The M-1 Jazz Collective’s combustive jazz engine is built from some of Metro Detroit’s most crank’n musicians and this vehicle of jazz excellence is driven by its founder and leader, Tim Brennan.
We will chauffeur you from the classic sounds of Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Glenn Miller through to the more modern sounds of Antonio Carlos Jobim, Lennon/McCartney & Stevie Wonder. As a luxury option, there are the song stylings of jazz vocalist, DeAnna Victoria! Her voice will transport you to the golden era of jazz and beyond.
This ain’t your Grandpa’s ol’ hooptie; so, hang on! Listening to M1JC is a virtual joyride through a jazzy wonderland. A ride that will surely excite, have you tappin’ your toes and asking us not to hit the brakes!
The M1JC has appeared at many Metro Detroit events such as the Woodward Dream Cruise, Music in the Plaza in Grosse Pointe, River Music in Mount Clemens, and MoBig's River Blast. They also perform at all FCCB concerts throughout the concert year.
The M-1 Jazz Collective is available to play at local events, weddings, and parties. Please contact Tim Brennan at kiltymacduff@yahoo.com to hire the band or to learn more about the M-1 Jazz Collective.
Our Band Leader
Tim Brennan is a co-founder of the Ferndale Community Concert Band. He conducts the band on occasion, and also serves as on the Board of Directors as the Director of Logistics.
Tim served as a military bandsman and held many positions during his career in the U.S. Army & U.S. Army Reserve, retiring in 2014. He was a music educator for 34 years earning degrees in music education from Centenary College of Louisiana and Northwestern State University. He taught public school music in Bossier Parish, Louisiana, and Hamtramck, Michigan before retiring in 2016.
