Lighthouse Band

Jazz, soul & R&B for Charleston celebrations.

Warm, polished live music for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations.

Jazzcocktails + dinner
Soulwarm vocal moments
R&Bmodern reception energy
Duo to Bandscaled to the room

About Lighthouse

Authentic live music with Lowcountry soul.

Led by bassist and vocalist Jailan Williams, Lighthouse Band features Jorge Chocobar on keys and saxophone, Carl Taylor II on guitar, and Justin McKenzie on drums. Their fresh arrangements, improvisation, and warm hospitality bring people together and make familiar music feel new.

  • Stevie Wonder
  • Michael Jackson
  • Mint Condition
  • John Mayer
  • Frank Sinatra
  • Bruno Mars
Lighthouse Band
Lighthouse Band live

Watch First

Lighthouse Band Reel.

The promo reel features a tight modern set with songs including “Crazy,” “I Feel It Comin,” and “More Than a Woman.”

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Band Formats

Scale the lineup to the room.

Book Lighthouse as an intimate duo or trio for cocktails and hospitality, or as the full band for a richer reception and private event sound.

Lighthouse duo trio performance
Duo / Trio

Cocktails, dinner, hospitality

Flexible live music for restaurants, rooftops, cocktail hours, and smaller private gatherings.

Lighthouse full band
Full Band

Four-piece core band

Vocals, keys, guitar, bass, drums, and saxophone textures for a full live sound.

Lighthouse live event performance
Events

Weddings, corporate, private

Professional pacing for welcome parties, cocktail hours, galas, and polished reception sets.

Meet The Band

The musicians behind Lighthouse.

Jailan Williams
Bass & Vocals - Band Leader

Jailan Williams

Band leader, bassist, and vocalist. A College of Charleston alumnus with a BA in Arts Management, Jailan leads Lighthouse with soulful vocals and expressive bass.

Jorge Chocobar
Keyboard & Saxophone

Jorge Chocobar

Keyboardist and saxophonist bringing rich harmony and melodic lead lines across jazz, soul, and pop.

Carl Taylor II
Guitar

Carl Taylor II

Guitarist adding tasteful rhythm and lead textures inspired by John Mayer, George Benson, and beyond.

Justin McKenzie
Drums

Justin McKenzie

Drummer laying down the groove and dynamics that drive every Lighthouse Band performance.

Song List

A soulful, flexible repertoire.

Selections move between jazz, funk, pop, blues, and soul. Custom requests can be discussed during planning.

GravityJohn MayerBlues
The Thrill Is GoneB.B. KingBlues
SeptemberEarth, Wind & FireFunk
All BluesMiles DavisJazz
Fly Me To The MoonFrank Sinatra & Count BasieJazz
Can't Help Falling in LoveElvis PresleyPop
Rock with YouMichael JacksonPop
Leave The Door OpenSilk SonicSoul & R&B
Let's Stay TogetherAl GreenSoul & R&B
Tennessee WhiskeyChris StapletonSoul & R&B
ValerieAmy WinehouseSoul & R&B
What's Going OnMarvin GayeSoul & R&B

Associations & Venues

Trusted around Charleston.

The Dewberry Hotel Bennett The Grand Hibernian Hall William Aiken House Aiken-Rhett House Slightly North of Broad Charlestowne Fermentory Nathaniel Russell House Preservation Society of Charleston Sofar Sounds Charleston Tobin's Market

One Team. Planned entertainment from a tight group of musicians.

High Standard of Musicianship

Small, tight music groups made up of musicians who perform together often and know each other on and off stage.

Musicianship & Professionalism

Avon Society groups are chosen for superior musicianship, professional presence, and event-aware performance.

Event Music Planner Support

For larger packages, a dedicated Event Music Planner can be on site to support your wedding planner and keep the music plan moving.

FAQs

Questions before you book.

Answers about live music, production, timing, and the booking process.

How far in advance should we book a band?

Spring and fall Saturdays often book farthest ahead, especially for larger bands and popular venues. If your date is set, it is worth checking availability early so we can hold the right lineup and build the rest of the music plan around it.

Can one plan cover ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception?

Yes. We can connect ceremony strings, cocktail jazz, the reception band, DJ Darby after party sets, and audio support through one booking conversation so the day feels connected instead of pieced together.

Do bands bring their own sound equipment?

For most standard band bookings, the core sound setup is included or planned with the band package. Larger rooms, complex outdoor layouts, ceremonies in separate locations, and extra production needs may require additional audio support.

Can we add strings, jazz, sax, electric violin, or DJ?

Yes. Those add-ons are a major part of Avon Society. We can shape a full event flow with ceremony strings, jazz for cocktails or dinner, live sax or electric violin moments, and DJ Darby for the late-night handoff.

Can the band learn special songs?

Often, yes. Some requests are simple additions and others require arrangement time, rehearsal, or a different ensemble format. The earlier we know the song and the moment, the easier it is to recommend the best approach.

Ready When You Are

Bring Lighthouse into the room.

Send the date, venue, guest count, and the atmosphere you want. We can check availability and create a package around the lineup that fits.

Request Pricing & Availability