DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
Detroit native and bassist Robert Hurst has been making his mark in the jazz world over a 30+ year career including garnering seven GRAMMY and four EMMY Awards. Renowned for his work with icons like Sir Paul McCartney, Wynton Marsalis, and more, Hurst remains an integral figure in contemporary music and cultural movements. He will be joined by GRAMMY-nominated pianist Orrin Evans and nine-time GRAMMY-winning drummer Jeff “Tain” Watts to round out this powerhouse trio.

DOORS 9PM | SHOW 9:30-10:30PM
Detroit native and bassist Robert Hurst has been making his mark in the jazz world over a 30+ year career including garnering seven GRAMMY and four EMMY Awards. Renowned for his work with icons like Sir Paul McCartney, Wynton Marsalis, and more, Hurst remains an integral figure in contemporary music and cultural movements. He will be joined by GRAMMY-nominated pianist Orrin Evans and nine-time GRAMMY-winning drummer Jeff “Tain” Watts to round out this powerhouse trio.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
Marcus Elliot is a saxophonist, composer, improviser, and educator based in Detroit. His compositions and improvisations have been described by the New York Times as "convincing and confident, evolved in touch and tone...", and the Detroit Free Press has said, "Marcus Elliot represents next generation of jazz".

DOORS 9PM | SHOW 9:30-10:30PM
Marcus Elliot is a saxophonist, composer, improviser, and educator based in Detroit. His compositions and improvisations have been described by the New York Times as "convincing and confident, evolved in touch and tone...", and the Detroit Free Press has said, "Marcus Elliot represents next generation of jazz".

DOORS 5:30PM | SHOW 6:30-7:30PM

Conga player and composer Alberto Nacif and the superlative musicians who make up the sizzling Latin Jazz group Aguanko have a new, all original Latin Jazz recording titled “Unidad”, which was released at the July 2023 performance at Blue LLama.

DOORS 8:15PM | SHOW 9-10PM

Conga player and composer Alberto Nacif and the superlative musicians who make up the sizzling Latin Jazz group Aguanko have a new, all original Latin Jazz recording titled “Unidad”, which was released at the July 2023 performance at Blue LLama.

DOORS 10:15PM | SHOW 10:30PM - CLOSE
Jordan Rattner is a guitarist, composer, and bandleader from Milwaukee, WI, known for his versatile approach to jazz and popular styles. His playing ranges from visceral intensity to introspective depth, weaving intricate musical narratives.

DOORS 5PM | SHOW 6-7PM
Stella Cole, a rising vocalist, brings new energy to jazz standards, Broadway classics, and the Great American Songbook. With performances at New York’s premier jazz venues and a global tour with Postmodern Jukebox, she’s quickly making a name for herself with a unique sound that marries the traditional and the contemporary.

DOORS 8PM | SHOW 8:30-9:30PM
Stella Cole, a rising vocalist, brings new energy to jazz standards, Broadway classics, and the Great American Songbook. With performances at New York’s premier jazz venues and a global tour with Postmodern Jukebox, she’s quickly making a name for herself with a unique sound that marries the traditional and the contemporary.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
DOORS 8:30PM | SHOW 8:45-9:45PM
Formed in 2004, Tumbao Bravo is a dynamic Latin Jazz ensemble from Ann Arbor. With three Detroit Music Awards under their belt, they skillfully blend the authentic rhythms of Cuba – including mambo, cha cha, rumba, and bolero – with rich and original jazz harmonics.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
DOORS 8:30PM | SHOW 8:45-9:45PM

Sky Covington and her ensemble, November Fourth, have captivated audiences for over 20 years with their soulful jazz performances that celebrate the rich legacy of the genre. Featuring Sky's emotive vocals and a talented lineup including "Man," Ibrahim Jones, Phil Harmonic, and Terrence Neal, the group delivers timeless and engaging musical experiences. | Ladies walk in for free, or if you pre-book a reservation, you’ll receive in-house credit to use toward your final food bill that night.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM

Sean Dobbins and his ensemble will celebrate the holiday season featuring their unique twist of some of our favorite holiday classics in the style of jazz, R&B, and soul music.

DOORS 9PM | SHOW 9:30-10:30PM

Sean Dobbins and his ensemble will celebrate the holiday season featuring their unique twist of some of our favorite holiday classics in the style of jazz, R&B, and soul music.

