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Straight Ahead Concert at Cliff Bell’s
Marion Hayden, Detroit’s renowned acoustic bassist, played on Saturday, October 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Cliff Bell’s jazz club in a special performance.
Born in Detroit, Marion Hayden started her jazz career at 15, mentored by master trumpeter Marcus Belgrave. She has performed with legends like Bobby McFerrin and Nancy Wilson. As co-founder of Straight Ahead, the first all-woman jazz ensemble signed to Atlantic Records, her work stands out in the jazz scene. The concert at Cliff Bell’s featured two shows with dinner available between sets. Over her career, Marion has earned prestigious awards, including the Kresge Artist Fellowship and the Jazz Hero Award, highlighting her contributions to culture and music.
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