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SUMMARY:Sunday Brunch w/ Jarrod Champion
DESCRIPTION:Jarrod Champion is a self-taught pianist\, vocalist\, organist\, songwritier and multi-instrumentalist. Born in a suburb east of Detroit\, Michigan\, he’s the son of two working class parents\, both trained pianists. \nOriginally based in rock and roll\, Jarrod eventually spread out into the prominent jazz\, blues and traditional country/folk circuits found in and around Detroit. He has come to identify in large part with early New Orleans jazz\, blues and soul music while retaining the smokey\, bar-room romanticism he’s become known for.\nHe is and has been a member of numerous musical groups in the Detroit area and has toured both nationally and internationally in his career. \nJarrod is an active live and studio session musician and has written music for stage plays\, films and video productions. He also writes and performs original music under his own name\, fronts his own ensembles across many various genres\, and can be found in top jazz\, blues and rock establishments in and around the city of Detroit and beyond.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/sunday-brunch-w-jarrod-champion-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190825T220000
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SUMMARY:Daniel Meinecke Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Daniel Meinecke is a Toledo native pianist who spent years in Detroit and now lives in New Orleans. Mr. Meinecke returns to Cliff Bell’s to present his latest project: The Daniel Meinecke Ensemble. He was a recipient of the 2016 New Voices Award from the Detroit Jazz Festival for his music inspired by experiences in Panama and creating music with the great Danilo Perez. Mr. Meinecke will present this concert in a trio format featuring great Detroit musicians Nate Winn on Drums and Rocco Popielarski on Bass.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/daniel-meinecke-ensemble-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190826T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190826T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194516
CREATED:20190826T153804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142608Z
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SUMMARY:Cliff Bells Detroit Jazz Festival Late Show
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URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/cliff-bells-detroit-jazz-festival-late-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190829T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190829T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194516
CREATED:20190618T172032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142600Z
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SUMMARY:Paxton/Spangler Septet
DESCRIPTION:RJ Spangler & Tbone Paxton a bring band with a twist: in addition to their usual mix of Fats Waller\, Louis Jordan as well as New Orleans trad jazz and funk\, they will throw in some gems from South Africa and the cosmic master\, Sun Ra. So everything from blues to the Great American Song Book to modal jazz\, all on the eve of the Detroit Jazz Festival. \nThe septet will feature a front line of Goode Which III & Dan Bennett on saxes & Tbone on ‘bone & vocals\, plus Matt LoRusso on guitar\, Jeff Cuny on bass\, Sean Permutter on drums and RJ on congas and percussion. A cosmic jazz party.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/paxton-spangler-septet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190830T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190831T020000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194516
CREATED:20190813T193651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142604Z
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SUMMARY:Cliff Bells Late Show/Jam Session Hosted by De'Sean Jones
DESCRIPTION:Visionary Detroit saxophonist\, composer\, and bandleader\, De’Sean Jones has already done more in his 20s than most musicians hope to accomplish by age 50. \nHis music combines the new and the classic sides of jazz which includes Funk\, Hip Hop\, Bebop and Soul. All tastefully worked in. After participating in the DSO’s Civic Jazz program and graduating from Detroit’s High School for the Performing Arts\, Jones studied at Michigan State under Rodney Whitaker. He then attended the prestigious Oberlin Conservatory of Music. \nHis mentors include the great trumpeter/educator\, Marcus Belgrave and the late\, highly regarded Detroit saxophonist\, Donald Walden. He also mentored with electronic music pioneer Mike Banks\, creator of Detroit’s world-renowned Underground Resistance\, who he’s played with for several years now. \nJones said\, “I feel very fortunate and blessed. This city’s mentorship extends beyond the music. They give advice on life matters; they’re life coaches. When I’m out there playing\, I’m actually representing all of the people who have endorsed me.”\nhttps://www.DeSeanJones.com \nThe show will be opened by the Cliff Bell’s Resident Duo (piano & bass)\, from 9:30 to 10:30). Two exciting young Detroit players! \nLive jazz from 5:30 pm to 2 pm\, a mini jazz festival at Cliff Bell’s!
