Northwood Improvisers

50th anniversary show for the free-jazz improvising ensemble formed in Traverse City in 1976 by Mike Johnston, Mike Gilmore and John Plough. Originally a total improvising electro-acoustic ensemble, switched to all acoustic instrumentation in 1980, combining free jazz, indigenous music from around the world, bop and improvisation. Current lineup: bassist Mike Johnston, drummer Nick Ashton, Dominic Bierenga and Donovan Boxey on wind instruments, violinist Mike Khoury, Jack O’Brien on cello and bass, and Tony Holland on sax. Part of the Dennos Concert Series. Doors open one hour before showtime. Galleries open for ticket buyers to view current exhibitions, plus museum store for waters and light snacks and cash bar. Galleries, store and bar not available during intermission or after the concert. Concerts are typically 75-90 minutes without an intermission. Tickets required. Current NMC Students can get two free tickets to any show by emailing [email protected] in advance.