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SUMMARY:Salim Washington
DESCRIPTION:A master tenor saxophonist\, multi-reedsman\, composer\, and jazz educator\, Salim Washington is one of the fastest rising stars on the New York jazz scene today. The leader of the Harlem Jazz Ensemble\, he’s also a historian who studied under Henry Louis Gates at Harvard and wrote a doctoral dissertation on John Coltrane. \nA master tenor saxophonist\, multi-reedsman\, composer\, and jazz educator\, Salim Washington is one of the fastest rising stars on the New York jazz scene today. Born in Memphis\, Tennessee\, the eldest of five children born to Tony Washington and Stella Jean Key\, he moved to Detroit\, Michigan with his family at the age of eight.\nAs was the custom in Black Bottom Detroit\, he was drafted into the neighborhood gang (in those days\, youth gangs were more involved in petty mischief than in homicide and the drug trade). The gang leader happened to play trumpet\, and was the vessel that led Salim to music. Having more talent for music than for gangs\, he pursued music first as a trumpet player\, and later as a student of classical piano. By middle school\, Salim was playing in school ensembles and student funk bands. He also was deeply influenced by the musical culture of the Church of God in Christ (COGIC)\, a Pentecostal sect in which his father was a minister.\nAfter hearing a jazz ensemble of professional musicians for the first time\, he began a search for recordings: a friend of his passed on influential recordings by Sonny Rollins\, John Coltrane\, the Miles Davis Sextet at Newport\, and Thelonious Monk. These sounds changed him forever\, so much so that he was driven to give away a sizeable soul and R&B collection (a move he later admits to regretting). This was the time in which he became a true believer\, especially in the sound of Trane.\nHis college years brought him to the Boston area and Harvard. During his first year as an undergrad\, he discovered Charles Mingus\, and listened very closely to his music daily. Mingus had a profound effect on his composing\, in much the same way as Rahsaan\, Trane\, Pharaoh\, and Dolphy had on his playing. He began to hang out with friends from the Berklee College of Music\, and had every intention to quit Harvard and transfer. He was talked out of it by Eileen Southern\, the dean of black musicology\, then the head of Afro-American Studies. However\, the life of the gigging jazz musician proved irresistible – he spent more time practicing\, playing\, and composing\, and quit school after two years. Out of school he joined the Worlds Experience Orchestra under the leadership of Jamyl Jones\, which played “free” but was very disciplined at the same time. Their specialty was collective improvisation.\nHe then joined the Source of Life Arkestral Revelation (SOLAR) in Boston\, touring with them extensively throughout the south. Their brand of music was conscious music with a spiritual message. They played an underground “chitlin circuit” from Georgia to Louisiana.\nReturning back home to Detroit\, he became much more involved with his church. In COGIC\, he led the gospel band and choir. He also joined the Sun Messengers\, a band which was inspired by Sun Ra’s Arkestra. He played with other Detroiters and began teaching music in prisons through the Prisoners’ Access to Creative Experiences (PACE). He also taught music in Detroit’s public schools. \nHe eventually returned to Boston to finish his degree\, and gradually became part of the Roxbury music scene. After apprenticing in clubs such as Wally’s\, M&M’s\, Slades\, Taurus\, and Connolly’s he joined the Billy Skinner Double Jazz Quartet (DJQ)\, with whom he made his first recording and overseas tour. After the dissolution of the DJQ\, he began to lead his own band. \nHis first major gig as a leader was with an ensemble he put together for the Dark Room\, a