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Palmer Woods Music in Homes 2011-2012

Friday, June 22, 2012 at 8:00 PM (ET)

Detroit, MI

Palmer Woods Music in Homes 2011-2012

Ticket Information

Ticket Type Sales End Price Fee Quantity
SOLD OUT! Sat. May 19, 8 pm Orquesta La Inspiracio
SOLD OUT! Led by Puerto Rican-born congero Ozvaldo “Ozzie” Rivera with award-winning music director-pianist Bill Meyer, La Inspiracion is a 10-piece unit honoring the traditions of merengue, cumbia and Afro-Caribbean jazz. Exciting, infectious rhythms explode from their intricate percussion ensemble. Mixed with soulful Latin vocals and horns, they weave a classic Afro-Latin tapestry that makes dancing irresistible! A gourmet Latin feast served during intermission is prepared by our own Eva Garza Dewaelsche. The concert will be held in a large tent in the gardens behind a fantastic manor.
Ended $35.00 $1.87
Friday, June 22, 8 pm Barefield Super String Quartet
This adventurous ensemble—featuring guitarist A. Spencer Barefield, violinist Jannina Barefield Norpoth, violist John Madison and bassist John-Paul Norpoth—straddles the boundaries of traditional and avant garde jazz, classical and other music idioms. The multi-talented string players will perform originals (mostly composed by 2010 Kresge Arts Fellow Barefield), as well as selections from composers such as John Coltrane, Charles Mingus, Thelonius Monk, Ellington/Strayhorn, Enrique Granados, Astor Piazzolla and Manuel de Falla. Jannina has soloed with the Detroit Symphony, and has been a featured performer alongside Itzhak Perlman, Emmanuelle Boisvert, Regina Carter, Marcus Belgrave, Beyoncé and Jay-Z. John-Paul has performed under the batons of Itzhak Perlman, Kurt Mazur, Bright Sheng, Jamie Laredo, Otto Werner Mueller and others in numerous New York-area orchestras. John is the principal violist for the Michigan Opera Theatre and regular DSO sub. This concert will be held in a large tent in the spacious gardens or a gorgeous mansion.
Jun 22, 2012 $35.00 $1.87
Sat. June 23, 8 pm Ralphe Armstrong Ensemble
Bigger than life, funky, fabulous and one-of-kind master bassist, composer Ralphe Armstrong has been turning heads for decades. The son of legendary violinist Howard “Louie Bluie” Armstrong landed the John McLaughlin Mahavishnu Orchestra gig at age 17, beating out Jaco Pastorius. A student of Interlochen, his resume includes greats like Carlos Santana, Jean-Luc Ponty, Frank Zappa, Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis, Kenny Burrell, Earl Klugh, Geri Allen, Aretha Franklin, the Funk Brothers, numerous musicians of Motown fame, and many more. He’s on countless recordings and toured the world extensively, most recently with saxophonist extraordinaire James Carter. He’ll be joined by Detroit greats, trumpeter Dwight Adams, Henry Gibson on keyboards, and “Straight Ahead” drummer Gayelynn McKinney. Ralphe hosts and produces a weekly live internet tv show at UDetroit Café (udetroit.com).Concert under the stars in a tent set up in the home's garden.
Jun 23, 2012 $35.00 $1.87
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Event Details

Palmer Woods invites you to enjoy our homes, gardens, architecture & Detroit’s music!

altDetroit’s historic Palmer Woods will enchant you with fantastic music, receptions with delicious cuisine, and stunning architectural treasures. Tickets will be mailed to you with the address of the concert. Late orders will receive an email or phone call confirmation with the address. Concerts sell out; we only sell tickets in advance, not at the door. For questions call 313-891-2514 or 313-574-6847. Visit palmerwoods.org/music-in-homes for more information.

Family & Friends Discounts: If you order 10 or more tickets for a single in one order, you may use the discount code to receive your tickets for $30 each. The discount code is Group.

Series tickets: If you wish to see all seven of the 2012 concerts, January through May, buy a series  ticket for $200. Go to  http://palmerwoodsmusicinhomesseries2012.eventbrite.com

Holiday Concert~Soirée with Off-Broadway star Miche Braden: Go to http://palmerwoodsmusicinhomesmiche.eventbrite.com for tickets.

Enjoy eight concerts in magnificent mansions and cool homes in historic Palmer Woods living rooms. We feature the music of Metro-Detroit’s finest jazz, classical and world music artists — musicians with international acclaim. Each concert includes a reception to meet the artists during intermission with a delicious array of culinary treats, sweets and beverages.

When & Where



Detroit's Palmer Woods
Seven Mile Road and Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI

Friday, June 22, 2012 at 8:00 PM (ET)


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Hosted By

Creative Arts Collective and Palmer Woods Association



Creative Arts Collective (CAC) has been presenting jazz and creative music in Detroit and throughout the world since 1978. It is a nonprofit 501 (C)(3) charity dedicated to the presentation, preservation and creation of jazz, creative music and artistic expression. CAC created and produces Palmer Woods Music in Homes in partnership with the Palmer Woods Association, the neighborhood's membership organization, a 501 (C)(4) non profit.