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Paul Keller Orchestra to celebrate 24 years with a party and performance

By Ann Dwyer Production Asst.

Posted on Mon, Feb 11, 2013 : 1:29 p.m.

The Paul Keller Orchestra has been a jazz mainstay in the Ann Arbor area for a long time, 24 years to be exact. On Friday, they'll celebrate with a special birthday party and performance at the Zal Gaz Grotto Club.

PKO is a sprawling band consisting of a vocalist, pianist, drummer, brass band and Paul Keller leading on string bass. Their body of music includes "classic, obscure and original big band material from the entire history of jazz," according to their website.

It's sure to be a swinging evening with a band that has years of performing experience and the acclaim to match.

Friday, February 15, 2013. 8-11 p.m. $10. The Grotto is located at 2070 W Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor. 734-663-1202