Jazz @ Noon: Nneoma Lanea at the Blue Room

There's something about the way Nneoma Lanea plays that makes a room go quiet and then come alive. The Kansas City saxophonist brings a sophisticated, deeply emotive sound that draws from jazz, soul, and contemporary influences — weaving them into something that feels wholly her own. Her performances are known for their range: from intimate, searching solos to dynamic improvisations that pull the whole audience in.

Lanea has become one of Kansas City's most compelling live musicians, performing regularly at venues across the city and building a devoted following with every show. Whether she's delivering a slow-burning ballad or pushing the tempo into something electric, she brings a musician's focus and a performer's presence. This is music that rewards being in the room for it.

Join us for Jazz @ Noon as Nneoma Lanea brings her sound to the Blue Room — a free lunchtime show at one of Kansas City's most storied jazz venues.

Jazz @ Noon | Thursday, March 5, 2026 | 12 pm The Blue Room, 1600 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108

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