Brain & The Glasses
Brain & The Glasses
Akron, OH
“Experience auditory cranial transformation! Hear the people’s jazz! Led by rhythmic maestro Brian Randall, Brain and the Glasses mends the rift between the folk and the jazz cat. Featuring trombonist Andrew Wegierski, guitarist Chandler Carpenter, bassist Chris Mezzolesta, and pianist Jennifer Jam…
Friday, April 26 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Smooth Laughs at BLU Jazz feat. Raj Suresh
Smooth Laughs at BLU Jazz feat. Raj Suresh
Akron, OH
Just Okay Events presents.. Smooth Laughs at BLU Jazz+, featuring headliner, Raj Suresh, comedian Bryan Sternik, and hosted by Zach Thomas! A comedian since 2013, Raj Suresh (SiriusXM, AppleTV) jokes about cats, India, and his comedy adventures in the US and abroad. His new special, "Break The Le…
Saturday, April 27 2024
8:30 PM
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11:30 PM
Keigo Hirakawa Trio feat. Joshua Smith
Keigo Hirakawa Trio feat. Joshua Smith
Akron, OH
Keigo Hirakawa returns to BLU Jazz with his jazz trio, featuring New Orleans saxophonist, Joshua Smith! Line-up: Keigo Hirakawa - Piano Matt Wiles - Bass Jeff Mellott - Drums Joshua Smith - Saxophone About: Over the period of 20 years as a professional jazz pianist and 7 full-length album ap…
Friday, May 3 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Tim Mirth's Guitar Band
Tim Mirth's Guitar Band
Akron, OH
We are thillred to have Tim Mirth’s Guitar Band return to Blu Jazz! The Guitar Band will be presenting new compositions and arrangements, and perhaps even some new guitars.. Presenting a mix of originals and re-arrangements of jazz standards, Tim Mirth's Guitar band approaches the music in an unco…
Thursday, May 2 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Jackson High School: Student All-Star Jazz Performance
Jackson High School: Student All-Star Jazz Performance
Akron, OH
Join us at BLU Jazz+ as we showcase performances by the talented groups from Jackson High School under the direction of Sean Monigold! Presented by the BLU Jazz+ Masterclass Foundation, our BLU Jazz+ Student All-Stars Concert Series features the talented student ensembles from Jackson High School,…
Thursday, May 16 2024
6:00 PM
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8:30 PM
Comedy Night at BLU ft. Marcus Martin
Comedy Night at BLU ft. Marcus Martin
Akron, OH
Dart's Promotions & Entertainment presents Comedy Night at BLU, featuring headliner Marcus Martin, with fellow comedians, The Real John King, and Tanc. The evening will be hosted by Darnell Mitchell, DJ Rizzo, and a special performance by Saxy Ric. Tickets: General Admission $15 (in advance), $20 …
Saturday, May 4 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Adam Bronstein & The ABTrio
Adam Bronstein & The ABTrio
Akron, OH
Adam Bronstein, jazz guitarist from Buffalo, NY, returns to Blu Jazz+ with his trio! Adam is known for his clever songwriting and playful improvisation – with both boldly on display in his working band - ABtrio. His music is instrumental with influences ranging from modern jazz through hip-hop an…
Saturday, May 11 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Standards & Classics ft. Ava Preston
Standards & Classics ft. Ava Preston
Akron, OH
Join us every “Last Thursday” of the month as we sing & swing the jazz standards along with some blues and pop/rock with a jazz twist. Rising star vocalist Ava Preston leads her dynamic quartet and is always open to audience suggestions! Ava Preston is vocalist and songwriter from the Cleveland ar…
Thu, Jan 25 2024
8:00 PM
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Thu, Apr 25 2024
11:00 PM
Maria Jacobs Quartet
Maria Jacobs Quartet
Akron, OH
Jazz vocalist, Maria Jacobs returns to BLU with her quartet! Featuring Rock Wehrman (piano), Tim Lekan (bass), and Mark Gonder (drums)! Maria Jacobs is a national recording artist who has released eight solo albums as a leader. She has charted on the Groove Jazz and Smooth jazz holiday charts. She…
Friday, May 17 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Dave Banks Big Band - Maynard Ferguson Birthday Bash
Dave Banks Big Band - Maynard Ferguson Birthday Bash
Akron, OH
Join us on May 10th, as The Dave Banks Big Band celebrates the music of trumpeter and band leader, Maynard Ferguson, on his late 96th birthday! Tickets will move fast.. do not miss this rafter shaking night of big band tunes! The Dave Banks Big Band: This powerhouse 17 piece swinging big band is …
Friday, May 10 2024
8:00 PM
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11:00 PM
