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🎷 Welcome to another edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! This time, we head to Ann Arbor, Michigan to connect with the renowned Detroit-native jazz saxophonist, flautist, and vocalist Paul Vornhagen.

🔥 His latest release, Live at the Blue Llama (2025), captures the magic of a working jazz combo in full swing, recorded live at Ann Arbor’s premier jazz venue. The album delivers an electrifying set filled with masterful improvisation and dynamic chemistry.

🏆 With six Detroit Music Awards to his name, Vornhagen has been a force in the jazz scene for decades. He began his journey in 1972 as a flute accompanist for the University of Michigan dance department, evolving into a self-taught multi-instrumentalist with a rich and storied career.

🎶 In this exclusive interview, we explore:
✅ The inspiration behind Live at the Blue Llama
✅ His deep Detroit jazz roots and influences
✅ The evolution of his career as a saxophonist, flautist, and vocalist
✅ His experiences performing in vibrant jazz clubs & festivals

🎧 Listen & get the album here: Paul Vornhagen – Live at the Blue Llama

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