This young Detroit saxophonist, a recent MSU jazz studies grad, leads an ensemble in original compositions inspired by the natural beauty of Northern Michigan.

Grand Rapids groove-oriented funk-rock jazz fusion quintet.

Local bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by veteran nationally renowned local harmonica virtuoso Peter Madcat Ruth. 7–10 p.m. $10.

Grand Rapids groove-oriented funk-rock jazz fusion quintet.

This veteran local singer-guitarist, a former finalist on The Voice, plays an eclectic mix of roots Americana, classic rock, and blues, including many originals. Guitar World calls him “a cross between Danny Gatton and Buddy Guy at their best.” $20.

Authentic bluegrass by these longtime local favorites who have appeared in numerous festivals and on the cover of Bluegrass Unlimited magazine. Their shows blend top-notch musicianship with funny between-songs dialogue. $16 (seniors, students, & members, $15) at the door only.

Music and poetry open mic; all performers invited. 8–10 p.m.

Local classic rock cover band.

Detroit-area hard rock band. Openers: Soot, a local hard rock band, and Trouble Clinic, a Detroit-area alt-punk band.

Flint band, led by singer-guitarist Gunther, that plays a high-energy mix of country, southern-rock, and blues. 8:30 p.m.

All ages. With performances by U-M student alt-rock bands Destined to Survive, Swan Upon Leda, 7th Street, The Supreme Court Rejects, Slipstream, and Carouselle. $14.

Jazz ensemble led by this soulful Detroit-based vocalist.

Local folk-rock quartet with bluegrass & Irish music flavors whose instrumentation features guitars, banjo, flute, and keyboard. 4:30–6:30 p.m.

Mainstream country covers, and some originals, by a band led by this Detroit-area singer-guitarist. 5 p.m.

Duo that plays cover songs from a variety of genres.

Young jazz ensemble led by West Michigan saxophonist Elwood. $18.

Jazz ensemble led by this Detroit singer-songwriter with a sultry, soulful mezzo voice whose jazzy R&B songs seamlessly blend spirituality and sensuality.

Rootsy blues- and folk-style singer-songwriter from California known for his wry, quirky lyrics and inventive guitar style that incorporates lots of alternate tunings and rhythmic tapping.

7-piece multi-generational sacred steel family band from Toledo with a sound the Toledo Blade describes as “crisp, harmonious perfection, a mixture of church-ready gospel music and down home, gritty blues.” Sacred steel is a style of gospel music built around the steel guitar.