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| Mar 3, 2027 |
| Emmet Cohen Trio |
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Multifaceted American jazz pianist and composer Emmet Cohen is one of his generation's pivotal figures in music. A leading jazz pianist of his generation and a defining force in the evolution of the genre, Cohen is a virtuoso musician, producer, and bandleader, combining deep respect for jazz with a singular ability to create connection, community, and momentum in the modern era. Cohen has released 12 albums as a band leader and is the producer and creative force behind “Live From Emmet’s Place,” a landmark series of livestream performances reaching more than 100 million views worldwide and becoming a global cultural platform. A Mack Avenue recording artist, Cohen was named DownBeat Readers Poll Pianist of the Year (2025) and in 2023, received both Pianist of the Year and Livestream Producer of the Year honors from the Jazz Journalists Association.
Emmet is joined by lauded bassist Yasushi Nakamura and one of the most highly regarded jazz drummers on the scene today, Joe Farnsworth, to complete the trio. |
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| Mar 16, 2027 |
| YAMATO-The Drummers of Japan |
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YAMATO drummers return to East Lansing by popular demand after a nearly 10-year absence. Their acclaimed performances of Japanese Taiko drumming and music have captivated audiences of millions in 53 countries around the world. The drummers challenge and push to their absolute limits in a staggering display of physical strength as they use their entire bodies to produce thunderous music. YAMATO will leave audiences exhilarated by this visually spectacular, high-energy, and explosive show.
“A sheer joy.” —Metro London
“Simply breathtaking” —Daily Telegraph
“Pure energy meets spiritual high” —The Scotsman |
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| Mar 18, 2027 |
| Avi Avital & Ksenija Sidorova |
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This special performance brings together two globally-acclaimed artists in a world music program that promises fiery passion, soulful expression, and virtuosic brilliance.
Avi Avital, recognized as the world’s leading mandolinist, and the first mandolin player ever nominated for a Grammy for Best Instrumental Soloist, has been described as “passionate and explosively charismatic” by The New York Times. Captivating audiences around the world, his versatility and collaborations across genres have set him apart as one of the most exciting artists of our time.
Often hailed as the “princess of the accordion” and the soul of the instrument, Ksenija Sidorova has graced the stages of the world’s leading concert venues. A recipient of the Latvian Grand Music Award along with numerous other accolades, Ksenija bridges the worlds of classical and popular music. Her collaborations include performances with artists such as Sting, and many more. |
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