NICK COLLINS SEXTET

Drummer and bandleader Nick Collins is proud to present his sextet at the Blue LLama Jazz Club, featuring a fun variety of high-energy modern, classic, and original jazz. With deep roots in Ann Arbor, Nick lived and played music in New York City from 1998 to 2004, and returned to his hometown in 2004 to start a family. This dynamic sextet features internationally renowned locals Dwight Adams on trumpet, Tim Haldeman on tenor saxophone, Rick Roe on piano, and Jeff Pedraz on bass. Over the years Nick has played with other local legends such as Randy Napoleon, Josef Deas, Vincent Chandler, Glenn Tucker, Dan Bennett, and Justin Walter.

There is no cover and reservations are not required for this show.

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THE EASTSIDE JAZZ COLLECTIVE

The Eastside Jazz Collective is a 5-piece group with vocals based in Southeast Michigan who have performed at venues including Aretha’s Jazz Cafe, the Ann Arbor Art Fair, the Dexter Summer Concert Series and the Library at the Detroit Club. They play classic jazz and swing featuring songs made popular by Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Billie Holiday along with some contemporary tunes.

THE BAND:

Chris Mike- Saxophone

Adrienne Pisoni- Vocals

Brian Rose- Keys

Mike Shriver- Bass

Mike Williams- Drums

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KIMMIE HORNE QUARTET

A Detroit native, Kimmie Horne developed her own unique style of performing and singing. She was inspired by her great-aunt, the legendary songstress and movie icon Lena Horne and her uncle, Cleveland Horne, lead vocalist of Motown’s Fantastic Four.

She is recognized internationally as a Jazz Singer, weaving blends of pop and rhythm and Blues, as well as classic jazz with her rich, alto voice and sultry performances.

Kimmie received the National Honor as Lady of Jazz by Black Women in Jazz and Arts Award in 2017 and was also recognized when she received the prestigious Best Jazz Vocalist for the 2018 Detroit Music Awards.

She has mesmerized audiences across North America, Europe and Asia with her engaging live performances. Her talent transcends beyond impeccable vocals and charisma alone. Most recently, Kimmie received stellar reviews as her portrayal of Sarah Vaughn in the Satin Dolls Revue 2021 and 2022.

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RODNEY WHITAKER

Innovative jazz bassist, Rodney Whitaker, is one of the leading performers of double bass in the world and is joined by a group of unique, soulful, and talented individuals to perform an exhilarating and enlightening program of his and composer’s, Gregg Hill, music. It is guaranteed to inspire, impart, uplift, and quench the thirsty spirits yearning for a delightful evening of majestic melodies, resounding rhythms, and heavenly harmonies. The culminating musical experience will meticulously marinate the minds of the devoted jazz enthusiasts, leaving them in a state of euphoria.

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LESLIE DESHAZOR

Composer, arranger, educator, and active performing artist Leslie DeShazor is in demand on the stages of Broadway, classical, and jazz alike as a violinst and violist. With the elite musical talents of pianist Demetrius Nabors, guitarist Sasha Kashperko, bass guitarist Rob Skinner, and drummer Nate Winn, the Leslie DeShazor quintet brings an energetic and a respectful fresh take on jazz repertoire with their performances and original compositions that move audiences.

THE BAND:

Sasha Kashperko – Guitar

Demetrius Nabors – Piano

Rob Skinner – Bass Guitar

Nate Winn – Drums

Leslie DeShazor – Violin

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