Don Was & The Pan Detroit Ensemble
Don Was has deep roots in music and deep roots in Detroit. Born in the Motor City in 1952, he has enjoyed a Grammy-winning career as a musician, record producer, music director, film composer, documentary filmmaker, and radio host. Since 2011, he has served as president of America’s jazz label, Blue Note Records. His latest band, The Pan Detroit Ensemble, is made up of stellar musicians from his hometown, including long-time collaborators like Dave McMurray on sax and Eminem’s Oscar-winning collaborator, keyboardist Luis Resto. Additional musicians include trombonist Vincent Chandler, trumpeter John Douglas, drummer John Canady, percussionist Mahindi Masai, guitarist Wayne Gerard, and vocalist Steffanie Christi’an. “There is a unique sound and feel to Detroit that permeates the music in a way that resonates with people all over the globe,” Was said.
Ticket Link: https://www.lyrictheatre.com/show/11719-don-was-the-pan-detroit-ensemble
