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SUMMARY:James Gaiters 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/james-gaiters-quartet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260611T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
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SUMMARY:Kasan Belgrave
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/kasan-belgrave/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260612T220000
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SUMMARY:Jordan VanHemert
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/jordan-vanhemert/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260613T190000
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SUMMARY:Sean Dobbins 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/sean-dobbins-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260614T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260614T203000
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SUMMARY:Nick Collins 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/nick-collins-trio-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260617T213000
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SUMMARY:Third Coast Swing
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/third-coast-swing-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260618T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260310T195017Z
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SUMMARY:Hannah Marks
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/hannah-marks/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260619T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260619T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260420T154520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T155541Z
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SUMMARY:Joan Belgrave's Marcus Belgrave 90th Birthday Celebration
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/joan-belgrave-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260620T213000
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SUMMARY:Keigo Hirakawa 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/keigo-hirakawa-quartet/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260621T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260621T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260310T195301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T201426Z
UID:10000294-1782064800-1782073800@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Rossano Sportiello Trio ft. Paul Keller & Ed Metz
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/rossano-sportiello-trio-ft-paul-keller-ed-metz/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260624T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260310T195532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T195532Z
UID:10000295-1782327600-1782336600@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Chuck Redd
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/chuck-redd/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260625T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260310T195716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T195716Z
UID:10000274-1782414000-1782423000@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Michael Malis 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/michael-malis/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260626T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260626T180000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260316T160640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T160640Z
UID:10000297-1782489600-1782496800@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Happy Hour: University of Michigan Jazz Ambassadors
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/university-of-michigan-jazz-ambassadors/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260626T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260310T195823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T202715Z
UID:10000296-1782500400-1782511200@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Marion Hayden Legacy Ensemble
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/marion-hayden-legacy-ensemble/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260627T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260310T200032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T200032Z
UID:10000284-1782586800-1782595800@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Olivia Van Goor 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/olivia-van-goor-quartet-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260628T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260628T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260319T162427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162427Z
UID:10000302-1782673200-1782684000@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Erena Terakubo
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/erena-terakubo/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260702T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260702T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260424T181635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T181635Z
UID:10000315-1783018800-1783027800@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Nicole Heitger 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/nicole-heitger-quartet-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260709T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260709T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260427T165347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T165347Z
UID:10000316-1783623600-1783632600@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Ken Kozora 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/ken-kozora-quartet-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260711T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260711T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260427T170120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T170120Z
UID:10000317-1783796400-1783807200@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Sean Dobbins Organ Trio ft. Rob Dixon
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-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260712T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260712T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260427T170524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T170524Z
UID:10000318-1783879200-1783888200@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-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260717T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260717T183000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260424T183156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T185055Z
UID:10000310-1784304000-1784313000@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Swing Happy Hour: Kerrytown Stompers
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/swing-happy-hour-kerrytown-stompers-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260717T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260717T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260427T170854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T170854Z
UID:10000319-1784314800-1784325600@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-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260718T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260718T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260427T171338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T185213Z
UID:10000320-1784401200-1784410200@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Tiffany Gridiron
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/tiffany-gridiron/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260722T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260424T181908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T181908Z
UID:10000306-1784746800-1784755800@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Oliver Mayman 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/oliver-mayman-quartet/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260723T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260723T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260424T182027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T182027Z
UID:10000307-1784833200-1784842200@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Kenji Lee 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/kenji-lee-quartet/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260724T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260724T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260424T182154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T182154Z
UID:10000311-1784919600-1784930400@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Jocelyn Gould
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/jocelyn-gould/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260726T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260726T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260424T182433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T182433Z
UID:10000312-1785088800-1785097800@bluellamaclub.com
SUMMARY:Paul Vornhagen 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/paul-vornhagen-quartet-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260729T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
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SUMMARY:Michael Dease
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-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260730T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260730T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260424T182642Z
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SUMMARY:Zen Zadravec 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/zen-zadravec-quintet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260731T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260731T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T173653
CREATED:20260424T182801Z
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SUMMARY:Paxton/Spangler 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/paxton-spangler-band/
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