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Straight Ahead
Marion Hayden, Detroit-born acoustic bassist, played a special concert on Sunday, June 25, at 5:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s. The group Straight Ahead, the first all-women jazz band signed to Atlantic Records, filled the night with distinctive jazz sounds.
Marion Hayden is a veteran acoustic bassist from Detroit who’s performed with legends like Bobby McFerrin and Lionel Hampton. As a co-founder of Straight Ahead, she’s part of the pioneering all-women jazz ensemble signed to Atlantic Records. The concert at Cliff Bell’s showcased top-notch performances and a rich jazz variety. Marion’s awards include the 2016 Kresge Artist Fellowship and the Jazz Hero Award, making for a true Detroit jazz moment. Doors opened at 4 p.m. for dinner, with shows at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.
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