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Thursday, November 2021
Rafael Leafar
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) ************************************************************************************************** Rafael Leafar is a rare multi-instrumentalist who can combine great passion, intellectual discipline, and a spiritual fire that is evocative of great artistic creativity. He has established himself as…
Find out more »CLOSED for today
Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the club will be closed this evening. We'll see you next time!
Find out more »Dave Meder Trio
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) **************************************************************************************** In this performance, the Dave Meder Songs and Stories Trio brings a fresh approach to the traditional jazz trio format: moving seamlessly from old gospel standards to bold…
Find out more »Closed for the Holiday- Happy Thanksgiving!
From all of us at Cliff Bell's, HAPPY THANKSGIVING! We are grateful for all of your help in keeping jazz alive and well in Detroit! We'll see you tomorrow with The Diego Rivera Quartet. There's only ONE...
Find out more »The Diego Rivera Quartet
There will be two separate seatings at 7:30pm & 9:30pm for this performance. (Seatings begin at 5pm & 8:45pm respectively) ************************************************************************************************* A world-class musician, composer, arranger and educator, Diego Rivera has entertained audiences for over 20years. Rivera is known for his muscular tone and unique…
Find out more »The Diego Rivera Quartet
There will be two separate seatings at 7:30pm & 9:30pm for this performance. (Seatings begin at 5pm & 8:45pm respectively) ************************************************************************************************* A world-class musician, composer, arranger and educator, Diego Rivera has entertained audiences for over 20years. Rivera is known for his muscular tone and unique…
Find out more »Trunino Lowe Quartet
There will be two shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm for this performance. (Seating will begin at 5pm & 8:45pm respectively) ************************************************************************************************* Trunino Lowe is one of Detroit’s young promising musicians. Born & raised on Detroit’s Eastside. Trunino is a proud graduate of Detroit Public Schools where…
Find out more »Thursday, December 2021
George Burton
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) **************************************************************************************** For more than a decade, George Burton has been on the radar of everyone who keeps up with innovations in jazz. His dazzling virtuosity and breathtakingly eclectic approach…
Find out more »George Burton
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) **************************************************************************************** For more than a decade, George Burton has been on the radar of everyone who keeps up with innovations in jazz. His dazzling virtuosity and breathtakingly eclectic approach…
Find out more »George Burton
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) **************************************************************************************** For more than a decade, George Burton has been on the radar of everyone who keeps up with innovations in jazz. His dazzling virtuosity and breathtakingly eclectic approach…
Find out more »Gerard Gibbs & ORGANized Crime
There will be two shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm for this performance. (Seatings begin at 5pm & 8:45pm respectively) ************************************************************************************************** Gerard Gibbs, leader and producer of Gerard Gibbs & ORGANized Crime, conceived the idea to form this group in order to both commemorate the teachings…
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The Orrin Evans Trio
There will be two shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm for this performance. (Seatings to begin at 5pm & 8:45pm respectively) ************************************************************************************************** For more than two decades, Yamaha pianist Orrin Evans has made an art form of the unexpected. With more than 25 albums to his…
Find out more »The Orrin Evans Trio
There will be two shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm for this performance. (Seatings to begin at 5pm & 8:45pm respectively) ************************************************************************************************** For more than two decades, Yamaha pianist Orrin Evans has made an art form of the unexpected. With more than 25 albums to his…
Find out more »The Orrin Evans Trio
There will be two shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm for this performance. (Seatings to begin at 5pm & 8:45pm respectively) ************************************************************************************************** For more than two decades, Yamaha pianist Orrin Evans has made an art form of the unexpected. With more than 25 albums to his…
Find out more »Ryan Freitas Organ Quartet
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) ************************************************************************************************** Ryan Freitas is a Detroit-based Multi-instrumentalist, Bandleader, Producer, Composer, and Audio Engineer who works with some of Detroit's premiere artists and musicians across multiple genres. He has been seen recently with…
Find out more »Micheal Feinberg
There will be two shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm for this performance. (Seatings to begin at 5pm & 8:45pm respectively) ************************************************************************************************** “A music prodigy turned evil genius” (spinner) “Michael Feinberg has the love, energy, and talent to make a difference NOW!” (John Pattitucci) Bassist Michael…
Find out more »Micheal Feinberg
There will be two shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm for this performance. (Seatings to begin at 5pm & 8:45pm respectively) ************************************************************************************************** “A music prodigy turned evil genius” (spinner) “Michael Feinberg has the love, energy, and talent to make a difference NOW!” (John Pattitucci) Bassist Michael…
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Samara Joy feat. Pasquale Grasso Trio
