Blue Note Records is an American jazz record label owned by Universal Music Group and operated under Capitol Music Group. Established in 1939 by Alfred Lion and Max Margulis, it derived its name from the blue notes of jazz and the blues

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River City Jazz Masters - Blue Note Records 85th Anniversary Tour

Manship Theatre

Blue Note Records is an American jazz record label established in 1939.  The anniversary tour stars The Blue Note Quintet – a group brought together to honor the label’s rich history.  Featured artists include Gerald Clayton, Joel Ross, Immanuel Wilkins, Matt Brewer and drummer Kendrick Scott.

Blue Note Records 85th Anniversary Tour

Charline McCombs Empire Theatre

The Blue Note Quintet, led by six-time Grammy-nominated pianist Gerald Clayton, honors Blue Note Records’ rich history and paves the way for the eclectic artists on the legendary label today. One of those legends, Ron Carter — the prolific, three-time Grammy Award winner and most recorded jazz bassist of all time — brings his Golden Striker Trio to Symphony Center for the first time.

The Blue Note Quintet / Ron Carter’s Golden Striker Trio

Symphony Center

Blue Note Records is celebrating their 85th Anniversary with a US 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. The Alluvion is incredibly honored and excited to present this shooting star of a show in our intimate venue. This will absolutely be a one-of-a kind Valentines evening in Traverse City with an all star lineup of living legends on the stage.

Alluvion Jazz Series: Blue Note Records 85th Anniversary Celebration Starring The Blue Note Quintet

Commongrounds

Blue Note Records is celebrating its 85th Anniversary with a US 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. Six-time GRAMMY Award nominee Gerald Clayton leads the band as musical director and pianist. “Gerald Clayton is one of the most accomplished, distinctive and innovative pianists performing today” says Don Was, the label’s President since 2012. Rounding out the group is vibraphonist Joel Ross, saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins, drummer Kendrick Scott, and bassist Matt Brewer.

The Blue Note 85th Anniversary Celebration Tour

Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

Blue Note Records is celebrating their 85th Anniversary with a US 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. 6 Time Grammy Award nominee Gerald Clayton leads the band as Musical Director and Pianist; “Gerald Clayton is one of the most accomplished, distinctive and innovative pianists performing today” says Don Was, the label’s President since 2012. Rounding out the group are vibraphonist Joel Ross, Saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins, Drummer Kendrick Scott, and Bassist Matt Brewer.

Fisher Theatre

BLUE NOTE RECORDS 85TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Blue Note Records is celebrating their 85th Anniversary with a US 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. 6 Time Grammy Award nominee Gerald Clayton leads the band as Musical Director and Pianist; “Gerald Clayton is one of the most accomplished, distinctive and innovative pianists performing today” says Don Was, the label’s President since 2012. Rounding out the group are vibraphonist Joel Ross, Saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins, Drummer Kendrick Scott, and Bassist Matt Brewer.

The Blue Note Quintet

Mar 6, 2024

River City Jazz Masters - Blue Note Records 85th Anniversary Tour

Mar 5, 2024

Blue Note Records 85th Anniversary Tour

The Blue Note Quintet