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Join us this Friday for Colin McCahill's summer performance at Aretha's Jazz Café. Featuring Andre Crawford on Piano, Jackson Stone on bass, and Dylyn Cady on Drums.
Colin McCahill is an up-and-coming jazz saxophonist based in Detroit, Michigan. He primarily plays the alto saxophone but also performs on the tenor and soprano saxophones. McCahill is best known as the co-leader of DICHI, a Metro Detroit-based jazz collective that blends original music with soul, groove, and funk influences.

Background and Education

• Training: He graduated from the prestigious Oberlin Conservatory of Music, where he studied under renowned jazz saxophonist Gary Bartz.
• Relocation: After graduating, he moved to Detroit to immerse himself in the city's rich music scene.
• Honing His Craft: Colin has became a regular fixture at local jam sessions, performing frequently at venues like Bert's Marketplace, Cliff Bells, Baker's Keyboard Lounge, Parts and Labor, and Woodbridge Pub

Musical Projects & Influences

• DICHI Collective: McCahill co-founded and leads this ensemble alongside guitarist Hayden Cusmano. The group released their debut record, Woodward Groove, in the fall of 2025.
• Collaborations: He regularly performs as a sideman for various jazz, rock, and soul groups around Michigan, including regular appearances with the Kroon Band, Mike Leslie Band, and Mason Bays Group
• Influences: His style is heavily influenced by saxophone legends such as Cannonball Adderley, Charlie Parker, Sonny Stitt, and Michael Brecker. He has performed curated tribute shows honoring Adderley's legacy