Meshell Ndegeocello has survived the best and the worst of what a career in music has to offer. She eschewed genre for originality, celebrity for longevity, and musical trends for musical truths. Fans have come to expect the unexpected and follow her journey. Then, she delves into soul, R&B, jazz, hip-hop, rock, all bound by the […]
Brothers Brian and Diarmuid Mac Gloinn play harmony-rich folk music influenced by traditional Irish music. Performing as Ye Vagabonds, the duo is part of an emerging scene of Irish folk musicians, alongside Lankum, John Francis Flynn, and Landless. This is the brothers’ first time performing at The Cedar.
Every Tuesday in Indeed's "Ox" taproom, the brewery is hosting an intimate, small-room session of live improvised jazz from some of the Twin Cities favorite acts. It's less of a performance and more of a process—a raw, DIY vibe where you can hang with talented artists as they build something new, right in front of […]
PK Mayo grew up in the mining town of Eveleth. From an early age, when he was known as Paul Kennedy Mayasich, he soaked up a wide range of diverse styles of music coming over the airwaves of the local college radio station, KUMD. Mayo has played behind a veritable who’s who of rock, blues […]
Matteo Mancuso was born in 1996 and raised in the province of Palermo. There, people quickly recognized him as a musical prodigy. His father, Vincenzo Mancuso, a well-known guitarist and producer, guided Matteo’s introduction to the world of music. Teaming up with his father, Matteo made waves in Sicily’s jazz scene, participating in local festivals at […]
Open Piano at the Darling welcomes players of all music genres and skill levels. Come and play with us!
Clayton Joseph Chenier is Creole music royalty. His father, the legendary Clifton Chenier, invented the style of music we know today as Zydeco. Moreover, Clifton is the first Creole musician to be recognized with a Grammy Award. Raised in this indigenous American culture with its own distinctive language, cuisine and music, C.J. delivers soulful vocals along […]
Dynamic Guitar/Vocal duo, Jennifer Grimm and Joe Cruz bring their mix of Jazz, R&B, and Latin standards to Ingredients Cafe in White Bear Lake. Every Thursday evening from 5:30 to 8:00 Reservations recommended.
Minnesota Music Educators Association is proud to present the All-State Jazz Band at the Dakota with Michele Fernández. MMEA’s All-State Ensembles are built with 625 accomplished young musicians from 269 programs within the state of Minnesota. Michele Fernández is a published composer, active guest clinician, adjudicator and performer. Her jazz and symphonic compositions have been premiered […]
Pop, Jazz and Female Empowerment Join The Champagne Drops (Leslie Vincent and Emily Dussault) for a celebration of female friendship, the joys of girlhood, and iconic women everywhere. The gals, their band, and some special guests will be belting your favorites, including pop, musical theater, jazz, and folk. Wear pink or red and get your […]
Niloufar Shiri and Kyle Motl perform at 7pm at Arts on Lafond
Red Planet has been lighting up the Twin Cities jazz scene since 2003 with their fearless blend of originals and bold reimaginings of Coltrane, Monk, and Hendrix. Featuring guitarist Dean […]
European and American Songs and Instrumentals Diane Jarvi joins Cafe Accordion Orchestra for an evening of heart-felt songs and tunes. Diane will sing passionate songs in French, Finnish, Spanish and […]