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/cliff-bells-detroit-jazz-festival-late-show-jam-session-hosted-by-desean-jones/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190831T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190901T020000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194516
CREATED:20190813T194208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142604Z
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SUMMARY:Cliff Bells Late Show/Jam Session Hosted by De'Sean Jones
DESCRIPTION:e’Sean Jones & KNMDK live featuring special guests the Gabriel Brass Band. \nVisionary Detroit saxophonist\, composer\, and bandleader\, De’Sean Jones has already done more in his 20s than most musicians hope to accomplish by age 50.\nHis music combines the new and the classic sides of jazz which includes Funk\, Hip Hop\, Bebop and Soul. All tastefully worked in. After participating in the DSO’s Civic Jazz program and graduating from Detroit’s High School for the Performing Arts\, Jones studied at Michigan State under Rodney Whitaker. He then attended the prestigious Oberlin Conservatory of Music.\nHis mentors include the great trumpeter/educator\, Marcus Belgrave and the late\, highly regarded Detroit saxophonist\, Donald Walden. He also mentored with electronic music pioneer Mike Banks\, creator of Detroit’s world-renowned Underground Resistance\, who he’s played with for several years now.\nJones said\, “I feel very fortunate and blessed. This city’s mentorship extends beyond the music. They give advice on life matters; they’re life coaches. When I’m out there playing\, I’m actually representing all of the people who have endorsed me.”\nhttps://www.DeSeanJones.com \nThe Gabriel Brass Band is a family tradition that has been passed down for six generations. Beginning with patriarch Narcisse Gabriel\, a bass player whom migrated to New Orleans from Santo Domingo in 1856.\nCousins Dameon Gabriel (trumpet)\, Larry Gabriel (banjo and grand marshal)\, Marcel Gabriel (bass drum)\, Darryl Johnson (grand marshal)\, and a few friends have picked up the baton\, continuing the exciting fun-filled brass band second line tradition in the metro Detroit area.\nThe Gabriel Brass Band honors rich history of New Orleans music while delivering a joyful sound that excites the modern ear.\nThis Motor City music family maintains a living connection to New Orleans family members Charlie Gabriel (Preservation Hall Jazz Band) and Louis Ford maintaining our roots back home in the Crescent City as they all move musically into the future.\nhttps://www.musicpage.com/gabrielbrassband \nThe show will be opened by the Cliff Bell’s Resident Duo (piano & bass)\, from 9:30 to 10:30). Two exciting young Detroit players!
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/cliff-bells-detroit-jazz-festival-late-show-jam-session-hosted-by-desean-jones-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190901T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190901T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194516
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SUMMARY:Sunday Brunch w. Jarrod Champion
DESCRIPTION:Jarrod Champion is a self-taught pianist\, vocalist\, organist\, songwritier and multi-instrumentalist. Born in a suburb east of Detroit\, Michigan\, he’s the son of two working class parents\, both trained pianists. \nOriginally based in rock and roll\, Jarrod eventually spread out into the prominent jazz\, blues and traditional country/folk circuits found in and around Detroit. He has come to identify in large part with early New Orleans jazz\, blues and soul music while retaining the smokey\, bar-room romanticism he’s become known for.\nHe is and has been a member of numerous musical groups in the Detroit area and has toured both nationally and internationally in his career. \nJarrod is an active live and studio session musician and has written music for stage plays\, films and video productions. He also writes and performs original music under his own name\, fronts his own ensembles across many various genres\, and can be found in top jazz\, blues and rock establishments in and around the city of Detroit and beyond. \n(new photo by Jeff Dunn)
