The Swing Syndicate Jazz Lab
Swing Syndicate, a 16-piece Detroit big band, plays Cliff Bell's in Detroit on Wednesday, December 2, at 7 p.m. A high school jazz band opens, and an open jam session closes the night. Admission is $25.
Swing Syndicate was formed by Travis Cook and Mike Wiese, two seasoned Metro Detroit jazz veterans who wanted a band that hits hard and looks sharp. They play traditional big band jazz with some of the area's best players.
The night runs like this: a high school jazz band plays from 7 to 7:45, Swing Syndicate takes the stage from 8:15 to 9:15, and a jam session hosted by the band goes from 9:30 to 10. As part of Cliff Bell's commitment to jazz mentorship, a different high school band joins the Syndicate every month. Local band directors who want their group on the bill can reach out to the club.
The night runs like this: a high school jazz band plays from 7 to 7:45, Swing Syndicate takes the stage from 8:15 to 9:15, and a jam session hosted by the band goes from 9:30 to 10. As part of Cliff Bell's commitment to jazz mentorship, a different high school band joins the Syndicate every month. Local band directors who want their group on the bill can reach out to the club.
This description was prepared from source information with AI assistance. Check the organizer’s latest details before heading out.
Source: Cliff Bell’s ↗
Last successful source check: Nov 11, 2026, 5:49 AM
Weekly e-mail · free
What's on this weekend? We'll tell you Thursday.
One e-mail every Thursday with the weekend’s best events in Detroit and Metro Detroit, free picks included. Unsubscribe in one click.
Save the plan. Share the moment.