reading series featuring established and emerging literary talents from the African-American tradition. From this gig was born the Roxbury Blues Aesthetic (RBA)\, which provided him with sympathetic musicians who would concentrate on a repertoire of his original compositions as well as the music of Mingus\, Monk\, Stevie Wonder\, and others. He began to earn commissions as a composer and arranger\, and also recorded his debut CD “Love In Exile” with RBA\, featuring pianist and composer\, Joe Bonner. While doing this\, he was midway through graduate school at Harvard\, where he wrote a dissertation entitled “Beautiful Nightmare: Coltrane\, Jazz\, and American Culture\,” under the supervision of Henry Louis Gates. It is now being prepared for publication as a major historical work.\nWith doctorate in hand\, he headed to New York to play in the city\, as well as begin a professorship at the Brooklyn College Conservatory of Music. While on a commission for works celebrating the life and music Dexter Gordon he established a new group\, the Harlem Arts Ensemble\, which continues the legacy of the Roxbury Blues Aesthetic. \nIn addition to his own group\, Salim plays regularly with a number of ensembles including the Donald Smith Quintet\, Antonio Dangerfield’s Ensemble Uniqua\, Frank Lacy’s Vibe Tribe\, and the Frank Lacy Octet\, James Jabbo Ware’s Me\, We\, and Them Orchestra\, the Brooklyn Repertory Ensemble\, Ahmed Abdullah’s Diaspora\, and the Carl Grubbs group. He has travelled extensively\, playing music festivals throughout the US and Canada\, Latin America\, and Europe. He has also led music workshops for the Northern Ireland Arts Council in Belfast\, the Bill Evans conservatory in Paris\, Harvard University\, the Vermont Jazz Center\, Plymouth State College\, and others. He is a member of the Jazz Study Group at Columbia University and has participated on various committees and panels in service of jazz\, including those convened by the Ford Foundation\, the Boston Pheonix\, the New England Foundation for the Arts. Today he lives in South Africa where is currently a professor of jazz studies.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/salim/
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SUMMARY:Marcus & Friends!
DESCRIPTION:Marcus Elliot (Marcus Elliot Miller) is a saxophonist\, composer\, improviser\, and educator based in Detroit\, Michigan. His compositions and improvisations have been described by the New York Times as “convincing and confident\, evolved in touch and tone…”\, and the Detroit Free Press has said\, “Marcus Elliot represents next generation of jazz”. Elliot leads and co-leads many different Detroit based bands including the Marcus Elliot Quartet\, Clockwork\, Balance\, Beyond Rebellious\, and Lanula. Elliot performs in the Shigeto Live Ensemble. He is a Fellow of the Geri Allen Gathering Orchestra. He co-founded the nonprofit Polyfold Musical Arts Collective. Elliot is the director of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra’s Civic Jazz Ensembles. Elliot received his master’s degree in improvisation from the University of Michigan.  \nElliot is a disciple of the Detroit music scene. His mentors include Rodney Whitaker\, Marcus Belgrave\, Robert Hurst\, Donald Walden\, Bennie Maupin\, Marion Hayden\, and Karriem Riggins. After graduating with a bachelors degree in Jazz Studies from Michigan State University\, Marcus began to curate weekly performances in Detroit\, showcasing some of Detroit’s young jazz musicians. He held a weekly residency at Detroit’s premiere jazz club\, Cliff Bell’s\, for four years. Marcus self-released three albums with his ensemble\, the Marcus Elliot Quartet and co-released an album with his duo project with Michael Malis\, Balance. \n As a Sideman\, Marcus has performed with  Bob Hurst\, Karriem Riggins\, James Carter\, Jimmy Cobb\, Marcus Belgrave\, Johnny O’Neal\, Jimmy Heath\, Shigeto\, Thaddeus Dixon\, Ettiene Charles\, Mulgrew Miller\, Rodney Whitaker\, Talib Kweli\, and many others.  \nMarcus is a co-founder of Polyfold; a collective of musical artists who have joined together to develop\, and present creative works. Founded in Detroit\, Polyfold produces concerts and recordings\, hosts outreach events and educational workshops\, and fosters creative community in Detroit and beyond. \nMarcus travels the world with trumpeter Anthony Stanco as a musical ambassador through the program American Voices. During his travels\, Elliot has collaborated with musicians from South Africa\, Namibia\, Botswana\, Egypt\, Jordan\, Indonesia\, and Kyrgyzstan. \nMarcus is a member of the Shigeto Live Ensemble. This ensemble explores techno\, funk\, ambient\, jazz\, and hip-hop through using acoustic and electronic instruments. \nAs an Educator\, Marcus has been giving private saxophone lessons since the age of 14. He was the saxophone instructor at The Young Musicians Program in Berkley\, CA from 2009-2011. He is currently the Artist-in-Residence at Troy High School and the Director of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra’s Civic Jazz Ensembles. Marcus is a strong supporter of the arts and has created and funded a scholarship at Milford High School that gives monetary awards to young musicians and visual artists that plan to pursue the arts after high school.  \nMarcus has received his Masters of Music degree at the University of Michigan\, where he was awarded a graduate assistantship. He is active in the Detroit music community\, collaborating with musicians in jazz\, free-improvised music\, techno\, hip-hop\, r&b\, and classical music. \nMarcus will bring a band that will include Jacob Schwandt on guitar\, Jonathan Muir-Cotton on bass & Louis M. Jones on drums.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/marcus-friends/
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SUMMARY:Jeff Ponders
DESCRIPTION:Multi-instrumentalist/producer Jeff Ponders II has captivated audiences across the world with his provocative\, soulful approach to music. \nBorn in Detroit\, Jeff honed his skills under the tutelage of jazz masters Donald Walden\, Marcus Belgrave\, and Wendell Harrison. His resume includes performances and recordings with heavyweights across many genres\, including James Carter\, Robert Glasper\, Mike Phillips\, Keyshia Cole\, Bebe Winans\, Eric Roberson\, and John Legend. Jeff toured the US as a featured soloist and a member of the Marvin Gaye Orchestra for the hit musical “My Brother Marvin”. \nJeff is a founding member of the electrifying band HotSauceMusic\, and works throughout the Midwest as an artist and teaching clinician. His exciting debut album\, “Spark\,” is available through all digital platforms. \nwww.jeffponders.com/
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/jeff-ponders-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200110T213000
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SUMMARY:The Detroit Tenors
DESCRIPTION:The latest sounds blowing in from Detroit are from the Detroit Tenors\, led by tenor saxophonists Carl Cafagna and Steve Wood. The Band is a tribute to the great tenor sax pairings of the 40’s and 50’s such as Gene Ammons/Sonny Stitt\, Dexter Gordon/Wardel Grey\, Johnny Griffin/ and Lockjaw Davis/Zoot Sims. The Detroit Tenors also takes this traditions into the modern era with the arrangements from the “tenor-centric” bands of Elvin Jones\, and music by contemporary players such as George Coleman and George Garzone. \nCafanga and Wood are mainstays of the Detroit jazz scene\, and have performed wirh a”who’s who” of local and international greats including Marcus Belgarave\, Roy Brooks\, the Clayton Brothers\, and the Hot Club of Detroit. The addition f the explosive rhythm team of mssr’s Gwinnell\, Keller and Dobbins\, you’ve got chemistry which guarantees musical fireworks!
