This two-day, annual festival raises funds for Closing the Gap in Healthcare, a 501(c)(3) organization whose primary mission is decreasing health disparities and increasing health literacy, especially for African Americans and the underserved in our community, South Carolina, and the nation. Under the artistic direction of producer Tony Clarke, in collaboration with the Gaillard Center’s artistic team, the festival presents a lineup of award-winning jazz singers and musicians. Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St. Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 p.m. $58+.  (843) 242-3099, www.gaillardcenter.org