Concerts & Events

Wednesday, July 20, 2016  ♦  8:30 PM

Charles King

World Music Wednesday

4544 N Lincoln Ave · Gary and Laura Maurer Concert Hall · 773.728.6000

  • World Music Wednesdays

    A weekly showcase of world music and dance featuring the best local and touring talent! Most shows are Wednesday nights at 8:30 PM.

    Most World Music Wednesday concerts are free with a $10 suggested donation. TO GUARANTEE YOUR ENTRY MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS IN ADVANCE EITHER ONLINE OR BY CALLING THE BOX OFFICE AT 773.728.6000. Reservations unclaimed 10 minutes before showtime will be released to waiting patrons.

  • Celebrate Colombian Independence Day with one of the most celebrated artists within the Afro-Colombian genre of dance music known as Champeta Criolla. Charles King is one of the pioneers of this high-energy music which blends African styles like Soukous and highlife with Colombian Chalupa. Over the last 25 years, Charles has been a key figure in the spread of this infectious music from his hometown of San Basilio de Palenque to Cartagena, where it has become that city's signature dance music, and beyond. Join us for a rare opportunity to experience a truly unique musical style ands come prepared to dance.


The Old Town School of Folk Music, Inc.
4544 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago IL 60625  •  773.728.6000