Ann Arbor Observer

Phil Ogilvie’s Rhythm Kings.
2027-01-17 17:00 - 20:00, 2027-01-10 17:00 - 20:00, 2027-01-03 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Zal Gaz Grotto, 2070 W. Stadium, Ann Arbor
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 King Oliver.

Rick Burgess Trio.
2027-01-16 19:00 - 22:00, 2027-01-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2027-01-09 19:00 - 22:00, 2027-01-08 19:00 - 22:00, 2027-01-02 19:00 - 22:00, 2027-01-01 19:00 - 22:00 | Earle, 121 W. Washington, Ann Arbor
Jazz ensemble, named after the late jazz pianist and Earle cofounder Burgess, featuring drummer Robert Warren and a rotating roster of bassists and pianists.

Open Mic.
2027-01-14 21:00 - 23:00, 2027-01-07 21:00 - 23:00, 2026-12-31 21:00 - 23:00 | Tap Room, 201 W. Michigan, Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti
All musicians invited. Hosted by singer-guitarist Brian Brickley.

The Pherotones.
2027-01-14 21:00 - 23:00, 2027-01-07 21:00 - 23:00, 2026-12-31 21:00 - 23:00 | Last Word, 301 W. Huron, Ann Arbor
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, violinist Jordan Adema, and drummer Wes Fritzemeier.

Jake Reichbart.
2027-01-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2027-01-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2027-01-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2027-01-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2027-01-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2027-01-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-12-31 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-12-30 19:00 - 21:00 and 1 more date | Earle, 121 W. Washington, Ann Arbor
Solo jazz guitarist. Solo jazz pianists TBA occasionally substitute.

Easy Street Jazz Band.
2027-01-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2027-01-05 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-12-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Zal Gaz Grotto, 2070 W. Stadium, Ann Arbor
Early jazz classics from Scott Joplin and Bessie Smith to Louis Armstrong and beyond by this veteran local septet led by trombonist Terry Kimura.

Paul Keller Orchestra.
2027-01-11 19:00 - 23:00, 2027-01-04 19:00 - 23:00 | Zal Gaz Grotto, 2070 W. Stadium, Ann Arbor
Award-winning 14-piece big band led by bassist Keller and featuring vocalist Sarah D’Angelo and occasional guest vocalists. Also, each week features a middle set by a guest college or high school student ensemble.

“Come As You Are” Memory Café: Dementia Friendly Services
2026-12-29 14:00 - 16:00
Memory Cafés are comfortable social gatherings in dementia friendly venues that allow people experiencing memory loss and a loved one to connect, socialize, and build new support networks. Cafés are free and all are welcome. Co-sponsored by AARP Michigan.
