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The Northwoods Improvisers and Session at Cliff Bell’s
The Northwoods Improvisers, an acoustic jazz sextet blending Eastern and Native American influences, performed at Detroit's Cliff Bell’s on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, with shows at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Formed in 1976, the Northwoods Improvisers shifted to all-acoustic instrumentation in 1980. Their lineup includes two saxophonists, strings, and a rhythm section. They've collaborated with notable musicians including Detroit composer Faruq Z. Bey. Their music combines composed pieces and collective improvisation, incorporating Eastern modes and Native American elements. This concert featured material from their upcoming album set for release in September 2023, making it a standout evening at Cliff Bell’s.
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