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-detroit-tenors-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191121T200000
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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-2/
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SUMMARY:Michael Hu Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Michael Hu is an 18 year old tenor saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist from Metro Detroit (Rochester Hills) currently attending the University of Michigan to pursue Jazz Studies. He has studied with legendary jazz musicians all over the world including Eric Alexander\, Andrew Bishop\, Robert Hurst\, and many others. His style is heavily influenced by Sonny Rollins and John Coltrane and involves anything from free improvisation to pocket groove. \nHe has recently recorded an album entitled “Loss For Words” which includes originals as well as two other tunes by great American composers which will be released soon in 2019. \nMichael Hu – Tenor Saxophone\nWill Wood – Tenor Saxophone\nAiden Cafferty – Bass\nLouis Jones III – Drums\nPeyton Miller – Vibraphone \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/michael-hu-quartet/
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SUMMARY:Kenji Lee and Friends
DESCRIPTION:Born in Tokyo\, Japan\, and raised in Southern California\, Kenji Lee has already made his mark as a remarkable improviser\, composer\, and educator. Kenji has performed and worked with some of the most legendary names in jazz including Gary Burton\, Carl Allen\, Kendrick Scott\, Ingrid Jensen\, Michael Formanek\, Jon Irabagon\, Robert Hurst\, and Benny Green. Kenji has performed at various venues across the country including Carnegie Hall (New York City\, NY)\, The Detroit Jazz Festival (Detroit\, MI)\, and The Renee & Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall (Costa Mesa\, CA). He will be at Cliff Bell’s performing compositions from his recently recorded debut record featuring Lex Korten\, Aidan Cafferty\, Peter Formanek\, Brian Juarez\, and David Alvarez III\, which will be released in the Spring of 2019. Kenji currently splits his time between\, performing professionally\, teaching\, and working as the Canterbury House’s Concert Series Coordinator. \nw/ Jordan Anderson\, David Alvarez III and Brian Juarez \n  \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/kenji-lee-and-friends/
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SUMMARY:Michael Hu Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Michael an 18 year old Tenor Saxophonist from Metro Detroit (Rochester Hills) currently attending the University of Michigan to pursue Jazz Studies. I recently recorded an album entitled “Loss For Words” which includes originals\, as well as two other tunes by great American composers. The goal of the each original/arrangement was to express an emotion that would be hard to explain by simply using words. The band features Josie Ala on trumpet\, Louis Jones III on drums\, Jonathon Muir-Cotton on bass\, and Peyton Miller on vibes. Each one of these musicians is a creative genius in their own respect\, and collectively create a unique group sound. \n 
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/michael-hu-quintet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180823T200000
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SUMMARY:Jeffery Trent Quartet
DESCRIPTION:A young lion that has learned his craft through the strong lineage of Detroit jazz musicians\, Jeffery performs bebop to hip hop and rhythm & blues. He will also demonstrate his skill with his original compositions which incorporate a lot of genres. Jeffrey Trent is able to bring a new and eccentric sound to jazz that you do not want to miss!
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/jeffery-trent-quartet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180708T220000
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CREATED:20180524T174608Z
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SUMMARY:Paul VornHagen Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Paul plays sax\, flute and sings ala Chet Baker. He is an experienced jazz artist and brings a commensurate band: Gary Schunk (piano)\, Kurt Krahnke (bass) and Pete Siers (drums).
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/paul-vornhagen-quartet-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180707T213000
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SUMMARY:Shawn Maxwell Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Shawn Maxwell formed his style early on while growing up in the rich musical history of the Joliet\, Illinois school music programs. From the time a clarinet and saxophone first touched his lips\, Maxwell knew that music was his calling. With conviction and abilities that belied his age\, it was equally clear to others that Shawn Maxwell was destined to be a musician. He quickly became a celebrated performer in the Joliet Central High School band program where his prowess as a soloist was on regular display. Shawn further refined his art in a post-secondary setting\, absorbing all that his instructors could teach – earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Music from Millikin University in 1999. Shawn then signed with the prestigious and legendary Conn-Selmer Company to join their Performance and Educational Artist Roster. \nAfter starting his professional career touring internationally\, across the Mediterranean and the Caribbean\, Maxwell returned home to Chicago. His multi-instrumental talents have been lauded by fellow musicians and critics alike and Maxwell has become one the preeminent performers in the Chicago jazz landscape.