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BLU Jazz+

"BLU-esday Tuesday" Blues Jam

Akron, OH EDT
Join us as we continue our Tuesday night blues jam session tradition, hosted by NE Ohio all-star blues musicians John Markovic, Ryan Neuman, & Erik Diaz! Bring your axe or horn & wail the blues as part of this ongoing musica… read more

Brian Charette Trio

Akron, OH EDT
GRAMMY® nominated, Hammond-endorsed New York City organist and Downbeat "Rising Star" award winner returns to the Rubber City! Featuring Brian Charette, Dan Wilson, Jordan Young.

The Affinity Trio +1 ft. Eric Jacobson

Akron, OH EDT
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18th: Trumpeter, Eric Jacobson, returns to BLU Jazz with The Affinity Trio +1!

Alex Anest Organ Trio

Akron, OH EDT
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25th! Guitarist, Alex Anest brings his organ trio to BLU Jazz+!

Smooth Laughs At BLU Jazz - A Benefit Comedy Show

Akron, OH EDT
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26th! Just Okay Events Presents... Smooth Laughs at BLU Jazz! This will be a benefit comedy show with proceeds going directly to the cause and talent. Performances will be by host Zach Thomas, Bryan Sternik… read more

Dave Banks Big Band

Akron, OH EDT
Saturday, November 2nd: The Dave Banks Big Band will roar into BLU with their popular tribute to the Horn Bands! Many of us know and love the sounds of great horn bands such as Chicago, Blood, Sweat and Tears, Chase, Tower o… read more

Olivia Van Goor Quintet ft. Andrew Wegierski

Akron, OH EDT
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7th! Sensational jazz vocalist and band leader, Olivia Van Goor, returns to BLU with her jazz quintet, featuring Andrew Wegierski on trombone!

Max Johnson Trio

Akron, OH EDT
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8th: Internationally reknown, composer and bassist, Max Johnson, returns to BLU Jazz with his trio, featuring Neta Raanan (tenor saxophone), and Eliza Salem (drumset)!

Eddie Baccus Jr.

Akron, OH EDT
Soulful & funky Cleveland native saxophonist and "Pieces of a Dream" alumnus returns home by way of Maryland to BLU Jazz+!

Althea Rene

Akron, OH EDT
Detroit soul jazz flutist & Billboard chart-topping sensation brings her red hot band back to the Rubber City in a sizzlin' return to BLU!

Esto Jazz ft. Robert Esterle

Akron, OH EDT
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16th: Saxophonist Bob Esterle leads feel-good instrumental jazz & pop group in roaring return to the BLU stage! Featuring Bob Esterle, Dominic Reto (piano/keys), Wilbur Krebs (bass), James "J.R." Richley (… read more

Elan Trotman

Akron, OH EDT
Barbados native award-winning smooth jazz saxophonist & Billboard chart-topping recording artist blends Caribbean rhythms from his roots with skillful horn textures in a roarin' return to BLU!

Julian Vaughn

Akron, OH EDT
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29th! Julian Vaughn, Billboard chart-topping bassist, producer & contemporary jazz recording artist grooves his way back from Kansas City to the Rubber City for a very special one-night-only BLU return!
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Past Events

"Mediterranean Nights" Apollo's Fire Baroque Orchestra

"Mediterranean Nights" Apollo's Fire Baroque Orchestra

Akron, OH
GRAMMY®-winning ensemble Apollo’s Fire invites you back to 1600, when musicians in Spain, Italy, and North Africa loved to jam on traditional folk tunes. Soprano Mira Fu-en Huang sings ballads of love and despair, while dueling violinists Alan Choo and Hanna Bingham join with friends on cello and l…
Thursday, September 19 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Dave Banks Big Band - “What’s New?” The Music of Linda Ronstadt!!

Dave Banks Big Band - “What’s New?” The Music of Linda Ronstadt!!