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/sunday-brunch-w-jarrod-champion-11/2019-09-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190901T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190902T020000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194516
CREATED:20190813T194806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142605Z
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SUMMARY:Cliff Bells Late Show/Jam Session Hosted by De'Sean Jones
DESCRIPTION:Visionary Detroit saxophonist\, composer\, and bandleader\, De’Sean Jones has already done more in his 20s than most musicians hope to accomplish by age 50. \nHis music combines the new and the classic sides of jazz which includes Funk\, Hip Hop\, Bebop and Soul. All tastefully worked in. After participating in the DSO’s Civic Jazz program and graduating from Detroit’s High School for the Performing Arts\, Jones studied at Michigan State under Rodney Whitaker. He then attended the prestigious Oberlin Conservatory of Music. \nHis mentors include the great trumpeter/educator\, Marcus Belgrave and the late\, highly regarded Detroit saxophonist\, Donald Walden. He also mentored with electronic music pioneer Mike Banks\, creator of Detroit’s world-renowned Underground Resistance\, who he’s played with for several years now.\nJones said\, “I feel very fortunate and blessed. This city’s mentorship extends beyond the music. They give advice on life matters; they’re life coaches. When I’m out there playing\, I’m actually representing all of the people who have endorsed me.”\nhttps://www.DeSeanJones.com \nMike Mitchell aka Blaque Dynamite began playing the drums at the early age of 2. Since then\, he has learned to adapt to many styles of music\, has studied theory intensely as well as practiced 16\,862 hours! He was formally introduced to jazz at the age of 14\, which spurred his passion for the genre. By the age of 17\, he had performed/toured with Kamasi Washington\, Chrisette Michele\, Derrick Hodge\, Gerald Clayton\, Antonio Hart\, Spirit Fingers (formerly known as The Polyrhythmics)\, Seven Davis Jr.\, The New World Order\, and the legendary Stanley Clarke.\nhttps://www.blaquedynamite.com \nThe show will be opened by the Cliff Bell’s Resident Duo (piano & bass)\, from 9:30 to 10:30). Two exciting young Detroit players!
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/cliff-bells-detroit-jazz-festival-late-show-jam-session-hosted-by-desean-jones-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190905T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190905T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194516
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SUMMARY:Carey Frank/Jim Alfredson Trio
DESCRIPTION:Originally from South Florida\, Carey Frank is now living in Los Angeles\, CA as an active musician\, working as a soloist and with various other musicians\, genres\, and groups. He has worked with the likes of Tedeschi Trucks Band\, Susan Tedeschi\, Derek Trucks\, Hot Tuna\, The Wood Brothers\, Marty Morell\, Ndugu Chancler\, Marshall Tucker Band\, Eric Marienthal\, Jane Monheit\, Munyungo Jackson\, Dr. Lonnie Smith\, Larry Goldings\, Lenny Picket\, T Lavitz\, Martin Short\, Dan Aykroyd\, Josh Smith\, Eric Gales\, Peter Erskine\, Bruce Springsteen\, Social Distortion\, Drake Bell\, and Bob Mintzer. Prior to moving to Los Angeles\, Carey had a residency with Walt Disney World theme parks in Orlando\, FL. While completing the final semester of his Masters degree at the University of Southern California\, Carey released his self-produced debut album\, “Keep Smiling”\, a #1 best seller on Amazon Music in Cool Jazz. Carey released his 2nd solo album\, “Something To Remember Him By” featuring guitarist\, Bruce Forman the following year. Currently\, Carey is an active Los Angeles and touring performing artist\, recording artist\, arranger\, composer\, and teacher. You can see him performing solo piano\, Hammond organ\, keyboards\, and ukulele as well as performing with his bands; Strangers On a Saturday Night\, The Organ Donors\, Rumproller Organ Trio\, The White Blinds\, as well as with groups such as Tedeschi Trucks Band\, Jimmy Vivino\, Social Distortion\, Lucy Woodward\, Aubrey Logan\, Josh Smith\, Phat Cat Swingers\, and many more. Carey is also part of the piano faculty at Los Angeles College of Music (LACM) and Musician’s Institute (MI).
