Community Calendar

Blues and boogie-woogie pianist Mark Lincoln Braun has become one of the premiere purveyors of a vanishing art. Having learned his craft first-hand from the early masters, he is a rare living link to the first generation of blues and boogie pianists. Steeped in the rich legacy of this tremendously exciting music, Mr. B learned directly from blues and boogie legends like Little Brother Montgomery, Boogie Woogie Red, and Blind John Davis.

Local 10-piece big band led by tubaist Chris Smith that specializes in the music of the late 20s and early 30s associated with Jelly Roll Morton and King Oliver. Very friendly audience. Excellent for listening and dancing. No food service, but you can bring or order in - full bar available.

Blues and boogie-woogie pianist Mark Lincoln Braun has become one of the premiere purveyors of a vanishing art. Having learned his craft first-hand from the early masters, he is a rare living link to the first generation of blues and boogie pianists. Steeped in the rich legacy of this tremendously exciting music, Mr. B learned directly from blues and boogie legends like Little Brother Montgomery, Boogie Woogie Red, and Blind John Davis.

In demand for both educational programs and concert performances, he has performed coast to coast and throughout Europe, Canada, Mexico, and South America. In 2002 and 2016, he was a guest artist at the Irving S. Gilmore International Keyboard Festival. He is also the organizer of the annual Mr. Bʼs Blues and Boogie Piano Celebration that attracts major figures in the blues and jazz piano world to Ann Arbor for collaborative performances with Mr. B. $10 Cover.

Djangophonique is a virtuosic, instrumentally driven quartet led by guitar player Andrew Brown. With over a decade of national touring experience, Brown is no stranger to the stage and delivers every performance with personality and enigmatic charm. A true disciple of the style, Brown has spent countless hours immersing himself in the language of Django Reinhardt’s jazz manouche, and he’s joined on stage by bandmates that match his skill and passion for the material. The result is a sound that’s unmistakable to fans of the music, and alluring to the uninitiated—a sound that can bring the lively energy of a parisian dance hall to the quietest listening room or captivate a buzzing festival audience with a shimmering ballad. With respect for the tradition and a fearless creativity that bends the conventions of the style, Djangophonique is keeping the Hot Club revival alive and well.

$10 Cover

Father’s Day Brunch, a fundraiser for the Michigan Jazz Festival, will be held on Sunday, June 18th at the VisTaTech Center at Schoolcraft College at 18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia MI 48152. The Gourmet Brunch Buffet will be served from Noon to 1pm and will be provided by the fabulous Schoolcraft Culinary Arts program. The concert is from Noon to 2:30 pm and features vocalist Barbara Ware with the Cliff Monear Trio and special guest Dave Tatrow. Tickets are $45 and must be purchased in advance by June 9th. See our website: www.michiganjazzfestival.org for ticket purchase information or call 734-462-4403.