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Michael Zaporski at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe
Michael Zaporski, pianist for Detroit saxophonist Sam Sanders, played at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms on Wednesday, February 4, at 6:30 p.m. He blends West African rhythms with American jazz traditions in his music.
Michael Zaporski creates music that merges American jazz traditions with West African-influenced rhythms. As pianist for the late Detroit saxophonist Sam Sanders, Zaporski toured West Africa playing and teaching jazz under the U.S. State Department. His experience includes performances with jazz greats like Jackie McLean and Art Blakey. Leading his own band, FutureVisions, he has headlined jazz festivals and colleges, releasing acclaimed recordings. At Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, you experienced his mix of driving energy and haunting melodies live.
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