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/frank-carey-jim-alfredson-trio/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190906T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190906T235959
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SUMMARY:Private Event
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URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/private-event-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190907T203000
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SUMMARY:Evan Mercer Trio
DESCRIPTION:Our long-standing regular early Saturday piano trio series\, led by Evan\, a fine player who now tours throughout the world with soul diva Bettye LaVette. Samuel Chase Harris on bass & Jake Matthews on drums\, all three are graduates from WSU.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/evan-mercer-trio-13/2019-09-07/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190907T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190907T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194516
CREATED:20190618T164203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142600Z
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SUMMARY:Vanessa Rubin
DESCRIPTION: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 mother and traditional jazz by way of her Louisiana-born father. Additional homespun influences include the melodic bell tone clarity of a young Capital Records recording artist\, Nancy Wilson\, the fire of Lambert\, Hendricks & Ross\, the sweet sounds of trumpeter Blue Mitchell as well as her love of the Motown Sound…especially girl groups like the Supremes. \nRubin’s passion for rich musical stories are evidenced throughout her eight albums thus far plus numerous guest appearances. Highlights include the evocative “Voyager II” from the pen of Teri Thornton\, “Inside a Silent Tear” written by Blossom Dearie\, a refashioned waltz version of John Coltrane’s “Giant Steps” lyricized by New York Voices and an arrangement of “Superwoman” by Stevie Wonder insipired by the Ahmad Jamal recording of “Poinciana”. So while she has one foot planted in tradition – sticking close to timeless melodies and exquisite vocal forms – Rubin waxes adventurous\, embracing stories lesser told while employing lessons of acclaimed storytellers in song such as Carmen McRae\, Shirley Horn and Freddy Cole. “They mastered the art of believability”\, Rubin asserts. Additionally\, Rubin continues to back her way into The Blues with an urgent appreciation for soulful mentors like Etta Jones and Irene Reid. Also among her current endeavors is highlighting and interpreting well known\, obscure and new lyrical works of composer/arranger/pianist Tadd Dameron. “I hope to do for Tadd’s music what Carmen McRae did for Monk’s music”\, Rubin explained. \nVanessa’s journey to becoming a jazz singer could be said to have begun at an early age. She was characterized by her mother as always being “a very vocal child\,” and knew Vanessa would\, “do something with that big ol’ mouth of hers.” Coming from parents who valued academia\, discipline and hard work\, that “something” was meant to be law school. Attaining a BA from the The Ohio State School of Journalism in 1979 was not a disappointment. However\, her decision to pursue a career jazz singing did come as a surprise. Vanessa’s fascination with language coupled with her passion for music\, especially jazz\, pointed her on a collision course toward jazz performance. \nHer “a-ha” moment came during a college beauty pageant at which Vanessa was accompanied by a very young\, and even then\, a very capable Bobby Floyd of Columbus\, Ohio. Her first performance of a jazz evergreen\, the Billie Holiday original “God Bless The Child\,” garnered both rousing applause and the winning talent award. Most importantly though\, it awakened what Vanessa describes as “her calling.” “I fell in love with the moment\, the music\, the audience and the effect it had on them and me\,” Rubin remembers. \nVanessa’s first gigs began around 1980 in small clubs around Cleveland such as Tucker’s Place\, Bob’s Toast of the Town\, Lancer’s Steak House\, Club Isabella\, The Native Son and The Teal Lounge. Some early band mates included Wynn Bibbs\, Skip Gibson\, saxophonist and arranger Willie Smith\, Neal Creque\, Matthew “Chink” Stevenson and\, later\, the uniquely soulful organ quartet of The Blackshaw Brothers with Cecil Rucker on vibes. “We worked 8 days a week all over Cleveland catching the tail end of what was left over from the good old days\,” Rubin recalls. After two years\, Rubin was anxious to set her sights on New York where she earnestly and humbly soaked up the tutelage of many veterans like Pharaoh Sanders\, Frank Foster and Barry Harris. \nIn 1992\, Rubin signed to Novus/RCA Records recording five albums\, three of which reached #1 at radio. Her debut recording Soul Eyes (1992) was produced by the venerable Onaje Allen Gumbs. Her sophomore recording\, Pastiche (1993) showed off her horn like abilities interacting with an all-star sextet which included jazz legends Frank Foster and Cecil Bridgewater. I’m Glad There is You\, A Tribute to Carmen McRae (1994) followed\, finding Vanessa couched in beautiful string arrangements with jazz luminaries Kenny Burrell and Grover Washington. Her fourth release Vanessa Rubin Sings (1995) was intimately guitar based. It was easy to see Vanessa flourished on Novus with the muscle of parent company RCA Records behind her. However\, when the Novus label folded between her fourth and fifth recording option\, Vanessa was invited to stay on at RCA to record her fifth album\, New Horizons (1997) – a new more contemporary sound. This move\, predictably\, was not heralded by her jazz base but gained her a new audience with smooth jazz/NAC fans. She next recorded two mainstream CDs for Telarc Jazz: Language of Love (1999) and Girl Talk (2001). Full Circle (Creative Perspective Music – 2013)\, her most recent release\, is a joint project of Vanessa Rubin and saxophonist Don Braden\, both of whom are from the Midwest and share a deep appreciation for the Hammond B3. \nRubin has also grown to recognize the importance and advantage of writing. “When it comes to finding your style and sound\, it helps to have your own stories.” she shares. “And in order to do that\, you just have to live! I’ve always been conscientious about my choice of repertoire. Even more so now. I need something substantive and honest to sing.” A turning point was composing her first original\, “No Strings Attached”. Other originals by Rubin featured on her recordings are “Once Was Not Enough”\, “If You Ever Go Away” and “Are You Ready For Me?” She also penned the first set of lyrics to Frank Foster’s “Simone”\, Wayne Shorter’s “Speak No Evil” (vocally re-titled “All For One”) and Tadd Dameron’s “The Dream Is You” (vocally re-titled “Reveries Do Come True”).