The Balos Duo is an up-and-coming brother/sister act consisting of Melody and Matt Balos. They have been performing together since

Bob Schneeweis and Tiffany Gridiron

Originally from the Twin Cities, MN, Bob has been active in a wide variety of musical worlds – from his time with the highly popular Minneapolis-based Latin orchestra Salsabrosa and as a co-founding member of the pioneering modern jazz group Atlantis Quartet (then Quintet), through a wide array of other projects, from hip hop to free improvisation. In the Detroit area, he is a highly active jazz pianist, composer, and teacher, as well as a composer and performer of classical/new music. He can be seen regularly at the Caucus Club, solo as well as with Tiffany Gridiron, in addition to his many other projects as a leader and sideman.

Vocalist Tiffany Gridiron learned to sing in the black gospel traditions of her family church. Since that time, her sultry vocals and playful approach have excited audiences in the United States, Japan, Finland and South Korea. Her foundational jazz influences are three of the greatest jazz singers of all time: Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan, and her contemporary influences are Diane Reeves and Jill Scott. She has recorded 5 CDs released by Sony Records in Japan that have featured such greats as pianist Hank Jones, drummer Omar Hakim, and many others.

Chelsea Packard is an assistant professor of musical theatre, specializing […]

Influenced heavily by the great jazz, swing and soul crooners, […]

A soulful songstress and energetic performer who brings the best […]

Allen has made three appearances as a sideman in the […]

The Balos Duo is an up-and-coming brother/sister act consisting of Melody and Matt Balos. They have been performing together since

Allen has made three appearances as a sideman in the […]

Her Jams: How High the Moon, Ribbon In The Sky, Alright, Find Someone Like You, We Are One, I Make My Own Sunshine, and Lullaby of Birdland. If any of these songs speak to you welcome to an experience of JiJizJam. Jiana Hunter is a soulful and engaging songwriter, recording artist, worship leader, vocal jazz educator and multi-genred performer. Songs tell the stories of our lives. Always setting the mood and maintaining a vibe, Jiana Hunter and JiJizJam are here to celebrate good times with you!

Influenced heavily by the great jazz, swing and soul crooners, […]

Djangophonique is a virtuosic, instrumentally driven quartet led by guitar player Andrew Brown. With over a decade of national touring experience, Brown is no stranger to the stage and delivers every performance with personality and enigmatic charm. A true disciple of the style, Brown has spent countless hours immersing himself in the language of Django Reinhardt’s jazz manouche, and he’s joined on stage by bandmates that match his skill and passion for the material. The result is a sound that’s unmistakable to fans of the music, and alluring to the uninitiated—a sound that can bring the lively energy of a parisian dance hall to the quietest listening room or captivate a buzzing festival audience with a shimmering ballad. With respect for the tradition and a fearless creativity that bends the conventions of the style, Djangophonique is keeping the Hot Club revival alive and well.