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New Orleans saxophonist Donald Harrison—recipient of the 2022 NEA Jazz Master award—plays with his quartet on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 8 p.m. at Aretha's Jazz Café at Music Hall in Detroit. Come for his trailblazing Nouveau Swing and deep New Orleans roots. Tickets available through the venue.
Aretha's Jazz Café at Music Hall

Detroit Public Library hosts a lecture on Chaka Khan—the Queen of Funk—on Tuesday, September 29, at 6 p.m. at Duffield | Detroit Public Library in Detroit. Perfect if you’re into soul and funk history.
Duffield | Detroit Public Library

The Paul Keller Orchestra performs live with vocalist Sara D'Angelo in Ann Arbor at 2070 W. Stadium Blvd. The event features a collaborative musical concert with orchestral and vocal performances.
2070 W.Stadium Blvd Ann Arbor, MI 48105

The Piano & Chamber Music Festival fills Flint's Dort Music Center on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 5 p.m.: Iskander Zakirov leads a piano workshop, followed by a concert in the Anderson Room. It's free and open to the public, so just show up and listen.
Dort Music Center

World Ballet Company brings Swan Lake with a live orchestra to the Whiting Auditorium in Flint on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 7 p.m.. Expect 50 international dancers, more than 150 hand-sewn costumes and Tchaikovsky's score played live, from the Dance of the Little Swans to the Black Swan's 32 fouettés. Recommended for ages 5 and up.
Whiting Auditorium, 123 Whiting Street, Flint, MI, 12345, United States

Opening Night Concert: Joshua Bell Plays Lalo — concert at Orchestra Hall, Detroit.
Orchestra Hall

Ian Finkelstein is a pianist, producer, DJ, and composer who stands out as a leading figure among Detroit's next generation jazz innovators. Renowned for his virtuosity and dynamic performances, he has gained a diverse audience from Detroit to international stages.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Saxophonist Kasan Belgrave showcases his emerging compositional leadership and a dynamic sound at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. The band members collectively represent the heritage of Detroit jazz mentorship, delivering an innovative blend of bebop, fusion, and gospel influences.
Cliff Bell’s

The GUD Band is a Detroit-based live band blending soul, blues, and jazz with elements of R&B, funk, and gospel. Their energetic performances combine smooth vocals and top-notch musicianship to create a lively and memorable musical experience.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Laith Al-Saadi, a finalist of NBC's 'The Voice' Season 10, offers a vibrant mix of blues, soul, and classic rock. Trained at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, he has performed with legendary artists. This event is an annual tradition at The Ark in Ann Arbor.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

The David Janeway Trio performed two sets at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Pianist David Janeway, originally from Detroit and with a significant career in New York, has collaborated with many renowned artists. The trio showcased telepathic interplay with renditions of jazz standards, luminous ballads, and Janeway's original compositions.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Theo Gridiron Spight gives a live performance at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort in Mount Pleasant, bringing Motor City soul influenced by blues-rock and gospel. The show follows the Detroit Lions vs. Buffalo Bills game and takes place late at night.
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort

There and Back Again is performed by a quartet featuring Joaquin Moore Galvan on saxophone, Milo Stout on piano, Daphne Titterington on bass, and Max Welterlen on drums. These University of Michigan students present their compositions and arrangements of jazz, R&B, and pop standards.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

Ben Sharkey is a prominent live entertainer in Detroit, known for his unique blend of classic jazz, soul, pop, and contemporary styles. His performance at Cliff Bell’s features original songs and classic hits, characterized by passionate and artful delivery.
Cliff Bell’s

NE-YO and Keyshia Cole, two influential R&B artists, performed together in Mount Pleasant. NE-YO is a three-time Grammy winner, songwriter, and actor, while Keyshia Cole is known as the 'Princess of Hip-Hop Soul,' with numerous hits and accolades.
6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd.

Chicago's The Claudettes have released six albums, blending American roots music, blues, R&B, punk energy, and film noir ambiance into a unique 'garage cabaret' sound acclaimed worldwide for its heartfelt musicianship and theatrical flair.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Detroit-based saxophonist, composer, and engineer David Steele leads the jazz collective ChromaSynthesis, blending hard bop, fusion, gospel, hip hop, rock, and R&B. The performance takes place at Cliff Bell’s, with a lineup featuring multiple saxophones, trumpet, keyboards, bass, and drums.
Cliff Bell’s

At the Blue LLama Jazz Club, a special event featured a five-course dinner paired with Two James Spirits cocktails, followed by a live performance from Evening Star. The band plays a blend of jazz, neo-soul, Afro-Cuban, spirituals, and hip-hop with an Afro-futuristic style.
Blue LLama Jazz Club
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