\nThat singing jazz would lead to acting was in no way a strange transition for Vanessa Rubin. “We are all actresses\,” Rubin remembers from a conversation with the Carmen McRae. “I’ve gotta have some drama\,” shared in another coveted conversation with Nancy Wilson. Both celebrated veterans ventured into acting for television and film. In their emboldened footsteps\, Rubin has enjoyed for several years now performing the play “Yesterdays: An Evening with Billie Holiday” written by Renee Upchurch and directed by Mr. Woodie King Jr. This one woman show about the life and music of the most legendary of jazz vocal immortals netted Ms. Rubin a 2011 nomination for a Kevin Klein Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical. \nRubin continues to be a favorite at jazz clubs and festivals here in the US and abroad. Her work as a producer and educator/clinician with youth in communities as well as in educational institutions worldwide is ongoing.\n“I understand now that my career is a calling\,” Vanessa concludes. “I do it not only because I want to…but because I have to. A lot is bubbling just beneath the surface…and I am no longer afraid to be naked.”
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/24665/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190908T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190908T203000
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SUMMARY:Speakeasy Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Speakeasy Sundays – 3rd Annual Silver Screen Tribute – Movie Theme Burlesque Show! \nSeptember 8 / Doors 7:30 & Show 8:30\nTickets $20-$35\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/speakeasy-sundays-3rd-annual-silver-screen-tribute-tickets-69648902743\nFeaturing:\nRed Rum\nEartha Kitten\nLeena Allure\nGurl Haggard\nMagenta Demure\nKitty Hawkk\nMiss Holly Hock \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/328130271265101/
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/speakeasy-sundays-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190910T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190910T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142558Z
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SUMMARY:PRIVATE EVENT
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URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/private-event-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190913T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190913T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190819T204616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142607Z
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SUMMARY:Jeff Cuny Trio
DESCRIPTION:Jeff Cuny is a fine string bassist. He is also the chief arranger & bassist for the Planet D Nonet and appears around the city with Tbone Paxton and also the Rhythm Society Orchestra. His fellow musicians include David Dunham on guitar & David Alvarez III on drums\, together they also lead the collective band Beartrap
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/jeff-cuny-trio-46/2019-09-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190917T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190917T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
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SUMMARY:PRIVATE EVENT
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URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/private-event-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190922T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190619T165124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142600Z
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SUMMARY:Oakland University Faculty Jazz Collective
DESCRIPTION:Sean Dobbins and the jazz professors from Oakland University will present a concert.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/oakland-university-faculty-jazz-collective-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190922T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190922T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190603T202729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142554Z
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SUMMARY:The Ryan Bills Quartet
DESCRIPTION:The Ryan Bills Quartet is a group of Wayne State students and alumni dedicated to providing a sophisticated yet enjoyable interpretation of the swing tradition. Emphasis is placed on group communication within individual improvisation\, following in the tradition set by the greats such as Lester Young\, Sonny Rollins\, etc. into a more modern treatment by groups led by Joshua Redman and Joe Lovano. The Quartet aims to reassert the accessibility of swing while never losing sight of the convictions that make modern jazz something to celebrate.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-ryan-bills-quartet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190926T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190926T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190616T174242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142558Z
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SUMMARY:PRIVATE EVENT
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/priavte-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190927T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190927T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190617T185507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142600Z
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SUMMARY:The Yao/Smith/Hughes Sextet
DESCRIPTION:The Yao Smith Hughes Sextet brings a fresh\, new set of original compositions\nfollowing in the footsteps of the straight-ahead jazz tradition of Detroit. \nHard-bopping melodies\, tight 3-horn arrangements\, colorful voicings\, driving swing feel and soulful grooves are all trademarks of\nThe Gates. \nTrumpeter Jimmy Smith and saxophonist James Hughes of Detroit are joined by New York trombonist John Yao to form a co-led ensemble. They each are band leaders in their own right\, but set all that aside to collaborate on this 2019 recording. \nIt was the music that brought them together.\nBesides fresh and intriguing improvisers\, they are formidable composers with\nample portfolios. After hearing each other on recordings\, they knew that their\nsounds would meld and that their compositions would blend to make a distinct and\ncongruent album. Subdued to passionate\, cerebral to fiery\, gritty to refined\, the \nYao Smith Hughes Sextet brings it!
