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The Ryan Bills Quartet
The Ryan Bills Quartet, made up of Wayne State students and alumni, played on Sunday, September 22, 2019, at 8 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. Their music blended swing tradition with modern jazz through group communication and individual improvisation.
This quartet of Wayne State students and alumni brings a fresh take on swing, drawing inspiration from legends like Lester Young and Sonny Rollins and modern leaders such as Joshua Redman and Joe Lovano. They emphasize interplay and improvisation, aiming to keep swing accessible while honoring the spirit of modern jazz. The performance took place at Detroit’s Cliff Bell’s, with no cover charge.
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