BLU Jazz+'s Upcoming Shows
Tue, Sep 22
Fri, Sep 25
Don't miss an unforgettable evening of contemporary instrumental brilliance as we welcome Cleveland based ensemble FORECAST to the BLU Jazz stage for "Shades of Blu", an outstanding fundraising concert benefiting Progressive Alliance Community Development Corporation (PACDC)!
Doors: 7:00pm
Show: 8:00pm
Tickets: $40 General Admission
About the Event
"Shades of Blu" merges the sophistication of world-class live music with a powerful mission to uplift our city. Your support drives sustainable neighborhood revitalization in West Akron by funding impactful programming. By attending, you are also empowering broader efforts to build vibrant, resilient communities through civic engagement and inclusive economic growth.
About the Artist
FORECAST is a premier contemporary instrumental band known for delivering lush harmonies, laid-back grooves, and captivating melodies. With deep roots in the Northeast Ohio music scene, they have cultivated a dedicated following through their dynamic musicianship and soulful phrasing. Whether you are looking to unwind to relaxing rhythms or get swept up in an intricate, upbeat solo, FORECAST provides a masterclass in musical storytelling that perfectly complements the intimate listening room environment at BLU Jazz.
Secure your spot for "Shades of Blu" today. Purchase your tickets now to enjoy a night of exceptional music and support a transformative cause in our community!
Sat, Sep 26
Tue, Sep 29
Starting this upcoming Tuesday, June 23rd, local bassist and producer, SmokeFace, brings his jam session to the stage at BLU! Bring your axe, share your sound, and be apart of creating original music real time. All ages welcome! This jam session will be EVERY OTHER TUESDAY!
Doors: 7:00pm
Show: 8:00pm-10:30pm
Tickets: FREE ADMISSION
Under 18 needs to be accompanied by legal guardian.
SmokeFace is a professional bassist, guitarist, and recording artist from Akron, Ohio, known for blending soulful grooves with modern, genre-bending sound. Having toured both nationally and internationally with major artists as well as leading his own projects, SmokeFace brings a high-level musical experience to every stage.
Fri, Oct 02
Playing once a quarter, The Blu Jazz Collective is our new house band bringing together some of the finest jazz musicians in Northeast Ohio.
Each performance will explore a wide range of big band literature - from classics of the genre to rarely heard and even unpublished arrangements by legendary writers such as Don Menza, Gerry Mulligan, Willie Maiden, and Don Sebesky. The band will also showcase original charts and arrangements by some of the outstanding writers from our own Northeast Ohio jazz community.
Featuring: Dave Sterner, Bob Esterle, Scott Marsh, Scott McKee, Mark Russo, Jack Schantz, Tim Lekan, Ricky Exton’s, and more! With vocals from the wonderfully talented Erin Keckan!!!
Doors: 7:00pm
Show: 8:00pm
Tickets: $30 General Admission
The idea behind The Blu Jazz Collective is simple: bring great musicians together, put great music in front of them, and give them the freedom to make something special happen on stage. The band will feature an exceptional lineup of musicians drawn from Northeast Ohio’s deep jazz community, with each player bringing their own voice, experience, and energy to the ensemble.
Sat, Oct 03