\nIn late 2004\, Maxwell took his group\, The Shawn Maxwell Quartet\, into the studio to record the tracks for what would eventually become his debut release\, “Originals”. The album showcased Maxwell’s composition\, arranging\, and production skills while also highlighting the impressive skills of his group. Brad Walseth\, of jazzchicago.net wrote that the album “…is like a refreshing burst of fresh air through the jazz world that can often seem closed and stale.” \n2008 brought the release of his second album\, “Originals II\,” consisting of twelve compositions that further highlight Shawn’s maturation as a musician and band leader. In 2010 Shawn recorded his first CD\, “Maxwell’s House\,” for the Chicago Sessions Jazz Label. “Maxwell’s House” features his current quartet performing ten new originals. In addressing the album\, Neil Tesser wrote\, “His alto timbre sits in a lineage exemplified by past giants like Jackie McLean and Eric Dolphy\, and by such latter-day players as Arthur Blythe and Steve Slagle.” \n2011 marked the release of his second album\, “Urban Vigilante” on the Chicago Sessions record label. Heralded at 3 stars by Downbeat Magazine\, this album continues to race up the charts while garnering critical praise. The Shawn Maxwell Quartet can be seen performing at some of the most celebrated clubs and festivals across the country. \nReleased Feb 18th 2014\, the latest disc from Shawn Maxwell\, “Shawn Maxwell’s Alliance\,” features an impressive ensemble. This unique album is released on the Chicago Sessions record label. The group has developed an avid following among critics and fans. Howard Reich writes\, “Maxwell’s scores proved as unusual as his taste for instrumental color\, the pieces shifting from jazz-swing rhythm one moment to classical downbeats the next\, from bebop phraseology to long and incantatory phrases to perky\, funk-tinged melody making… Nobody writes like this.” \nMaxwell has expanded his repertoire to include guest appearances and master classes in educational settings as a Vandoren Regional Artist. His pedagogical skill combined with a performer’s sensibility has made him a favorite of elementary age through college students. \nHome
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/shawn-maxwell-quintet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180705T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180705T200000
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SUMMARY:Nolan Young Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 5\, the Nolan Young Quartet\, 8 pm\, no cover. Nolan is a strong Detroit tenor man that got his start on stage at Cliff Bell’s. He always brings a top-flight young band with plenty of great players sitting in!
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/nolan-young-quartet-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180522T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180522T200000
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CREATED:20180417T214824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142456Z
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SUMMARY:Jeffrey Trent Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Jeffrey Trent Quartet \nJeffrey Trent is a young lion that has learned his craft through the strong lineage of Detroit jazz musicians. This young man has vast areas of music he specializes in from bebop to hip hop and also rhythm &  blues. Jeffrey Trent is able to bring a new and eclectic sound to jazz that you do not want to miss as he makes his debut as a band leader at Cliff Bell’s!
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/jeffrey-trent-quartet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180214T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180214T234500
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CREATED:20171205T013445Z
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SUMMARY:The Meg Brennan Quartet wsg Hadassah Greensky
DESCRIPTION:Valentine’s Day Dinner Package: includes a 4-Course Dinner and an evening of live jazz music for $75 a person (tax and gratuity not included) Please call 313 961-2543 for more information and to book your reservation. \nMeg Brennan is a flutist and saxophonist from Northville\, Michigan. She first fell in love with the flute in the 5th grade. In high school\, she was a three time winner of the MSBOA soloist competition. At age 15 she was accepted into the Interlochen Arts Academy where she studied under classical and jazz flutist\, Nancy Stagnitta. After graduating in 2011\, she went on to graduate from MSU and now reaches and performs around town\, often with her friend Haddash Greensky\, an up-and-coming vocalist.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-meg-brennan-quartet-wsg-hadassah-greensky/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180112T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180112T210000
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CREATED:20171205T020943Z
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SUMMARY:The Paul VornHagen Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Paul VornHagen is an accomplished jazz saxophonist\, flutist\, and vocalist who has won Detroit Music Awards on six separate occasions and categories: Jazz Reeds\, Talent Deserving Wider Recognition\, Instrumentalist\, World Music Recording (2) and Jazz Recording.  Presently living in Ann Arbor\, Michigan where  Paul got his start on the flute in 1972.  Mostly self-taught initially\, he studied music at  City College Of San Francisco in 1978-79.
URL:https://cliffbells.com/event/the-paul-vornhagen-quartet/
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