Detroit Jazz Project – December 5, 2026

For decades, Mark Hershberger has been captivating audiences with his distinctive saxophone tone and signature style. From intimate jazz clubs to major festival stages, Mark’s performances radiate warmth, precision, and pure Detroit soul. Mark’s journey with music began early — first on bongos at age five, then on the saxophone after his great uncle gifted him a soprano model in third grade. By high school, he was performing in jazz ensembles and local bands, and his passion only grew through studies in Jazz and Classical Music at Oakland University, Eastern Michigan University, and the University of Michigan. Over the years, Mark has performed at many of Michigan’s most iconic venues, including Cliff Bell’s Jazz Nightclub, Dirty Dog Jazz Café, Baker’s Keyboard Lounge, Blue Llama Jazz Club and Restaurant, Bert’s Marketplace, and Kerrytown Concert House. He has also appeared at leading festivals such as the Detroit International Jaz