Nightspots

Americana country-rock and folk-rock covers by this local singer-guitarist. 4:30–6:30 p.m.

A Folk Fest kickoff event in honor of this beloved late Memphis folk-rock singer-songwriter. With performances by an all-star lineup of local acts, including Ani Mari, Chris Buhalis, Dave & Kristi, Jetty Rae, Jill Jack, The Lucky Nows, Michael Robertson, The Minor Pieces, Misty Lyn, The RFD Boys, Wilson Thicket, and others.

Harmonically intricate original by this local acoustic Americana ensemble.

Acoustic duo of Lansing singer-guitarists whose music ranges from classic rock and country to alt-rock and contemporary hits. 9:30–11:30 p.m.

Jazz originals and standards by a local ensemble led by singer-bassist Rob Crozier.

Ypsi quartet that plays jazz, rock, and soul covers, along with some originals.

Local indie rock ’n’ roll quartet. Openers: TBA.

Local jazz ensemble led by drummer Collins.

Jazz ensemble, named after the late jazz pianist and Earle cofounder Burgess, featuring drummer Robert Warren and a rotating roster of bassists and pianists.

Two sets by this popular genre-shifting Ypsi-based jam-rock quartet. $25.

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.

Jazz standards and originals by this ensemble led by Grand Rapids-based composer-pianist Sung. 

Jazz & blues standards by an ensemble led by WCC jazz guitar instructor Somers.

An acclaimed Brazilian composer and 10-string mandolin virtuoso whose sound blends contemporary world jazz with Choro, a vibrant Brazilian instrumental genre that incorporates European music with Afro-Brazilian rhythms, and is known for its fast tempos, complex melodies, and virtuosic improvisation. “The music is sometimes linear, and, at other times, swerving and twisting—harmony around melody like a double helix,” writes LatinJazzNet in a review of his brand-new album, Brasilianos 2. “There is single, double, triangular and quadrangular counterpoint that enriches melodies, harmonies and rhythm to such an extent that song well nigh explodes with emotional depth.” Dinner show: 7 p.m. $95.

All invited to join or listen to an instrumental jam session. 

Local singer-guitarist who plays Townes Van Zandt and Dylan covers, along with some originals.

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.

Solo jazz guitarist. Solo jazz pianists TBA occasionally substitute.

Early jazz classics from Scott Joplin and Bessie Smith to Louis Armstrong and beyond by this veteran local septet led by trombonist Terry Kimura.

Musicians of all ability levels invited to play ukulele with members of Michigan’s oldest ukulele club. 7–9 p.m.