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-yao-smith-hughes-sextet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190929T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190711T164822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142603Z
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SUMMARY:Kyle Green Trio
DESCRIPTION:Kyle Green is a Europe-based American guitarist\, composer\, and educator. Kyle has performed\, recorded\, and/or toured with musical artist from all over the world including:\nKin Organ Trio – Recording Artists\, Raymond Cousins – Recording Artist (Frank Sinatra\, Jaco Pastorius)\, Brian Donohoe – (Progger\, Snarky Puppy)\, Andrew Neesley – (Bobby Sanabria Big Band\, Jesus On The Mainline)\, Julia Chen – Jazz Recording Artist Kenneth Salters – Jazz Recording Artist\, Jeremy Viner – (Bing & Ruth\, John Hollenbeck Large Ensemble\, Battle trance)\, Nacho Labrada – Jazz Recording Artist\, Brad Cheeseman – Juno-nominated Bassist & Composer\, Baris Buyukyildirim – (Rolando Matias)\, Greg Chudzig – Jazz Recording Artist\, Pablo Valotta – Jazz Recording Artist\, Brendan Finnegan – Toca Percussion Artist\, Danny Sher – Jazz Recording Artist\, Leon Boykins– Jazz Recording Artist MacDonald Bros – UK Recording Artist\, Sarah A Factor – Canadian Recording Artist\, Audra Isadora – USA Recording Artist\, Leonor Falcon – Jazz Recording Artist\, Eva Lawitts – Recording artist (Stimmerman\, Sister Helen)\, Sana Nagano – Jazz Recording Artist.\nKyle Received his formal music education from GVSU\, a State University in Michigan\, and the City University of New York. While studying\, Kyle also received private tutelage from Gilad Hekselman\, Julian Lage\, Adam Rogers\, Jack Wilkins\, and Zvonimir Tot.\nAs an educator\, Kyle is passionate about helping students achieve their musical goals. Whether prepping a student for university entrance auditions\, teaching music teachers how to effectively instruct a guitar class\, or showing a rock star more advanced theory\, Kyle has the focus and patience to develop practice habits\, with his students\, that extend beyond their guitar lessons and yield the desired results. In the past\, Kyle has taught for Calvin College in Michigan\, New York City Guitar School\, and The Midori Music Foundation in Manhattan\, New York.\nWhen not on tour\, Kyle can be found playing the clubs of New York City and Portugal.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/kyle-greens-organ-trio/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191003T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190620T182307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142601Z
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SUMMARY:The Sam Copperman Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Known for his bluesy authenticity and soulful virtuosity\, California born bassist Sam Copperman is a natural talent and hardworking professional. He began playing bass at 8-years-old\, and started his career playing for local jazz and rock groups by the time he was 15. \nIn 2008 he left the coast behind for East Lansing\, Michigan to study with renowned bassist Rodney Whitaker. During his time at Michigan State University\, he earned his bachelor’s degree in jazz studies in 2012 and a Master’s in 2015. In 2014 he joined the legacy of jazz ambassadors touring internationally as a member of Anthony Stanco and the Crucial Elements. He currently lives and works in Detroit.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-sam-copperman-quartet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191005T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191005T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190805T233219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142604Z
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SUMMARY:Closed for Private event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/closed-for-private-event-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191010T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190817T204857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142606Z
