From Ma Rainey to Miles Davis: A Blues Journey Tickets

From Ma Rainey to Miles Davis: A Blues Journey is a dynamic performer/ensemble project that travels the arc of blues and jazz, tracing its evolution from early blues roots to the modern jazz idiom. The act has been linked with the Adrienne Arsht Center’s Jazz Roots series in Miami, highlighting how artists and archival material intersect to tell a complete musical story. The project has featured a notable lineup over the years, showcasing collaborations across generations of musicians and educators who bring both performance energy and academic insight to the stage.

In 2017, this blues journey appeared at the Adrienne Arsht Center as part of Jazz Roots, with a roster that included Steve Miller Band, Jimmie Vaughan, Brianna Thomas, and the Frost School of Music’s Henry Mancini Institute Big Band, plus guests Mike Flanigin and Shelly Berg. The performance helped anchor Miami’s jazz scene and provided a platform for celebrating the continuity of blues and jazz storytelling. As the Arsht Center continues its Jazz Roots programming, Miles Davis material has remained a focal point in themed programs such as the Kind of Blue-inspired showcases in the 2025–26 season.

Socially, the project maintains connections through the artists involved. Brianna Thomas and Jimmie Vaughan continue active touring pages, while Steve Miller Band remains engaged with ongoing tour news and updates. For fans looking to experience this blues journey live, keep an eye on the Adrienne Arsht Center’s Jazz Roots calendar for 2025–26 dates, especially special programs like Kind of Blue: Celebrating the Music of Miles Davis on November 7, 2025. If a performance is announced, secure your seats early—these connections to historic blues and jazz storytelling often sell quickly. Follow the artists and venue for official updates: Brianna Thomas on social media, Jimmie Vaughan’s touring pages, Steve Miller Band’s official channels, and the Adrienne Arsht Center’s Jazz Roots pages.

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Venues and programs:

• Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts – Miami, FL: Long-running Jazz Roots series featuring historic and contemporary jazz, blues, and cross-genre performances.
• Kind of Blue: Celebrating the Music of Miles Davis (Nov 7, 2025) – Jazz Roots program focusing on Miles Davis material.