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SUMMARY:Straight Ahead
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
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SUMMARY:LATE NIGHT: Junk Jazz-Djallo Djakate & Aya Sekine
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
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SUMMARY:Paul Cornish Trio
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250910T190000
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SUMMARY:Houston Patton & Hidden Nomination
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T190000
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SUMMARY:REDWOOD
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250912T190000
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SUMMARY:Jimmy Greene Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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:20250913T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250913T213000
DTSTAMP:20250817T010347Z
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SUMMARY:Michael Dease All-Star Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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:20250913T221500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250913T234500
DTSTAMP:20250831T215414Z
CREATED:20250801T201302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T215414Z
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SUMMARY:LATE NIGHT: Langston M. Kitchen & The Mahogany Collective
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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:20250914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250914T203000
DTSTAMP:20250801T202438Z
CREATED:20250801T202438Z
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SUMMARY:Noah Hogan Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/noah-hogan/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250917T213000
DTSTAMP:20250801T203401Z
CREATED:20250801T203401Z
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SUMMARY:Sky Covington & November Fourth
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/sky-covington-november-fourth/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250918T220000
DTSTAMP:20250915T223459Z
CREATED:20250801T205709Z
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SUMMARY:Michael Mayo
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/michael-mayo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250919T220000
DTSTAMP:20250804T174646Z
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SUMMARY:Etienne Charles
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/etienne-charles/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T213000
DTSTAMP:20250804T183950Z
CREATED:20250804T181911Z
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SUMMARY:Aguanko
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/aguanko/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250921T203000
DTSTAMP:20250814T161301Z
CREATED:20250804T221835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T161301Z
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SUMMARY:Nicole Heitger Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/nicole-heitger-quartet-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250924T213000
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SUMMARY:Ron Brooks Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/ron-brooks-quintet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T220000
DTSTAMP:20250924T184857Z
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SUMMARY:Ekep Nkwelle
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250926T220000
DTSTAMP:20250804T190749Z
CREATED:20250804T190749Z
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SUMMARY:Shahida Nurullah
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T213000
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SUMMARY:Sean Dobbins & The Collegiate Collage
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/sean-dobbins-the-collegiate-collage/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T221500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T234500
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SUMMARY:LATE NIGHT: Andrew Rathbun & Gary Versace
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/late-night-andrew-rathbun-gary-versace/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250928T203000
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SUMMARY:Anthony Stanco
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
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SUMMARY:Tiffany Gridiron Trio
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/tiffany-gridiron-trio-oct/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T213000
DTSTAMP:20250811T182755Z
CREATED:20250811T182755Z
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SUMMARY:Tumbao Bravo
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/tumbao-bravo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251003T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251003T180000
DTSTAMP:20250909T202021Z
CREATED:20250909T202021Z
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SUMMARY:WEMU 5:01 Jazz Series: Sean Dobbins Trio
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/wemu-501-jazz-series-sean-dobbins-trio/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251003T220000
DTSTAMP:20251002T134330Z
CREATED:20250811T183517Z
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SUMMARY:Luther Allison Trio
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/luther-allison-trio/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251004T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251004T213000
DTSTAMP:20250929T144623Z
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SUMMARY:Nick Collins Sextet
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/nick-collins-sextet-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251005T203000
DTSTAMP:20250813T001713Z
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SUMMARY:Diego Rivera Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/diego-rivera-quartet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251008T213000
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SUMMARY:Max Bowen Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://bluellamaclub.com/event/max-bowen-quartet-2/
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SUMMARY:Ajde Aman
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
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SUMMARY:Catherine Russell
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
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SUMMARY:La Tanya Hall
DESCRIPTION:Fri | Aug 28	\n\n	\n		\n			Xavier Davis Quartet\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	Sets 7pm & 9pm | $25 Cover \n\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\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	Xavier Davis’ professional career as a Jazz pianist took off when the legendary vocalist Betty Carter spotted his outstanding talent at the 1994 International Association of Jazz Educators convention in Boston while he was performing with his college ensemble. It was her who brought Xavier to New York\, hiring him exclusively as the pianist of her working trio.  Today\, Xavier is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists world wide.  Having led master classes and clinics all over the world and coming from a family of music educators\, passing on knowledge and skills to young musicians is very important to Xavier. As such\, he is proud to be Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University. Xavier was also member of the teaching staff in the Jazz department of the Juilliard School of Music in New York for six years prior to that. \nXavier’s development as a musician has been greatly influenced by the inspiration and guidance he has received from Carl Allen\, James Williams\, and Billy Hart\, whom he sees and respects as his great mentors.  In addition to Betty and Carl\, Xavier has performed and recorded with many other world-famous Jazz artists like the legendary Freddie Hubbard\, Tom Harrell\, Christian McBride\, Regina Carter\, Stefon Harris\, Abbey Lincoln\, Wynton Marsalis\, Don Byron\, Nat Adderley\, Nicholas Payton\, Jon Faddis\, Jimmy Greene\, Steve Turre\, Al Foster\, and Jeremy Pelt among others. During the 1999 – 2000 season\, Xavier worked with the Boy’s Choir of Harlem as their Musical Director. He also played keyboard for the television series “Cosby.” His talent has been featured on more than 50 albums.  Xavier is part of the Christian McBride Big Band and was featured on Christian’s album ‘The Good Feeling’\, which won a GRAMMY award in 2012. \nAs a bandleader\, Xavier has released two critically acclaimed albums – ‘Dance of Life’ and ‘The Innocence of Youth’. “The pianist [Xavier Davis] simply knows how to make every note on his instrument sing\, and he invariably finds the richest area of the keyboard for voicing his chords.” says writer Bob Blumenthal. Jazz Times reviewer John Murph writes “…the music exudes a mature\, nonchalant ease and cozy empathy that make this…a rewarding listen.” Down Beat gave the CD\, “Dance of Life\,” four stars\, stating\, “Davis steps out with an accomplished debut.”  Xavier is currently working on his long awaited follow-up to these albums. \nIn 2005\, Xavier became the first person to receive the prestigious “New Works Grant” twice from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation under the auspices of Chamber Music America. He has won awards at several festivals as well as in Down Beat magazine. \nBeing a gifted composer\, arranger\, and producer of music\, Xavier has composed and arranged music for outstanding artists like Carl Allen\, Regina Carter\, and Hans Schuman. He has co-produced the album “Wise Children” by Tom Harrell and recently produced the new album of singer Lizzie Thomas.  Xavier is also a passionate and experienced film and commercial music composer/producer. \n\n	\n\n\n\n			\n	\n	\n		\n	\n					\n					\n	\n	\n\n\n	\n		RESERVE TABLE(opens in new tab)	\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n	\n\nLEARN MORE
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