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SUMMARY:LATE NIGHT: Langston M. Kitchen & The Mahogany Collective
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/late-night-langston-m-kitchen-the-mahogany-collective/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250913T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
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SUMMARY:Michael Dease All-Star Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/michael-dease/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250912T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
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SUMMARY:Jimmy Greene Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/jimmy-greene-quartet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T213000
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SUMMARY:REDWOOD
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/redwood/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250910T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
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SUMMARY:Houston Patton & Hidden Nomination
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/houston-patton-hidden-nomination/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250907T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250907T223000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250801T154232Z
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SUMMARY:Paul Cornish Trio
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/paul-cornish-trio/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250906T221500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250906T234500
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250801T191926Z
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SUMMARY:LATE NIGHT: Junk Jazz-Djallo Djakate & Aya Sekine
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/late-night-junk-jazz-djallo-djakate-aya-sekine/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250906T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250906T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250801T190659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T212407Z
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SUMMARY:Straight Ahead
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/straight-ahead-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250905T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250905T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
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UID:10000072-1757098800-1757109600@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Straight Ahead
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/straight-ahead-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T223000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250717T212521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T213009Z
UID:10000058-1757012400-1757025000@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:George Porter Jr.
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/george-porter-jr/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250903T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250903T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250804T180812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T201550Z
UID:10000084-1756926000-1756935000@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Rick Roe Trio
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/rick-roe-trio/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250831T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250820T202237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T202237Z
UID:10000107-1756663200-1756672200@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:The Triumvirate
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/the-triumvirate/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250713T130826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T011335Z
UID:10000050-1756578600-1756589400@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Gene Dunlap Band
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/gene-dunlap-band/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250829T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250829T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250721T222030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T011203Z
UID:10000059-1756494000-1756504800@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Tariq Gardner & Evening Star
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/tariq-gardner-evening-star/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250828T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250721T223041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T011034Z
UID:10000061-1756407600-1756416600@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Laura-Simone Trio ft. Xavier Davis & Nate Winn
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/laura-simone-trio/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250827T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250827T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250721T230725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T135744Z
UID:10000066-1756321200-1756330200@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:The NoW Trio
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/the-now-trio/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250824T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250824T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250721T230332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T010854Z
UID:10000065-1756058400-1756067400@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Keigo Hirakawa Trio
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/keigo-hirakawa-trio/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250823T221500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250823T233000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250721T224633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T144741Z
UID:10000064-1755987300-1755991800@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:LATE NIGHT: Alonso Umana Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/alonso-umana-quartet/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250823T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250823T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250713T130410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T010236Z
UID:10000049-1755973800-1755984600@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Nick Collins Sextet
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/nick-collins-sextet-2/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250822T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250822T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250711T180654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T010807Z
UID:10000045-1755889200-1755900000@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Walter Blanding Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/walter-blanding-quintet/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250821T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250721T222535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T010725Z
UID:10000060-1755802800-1755811800@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Sam Corey Trio
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/sam-corey-trio/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250820T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250721T224119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T010442Z
UID:10000063-1755716400-1755725400@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Wesley Reynoso Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/wesley-reynoso-quintet/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250817T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250817T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250721T231031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T010529Z
UID:10000067-1755453600-1755462600@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:An Evening with Bob Mervak
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/an-evening-with-bob-mervak/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250816T221500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250816T233000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250721T223519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T145630Z
UID:10000062-1755382500-1755387000@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:LATE NIGHT: Phillip Buchman Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/phillip-buchman-quartet/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250816T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250816T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250715T161836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T145950Z
UID:10000053-1755369000-1755379800@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Sean Dobbins Organ Trio
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/sean-dobbins-organ-trio/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250815T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250715T161614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T150120Z
UID:10000052-1755284400-1755295200@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Roger Jones & Higher Calling
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/roger-jones-higher-calling/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250713T125550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T150217Z
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SUMMARY:Chris Glassman & the Technocats
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/chris-glassman-the-technocats/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250813T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250721T160041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T152355Z
UID:10000048-1755111600-1755120600@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Ralphe Armstrong Trio
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/ralphe-armstrong/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250810T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250810T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250710T210341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T124758Z
UID:10000044-1754848800-1754857800@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Marquis Hill
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/marquis-hill/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250809T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250809T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T081827
CREATED:20250710T205759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T145128Z
UID:10000043-1754764200-1754775000@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Sheila E. & The E. Train
DESCRIPTION:Wed | Dec 17	\n\n	\n		\n		Kevin Brewster & Black Renaissance\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets at 7pm & 8:30pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n		About the Artist\n	\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n			\n	\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary\, straight-ahead\, gospel\, and R&B that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity\, resilience\, and unwavering faith. \nIn 2023\, Kevin founded his group\, "Black Renaissance\," a collective dedicated to propelling the narrative of Black American Music into new uncharted territories. Together\, they have become a sought-after feature\, performing regularly as headliners at Blue Llama Jazz Club\, Cliff Bells\, Dabney and Co\, GRNoir\, and other venues in Michigan. \nRecently graduating from Michigan State University with a BM in Jazz Studies \, Kevin has grown tremendously under the mentorship of educators Walter Blanding Jr. and Rodney Whitaker. Kevin’s musical education has been enriched by encounters with jazz artists such as Bob Nixon\, Diego Rivera\, and Vincent Herring\, each leaving an outstanding mark on his artistic development. Kevin has had the honor of participating in the prestigious programs that include the donor-funded 2024 JAS Academy featuring Artistic Director Christian Mcbride\, the Gathering Nonet Jazz ensemble\, an outreach program formed by the late great Detroit jazz pianist Geri Allen\, and the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra directed by Gerald Clayton. Kevin has played alongside distinguished artists such as Terri Lyne Carrington\, Patrice Rushen\, Jazzmeia Horn\, Christian Sands\, and Immanuel Wilkins through these programs. \nKevin is beginning his graduate studies at John Hopkins Peabody Conservatory. Selected as one of three recipients of the Graduate Jazz Fellowship\, Kevin looks forward to continuing his growth as a musician\, leader\, and educator under the mentorship of Sean Jones and Tim Green. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n				\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n							RESERVE TABLE\n					\n\n	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/sheila-e-the-e-train/
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