In the Tradition Jazz Ensemble is a Septet based in Detroit, Michigan. For close to 30 years, the band has distinguished itself for its impeccable delivery of jazz music with an African-centered perspective. In the Tradition’s performances throughout the Detroit area and the Midwest, of both original compositions and jazz standards, has earned the band respect among its peers in the music industry and a wide following. The band has recorded six CDs and its music is played over college radio jazz shows across the country, and radio stations around the globe. Band leader, Olujimi Tafataona, plays saxophone, flute, and is the principal composer and arranger of the band’s original compositions.

In the Tradition Jazz ensemble featuring:

• Karim Gideon, trumpet/flugelhorn
• CalvinTaylor, baritone
• Kevin Williams, piano
• Kefentse Chike, percussions
• Foluke Shearer, piano
• Alex Webb, bass
• Chris White, drums.