by Susie Baity | Aug 12, 2026 | 2026-27 Season, Jon Hamar
Jon Hamar Jon Hamar is a versatile artist whose ability to find a tasteful, unique voice in any musical situation has made him a staple in the music scene. Hamar’s work ethic and discipline have kept him busy over his career that spans more than twenty... 
by Susie Baity | Aug 12, 2026 | 2026-27 Season, Tadataka Unno
Tadataka Unno Tadataka Unno, born 1980 in Tokyo, Japan, is a distinguished jazz pianist with an expressive style. He began playing piano at age four and discovered jazz at age nine. Unno studied at Tokyo University of the Arts and was an active member of the Tokyo... 
by Susie Baity | Aug 12, 2026 | 2026-27 Season, Jeff Hamilton
Jeff Hamilton Jeff Hamilton was born in Richmond, Indiana. He attended Indiana University and later studied with John Von Ohlen. Hamilton was influenced by Gene Krupa, Buddy Rich, Mel Lewis, “Philly” Joe Jones, and Shelly Manne. In 1974, he got his first... 
by Susie Baity | Aug 7, 2026 | 2026-27 Season, Kevin Starnes
Kevin Starnes Kevin Starnes has performed a variety of styles in a career spanning over twenty years and sings with the Detroit Opera. Praised for his “powerful voice” and “rich tone”, Mr. Starnes is a baritone based in Fenton,... 
by Susie Baity | Aug 7, 2026 | 2026-27 Season, Sam Novell-Regester
Sam Novell-Regester Sam is a jazz trombonist and graduate student who completed his Master of Music in Jazz and Contemporary Improvisation at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance in 2026. He previously earned his undergraduate degree from...