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SUMMARY:Scott Gwinnell Jazz Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Scott is a band-leader\, composer/arranger\, pianist\, and educator. \nAs a performer\, Scott has played on over 20 professionally released recordings including 5 under his own name. Basement Vibes (2002)\, Scott Gwinnell Trio (2006)\, the award-winning Brush Fire (2008)\, Cass Corridor Story (2011- Detroit Music Factory) and Mulgrew-ology (2018- Detroit Music Factory). Scott has toured/recorded/performed with the following jazz luminaries: Joe Lovano\, Dizzy Gillespie\, Dave Liebman\, Richie Cole\, Jimmy Heath\, Billy Hart\, Terry Gibbs\, John Clayton\, Steve Turre\, Marcus Belgrave\, and Jon Hendricks\, for whom Scott was three year music director. \nAs a composer/arranger\, Scott has written over 400 works\, from solo piano\, big band\, symphony orchestra\, to marching band. He has received awards/recognition from Downbeat Magazine\, International Association of Jazz Educators\, and Detroit Music Awards\, who have granted him 11 awards over the past 10 years. Scott writes for his 16-piece big band\, “The Scott Gwinnell Jazz Orchestra”\, and the 10 piece\, “The Scott Gwinnell Dectet”. Both have held residency at Cliff Bells\, one of Detroit’s famous jazz clubs. \nAs an educator\, Scott’s credentials and reputation have led him to full and part time collegiate professorships at: University of Toledo\, Bowling Green State University\, Wayne County Community College\, and Oakland University\, where he presently serves as a lecturer\, instructor of jazz piano\, theory\, arranging and director of the Oakland University Jazz Singers. Scott is also the director for Music Hall’s Jazz Vocal Education Program. He has given clinics and adjudicated at schools and festivals around the country\, and holds a private studio for a select group of talented pianists\, composers\, and arrangers. \nThe Oxford high school band will open for Scott’s Jazz Orchestra.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/scott-gwinnell-jazz-orchestra-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191011T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191011T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190805T232844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142604Z
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SUMMARY:The Mark Moultrup Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Mark Moultrup is a keyboardist\, composer\, arranger\, vocalist\, and educator originally from Detroit and after living in Chicago\, now resides in St Petersburg\, FL.\nMany of his compositions are featured on his cds\, and have also been heard on PRI\, college stations\, promo spots\, children’s CD’s and national television. \nMark’s 7 CD releases have had extensive airplay on NPR and were reviewed by Jazz Times\, All About Jazz\, Chicago Jazz Magazine\, and many others. He produces his own CDs and has written arrangements for a variety of ensembles from trio to big band\, and vocal. \nHe teaches private lessons and has been active in schools\, teaching\, arranging\, and music directing for musical theater. \nMark has always been a full-time working musician. Venues include work in jazz clubs\, festivals\, musical theater\, with orchestras\, in churches\, studios\, dance clubs\, private and corporate functions\, and has performed throughout the United States\, and abroad\nHe has performed at the Detroit International Jazz Festival 11 times\, including 4 appearances with his own group. \nMark has shared the stage and or recorded with a diverse array of internationally known artists from the genres of jazz\, pop\, funk\, and musical theater. \nwww.markmoultrup.com \nMark’s group will feature veterans Walter White on trpt\, Dave Taylor on drums\, Dan Kolton and Rob Foster on sax.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-mark-moultrup-quintet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191012T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190814T155701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142606Z
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SUMMARY:Evan Mercer Trio
DESCRIPTION:Our long-standing regular early Saturday piano trio series\, led by Evan\, a fine player who now tours throughout the world with soul diva Bettye LaVette. Samuel Chase Harris on bass & Jake Matthews on drums\, all three are graduates from WSU.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/evan-mercer-trio-14/2019-10-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191013T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190909T190444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142608Z
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SUMMARY:Tbone Paxton & RJ Spangler Band