DOORS 5:30PM | SHOW 6:30-7:30PM

William Hill III is a pianist, composer, arranger, and bandleader who hails from Detroit. He is a graduate of the Detroit School of Arts, and is currently undergoing his baccalaureate studies at the prestigious Manhattan School of Music. Hill's trio is heavily based in the tradition of Straight Ahead Jazz with elements of the Blues, Bebop, and Free Jazz.

DOORS 8:15PM | SHOW 9-10PM

William Hill III is a pianist, composer, arranger, and bandleader who hails from Detroit. He is a graduate of the Detroit School of Arts, and is currently undergoing his baccalaureate studies at the prestigious Manhattan School of Music. Hill's trio is heavily based in the tradition of Straight Ahead Jazz with elements of the Blues, Bebop, and Free Jazz.

DOORS 10:15PM | SHOW 10:30PM - 11:45PM
Flashpoint Quintet, formed in the fall of 2023 at Indiana University, is a hard bop jazz ensemble featuring Jake Lee (trumpet), Willie Bays (saxophone), Alex Hurvitz (piano), Alex Hoberty (bass), and Tate Sherman (drums). Known for their original compositions and influences from jazz legends like Art Blakey and Kenny Garrett, they have already performed at prestigious events such as the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival and the 2023 Ann Arbor Jazz Festival.

DOORS 5PM | SHOW 6-7PM
DOORS 7:15PM | SHOWTIME 7:30-8:15PM
Zach Sommerfeld and Jonathon Muir-Cotton offer up jazz classics to accompany your Sunday dinner!

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
Now in their second year of residency at the Blue LLama Jazz Club, the Nick Collins Sextet found their home playing the late set on Saturday nights. Accustomed to coming onstage after acts from Sean Dobbins to Kenny Garrett, the sextet keeps audiences engaged late into the night by keeping the energy high and the arrangements varied.

DOORS 9PM | SHOW 9:30-10:30PM
Now in their second year of residency at the Blue LLama Jazz Club, the Nick Collins Sextet found their home playing the late set on Saturday nights. Accustomed to coming onstage after acts from Sean Dobbins to Kenny Garrett, the sextet keeps audiences engaged late into the night by keeping the energy high and the arrangements varied.

DOORS 5:30PM | SHOW 6:30-7:30PM

Isis Damil is a Detroit-bred singer and songwriter. Her fiery, mezzo vocals blend with jazzy R&B melodies to share stories of confidence, sensuality, and spirituality. Her sultry, soulful aura is a culmination of her own development as an artist and woman, and is reflected seamlessly throughout her music.

DOORS 8:15PM | SHOW 9-10PM

Isis Damil is a Detroit-bred singer and songwriter. Her fiery, mezzo vocals blend with jazzy R&B melodies to share stories of confidence, sensuality, and spirituality. Her sultry, soulful aura is a culmination of her own development as an artist and woman, and is reflected seamlessly throughout her music.

DOORS 10:15PM | SHOW 10:30PM - CLOSE

Inertia blends jazz vocals with bebop and hard bop influences to create a unique approach to jazz standards and The Great American Songbook.

DOORS 5PM | SHOW 6-7PM

DOORS 7:15PM | SHOWTIME 7:30-8:15PM

Guitarist and composer Noah Hogan leads his Quartet exploring the intersections between Jazz, Brazilian music, and film scores.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM

Kick off your New Year’s Eve celebration at Blue LLama Jazz Club with an early dinner and a show! ! In addition to an incredible performance by local jazz staple Paul Keller, you can enjoy a chef-curated three-course tasting menu to round out your evening!

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
DOORS 8:30PM | SHOW 8:45-9:45PM

Cliff Monear is a professional jazz pianist and has performed all over the world with some of the biggest stars in show-business.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
DOORS 8:30PM | SHOW 8:45-9:45PM

Award winning jazz pianist and educator Lisa Sung is a talented and versatile pianist, studied in both classical and jazz music. She will be joined by Houston Patton, Dylan Sherman and NYC dummer Wenting Wu.

DOORS 4PM | SHOWTIME 5:01PM
Vincent York, a saxophonist and bandleader, has toured with the Duke Ellington Orchestra under Mercer Ellington and performed with legends like Ray Charles, Ella Fitzgerald, and Aretha Franklin. A versatile musician with roots in classical and jazz studies, he founded Vincent York’s New York Force and released acclaimed recordings, blending his mastery of jazz with a rich musical heritage.

DOORS 6:15PM | SHOW 7-8PM

Olivia Van Goor is a jazz vocalist, arranger, composer, producer, and educator in Southeast Michigan. With a knowledge of the Great American Songbook, jazz tradition, and a natural swing feel, she always delivers an excellent show any music lover will enjoy.

