“Stylized folk balladry, nocturnal narratives and closing time croons burn with the romanticism of Jeff Buckley.” -Jeff Milo, Real Detroit Weekly Every Sunday Brunch, piano-man Jarrod Champion plays early American music including New Orleans-style jazz, jump blues, early soul, rock and roll, swing-country and mix’s…

2017 is proving Quick Trio's busiest year yet, with the group playing monthly gigs at Toledo venues the Ye Olde Durty Bird & The Pub at The Paula Brown Shop. Also appearing regularly at NINE at Hensville, Gathered Glassblowing Studio, Cliff Bell's and the Toledo Country…

Alexis Lombre is a young jazz pianist who discovered early that the true essence of music is not just about what you hear but how music makes you feel. Her musical mission is to keep the ‘Soul’ in music alive. The recent release of her…

Paul Carey Organ Trio featuring Shawn McDonald- no cover. Guitarist Paul will bring an organ trio featuring vocalist/organist Shawn McDonald that will perform jazz & blues tunes. Paul's son Max will be on drums. Paul & Shawn have toured throughout the US, Canada & Europe…

Wayne State University’s long history of producing world class musicians is one of the great attributes for the City of Detroit. Hosted by Professor Chris Collins, the WSU Director of Jazz Studies.  WSU students will on the Cliff Bell's.

Jeff is finishing his masters in jazz studies at WSU and is a fine young string bassist. He is also the chief arranger for the band Midtown Sounds and appears around the city with Tbone Paxton and also the Gary Greenfelder Orchestra.

Revered as both a torchbearer and a storyteller, jazz vocalist Vanessa Rubin possesses a voice hailed for crystalline clarity, hearth-like warmth and playful lioness sass. The Cleveland native brings a wealth of diverse influences to her vocal performance from both the Trinidadian/Caribbean roots of her…

“Stylized folk balladry, nocturnal narratives and closing time croons burn with the romanticism of Jeff Buckley.” -Jeff Milo, Real Detroit Weekly Every Sunday Brunch, piano-man Jarrod Champion plays early American music including New Orleans-style jazz, jump blues, early soul, rock and roll, swing-country and mix’s…

Alexis Lombre is a young jazz pianist who discovered early that the true essence of music is not just about what you hear but how music makes you feel. Her musical mission is to keep the ‘Soul’ in music alive. The recent release of her…

Mike Monford & Effervescence bring a unique performance experience with a classic Jazz foundation layered with Avant Garde, Hip Hop, and Soul.

Pianist/arranger Scott Gwinnell leads one of the top Big bands in Detroit and has a first Thursday of the month residency at Cliff Bell's. Each month he invites student groups to be showcased at these performances. This month it is the Detroit Country Day HS/Middle…

Jeff is finishing his masters in jazz studies at WSU and is a fine young string bassist. He is also the chief arranger for the band Midtown Sounds and appears around the city with Tbone Paxton and also the Gary Greenfelder Orchestra.

The Sean Dobbins Organ Quartet will feature music from their latest CD The Journey as well as other jazz standards with an original twist. The show will also include a performance featuring the premier rising stars in the Detroit area.

Evan Mercer, 23, studied at Wayne State University for Jazz Studies and has played piano since he was 5 years old. Having studied under names such as Matt Michaels, Cliff Monear, and Rob Pipho, he offers a fresh perspective on old standards while writing new…

Audiences throughout the Midwest have known for some time that recording artist, songwriter and entertaining jazz vocalist Ramona Collins is one of the region’s true music treasures. Ms. Collins is an artist of substance without pretension who captivates her audiences during live performances. Her performance…

“Stylized folk balladry, nocturnal narratives and closing time croons burn with the romanticism of Jeff Buckley.” -Jeff Milo, Real Detroit Weekly Every Sunday Brunch, piano-man Jarrod Champion plays early American music including New Orleans-style jazz, jump blues, early soul, rock and roll, swing-country and mix’s…

