Week of Events
Wild Child.
Wild Child.
Austin pop-folk band fronted by the singer-songwriter duo of violinist Kelsey Wilson and ukulele player Alexander Beggins. Coming on the scene in the 2010s, where they were named the Best […]
Paul Vornhagen Quartet.
Paul Vornhagen Quartet.
Jazz standards by this local ensemble led by veteran saxophonist and flutist Vornhagen.
Mike Root.
Arnold/Jassi/Kramer.
Arnold/Jassi/Kramer.
Local world music–inflected jazz ensemble of drummer Jesse Kramer, guitarist John Arnold, and bassist & vocalist Pathe Jassi.
II-V-I Orchestra.
II-V-I Orchestra.
Large ensemble that plays late 30s swing and 40s R&B hits ranging from Duke Ellington and Miles Davis to Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, and the Blues Brothers.
Steve Somers & Friends.
Steve Somers & Friends.
Jazz & blues standards by an ensemble led by WCC jazz guitar instructor Somers.
Phil Ogilvie’s Rhythm Kings.
Phil Ogilvie’s Rhythm Kings.
Local 10-piece big band led by tubaist Chris Smith that specializes in the old-time big band music of the late 1920s and early 1930s associated with Jelly Roll Morton and […]
Focus: Jazz.
Focus: Jazz.
Jazz favorites by the trio of pianist Jeff Fessler, bassist Will van Campen, and saxophonist Jeff Kopmanis.
Stillhouse Junkies.
Stillhouse Junkies.
Up-and-coming Colorado contemporary bluegrass trio whose free ranging sound incorporates elements of roots, classical, Texas-swing and blues. Free; nonperishable donations for Food Gatherers accepted.
Easy Street Jazz Band.
Easy Street Jazz Band.
Early jazz classics from Scott Joplin and Bessie Smith to Louis Armstrong and beyond by this veteran local septet led by trombonist Terry Kimura.
Joaquin Moore Galvan.
Open Stage.
Open Stage.
All acoustic performers invited. Fifteen acts are selected randomly from those who sign up (doors open 7:30 p.m.) to perform 8 minutes (or 2 songs) each. The most talented and […]
Michael Dease Organ Quartet.
Michael Dease Organ Quartet.
Ensemble led by this widely recorded MSU trombone professor, winner of a prestigious Downbeat poll for Trombonist of the Year.
Chuchu Houle.
Open Mic.
Open Mic.
All invited to present a song, story, poem, monologue, comedy bit, magic act, other performance. Hosted by Annie Bacon & Forrest Hejkal. Sign-up starts at 6:30 p.m. 7–10 p.m. $5.
Scott Beal.
(Dead) Daisies.
“MixPlate.”
All About Eve.
All About Eve.
Local vocal trio of Kettie Geddes, Deb Wood, and Mary Fithian. They specialize in close-harmony pop, folk, and gospel tunes, some performed a cappella and some accompanied by guitarist Eric […]
Zen Zadravec Quintet.
Zen Zadravec Quintet.
Jazz standards & originals by an ensemble led by this young Canadian composer-pianist.
The Pherotones.
The Pherotones.
A wide range of jazz and jazzed-up popular music, from the 1920s to the present, by this all-star local quintet. With trumpeter Ross Huff, pianist Giancarlo Aversa, bassist Brennan Andes, […]
Anna Ess & Friends.
Anna Ess & Friends.
Local indie folk singer-songwriter whose music is inspired by Fiona Apple, PJ Harvey and Alanis Morissette. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
James Muto.
Fred & Dan.
McLaughlin’s Alley.
McLaughlin’s Alley.
Detroit Irish-tinged pop-rock quintet fronted by sibling singer-songwriters Tina and Maureen Paraventi.
Jean Wilson & Friends.
Secular Behavior.
Secular Behavior.
Detroit-area psychedelic punk duo. Opener: Vagrant Symphony, an Ypsi psychedelic indie rock band.
East Nash Grass.
East Nash Grass.
Rowdy contemporary bluegrass by this Nashville ensemble led by acclaimed fiddler-vocalist Maddie Denton. Winners of the 2024 International Bluegrass Music Association Best New Artist Award, the band is known for […]
Paxton/Spangler Band.
Paxton/Spangler Band.
Veteran Detroit drummer RJ Spangler and trombonist-vocalist John “Tbone” Paxton lead a band of area musicians in swing, modern jazz, and swinging blues.
Habitat Jazz Collective
Habitat Jazz Collective
Jazz originals and standards by a local ensemble led by singer-bassist Rob Crozier.
T.E.A.M.
Pontiac Trail Blazers.
Pontiac Trail Blazers.