DOORS 9PM | SHOW 9:30-10:30PM

Olivia Van Goor is a jazz vocalist, arranger, composer, producer, and educator in Southeast Michigan. With a knowledge of the Great American Songbook, jazz tradition, and a natural swing feel, she always delivers an excellent show any music lover will enjoy.

DOORS 5PM | SHOW 6-7PM
DOORS 7:15PM | SHOWTIME 7:30-8:15PM
Pianist Bob Mervak and bassist Jeff Pedraz will explore deep cuts of The Great American Songbook, intimately scaled down to piano, bass, and vocal.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
Moises Borges, a Cleveland-based guitarist and vocalist from Bahia, Brazil, brings the vibrant sounds of Samba and Bossa Nova to life with his soothing voice and engaging storytelling. Performing solo or with his band, Borges blends original compositions and timeless classics by Brazilian legends like Jobim and Gilberto, creating unforgettable experiences for lovers of Brazilian jazz.

DOORS 8:30PM | SHOW 9-10PM
Moises Borges, a Cleveland-based guitarist and vocalist from Bahia, Brazil, brings the vibrant sounds of Samba and Bossa Nova to life with his soothing voice and engaging storytelling. Performing solo or with his band, Borges blends original compositions and timeless classics by Brazilian legends like Jobim and Gilberto, creating unforgettable experiences for lovers of Brazilian jazz.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
DOORS 8:30PM | SHOW 8:45-9:45PM

Drummer/Composer Jonathan Barahal Taylor leads a band of phenomenal musicians while they perform a book of dynamic original music and interprets lesser-heard work from some of the great composers of Black American Music.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM

Sean Dobbins and his quintet will perform high energy set featuring music from his new recording The World We Know along with jazz standards and R&B.

DOORS 9PM | SHOW 9:30-10:30PM

Sean Dobbins and his quintet will perform high energy set featuring music from his new recording The World We Know along with jazz standards and R&B.

DOORS 5:30PM | SHOW 6:30-7:30PM

Matt Von Roderick is an innovative jazz trumpeter and vocalist hailed as “a post-millennial Chet Baker” by The New York Times. His poignant sound and uplifting performances have graced iconic venues like Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and The Kennedy Center. Known for his collaborations with legends such as Brad Mehldau, Antonio Sanchez, and Dionne Warwick, Matt’s artistry blends trumpet virtuosity with dreamy vocals and jazz roots.

DOORS 8:15PM | SHOW 9-10PM

Matt Von Roderick is an innovative jazz trumpeter and vocalist hailed as “a post-millennial Chet Baker” by The New York Times. His poignant sound and uplifting performances have graced iconic venues like Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and The Kennedy Center. Known for his collaborations with legends such as Brad Mehldau, Antonio Sanchez, and Dionne Warwick, Matt’s artistry blends trumpet virtuosity with dreamy vocals and jazz roots.

DOORS 10:15PM | SHOW 10:30PM - CLOSE
Blou Reed is a band which combines the funk stylings of Roy Hargrove and Endea Owens with the beat and groove of The jazz messengers.

DOORS 5PM | SHOW 6-7PM
DOORS 7:15PM | SHOWTIME 7:30-8:15PM
Cliff and Sarah deliver an extraordinary show spotlighting the iconic music of Ella Fitzgerald and Etta James. These two powerhouse vocalists in their own right have a library of works that are familiar and fun, soulful, and swinging!

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
DOORS 8:30PM | SHOW 8:45-9:45PM

Hot swinging, bop and blues infused trio plays originals, and jazz classics including Monk, Bird, Bud, and Wes.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
The Headhunters, the legendary jazz-funk group co-led by Bill Summers and Mike Clark with NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison, celebrated 50 years of innovation in 2023. Known for their groundbreaking work with Herbie Hancock on Head Hunters, Thrust, and Man-Child, the band has continued to push boundaries, releasing classics like Survival of the Fittest and their latest album, The Stunt Man. Joining them are New Orleans music scene veterans Chris Severin and Kyle Roussel, as they embark on a European tour in 2024.

