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…
Friday, November 22 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Esto Jazz ft. Robert Esterle
Esto Jazz ft. Robert Esterle
Akron, OH
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 (drums). Esterle has performed in a wide variety of musical groups from sym…
Saturday, November 16 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Eddie Baccus Jr.
Eddie Baccus Jr.
Akron, OH
Soulful & funky Cleveland native saxophonist and "Pieces of a Dream" alumnus returns home by way of Maryland to BLU Jazz+! As a touring member of Pieces of a Dream for a decade and a half, Baccus Jr had the opportunity to perform with and alongside a virtual who’s who in the traditional jazz, urb…
Saturday, November 9 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Elan Trotman
Elan Trotman
Akron, OH
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! Sax-Man Elan Trotman has quickly become one of the fastest rising stars in jazz with over 10 Billboard to…
Saturday, November 23 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Bobby Selvaggio & KSU
Bobby Selvaggio & KSU
Akron, OH
KSU
Thursday, November 14 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Max Johnson Trio
Max Johnson Trio
Akron, OH
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)! Described as “an intrepid composer, architect of sound and beast of the bass…” (Brad Cohan, NYC Jazz Record) comp…
Friday, November 8 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
BLU Jazz Jam Sessions ft. Tommy Lehman, Nick Paparone, Jordan McBride, & Zaire Darden
BLU Jazz Jam Sessions ft. Tommy Lehman, 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
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Thu, Oct 31 2024
11:00 PM
Dave Banks Big Band
Dave Banks Big Band
Akron, OH
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 of Power, and Ten Wheel Drive. See what a full big band can do with some of …
Saturday, November 2 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Olivia Van Goor Quintet ft. Andrew Wegierski
Olivia Van Goor Quintet ft. Andrew Wegierski
Akron, OH
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7th! Sensational jazz vocalist and band leader, Olivia Van Goor, returns to BLU with her jazz quintet, featuring Andrew Wegierski on trombone! Line-up: Olivia Van Goor - Vocals Andrew Wegierski - Trombone Rock Wehrmann - Piano Rob Sobnosky - Bass Brad Billmaier - Drums Oli…
Thursday, November 7 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Althea Rene
Althea Rene
Akron, OH
Detroit soul jazz flutist & Billboard chart-topping sensation brings her red hot band back to the Rubber City in a sizzlin' return to BLU! Althea was born December 25th in Detroit, Michigan and began her musical journey at the tender age four. She studied classical music while attending Howard Uni…
Friday, November 15 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