Akron, OH
Friday, September 20th! A brand new big band show featuring the talented vocalist Katie Kirchner Gladman performing a salute to Linda Ronstadt. Dave Banks Big Band will feature arrangements from the historic iconic Nelson Riddle/Linda Ronstadt recordings as well as new takes on some of her hard roc…
Friday, September 20 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

The FM Project (Steely Dan Tribute)

The FM Project (Steely Dan Tribute)

Akron, OH
THE FM PROJECT RETURNS TO BLU JAZZ FOR OUR 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY MONTH OF OCTOBER! There is nothing like the music of Steely Dan. With more than 40 years of worldwide acclaim and 30 million album sales, the Grammy award-winning 2001 Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductees remain one of pop music’s most…
Saturday, October 12 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Bobby Selvaggio Quartet

Bobby Selvaggio Quartet

Akron, OH
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st: Premier NE Ohio saxophonist, Bobby Selvaggio, returns to BLU Jazz to shake up the night with his quartet, featuring Zakk Jones (guitar), Jeremy McCabe (drums), and Ahmed McLemore (bass). Bobby Selvaggio is one of the leading alto saxophone voices on today's jazz scene.  I…
Saturday, September 21 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

John Fedchock's “JJ Johnson Centennial Tribute”

John Fedchock's “JJ Johnson Centennial Tribute”

Akron, OH
John Fedchock's “JJ Johnson Centennial Tribute” The year 2024 marked the 100th birthday of legendary trombonist and NEA Master, J.J. Johnson. In celebration of this centennial milestone, NYC trombonist, John Fedchock recorded a live quartet recording in J.J. Johnson's hometown of Indianapolis titl…
Friday, October 11 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

The Beck Ward Project -Billy Beck & Rick Ward of the Ohio Players

The Beck Ward Project -Billy Beck & Rick Ward of the Ohio Players

Akron, OH
Join us at BLU Jazz+ Saturday, October 5th for The Beck Ward Project. Featuring Rick Ward & Billy Beck of the Ohio Players! Presented by Upscale Entertainment. Doors: 7:00pm Show: 8:00pm Tickets: $20 (purchased in advance), $25 (purchased at door)
Saturday, October 5 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Tommy Lehman 4tet

Tommy Lehman 4tet

Akron, OH
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9th: The one and only Tommy Lehman (trumpet), hits the stage at BLU Jazz with his local all-star quartet! Featuring SmokeFace (bass), Andru Dennis (keys), and Gabe Jones (drums)! Door: 6:00pm Show: 7:00pm
Wednesday, October 9 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Dan Bruce Trio "OHM"

Dan Bruce Trio "OHM"

Akron, OH
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27th: Dan Bruce (guitar), Jordan McBride (bass), and Dustin May (drums) are OHM! The trio features high energy original improvised music and unique arrangements of their favorite tunes, all set to forceful and distinctive grooves. About: By embracing the influence of his heroes …
Friday, September 27 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

BLU Jazz Jam Sessions w/ Chris Coles, Nick Paparone, Jordan McBride, & Zaire Darden

BLU Jazz Jam Sessions w/ Chris Coles, Nick Paparone, Jordan McBride, & Zaire Darden

Akron, OH
THE LAST THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH - BLU JAZZ JAM SESSIONS! Hosted by Nick Paparone (guitar), Jordan Mcbride (bass), & Zaire Dardin (drums & percussion). The BLU Jazz Jam is for musicians and music lovers alike! Come hang, have a drink (if you’re of age), and experience this exciting forum for mus…
Thu, May 30 2024 8:00 PM Thu, Sep 26 2024 11:00 PM

Smooth Laughs at BLU Jazz+ feat. Teddy Bruno

Smooth Laughs at BLU Jazz+ feat. Teddy Bruno

Akron, OH
The second Smooth Laughs at BLU Jazz+ stand-up comedy show will be held at Blu Jazz+ in downtown Akron, Ohio, on Saturday September 28th! Doors open at 7:30 PM, and the show will start at 8:30 PM. Tickets are $25. Your host Zach Thomas is the co-founder of Just Okay Events and has quickly establis…
Saturday, September 28 2024 8:00 PM 10:30 PM
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