Django Festival Allstars live in Detroit

Experience Django Festival Allstars live on September 7th

Django Festival Allstars are scheduled to perform at the Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center in Detroit, Michigan on September 7, 2026. The ensemble is renowned for its perpetuation of the *gypsy jazz* style—also known as *jazz manouche*—pioneered by guitarist Django Reinhardt in the 1930s. Their music features virtuosic guitar work, driving rhythms, and a generally upbeat, improvisational character rooted in swing and jazz traditions, often incorporating elements of French chanson. The group typically consists of multiple guitars, a bass, and sometimes violin or clarinet.

The Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center opened in 2022 and is dedicated to presenting world-class jazz and related musical genres. Located in Detroit’s historic Paradise Valley area—a significant center for African American music and culture throughout the 20th century—the venue aims to honor that legacy while providing a modern performance space. It's designed with acoustics specifically tailored for jazz performance and offers an intimate setting for audiences. The center was named in recognition of Gretchen C. Valade’s philanthropic support of jazz music and arts organizations within Detroit.