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Mr. B’s Annual Birthday Bounce with special guest drummer Ali Jackson
“Mr. B knows the complete legacy of Blues piano. Not many pianists in this style play with more conviction”
– Downbeat
“Ali is a positive bomb of creative and beautiful energy — a joy to make music with.”
– Chick Corea
KCH is pleased to welcome back jazz, blues, and boogie-woogie pianist Mark Lincoln Braun (Mr. B), a Michigan institution renowned for carrying on the tradition of early masters like Little Brother Montgomery, Boogie Woogie Red, and Blind John Davis. Joining him for his annual “Birthday Bounce” is world-class drummer Ali Jackson Jr., Detroit-born, former Drum Chair of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, and veteran accompanist to legends like Wynton Marsalis, Aretha Franklin, and George Benson. Their collaboration blends Mr. B’s soulful, old-school piano with Jackson’s powerful jazz drumming, promising a vibrant fusion of blues, swing, and jazz. Together, they’ll deliver a heartfelt celebration of American musical heritage, deeply rooted in tradition yet alive with fresh energy.
Mark Lincoln Braun (Mr. B), piano
Ali Jackson, drums
A cash wine/beer bar will be available for KCH Founders Club Members*
*KCH Founders Club membership comes with annual donations of $300 (daily passes are also available for $5)
Ticket Pricing:
Tier 1: $40 (*Student/Youth $30) Tier 2: $35 (*Student/Youth $25) Tier 3: $30 (*Student/Youth $20)