Local bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by singer-guitarist Rochelle Clark. 7–10 p.m. $10.
The Dangling Participles.
The Dangling Participles.
Lansing indie folk duo of singer-guitarist Austin Kaufmann and vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Tamiko Rothhorn known for their spirited duets, soulful harmonies, and vibrant folk-jazz instrumentation. Free. 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Myke Kelly.
Motor City Moonshine.
Motor City Moonshine.
Country and classic rock covers by this Detroit-area quartet. 8:30 p.m. Remainder of the July schedule TBA.
Eric Moore.
Jess Jones.
Rick Weitzel & Friends.
Rick Weitzel & Friends.
Acoustic folk-rock covers and some originals by this local singer-guitarist. 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Rounding Third.
Rounding Third.
Local folk-rock quartet with bluegrass & Irish music flavors whose instrumentation features guitars, banjo, flute, and keyboard.
Rent Strike.
Rent Strike.
Banjo-driven Lansing folk-punk band. Openers: the Detroit-area queer alt-punk “femmegrass” duo Yell at God, the Detroit artsy pop-rock band Izak, and Swamp Rats, a guitar and banjo duo from Florida […]
Sunday, July 26, 2026
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Monday, July 27, 2026
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
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Wednesday, July 29, 2026
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Thursday, July 30, 2026
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Friday, July 31, 2026
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Saturday, August 1, 2026
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August 1, 2026 -The Vig Arcadia
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August 1, 2026 -Jill & Wolf
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August 1, 2026 -Jeff McNiven
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August 1, 2026 -Pleasure House
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August 1, 2026 -“Shadows & Light: The Music of Joni Mitchell”
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August 1, 2026 -John Finan
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August 1, 2026 -40 Stitches Later
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August 1, 2026 -Chris Collins & the 2026 Detroit Jazz Festival All-Star Band.
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August 1, 2026 -The Social District Jazz Quartet
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August 1, 2026 -“Vibes Only Festival.”
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August 1, 2026 -Natalie Lynch
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August 1, 2026 -The Machine
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August 1, 2026 -Blockhouse Valley
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August 1, 2026 -Nathan Grant
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August 1, 2026 -“Disco Boutique”
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August 1, 2026 -“Bring Your Best Fest II.”
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August 1, 2026 -Habitat Jazz Collective
“Shadows & Light: The Music of Joni Mitchell”
Tribute band led by vocalist Olivia Van Goor (see Blue Llama) and Lansing drummer Jeff Shoup. Tonight they perform 2 sets of songs from Mitchell’s iconic 1979 live jazz crossover album Shadows & Light. 6:30 & 8:30 p.m. $25.
John Finan
Canton folk-rock singer-songwriter who plays everything from mournful ballads and love songs to funny songs dripping with sarcasm and wit.
40 Stitches Later
Lansing Americana alt-country quartet. Openers: area acoustic alt-country singer-songwriters Blair Kitch & Kerry Armes. Aug. 6: McLaughlin's Alley. Detroit Irish-tinged pop-rock quintet fronted by sibling singer-songwriters Tina and Maureen Paraventi.
Chris Collins & the 2026 Detroit Jazz Festival All-Star Band.
Veteran saxophonist Collins leads this ensemble of top notch Detroit-area players in a program of original works inspired by John Coltrane, along with new interpretations of Coltrane compositions.
“Vibes Only Festival.”
With performances by the local horrorcore rapper Calmal, the Port Huron underground hip-hop rapper Pee.Tzu, the Detroit hip-hop rapper Forever Foy, and others TBA. Hosted by Detroit-area hip-hop rapper Magik Zig. 7 p.m.
Natalie Lynch
Bluesy, soulful, countrified folk-rock by this Chicago singer-songwriter whose influences include Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings, Carol King, and Joni Mitchell. $24.
The Machine
Pop, rock, and punk dance tunes by this local quartet featuring 2 former Bluescasters, guitarist Phil Ryski and bassist Doug Wolgat, along with drummer Rocky Di Iacovo and singer Aubrey Selaty.
Blockhouse Valley
Pop & indie rock covers by the Detroit-area duo of vocalist Ashleigh Glass and guitarist Cody Cooper. Openers: veteran local alt-country honky-tonk and rockabilly singer-songwriter Ryan Racine and Detroit-area indie folk singer-songwriter Julia Rose.
“Bring Your Best Fest II.”
With the area blues trio Detroit Trouble, the Northern Michigan heavy metal band Of The Flesh, the Westland metal band Life Has Taught, the Detroit alt-rock band Day After Night, and the Detroit-area heavy rock band Daisyskin. $20.
Habitat Jazz Collective
Jazz originals and standards by a local ensemble led by singer-bassist Rob Crozier.