About us
Finally, a meetup for jazz musicians and jazz enthusiasts in Detroit and surrounding areas!
Some other forms of music may be represented here also (classical, some blues, and some latin-based music) but this group is designed mainly for jazzers.
Certain charities and/or charitable events may be represented here also, if they collaborate with some jazz group or groups.
Upcoming events
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AnJelic Jazz Trio: Friday Concert Series
Detroit Public Library, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, USJoin us on Fridays at 4:00 pm for an eclectic selection of musicians and genres, sure to appeal to a wide range of interests and tastes. Detroiters get an opportunity to enjoy free music, engage in new experiences, and to cultivate cultural intelligence.
June 5th @ 4:00 PM
Concerts take place in the Music Room located on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.Featured Artists | DPL Event Page
AnJelic is a classically trained harpist born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. Blending the elegance of classical technique with the improvisational spirit of jazz, she is on a mission to breathe new life into the harp. Her sound moves fluidly across genres, exploring the rich spaces in between tradition and innovation—carrying forward Detroit’s legacy while shaping the future voice of the harp.Upcoming Performances:
- 5/29 - Black Is A Vibration with Afro Moone (experimental electronics + literature workshop)
- 6/5 - AnJelic Trio (jazz)
- 6/12 - Bonnie Hook (indie folk)
- 6/26 - Terraform, Chuck Sipperley, Tyler Hicks (experimental)5 attendees
Java & Jazz: Straight Ahead
Detroit Public Library, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, USThe 2026 Java & Jazz concert series kicks off on Tuesday, June 16th! This summer after-work concert series showcases some of Detroit’s finest musicians!
Join us at the Detroit Public Library from June thru August for free concerts held in the Clara Stanton Jones Friends Auditorium, with complimentary refreshments.
Tuesday, June 16 • 6 PM - 8 PM
Main Library, Clara Stanton Jones Friends AuditoriumFeatured Artists | Grammy-nominated Straight Ahead is a hometown group of strong, inventive female instrumentalists and vocalists. Widely recognized for their eclectic and soulful approach to creating music, the Straight Ahead sound ranges comfortably from mainstream jazz, R&B ballads, to jazzy hip-hop. Sharing the stage with a “who’s who” of the music world and five popular recordings, Straight Ahead has established itself as one of jazz’s most enduring and prolific groups.
Don't miss performances by Straight Ahead, Marcus Elliot, and Keith Gamble.
Upcoming Performances:
Marcus Elliot - Tuesday, July 21
Keith Gamble - Tuesday, August 186 attendees
Gypsy Jazz @ Ferndale Summer Concert Series
Ferndale Public Library, 222 E 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI, USSummer Concert Series
Ferndale Library - Outdoor Courtyard
Wednesday, July 15
6:30 PMFerndale Library's Summer Concert Series featuring Djangophonique!
Free, all-ages concerts sponsored by the Friends of the Ferndale Library. This event will be hosted outside in the library's courtyard. Arrive early & bring a chair or blanket!
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Djangophonique is an award-winning Michigan-based musical quartet that performs Jazz Manouche (also known as Gypsy Jazz). Formed in 2019 by guitarist Andrew Brown, the band keeps the Hot Club revival alive by blending Django Reinhardt's virtuosic, swinging sound with modern spontaneity, lush ballads, and a touch of theatrical humor.
Event Page | Artist WebsiteAdditional Concert Dates:
June 17 | Summer Concert Series: Jill Jack
Aug 19 | Summer Concert Series: Quenes of the Song AgeRAIN OR SHINE! We'll move the show indoors in case of rain!
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