Corner’s existence, word spread beyond our island, reaching every corner of the wider Jazz community, drawing talent from all over the world to this small island paradise. Today, The Jazz Corner is one of the hottest rooms in the business. “It’s remarkable to look back,” said David. “In the beginning, very few people knew about us. Now, we receive calls and emails daily from musicians excited at the prospect of performing here. It’s deeply rewarding to see artists list The Jazz Corner alongside esteemed venues like the Kennedy Center and Jazz at Lincoln Center on their bios. To be included in such company is truly an honor.” Along with rotating nights featuring acclaimed regional artists, The Jazz Corner’s stage has hosted some of the Jazz world’s biggest names. Since opening night, when pianist George Shearing helped welcome the first guests, The Jazz Corner has hosted everyone from the famed Marsalis family’s patriarch Ellis Marsalis to John Pizzarelli to Deana Martin (Dean’s daughter). David performs every Tuesday in honor of his father, celebrating the music of New Orleans —a tradition that was always Bob’s night at the club.” But Bob Masteller’s original vision—sustained by Lois, David, and the Jazz Corner family, with Lois as the matriarch— was always to pair the acoustic experience of Jazz with an equally exceptional culinary standard. Lois’s warmth and hospitality form the very core of the club’s culture and make every guest feel personally welcomed. The restaurant’s offerings weave together dishes like Cherry Roasted Duck and Baby Back Ribs with the same energy and precision as the music that plays while you dine. And like that music, it’s always changing. “The kitchen is constantly attuned to the rhythms of the season,” said David. “Being featured in Southern Living solely for food was incredibly rewarding.” Like the musicians on stage, the artists in the kitchen infuse each dish with a hint of improvisation behind the studied techniques, mirroring their frenetic energy and creating culinary inspiration. Like any Jazz musician, David Masteller understands the importance of keeping things flexible—allowing for spontaneous invention that can transform a song while remaining rooted in its original spirit. This philosophy extends seamlessly to the club: continually moving forward while always honoring what has made The Jazz Corner so special from the start. In closing, David noted, “We’ve accomplished a great deal, and we strive to deliver world-class entertainment, gourmet cuisine, and attentive, personal service. Above all, our goal is to maintain the environment my parents envisioned--a warm, vibrant and cozy atmosphere where every guest feels at home.”
THE JAZZ CORNER The Village at Wexford (843) 842-8620 www.thejazzcorner.com
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