The Lynn LaPlante Seven

The Lynn LaPlante Seven (LL7) is fired with the spice of Afro-Cuban Jazz and Salsa, but at other times chilling with the flavor of Miles.  LL7 adds energy and excitement to Jazz! Led by Lynn LaPlante, this 7-piece group presents an exciting mix of both Latin and straight-ahead jazz, with an emphasis on rich arrangements.  LL7 Features Sax, Trumpet, Trombone and vocals driven by the rhythmic pulse of LaPlante’s piano, along with acoustic bass, drums and Latin percussion.

Hailing from Detroit, they play club dates in some of the best-known jazz clubs, including The Dirty Dog, Cliff Bell’s, Baker’s Keyboard Lounge, the Black Lotus, Cadieux Cafe, and the Music Hall Jazz Café. They have been featured on the Music Hall Discovery Series radio program hosted by Judi Adams, on WVMV-FM, 98.7 FM in Detroit, and have been featured at the Detroit Jazz Festival, And the Michigan Jazz Festival.  LL7 has also developed a loyal following of Latin Dancers from local dance clubs.

Who they are:
Seven of Detroit’s top players, including Lynn LaPlante (piano), Andy Wickstrom (trumpet), Bob Maitland (trombone), Joe Ivers (woodwinds), Tony Suhy (bass), Dave Marcaccio (drums), and Greg “Greco” Freeman (Latin Percussion/Vocals).