DOORS 9PM | SHOW 9:30-10:40PM
The Headhunters, the legendary jazz-funk group co-led by Bill Summers and Mike Clark with NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison, celebrated 50 years of innovation in 2023. Known for their groundbreaking work with Herbie Hancock on Head Hunters, Thrust, and Man-Child, the band has continued to push boundaries, releasing classics like Survival of the Fittest and their latest album, The Stunt Man. Joining them are New Orleans music scene veterans Chris Severin and Kyle Roussel, as they embark on a European tour in 2024.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
Now in their second year of residency at the Blue LLama Jazz Club, the Nick Collins Sextet found their home playing the late set on Saturday nights. Accustomed to coming onstage after acts from Sean Dobbins to Kenny Garrett, the sextet keeps audiences engaged late into the night by keeping the energy high and the arrangements varied.

DOORS 9PM | SHOW 9:30-10:30PM
Now in their second year of residency at the Blue LLama Jazz Club, the Nick Collins Sextet found their home playing the late set on Saturday nights. Accustomed to coming onstage after acts from Sean Dobbins to Kenny Garrett, the sextet keeps audiences engaged late into the night by keeping the energy high and the arrangements varied.

DOORS 5:30PM | SHOW 6:30-7:30PM

Allen Dennard is a trumpeter, composer and bandleader who has made five appearances as a sideman in the Detroit Jazz Festival and was chosen to be a headliner at the Detroit Jazz Festival, showcasing his group “The Allen Dennard Quintet”.

DOORS 8:15PM | SHOW 9-10PM

Allen Dennard is a trumpeter, composer and bandleader who has made five appearances as a sideman in the Detroit Jazz Festival and was chosen to be a headliner at the Detroit Jazz Festival, showcasing his group “The Allen Dennard Quintet”.

DOORS 10:15PM | SHOW 10:30PM - 11:45PM
Laura-Simone Martin, a 19-year-old bassist and vocalist, has performed at prestigious venues like the BBC Proms and Carnegie Hall and was part of Marcus Miller’s bass ensemble for Oscar-winning director Steve McQueen’s exhibit Bass. Rooted in her faith, she is passionate about using her music to inspire and uplift, while delivering a powerful sound.

DOORS 5PM | SHOW 6-7PM
Fareed Haque is a modern guitar virtuoso. Steeped in classical and jazz traditions, his unique command of the guitar and different musical styles inspire his musical ventures with tradition and fearless innovation. 

DOORS 8PM | SHOW 8:30-9:30PM
Fareed Haque is a modern guitar virtuoso. Steeped in classical and jazz traditions, his unique command of the guitar and different musical styles inspire his musical ventures with tradition and fearless innovation. 

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
DOORS 8:30PM | SHOW 8:45-9:45PM

The Houston Patton Quartet is an ensemble that provides a high energy and diverse experience, pulling from all aspects of Black American music and beyond.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
DOORS 8:30PM | SHOW 8:45-9:45PM

This quartet is the latest assembly of musicians led by saxophonist Tim Haldeman. They will be performing almost entirely new original music.

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
New Nostalgia is music for your head and your heart, a Chicago-based fusion horn band that blends jazz, pop and rock flavors together for a sound you didn't know you needed in your life. New Nostalgia features a 5-horn section and powerhouse rhythm section, straddling genre lines with intricate arranging and improvisation, singable melodies, and unstoppable rock energy.

DOORS 9PM | SHOW 9:30-10:30PM
New Nostalgia is music for your head and your heart, a Chicago-based fusion horn band that blends jazz, pop and rock flavors together for a sound you didn't know you needed in your life. New Nostalgia features a 5-horn section and powerhouse rhythm section, straddling genre lines with intricate arranging and improvisation, singable melodies, and unstoppable rock energy.

DOORS 10:15PM | SHOW 10:30PM - CLOSE
Hailing from the Metro-Detroit area, Jacob Hart and his quartet bring you music that will warm you up, cool you down, and feed your soul. They play a wide variety of genres, including Bebop, Postbop, and even funk!

DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7-8PM
Detroit-born, Grammy-winning producer and musician Don Was is known for his work with artists like Bonnie Raitt, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan. Since 2011, he has served as the President of Blue Note Records, championing its legacy while producing modern jazz icons. Additionally, he co-founded the Wolf Brothers with Bob Weir, directs the Don Was Detroit All Star Revue, and hosts a weekly radio show on Detroit's WDET-FM.

DOORS 9PM | SHOW 9:30-10:30PM
Detroit-born, Grammy-winning producer and musician Don Was is known for his work with artists like Bonnie Raitt, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan. Since 2011, he has served as the President of Blue Note Records, championing its legacy while producing modern jazz icons. Additionally, he co-founded the Wolf Brothers with Bob Weir, directs the Don Was Detroit All Star Revue, and hosts a weekly radio show on Detroit's WDET-FM.