Jun 29, 2026
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Aaron Lebos is a 25-year veteran of the Miami jazz scene. He’s a guitarist and composer who tours internationally with Nicol Henry and the Nu Deco Ensemble among others. In his quest to grow and expand musically he recruited three younger...
Jun 22, 2026
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Described as “an intrepid composer, architect of sound and beast of the bass…”) composer, bassist, and improviser Max Johnson is one of the most prolific music makers in the jazz, bluegrass, improvised music, and contemporary classical...
Jun 15, 2026
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Nehimah Stix Baker is one of the best young drummers working in Northeast Ohio today. Whether leading his Quintet or Trio, as he is on this program, Stix understands how to best leverage the kit to drive the sound he wants to achieve.
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Jun 8, 2026
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Northeast Ohio has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to jazz musicians, no doubt because of the plethora of jazz and classical educational programs. Many students come for a time and move on to other pastures but some, like Max Schlenk, kick...
Jun 1, 2026
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One of contemporary jazz’s best vibraphonists, Roy Ayers passed away in May of 2025 leaving behind a legacy of recordings that would be the envy of many.
Forecast has been a mainstay on the Cleveland music scene for over 30 years, selling out shows...