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Sunny Side & Victoria Douton - Jazz from New Orleans

Akron, OH EDT
Join us, August 2nd, as we welcome our friends, Sunny Side, with opening act Victoria Douton, for a night of high energy New Orleans jazz!

Bobby Selvaggio Shake Trio

Akron, OH EDT
SATURDAY, August 3rd, premier NE Ohio saxophonist, Bobby Selvaggio, returns to BLU Jazz to shake up the night with his power trio, featuring Kip Reed (bass), and Zaire Dardin (drums)!

Goncalves, Zaleski, Johnson III & McBride

Akron, OH EDT
Vitor Goncalves, Glenn Zaleski, James Johnson III & Jordan McBride brings Western Art music and American jazz together to create a sound guaranteed to dazzle the imagination.These incredibly accomplished musicians, composers… read more

Dillon Shidemantle Quintet

Akron, OH EDT
Singer and trumpeter, Dillon Shidemantle, returns to BLU Jazz with his local all-star quintet to swing the classics! Featuring Tommy Lehman (trumpet), Nick Paparone (guitar), Jordan Mcbride (bass), and Zaire Dardin (drums).

"Ladies First" Comedy Show

Akron, OH EDT
Dart's Promotion and Entertainment Presents, "Ladies First" Comedy Show, featuring headliner Roni Shanell, and hosted by Darnell Mitchell.  This special night of comedy will also feature Precious, Nykki Savage, Kee Silly, an… read more
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Past Events

The Hoschar-Palmieri Quintet

The Hoschar-Palmieri Quintet

Akron, OH
Akron based drummer Drew Hoschar returns home from NYC for a special night at BLU, featuring Colin Palmieri on saxophone! Drew Hoschar - drums and cymbals Colin Palmeri - alto saxophone Evan Taylor - guitar Alex Nicodemus - piano Jack Early - bass The Hoschar-Palmieri Quintet is a 5-piece jaz…
Saturday, July 6 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Andy Bianco Trio

Andy Bianco Trio

Akron, OH
New York City based jazz guitarist/composer/educator/advocate Andy Bianco has performed with Angie Stone, Deborah Cox, Kandace Springs, Ray Chew, Elle Varner, Bob Moses, George Burton & many others at such renowned venues as ABC Television's Good Morning America,  Billboard Live Osaka/Tokyo, The Ho…
Saturday, July 20 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Qwik Sil-ver Jazz

Qwik Sil-ver Jazz

Akron, OH
QS Jazz started out as a trio of musicians who loved the classic style of jazz and embraced all forms of music. Bringing their own interpretations of jazz classics and "jazzing up" their renditions of blues and even rock tunes, QS Jazz has been captivating audiences across northeast Ohio for over s…
Friday, June 28 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Xavier Dimoff Trio ft. Ronell Regis

Xavier Dimoff Trio ft. Ronell Regis

Akron, OH
Up and coming NE Ohio saxophonist, Xavier Dimoff, returns to BLU Jazz+ with his jazz quartet, featuring Ronell Regis (alto sax), Taylor Arbogast (bass), and Jake Ross (drums)
Friday, July 26 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Danjo Jazz Orchestra w/ Casey Brefka

Danjo Jazz Orchestra w/ Casey Brefka

Akron, OH
Thursday, July 18th - Trombonist/composer Andrew Wegierski & the Danjo Jazz Orchestra return to BLU Jazz for a special performance featuring the music of Casey Brefka! A native of Northeast Ohio, Casey has enjoyed a successful career in Nashville as a trumpeter, writer, and bandleader and is gracio…
Thursday, July 18 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Aaron Smith & RDAA

Aaron Smith & RDAA

Akron, OH
Meet "Aaron Smith & RDAA," a dynamic band founded by drummer, Aaron Smith, driven by a passion for original jazz, fusion, and soul music. Hailing from the Midwest, with roots in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, and Kentucky, the band has captivated audiences in cities like Cleveland, Akron, Indianapolis, a…
Saturday, June 29 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Dan Wilson Group

Dan Wilson Group

Akron, OH
DAN WILSON RETURNS TO BLU JAZZ WITH HIS ALL-STAR QUINTET, SATURDAY, JULY 13TH! Line-up: Tommy Lehman - Trumpet Kip Reed - Bass Ben Tweedt - Piano David Throckmorton - Drums Dan Wilson - Guitar ABOUT DAN WILSON Growing up in Akron, Ohio, Dan Wilson spent the majority of his youth within the …
Saturday, July 13 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Adam Hawley

Adam Hawley

Akron, OH
Smooth Jazz Guitarist, Adam Hawley, returns to Blu Jazz! Ten #1 hits. 65+ dates per year. Adam Hawley has burst on to the scene as a celebrated and innovative artist, composer and band leader. Originally signed to Maurice White’s (founder of Earth, Wind, & Fire) label Kalimba Music, Adam’s first t…
Saturday, June 22 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Darren Frate Group

Darren Frate Group

Akron, OH
Darren Frate Groups music has been described as world music, jazz and jazz fusion woven together by bass driven grooves and improvisation. The leader, bassist Darren Frate is a graduate of the Berklee College of Music. The group will be debuting new compositions for this show as well as works from …
Friday, June 21 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Thomas Schinabeck Quartet

Thomas Schinabeck Quartet

Akron, OH
Friday, July 12th, Up and coming Cleveland saxophonist, Thomas Schinabeck, hits the stage at BLU Jazz, with his all-star quartet! Line-up: Leonardo Zurita - Piano Gabe Jones - Drums Aidan Plank - Bass Thomas Schinabeck - Alto saxophone  Thomas Schinabeck is a saxophonist and composer from Cle…
Friday, July 12 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM
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