Patti Austin live in Charlotte

Experience Patti Austin live on July 17th

Patti Austin will be performing at Middle C Jazz in Charlotte, North Carolina on July 17, 2026. Austin is a versatile vocalist known for her work spanning jazz, pop, soul, and R&B. Her career began as a child prodigy, performing with musicians like Quincy Jones and Ella Fitzgerald. Throughout her decades-long career, she’s garnered critical acclaim for her vocal range, improvisational skills, and ability to interpret diverse musical styles. She is particularly recognized for hits like “Baby Come to Me” (duet with James Ingram) and her contributions to the soundtrack of *The Wiz*.

Middle C Jazz is an intimate listening room established in Charlotte in 1989 by Charles and Cathy Henderson. It has become a prominent venue dedicated to showcasing both established and emerging jazz artists. The space intentionally maintains a small capacity – approximately 75 seats – to foster a close connection between performers and audience members. Over its history, Middle C Jazz has hosted numerous nationally and internationally recognized jazz musicians, becoming a significant cultural asset within the Charlotte community and consistently ranked among the top jazz clubs nationally by publications like *DownBeat* magazine.