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Swedish singer-songwriter The Tallest Man on Earth plays The Ark in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 24, at 8 p.m. His music reflects influences from Bob Dylan and early American folk, delivered with distinctive acoustic guitar and vocals.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Bernadette Peters plays Orchestra Hall in Detroit on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 8 p.m., singing classics by Rodgers & Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, and Jerry Herman. Tickets run $20.95–$118.97.
Orchestra Hall

Odu Afrobeat Orchestra plays a concert on Saturday, October 24, at 8 p.m. at MotorCity Wine in Detroit. Live afrobeat for a Saturday night.
MotorCity Wine

Patrick Prouty’s band improvises a live score to George W. Romero’s 1968 classic, Night of the Living Dead, on Saturday, October 24, at 8 p.m. at Aretha’s Jazz Café at Music Hall in Detroit. Live film music in one of the city’s hippest listening rooms.
Aretha's Jazz Café at Music Hall

Bernadette Peters, the multi-award-winning star of stage, film, TV, and recordings, performs Sunday, October 25, at 3 p.m. at Orchestra Hall in Detroit. Expect favorites by Rodgers & Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, and Jerry Herman. Tickets: $20.95–$118.97.
Orchestra Hall

Kristian Matsson, known as The Tallest Man on Earth, a folk musician and songwriter, performs on Sunday, October 25, at 7:30 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. Fans of Bob Dylan's vibe will want to check him out.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Extra Credit pairs research talks from three University of Michigan professors with top improvisers from hear.say theater on Tuesday, October 27, at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. Smart prompts turn into on-the-spot scenes. Free, no tickets; live and livestreamed.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

She Wants Revenge plays a dark-alternative set on Tuesday, October 27, at 8 p.m. at the Magic Stick in Detroit. The duo behind “Tear You Apart” returns with a revamped lineup and fresh 3rd‑wave goth energy; tickets available online.
Magic Stick

Haggis X-1 hits The Ark in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, October 28, at 8 p.m., mixing Enter the Haggis favorites like “One Last Drink” with new Celtic rock. Tickets $35.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Tosha Owens is a multiple award-winning Detroit-born singer known for her unique blend of Blues, Rock, Funk, and R&B, distinctive fedora, and hand fan. Her powerful voice is often compared to Gladys Knight, Etta James, Chaka Khan, and Janis Joplin, making her performances uniquely memorable.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

DJ Moppy spins a DJ set on Thursday, October 29, at 6 p.m. at Detroit Shipping Company in Detroit. Easygoing evening tunes in a central spot.
Detroit Shipping Company

The River and Roots Choir sings on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center, 2755 East Napier Avenue in Benton Harbor. A night of choral music from Lake Michigan College.
Lake Michigan College Mendel Center

Michigan Tech Jazz dives into Charles Mingus on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at the Rozsa Backstage in Houghton, with R&D Jazz Band (Drew Kilpela) and JazTec (Adam Meckler). General admission, Pay As You’re Able ($20 full fee).
Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Backstage

The Vincent Chandler Experience is a musical performance featuring Vincent Chandler, a Detroit-based trombonist, composer, and educator. The shows take place at Cliff Bell’s with two performance times and dinner available before the first show.
Cliff Bell’s

Michigan singer-songwriter Kylee Phillips celebrates her first full-length on Thursday, October 29, at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor with a full-band set. Expect dense guitars, drums, and synths. Tickets are $29; online/phone prices include MUTO’s fee, or buy in person at The Ark box office with no added fees.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Three-time Michigan Music Award winner Lexie Blue plays a blues set on Thursday, October 29, at 8 p.m. at Aretha's Jazz Café at Music Hall in Detroit. Recent competition wins and a deep, soulful voice make this a solid pick for blues fans.
Aretha's Jazz Café at Music Hall

Detroit Symphony Orchestra hosts a free, sensory-friendly open rehearsal on Friday, October 30, at 1:30 p.m. at Orchestra Hall in Detroit. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look as the DSO prepares the Young People’s Family Concert Halloween program.
Orchestra Hall

Michigan Tech Jazz dives into Charles Mingus on Friday, October 30, at 7:30 p.m. at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Backstage in Houghton, with the Jazz Lab Band and Workshop Brass Band led by Adam Meckler. Expect hard-grooving charts and lots of solos; general admission with Pay As You’re Able pricing.
Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Backstage
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