Take a break from the cold with a low-key concert at an intimate Northern Michigan venue. From jazz fusion to folk rock, check out these 11 live performances taking place this winter across the region.Â
January 20 | East Bay Drive | The Music House Museum
Get your groove on with East Bay Drive, a contemporary American jazz group. Band members include David Chown (keyboard), Rick Kiehle (guitar), John Paul (bass), and Alex Wyant (drums).Â
January 27 | The Bill Sears Quintet | The AlluvionÂ
Kicking off The Alluvion’s Jazz Series, Bill Sear has put together an incredible quintet with  Xavier Davis, Bobby Ferrazza, Rodney Whitaker and Keith Hall. The Jazz Series features a unique array of world-class jazz artists through June.
February 9 | Dave Boutette & Kristi Davis | The Pine Performance Center
Coming to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Dave Boutette and Kristi Davis might be an unexpected musical pairing, but they’ve created a truly unique sound you won’t want to miss.Â
Photo by Michael Waite
February 10 | Michael Waite | Gopherwood Concerts
Head to the Cadillac Elks Lodge for an evening with Michael Waite. Waite hails from the north shore of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, writing music that features a combination of folk, jazz, Americana, blues and classic elements.
February 10 | Molly | The AlluvionÂ
Don’t miss this award-winning singer and songwriter, Molly, making her Alluvion debut alongside her partner in life and music, Scott Schultz. The duo will perform an original, multi-instrumental live show.
February 14 | Blue Note Records 85th Anniversary Celebration | The AlluvionÂ
An all-star lineup of living legends will hit the Alluvion stage for this Valentine’s Day show. Blue Note Records is celebrating its 85th Anniversary with a nation-wide tour starring The Blue Note Quintet–a group brought together to honor the label’s rich history and pave the way for the eclectic artists of today’s roster.
February 17 | Max Lockwood Band & Elisabeth Pixley-Fink | The AlluvionÂ
Max Lockwood and Elisabeth Pixley-Fink are Alluvion favorites, performing yet another exciting show! Elisabeth will open with a solo act, followed by Max and his band.
February 23 | The NMC Chamber Singers & Canticum Novum Choir | The Alluvion Â
Two vocal groups, one evening. The Northwestern Michigan College Chamber Singers and Northwestern Michigan College Canticum Novum will take the stage in one show, both directed by Jeff Cobb.
Photo by Frontier Ruckus
February 24 | Frontier Ruckus | The AlluvionÂ
Frontier Ruckus fans rejoice! After a seven-year gap, the band has released their long-awaited album: On The Northline. Even better—they’re coming to Traverse City to celebrate! This show is expected to sell out quickly, so be sure to get your tickets now.
March 9 | The Bob Mintzer Quartet | The AlluvionÂ
The Alluvion Jazz Series continues with another living legend: Bob Mintzer. This Interlochen alumnus and his quartet return to Northern Michigan with a show you won’t soon forget.
March 9 | Moss Manor | Gopherwood Concerts
The Michigan-based band, Moss Manor, is taking The Cadillac Elks Lodge stage with their intricate songscapes and nature-inspired melodies that are sure to inspire any music lover.