Smoke & Soul ft. Saxophonist D Friday. Live Smooth Jazz in Ballantyne! at Bonnie & Clyde’s Lounge – Charlotte, NC

Cigar Connoisseur and Jazz N Soul Music present Smoke and Soul featuring Saxophonist D. Friday (5th & York) putting the Smooth in Jazz, live at Bonnie & Clyde's, Saturday Nov. 14th at 9pm

Smooth Jazz returns to Ballantyne!

Don't let his last name confuse you – Derwin Friday works 24/7 as a professional saxophonist, national recording artist, and businessman. Going by the stage name D. Friday or simply Friday, he grew up in multi-rural churches that poured musical influence into his heart and soul. He began crafting his sound at nine and has been nonstop ever since.

He's the co-founder and lead of 5th and York- A Charlotte-based jazz ensemble formed in 2007. Along with Derwin on sax, the six-member group consists of a lead vocalist, drummer, guitarist, bassist, and keyboardist. Their music can be described as smooth contemporary natural vibes that grab the audience's attention—heading local events in the Charlotte metro area and others down south.

Opening for Earth, Wind and Fire, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Anthony Hamilton, and more, The group dropped their debut album, “Nascentum”, in 2011 and with a follow up in 2014 titled “All In”. The latest Venture, a live alum entitled “No Chaser” is accompanied by a Video production Executively Produced by Friday.

When creating his music, Derwin draws inspiration from a variety of sources including activist/writer James Baldwin, the legendary Stevie Wonder, and folk-rock artist James Taylor. This multi-dimensional inventiveness continues to propel his artistry forward. He's consistently redefining his impulses, curiosity, and complex nature to try something new every day.

There are limited seats due to space constraints, so please get your tickets now and get ready for a memorable night of music!