Alexis Lombre is a young jazz pianist who discovered early that the true essence of music is not just about what you hear but how music makes you feel. Her musical mission is to keep the ‘Soul’ in music alive. The recent release of her…

Born and raised in Mexico City and a graduate of Loyola University New Orleans (BM Jazz, Minor in Philosophy, Magna Cum Laude, 2011), and Northwestern University (MM Jazz, June, 2013), drummer Gustavo Cortiñas has developed a successful career in the US for close to a decade,…

Jeff is finishing his masters in jazz studies at WSU and is a fine young string bassist. He is also the chief arranger for the band Midtown Sounds and appears around the city with Tbone Paxton and also the Gary Greenfelder Orchestra.

Bassist John Barron performing music from his acclaimed CD Moods, featuring Dale Grisa (keys), Ron Pangborn (drums) and Kris Kurzawa (guitar). Special guest for the evening will be vocalist Jill Jack, winner of the 2017 Detroit Music Award for best jazz recording, Pure Imagination. www.johnbarronmusic.com

Evan Mercer, 23, studied at Wayne State University for Jazz Studies and has played piano since he was 5 years old. Having studied under names such as Matt Michaels, Cliff Monear, and Rob Pipho, he offers a fresh perspective on old standards while writing new…

Roger L. Jones II is a native of Flint Mi.  Since 1989 he has worked professionally with various artists in the USA, Japan, and Turkey.  Roger discovered his musical abilities when he was a youngster at church.  His gospel background provided a spring board to…

The Southeastern Music Academy has an outstanding music faculty – successful performers with strong academic credentials that perform regularly with professional groups. This talented group of instructors hope to help all levels of students achieve their goals in a fun and encouraging atmosphere. Hosted by…

Wayne State University’s long history of producing world class musicians is one of the great attributes for the City of Detroit. Hosted by Professor Chris Collins, the WSU Director of Jazz Studies.  WSU students will perform on the stage at Cliff Bell's.

Alexis Lombre is a young jazz pianist who discovered early that the true essence of music is not just about what you hear but how music makes you feel. Her musical mission is to keep the ‘Soul’ in music alive. The recent release of her…

Jacob Schwandt Trio: This is part of our on-going Wednesday Jazz Guitar Series, Jake is a strong young guitarist in demand with elder statesmen like Wendell Harrison when not leading his own groups.

Brandon Williams With influences that range from Coltrane, to J. Dilla, to Ivan Lins, to Radiohead, you never know what you'll get with this Grammy-nominated musician. What you are guaranteed is great music from the heart and soul with lots of energy attached. In his…

Jeff is finishing his masters in jazz studies at WSU and is a fine young string bassist. He is also the chief arranger for the band Midtown Sounds and appears around the city with Tbone Paxton and also the Gary Greenfelder Orchestra.

NYC organist, Brian Charette, is a Grammy Nominated, Hammond Endorsed organist, currently #4 on the Down Beat Critic's Poll for organ. For his Cliff Bell's show, Charette will team up with his Hammond Brother, Jim Alfredson, and Detroit Native Jordan Young. The group uses a…

Evan Mercer, 23, studied at Wayne State University for Jazz Studies and has played piano since he was 5 years old. Having studied under names such as Matt Michaels, Cliff Monear, and Rob Pipho, he offers a fresh perspective on old standards while writing new…

“Stylized folk balladry, nocturnal narratives and closing time croons burn with the romanticism of Jeff Buckley.” -Jeff Milo, Real Detroit Weekly Every Sunday Brunch, piano-man Jarrod Champion plays early American music including New Orleans-style jazz, jump blues, early soul, rock and roll, swing-country and mix’s…

Owen Broder - saxophones Ethan Helm - saxophones Chris Ziemba - piano Ethan O'Reilly - bass Matt Honor - drums Cowboys & Frenchmen is a new take on instrumentation, orchestration, and composition for the jazz quintet. The front line of two alto saxophones is the…