TUMBAO BRAVO-- Winner of three Detroit Music Awards, Tumbao Bravo will perform the rhythms of Cuba with rich, original jazz harmonics, led by reedman Paul Vornhagen. Mambo, cha cha, rumba and bolero. Congas, timbales, flute/piccolo, saxophone, trumpet, bass and keyboard. Musically rewarding, upbeat and a super fun presentation
"All bandmembers deliver a high level of comfort with Afro-Cuban music. A well-oiled mambo machine with tight arrangements and sizzling solos" LATIN JAZZ CORNER
Aretha's Jazz Cafe's Sunday evening education-themed jam has, for about a decade, served as Detroit’s hub for jazz musicians to learn their craft in a guided, safe, all-ages environment. Created and administered by Music Hall education director, Scott Gwinnell, jamming musicians of all ages are encouraged to use this experience to work on skills like collaboration, communication, improvisation, repertoire building, as well as to network and socialize with other musicians.
Six-time GRAMMY®-nominated jazz vocalist, producer/advocate, Nnenna Freelon comes to the Cafe for ONE NIGHT ONLY!
SINGERS IN THE ROUND Hosted by: YORG & MATT KYSIA Free Livestream Multi-Camera from Facebook & YouTube • $10 Tickets in Person Presented by DETROIT MUSIC HALL • BROKEN BLANKET We have gathered 5 of the biggest singer/songwriters in the Detroit area to perform their original music in a classic Nashville Round style showcase!
Don't miss out on an unforgettable night celebrating the timeless music of Jazz & Soul with Denise Edwards!
Where jazz speaks, the Karim Gideon Quartet answers...
SkyeLea brings a unique mix of RnB, Pop & Jazz to Detroit. Don’t miss her first headlining night in the city with Badonna + Laura & Zack!
12 Poets will compete for $500 and the chance to battle Detroit's best for $1,500 and the title of All-City Poetry Slam Champion this Fall!
Aretha's Jazz Cafe's Sunday evening education-themed jam has, for about a decade, served as Detroit’s hub for jazz musicians to learn their craft in a guided, safe, all-ages environment. Created and administered by Music Hall education director, Scott Gwinnell, jamming musicians of all ages are encouraged to use this experience to work on skills like collaboration, communication, improvisation, repertoire building, as well as to network and socialize with other musicians.
Get ready for an unforgettable night with the full Jacki Daniels Band complete with boot-stomping favorites and soulful original tunes!
Will Cyprian & Friends RETURNS!
Join us on a night of celebration of life and the magical music catalog Santana has created over the decades.
Join us for a night of soulful performances honoring Whitney Houston with Nina Simone Neal and Inna Zone!
Cen Dervin 57 Birthday Celebration
Aretha's Jazz Cafe's Sunday evening education-themed jam has, for about a decade, served as Detroit’s hub for jazz musicians to learn their craft in a guided, safe, all-ages environment. Created and administered by Music Hall education director, Scott Gwinnell, jamming musicians of all ages are encouraged to use this experience to work on skills like collaboration, communication, improvisation, repertoire building, as well as to network and socialize with other musicians.
Get ready to groove to the smooth sounds of The Jerome Clark Band as they pay tribute to the legendary Grant Green!