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Charu Suri, the Indian-born pianist and composer known for pioneering "raga jazz," performs on Saturday, November 7 at 7:30 p.m. at Detroit’s Cliff Bell’s. Experience her unique fusion of jazz and Indian ragas live.
Cliff Bell’s

Detroit Symphony Orchestra’s Civic Youth Ensembles present an all-day concert on Sunday, November 8, at 1 p.m. at Orchestra Hall in Detroit. Ten groups—string orchestras, wind ensembles, and jazz bands—share the stage; tickets are $15.
Orchestra Hall

Charu Suri, a pioneer of raga jazz, performs on Sunday, November 8, at 5:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. She blends Indian ragas with traditional jazz for a unique sound.
Cliff Bell’s

Three-time JUNO-winning Canadian vocalist Caity Gyorgy brings bebop and swing on Sunday, November 8, with sets at 6 and 8:30 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Two sets in an intimate jazz room; Dinner & Show is $95 with table reservations available.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Hiss Golden Messenger, the Americana project led by North Carolina songwriter M.C. Taylor, plays The Ark in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 8 p.m. Warm, introspective songs blending folk, country, soul, and gospel. Tickets $29; website/phone show all-in pricing with MUTO fee, or buy in person at The Ark with no added fees. VIP package available.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

"All-Star Tribute to Joe Sample: Detroit" is a special musical performance celebrating the legendary musician's career. Led by bassist Nick Sample, Joe Sample's son, the event showcases the artist's versatile legacy, from the Crusaders' hits to his lesser-known works.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Black Violin brings The Be Free Tour to the Masonic Jack White Theatre at the Masonic Temple in Detroit on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 7 p.m. Two classically trained string players and a DJ fuse classical, hip-hop, funk, and jazz, with Jon Muq opening. Tickets via the venue; all ages.
Masonic Temple Detroit

Multi-instrumentalist Damon Terrell plays two sets on Thursday, November 12, at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. Detroit-born, he blends funk jazz with touches of rock, blues, and Latin. Tickets $25.
Cliff Bell’s

Flutist Bryan Guarnuccio plays a flower-themed recital on Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m. at MacArthur Recital Hall in Flint. The set nods to Michigan’s native plant life, with music by Schubert, Yuko Ubeyashi, and Gary Schocker.
MacArthur Recital Hall, 1025 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI, 48503, United States

Student musicians from the Civic Youth Ensemble’s Civic Jazz Orchestra, led by Anthony Stanco, open the DSO’s Paradise Jazz Series on Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m. at The Cube in Detroit. Strong young jazz voices, tickets $15.
The Cube, Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center

Laura-Simone, a 20-year-old bassist and vocalist, plays Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m. (two sets at 7 and 9) at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. She’s played BBC Proms, Carnegie Hall, and Monterey Jazz Festival—catch her up close for a $25 cover, with table reservations available.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Chris Codish Trio plays jazz, funk, and blues on Friday, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. Codish is a 40-time Detroit Music Awards winner. Tickets $25.
Cliff Bell’s

Kenny G is one of the best-selling instrumental musicians of modern times, with over 75 million records sold and 1.5 billion streams worldwide. He has earned numerous awards including a Grammy, and has produced multiple platinum albums.
6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd.

Led by trumpeter-composer Kris Johnson, the Paradise Theatre Big Band plays Orchestra Hall in Detroit on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 8 p.m. Expect innovative, hard-hitting, genre-bending big band that honors the past; tickets are $25.55–$108.95.
Orchestra Hall

Award-winning trumpeter Curtis Taylor plays two sets on Saturday, November 14, at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. He’s featured on Gregory Porter’s Grammy-winning Liquid Spirit. Tickets are $25.
Cliff Bell’s

The Verve Pipe plays Saturday, November 14, at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. Michigan alt‑rock vets behind The Freshmen and Photograph. Tickets: $35.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Detroit R&B/soul vocalist Monique Ella Rose plays two sets on Sunday, November 15, at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. Expect powerhouse vocals with deep Motown roots; doors open at 4 p.m. for dinner. Tickets $25.
Cliff Bell’s

The Triumvirate, an Ann Arbor jazz trio, plays two sets on Sunday, November 15, at 6 and 7:30 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. High-energy, hard-swinging takes on standards plus originals; $25 cover.
Blue LLama Jazz Club
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