314 S. Main, Ann Arbor
372–3200
bluellamaclub.com
This jazz club/restaurant features live music Sun. 6-8:30 p.m., Tues. 7–9:30 p.m., Wed.–Fri., 7–10:15 p.m., & Sat. dinner show 7–10:15 p.m. $10 cover on Tues.–Fri.; reservations recommended at OpenTable.com or by calling the club. Sat. ticket piece (variable) includes a 7-course dinner; advance tickets available at BlueLlamaClub.com. No dancing except for Wed. Latin jazz shows and as otherwise noted.
Upcoming Events
May 9, 2026: Artemis.
Led by pianist-composer Renee Rosnes, this ensemble of top female jazz players has been named “Group of the Year” in the last 3 Downbeat readers polls. NPR calls them “a killer line-up of players who hail from all over the world and converge on this extremely cosmopolitan, sleek, rhythm-forward, modern sound.” $50 (dinner & show, $95).
May 10, 2026: Lucía.
Young Mexican jazz vocalist who sings Latin interpretations of jazz standards and contemporary pop tunes, along with classic Latin jazz and Mexican son jarocho songs. 4 p.m. $40 (early supper & show, $85).
May 13, 2026: Randy Napoleon Octet.
May 14, 2026: Signal Quartet.
Original postbop compositions with lengthy improvisations by this young Detroit quartet. With trumpeter & flugelhornist Ben Wolkins, guitarist Ian Blunden, bassist Eric Nachtrab, and drummer Sam Perlmutter.
May 15, 2026: “Swing Happy Hour.”
With the Kerrytown Stompers, a local ensemble led by drummer Pete Siers that performs a range of vintage jazz styles, from struts, stomps, cakewalks, and rags to pop tunes, marches, and classical favorites. 5–6:30 p.m. Free.
May 15, 2026: “Detroit Jazz Fest All-Stars: Beyond Take Five.”
An ensemble of top Detroit-area jazz players performs a program of Dave Brubeck originals and arrangements.
May 16, 2026: Jeff Haas Quintet.
Ensemble led by this acclaimed Michigan-based composer-pianist that plays a blend of jazz, funk, and Middle Eastern music. According to legendary jazz pianist Dave Brubeck, “In combining these great musical traditions, [Haas] has created a soulful music that transcends ethnic barriers.”
May 17, 2026: Marlena Studer’s Jazz Ensemble.
Ensemble led by this veteran local jazz vocalist who’s known for her passionate interpretations of jazz classics. With pianist Ellen Rowe, bassist Paul Keller, guitarist Steve Ragsdale, drummer Scott Kretzer, and vocalist Chris Kendall.
May 20, 2026: Houston Patton & Hidden Nomination.
U-M music student ensemble led by Detroit saxophonist Patton.
May 21, 2026: Noah Jackson.
Ensemble led by this acclaimed Detroit jazz cellist & composer, the curator, creative director, and artist-in-residence at Detroit’s Cliff Bell’s jazz club.
May 21, 2026: Tumbao Bravo.
Veteran local Afro-Cuban jazz band led by multi-instrumental reeds player Paul VornHagen.
May 22, 2026: Dave McMurray.
Groove-oriented Detroit jazz-funk ensemble led by Was (Not Was) saxophonist McMurray. He’s recently released a pair of albums of jazz covers of Grateful Dead songs.
May 23, 2026: Sean Dobbins & Dave Stryker.
Duo of veteran local drummer Dobbins and versatile Detroit-area guitarist Stryker.
May 24, 2026: Jacob Hart Trio.
Ensemble led by award-winning 17-year-old Detroit pianist Hart.
May 27, 2026: Bob Sweet Quartet.
Ensemble led by veteran local drummer Sweet, an original member of the versatile Sun Messengers big band.
May 28, 2026: Brian Charette Trio.
Modern jazz ensemble led by award-winning NYC organist Charette.
May 29, 2026: Michael Mayo.
Jazz ensemble led by acclaimed young L.A.–based vocalist-arranger Mayo. Pop Matters praises his “stunning voice and unique approach that blends tradition and his own material into one hypnotic sound.” Dinner & show only; $95.
May 30, 2026: Michael Dease.
Ensemble led by this widely recorded MSU trombone professor, winner of a prestigious Downbeat poll for Trombonist of the Year.
May 31, 2026: The Now Trio.
Detroit ensemble that plays standards and originals, along with lesser-known arrangements by prolific composers.
Past Events
April 19, 2026: Sarah D’Angelo & Cliff Monear. (More Info)
April 15, 2026: Jonathan Barahal Taylor Quartet. (More Info)
April 4, 2026: Tierney Sutton & Tamir Hendelman. (More Info)
April 2, 2026: Ari & Cecil Alexander Quartet. (More Info)
