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Sean Dobbins and the Modern Jazz Messengers
Sean Dobbins led the Modern Jazz Messengers in a dynamic jazz concert on Saturday, February 25, at 9:30 p.m. at Detroit’s Cliff Bell’s. His style echoes influences like Art Blakey and Elvin Jones. Tickets were $10.
Sean Dobbins delivers a strong, driving rhythm with a fresh melodic touch in his jazz drumming. Influenced by jazz greats including Art Blakey and Detroit legends like Elvin Jones, Sean started early as a sought-after sideman, frequently playing with Blue Note artist Louis Smith. Over his career, he received several honors, including the Woody Herman Jazz Award and the Louis Armstrong Scholarship. Known both as a performer and educator, his work has been featured in numerous radio programs and documentaries. This show at Cliff Bell’s brought his engaging sound to Detroit audiences.
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