C.J.O. "Rhapsody in Blue" at 100 - More Experiments in Modern Music
C.J.O. "Rhapsody in Blue" at 100 - More Experiments in Modern Music
Akron, OH
The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra returns to BLU for "Rhapsody in Blue" at 100 - More Experiments in Modern Music. The CJO has a long tradition of creating new and innovative music and collaborations that straddles styles. We celebrate the 100th year anniversary of Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue" with a …
Saturday, March 16 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Dave Banks Big Band "Latin Heat!"
Dave Banks Big Band "Latin Heat!"
Akron, OH
On March 9 the Dave Banks Big Band will return to BLU Jazz with “Latin Heat!” a big band tribute to Latin Jazz!This powerhouse 17 piece big band will bring you arrangements by well known latin jazz composers, name big bands, and by some of our very own band mates! Shannon Eller joins us on vocals t…
Saturday, March 9 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
The FM Project (Steely Dan Tribute)
The FM Project (Steely Dan Tribute)
Akron, OH
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 popular and highly regarded acts. Cleveland-based FM Project plays the music of …
Saturday, March 2 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
The Sam Blakeslee Quintet
The Sam Blakeslee Quintet
Akron, OH
Join us at BLU, as we welcome back home from NYC, trombonist and composer, Sam Blakeslee and his all star quintet! Line-up: Sam Blakeslee - trombone Bobby Selvaggio - alto saxophone Brandon Coleman - guitar Jordan McBride - bass Dustin May - drums SAM BLAKESLEE BIO Originally from Columbus…
Thursday, March 14 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Hubbs Groove Presents "Black History Concert"
Hubbs Groove Presents "Black History Concert"
Akron, OH
BLU Jazz and Hubb's Groove Inc. presents a special Sunday concert in honor of Black History Month. The night's performance will pay tribute to the great Vesta Williams, Angela Bofill & Phyllis Hyman! Tickets: $25 (limited to 120 tickets) Doors: 5:00pm Show: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Sunday, February 25 2024
6:00 PM
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9:00 PM
Ben Tweedt Trio
Ben Tweedt Trio
Akron, OH
Ben Tweedt and his jazz trio return from Cincinatti, for a special night at Blu Jazz! Ben Tweedt is a pianist, composer, arranger, and music educator based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Born in Brunswick, Ohio and raised in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Ben began his classical training on the piano from a young ag…
Friday, March 1 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Miller South Jazz Band & Kent State University
Miller South Jazz Band & Kent State University
Akron, OH
The Student Concert Series at BLU Jazz will be featured on Wednesdays throughout March and April! Help us support our up and coming young talent! All ticket proceeds will be donated to each respective school's music program. Doors - 6pm Concert - 7pm $10 Admission
Wednesday, March 6 2024
7:00 PM
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10:00 PM
Abstract Sounds
Abstract Sounds
Akron, OH
Cleveland saxophonist, Jevaughn Bogard, brings his group Abstract Sounds back to Akron, for a special night at BLU Jazz! Abstract Sounds is a 6pc Jazz fusion / Funk band from Cleveland, OH started by saxophonist Jevaughn Bogard. The band is a horn section driven by an amazing rhythm section that w…
Friday, March 15 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Bobby Selvaggio & The Theron Brown Trio
Bobby Selvaggio & The Theron Brown Trio
Akron, OH
Saxophonist, Bobby Selvaggio returns to BLU Jazz for a special evening with a stellar line-up.. featuring Theron Brown (keys), Jordan McBride (bass), and Zaire Darden (drums/percussion)! Tickets: $20 (in advance), $25 (day of show)
Friday, March 8 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Brookside High School "Jazz Education Series"
Brookside High School "Jazz Education Series"
Akron, OH
Jazz Education Iniative Series: Brookside High School will be performing at Blu Jazz on Wednesday, March 13th! Come support our local young talent! All ticket proceeds donated to Brookside High School music program.
Wednesday, March 13 2024
6:00 PM
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9:00 PM