DESCRIPTION:Lifelong buddy’s RJ Spangler & Tbone Paxton started working together in 1980 with a very popular band around Detroit called the Sun Messengers. They toured the east coast\, Midwest and deep south for a number of years. Back then Tbone was awarded a Motor City Music Award for best trombonist. Since that time\, he has also become quite an engaging vocalist. In fact\, he has been nominated the last two years as best jazz vocalist at the Detroit Music Awards. The two are cornerstone members of the 9 pc Planet D Nonet\, and as such\, have toured to 11 states\, released as many CDs and garnered 6 Detroit Music Awards. Now they have offer this stripped-down project – just four musicians\, with a new CD about to drop.\nTbone and RJ have performed in New Orleans and backed singers from there on their tours up north like Johnny Adams\, Earl King & Edde Bo for many years\, so the music of NOLA is always prominent in their performances; from trad-jazz to R&B. The Great American Songbook: Johnny Mercer\, Hoagy Carmichael\, Duke Ellington & the Harlem Jive of Fats Waller as well as the proto jump/swing of Louis Jordan are also a big part of each performance. Add some gut-bucket trombone & RJ’s experience with blues\, swing and world jazz on drums and you have an idea what to expect at their shows. They are favorites at festivals\, art fairs\, jazz clubs\, brew pubs\, private parties as well as libraries. \nMatt LoRusso on guitar & Jeff Cuny on bass. \nhttp://rjspangler.com/rjtbone.php
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/tbone-paxton-rj-spangler-band/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191020T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190814T160403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142606Z
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SUMMARY:WSU Jam session
DESCRIPTION:Students from the Wayne State University Jazz Dept gather to play jazz. All welcome to join in!
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/wsu-jam-session-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191024T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190805T235716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142604Z
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SUMMARY:Giovanni Seneca
DESCRIPTION:Giovanni Seneca was born in Naples in 1967. He graduated in 1988 in conservatory Rossini in Pesaro with full marks cum laude. In 1989 he moved to Paris\, where he specialized in classical guitar\, musical analysis and orchestration at “Ecole Normale de Musique” and at the conservatory “Ravel.” During his stay in Paris he began composing and he increased his concert activity\, always characterised by the desire to deal with the different languages of music. Back to Italy he dedicated himself mainly to composition\, writing and interpreting music for chamber groups and orchestras\, but also for television\, cinema\, theatre and commercials. He has performed in the most important Italian cities\, but also in Paris\, Berlin\, Cannes\, New York\, Philadelphia\, Tel Aviv\, Sarajevo\, Belgrade\, Cairo\, Istanbul\, Alexandria\, Hammamet\, Athens\, Zagreb. In April 2009 he toured New Zealand with 12 concerts. He performed as soloist for the following orchestras: RAI Orchestra Sinfonica of Rome\, Orchestre des Concerts Lamoreux of Paris\, Orchestre Symphonique Français of Paris\, Orchestre Philarmonique of Cannes in the French Riviera\, Orchestra Filarmonica Marchigiana of Ancona.The great italian composer Ennio Morricone wrote and dedicated to Giovanni Seneca a concerto for guitar and orchestra whose world premier was performed in Paris and recorded on CD together with Orchestra Nazionale Accademia di Santa Cecilia of Rome. His compositions include also music for theatre performances with italian well known actors such as s Valeria Moriconi\, Maddalena Crippa\, David Riondino\, Neri Marcorè\, Moni Ovadia\, Lunetta Savino\, David Riondino. \nHe is the Guitar teacher in the conservatory “Gaetano Braga” in Teramo and he is also the artistic director of the Adriatico Mediterraneaneo project (www.adriaticomediterraneo.eu) that organizes events in Italy and in the mediterranean area. \nwebsite: www.giovanniseneca.it
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/giovanni-seneca/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191026T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191026T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194517
CREATED:20190819T203834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142607Z
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SUMMARY:The New Day
DESCRIPTION:The New Day is a collective of veteran Detroit musicians. A new project\, they were formed in 2019 and is currently working on their debut recording. Stylistically they are rooted in funk\, jazz fusion\, rock\, Latin and hip hop with a  Detroit edge. The band perform a mix of original and select covers by the Brecker Bothers\, Snarky Puppy and the Crusaders. \nThese are real Detroit music veterans whom have performed collectively with disparate acts such as Aretha Franklin\, Carly Carlton\, The Temptations\, the Four Tops\, Freda Payne\, Josh Groban\, Ben Folds\, the DSO and the Michigan Opera Theater.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-new-day/
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