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) ************************************************************************************************ With a voice as smooth as velvet, SAMARA JOY’s star seems to rise with each performance. Following her winning the 2019 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, she is…
Find out more »Samara Joy feat. Pasquale Grasso Trio
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) ************************************************************************************************ With a voice as smooth as velvet, SAMARA JOY’s star seems to rise with each performance. Following her winning the 2019 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, she is…
Find out more »Salim Washington
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…
Find out more »Leslie DeShazor
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) ************************************************************************************************ 2021 MPower Grant Recipient and 2021TedX speaker Leslie DeShazor was named one of thirty Professional Movers and Shakers in the Performing Arts by Musical America in 2019. Violist, violinist, composer and arranger Leslie DeShazor is…
Find out more »Jason Janas: Touch Bass feat. The Marion Hayden Trio
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) ************************************************************************************************ Jason Janas is originally from New Jersey. He began his tap dance instruction under Ms. Deborah Mitchell and was the first charter member of the New Jersey Tap Ensemble.…
Find out more »Jason Janas: Touch Bass feat. The Marion Hayden Trio
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) ************************************************************************************************ Jason Janas is originally from New Jersey. He began his tap dance instruction under Ms. Deborah Mitchell and was the first charter member of the New Jersey Tap Ensemble.…
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Charles Turner & Uptown Swing
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) ************************************************************************************************* Charles Turner, Brooklyn based jazz vocalist and songwriter has take the New York City scene by storm. Turner has held residencies, hosted, and performed at venues such as…
Find out more »Cliff Bell’s New Year’s Eve Party 2022
What are you doing...NEW YEAR'S EVE? We cordially invite you to join us for an evening of sophistication, class, elegance, and fun at historic Cliff Bell's Jazz Club. It's been quite the year for everyone- and we are lucky to provide unparalleled entertainment for you.…
Find out more »Wednesday, January 2022
Noah Jackson & Full Circle: Residency & Session
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ************************************************************************************************** Musicians pay no cover when they bring their instrument. A Detroit original, Noah Jackson is a…
Find out more »Scott Gwinnell Jazz Orchestra
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Seatings begin at 5p & 8:45p respectively) ************************************************************************************************* Scott Gwinnell is an award-winning pianist, composer/arranger, and educator born in Detroit, and residing in the Metro-Detroit area. He currently freelances as a sideman and leads various groups;…
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Sullivan Fortner Trio
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ************************************************************************************************** For the past decade, Sullivan Fortner has been stretching deep-rooted talents as a pianist, composer, band…
Find out more »Sullivan Fortner Trio
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ************************************************************************************************** For the past decade, Sullivan Fortner has been stretching deep-rooted talents as a pianist, composer, band…
Find out more »David Alvarez Trio
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ************************************************************************************************* David Alvarez III is a jazz drummer, composer, arranger, and music educator based in the Metro-Detroit…
Find out more »Noah Jackson & Full Circle: Residency & Session
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ************************************************************************************************** Musicians pay no cover when they bring their instrument. A Detroit original, Noah Jackson is a…
Find out more »Chris Glassman Quintet
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ************************************************************************************************ Hailed by the International Trombone Journal as someone whose “ warm sound, beautiful phrasing, and…
Find out more »Chris Codish Trio
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ***************************************************************************************************** Keyboard specialist Chris Codish has steadily made himself a vital part of the Detroit musical community.…
Find out more »Chris Codish Trio
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ***************************************************************************************************** Keyboard specialist Chris Codish has steadily made himself a vital part of the Detroit musical community.…
Find out more »Alex Harding & Organ Nation
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ************************************************************************************************** Detroit-born baritone saxophonist Alex Harding first became active in jazz circles in his youth. Early on he studied…
Find out more »Noah Jackson & Full Circle: Residency & Session
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ************************************************************************************************** Musicians pay no cover when they bring their instrument. A Detroit original, Noah Jackson is a…
Find out more »Anthony Stanco Quartet
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ************************************************************************************************** Born in Southeast Michigan, raised in the Blues and Soul mecca of Detroit, and tutored by…
Find out more »Anthony Stanco Quartet
Showtimes are at 7:30p & 9:30p for this performance. (Doors open at 5pm for dinner/Seating begins at 6:15p for the first show & 9:00p for the second show) ************************************************************************************************** Born in Southeast Michigan, raised in the Blues and Soul mecca of Detroit, and tutored by…
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