Akron, Ohio has been a hotbed for jazz in the Midwest since the 1930s. Its central location between bigger cities like New York and Chicago made it a perfect stop for traveling musicians.

In a city steeped in jazz history, local jazz musicians Theron Brown and Chris Coles, both University of Akron alumni and active performing and teaching artists throughout Northeast Ohio, have ...

AKRON, Ohio - This weekend the ... “Ways,” featuring a groovy mix of modern jazz, contemporary R&B and some old-school soul back in 2019. Local guitarist Dan Wilson is also on the bill.