will Boyd, and the band. 🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:20 PMIntermissionInfo: Brief intermission. Last call for food and beverages. 🕑: 08:20 PM - 09:00 PMFriday Show IIInfo: Second Set. Kelle Jolly, Will Boyd, and the band. Saturday Schedule🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PMSaturday Night: Doors OpenInfo: Come early to get a meal, grab a drink, and settle into your perfect seat.🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PMSaturday Show IInfo: First Set. Kelle Jolly, Will Boyd, and the band.🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:20 PMIntermissionInfo: Brief intermission. Last call for food and beverages. 🕑: 04:20 PM - 05:00 PMSaturday Show IIInfo: Second Set. Kelle Jolly, Will Boyd, and the Band. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/asheville/jazz-and-soul-sessions-ymi/100001980066136115 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, concerts, dance, live-music, art, jazz, first-friday - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 17.85, max: 81.88, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Asheville - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: YMI Cultural Center - **lat**: 35.59383869999999 - **long**: -82.5500749 - **full address**: YMI Cultural Center, 39 South Market Street, Asheville, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Jazz & Soul Sessions @ YMI - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/7a22773b801d714bda32206b6591503afb9d44e8c8f898a44b0b747c82b11fbc-rimg-w1200-h675-dc1b1b1b-gmir.jpg?v=1768035303 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Jazz & Soul Sessions @ YMI being held? - **A:** Jazz & Soul Sessions @ YMI takes place on Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at YMI Cultural Center, 39 South Market Street, Asheville, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Jazz & Soul Sessions @ YMI? - **A:** Ticket prices for Jazz & Soul Sessions @ YMI range from USD 18 to USD 82 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 34 + USD 4 feeAvailableStudents and EldersUSD 18 + USD 3 feeAvailableThree for $75USD 82 + USD 7 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Jazz & Soul Sessions @ YMI? - **A:** Jazz & Soul Sessions @ YMI is organized by YMI Cultural Center. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Jazz & Soul Sessions @ YMI is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Asheville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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