Saxophonist Ray Manzerolle.

Saxophonist Ray Manzerolle and pianist Mike Karloff will take listeners on a tour of the history of jazz in a free public presentation today at 4 p.m. in the Music Building’s Recital Hall.

Manzerolle is one of Detroit and Windsor’s most sought-after and versatile musicians, playing in bands performing modern jazz, Dixieland, R and B, soul and rock. In recent years, he has deepened his study of jazz styles of the 1920s and 30s, collecting early recordings and even composing a series of tunes in those styles.

Karloff teaches jazz piano at the University of Windsor and St. Clair College.

Today’s event is part of the Take 4 series, free performances and musical presentations by music faculty, students and special guests.