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Detroit Queens of Jazz Jiana Hunter| Sheila Landris| Kymberli Wright | Sky Covington

March 25, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

$35

Detroit Mi – Precious Night Events, Unlimited Sky Production & The Preservation of Jazz Presents recognizing Women’s History Month is an annual declared month that highlights the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. Keeping with such a commemorative tradition. The history of women in jazz in Detroit is rich and meaningful with so many textures and stories. We have put together a night to listen to some of those amazing stories through jazz songs, poetry and jazz music. The Out of the Mouth Music Series will feature four Detroit Queens of Jazz at the Greater Detroit Community Outreach Center March 25, 2023.

Jiana Hunter
is a multi-genre vocalist, songwriter, and arranger specializing in jazz, soul, Gospel/Praise and Worship, classical and musical theatre
facebook.com/jianahuntermusic

Sheila Landis
is a seven-Time Detroit Music Awards “Outstanding Jazz Vocalist” Winner, along with being recognized for “Outstanding Traditional Jazz Group” and “Outstanding Jazz Composer” (co-winner with Rick Mantle)
https://sheilalandis.com

Kymberli Wright
Vocalist Kymberli Wright, who is also the lead singer for the Grammy nominated all female jazz group “Straight Ahead” has fluidly gravitated between, soul, jazz and rock and now house music throughout her career without breaking a sweat.
WWW.KYMBERLIWRIGHT.COM

Sky Covington
Sky Covington and her collaborators are the best of the best in Detroit jazz and proud to be a part of The Preservation of Jazz and the Out of the Mouth of Jazz Music Series. Whether it be a slick set of beloved standards such as Avalon, Tenderly, Love for Sale, a bank of original jazz poems and improvisations, or an educated tribute to the legends that paved the way such as Billie Holiday and Abbey Lincoln, a Covington show will leave your heart full and your ears delighted.
skycovington.net

Partnered with Bridget Green, owner of Precious Night Event Supper Club and paired with The Rub BBQ 313 and Sugar Rim (mobile bar). The evening will be a royal treat. Queen Aduni will host the show. An all star band will accompany the vocalist.

Gayelynn Mckinney on Drums
http://www.gayelynnmckinney.com/
Pamela Wise on Keys
https://pamelawisemusic.com/bio
Darrell Smith on Up Bass
https://www.facebook.com/DarrellpeanutSmith/

Tickets are on sale Now. Doors open at 7 P. Show time 8 P. at Greater Detroit Community Outreach Center. 20062 John R St, Detroit, MI 48203.

Ticket Link
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-preservation-of-jazz-precious-night-event-ft-detroit-queens-of-jazz-tickets-502761582427

For more information: 248.383.3385 Nicole Freeman. skycovington.com
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Details

Date:
March 25, 2023
Time:
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Cost:
$35

Venue

Greater Detroit Outreach Community Center
20030 John R.
Detroit, MI,MI48212-0000United States
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Phone:
2483833385
Website:
https://skycovington.net

Other

Organizer Name
Nicole Freeman
Organizer Phone
2483833385
Organizer Website
skycovington.net
Organizer Email
nicolefreemanmanagement@gmail.com
Is this event local within metropolitan Detroit?
Yes
Please list the organization name(s) hosting this event.
Unlimited Sky Production
Dress Code
Jazzy-
Parking Guidelines
Plenty of parking
Sponsors
Greater Detroit Jazz Society
Event Submitter Email (required)
unlimitedskyproduction313@gmail.com