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SUMMARY:Tommy Boynton’s Rchrd Rdgrs Bnd at Jazz Central Studios
DESCRIPTION:Tommy Boynton’s Rchrd Rdgrs Bnd presents the music of Richard Rodgers.  \n \nFeaturing: \nTommy Boynton – voice\, piano \nAlec Watson – celeste \nPat Keen – bass
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/tommy-boyntons-rchrd-rdgrs-bnd-at-jazz-central-studios/
LOCATION:Jazz Central Studios\, 407 Central Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Joe Policastro Trio at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:The Joe Policastro Trio is a forward-thinking\, Chicago-based jazz trio hailed by DownBeat for its “deft analysis of choice repertoire” and by the Chicago Reader for its “diversity of approaches to all kinds of source material.” While firmly rooted in jazz\, the band’s open-minded\, inclusive nature draws upon a wide array of musical styles and sources while keeping the aesthetic of an acoustic trio intact. \nThe band recently released its seventh album\, Mending Wall. Through highly personal readings of music from Italy and Hong Kong\, movie scores and symphonic themes\, pop tunes\, and even a cowboy song written by a Russian classical composer\, the trio explores the nature of identity\, boundaries\, and borders. Their diverse catalog—Ceremony (2023)\, Sounds Unheard (2022)\, Nothing Here Belongs (2019)\, Screen Sounds (2017)\, POPS! (2016)\, and West Side Story Suite (2013)—captures the band’s progressive\, forward-thinking\, non-hierarchical approach\, whether they are showcasing their original music or remaking unlikely songs in a characteristically raw\, idiosyncratic fashion. \nTrue bands are a rarity in jazz these days\, especially ones that hone their craft as consistently as this one does. The band held court thrice-weekly at Pops for Champagne in downtown Chicago for over a decade. Beyond Chicago\, the trio has been extensively playing together at clubs and festivals throughout the United States and Canada. \nBand Members:\nJoe Policastro – Bass\nDave Miller – Guitar\nMikel Avery – Drums
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/joe-policastro-trio-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Will Aldrich/Jack Schabert 4th Annual Birthday Bash Show!
DESCRIPTION:The Boys of May are back and celebrating their birthdays once again in Fingal’s Cave!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/will-aldrich-jack-schabert-4th-annual-birthday-bash-show/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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SUMMARY:Steve Cole: Record Release at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the release of Steve Cole’s twelfth solo album\, Sleight of Hand. This dynamic new recording showcases Cole’s signature saxophone sound. Moreover\, it features standout guest performances from guitar virtuoso Cory Wong. Additionally\, legendary bassist Will Lee (David Letterman Band)\, and renowned B3 master Ricky Peterson (Stevie Nicks).  \nSteve Cole is widely recognized as one of contemporary jazz’s most influential and expressive voices. The Chicago native exploded onto the scene with 1998’s Stay Awhile\, which fellow Chicagoan Brian Culbertson produced. The disc scored multiple Number One hits and earned Cole the Oasis Smooth Jazz Award for best new artist. Then\, he released his sophomore set\, Between Us\, in 2000. Also\, he recorded 2003’s NY LA\, 2005’s Spin\, 2006’s True\, 2009’s Moonlight\, 2013’s True\, 2016’s Turn It Up\, 2019’s Gratitude\, and his latest\, 2023’s Without a Doubt. Then\, Without a Doubt landed four singles on the top of the Smooth Jazz Chart.  \nBeyond his solo career\, Cole has brought his signature sound to collaborations with an impressive roster of artists. For example\, Junior Wells\, Buddy Guy\, Boz Scaggs\, Larry Carlton\, Jeff Lorber\, Jim Peterik\, Freddie Cole\, Cyrus Chestnut\, and KMFDM. He has also appeared as a featured soloist with the City of Prague Orchestra and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Additionally\, Cole is a founding member of The Sax Pack\, the celebrated sax trio with Kim Waters and Jeff Kashiwa. \nAdditionally\, Dr. Cole serves as a Clinical Professor and Teaching Fellow at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota. There\, he teaches music industry entrepreneurship and mentors the next generation of artists and innovators. \nSteve Cole\, saxophone\nKavyesh Kaviraj\, keyboards\nJeff Bailey\, bass\nDavid Feily\, guitar\nKirk Johnson\, drums
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/steve-cole-record-release-at-dakota-jazz-club/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mike Munson Trio Record Release
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mike Munson Trio in celebrating their debut release as a band “Sometimes\, not always.” (Liatris Records). Munson is joined by Nick Salisbury on bass and Lars-Erik Larson on drums\, pairing stunning guitar sounds with sparse arrangements in a collection of slow\, jazz-like instrumentals and moving ballads. The Trio’s highly anticipated release marks a pivot for Munson toward a softer\, more introspective sound. The group will split the night with the revered Minneapolis multi-instrumentalist Dosh.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mike-munson-trio-record-release/
LOCATION:Icehouse\, 2528 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ella Grace & Marisa Cravero at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota-raised trumpeter Ella Grace joins forces with Marisa Cravero—a young vocalist who has already made a name for herself in jazz on a national scale—for a special show as part of their joint Midwest tour. Backed by a tasteful\, gifted rhythm section\, Grace and Cravero will blend their songbooks for a unique mix of original jazz compositions and arrangements. \nBand Members:\nElla Grace – Trumpet\nMarisa Cravero – Voice\nIsaac LaVigne – Drums\nTyler Lustek – Piano\nDan Carpel – Bass \n⊹ \nElla Grace is an award-winning performer\, composer\, and educator based in Chicago. Born in Georgia and raised in Minnesota\, Ella moved to Chicago in 2021\, where she earned a Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Studies from DePaul University in 2025. In 2024\, Ella won the Chicago Music Scene Fellowship\, which funded her debut album as a leader\, Figments\, releasing March 2026 on Shifting Paradigm Records. Ella performs frequently in the Chicago area\, Midwest\, and beyond both as a side-woman and bandleader with her original compositions a variety of jazz and jazz-adjacent styles. Trumpeter Marcus Printup says Ella’s sound is “big\, soulful\, human” and “unlike anyone I’ve ever heard before\,” and Ella plays to share that sound with the world. \nBorn and raised in Des Moines\, IA\, vocalist Marisa Cravero grew up in a family of music educators and performers. Drawn to jazz\, she worked early on with artists such as Kim Nazarian\, Darmon Meader\, and Gabriel Espinosa. Now a third-year vocal jazz major at the University of North Texas\, she studies with Rosana Eckert and Jennifer Barnes. In 2025\, she was selected as the vocalist for the Sisters in Jazz Combo through the Jazz Education Network\, working with Camille Thurman. Guided by her Christian faith\, Marisa performs with authenticity\, depth\, and joy.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ella-grace-marisa-cravero-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bryan Nichols\, Chris Bates\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Bryan Nichols is a pianist\, composer\, and educator based in Minneapolis. Often found playing jazz and improvised music\, but at home in a variety of musical worlds\, he leads and composes for his own trio\, quintet\, and nonet in addition to performing\, recording\, and touring with forward-thinking artists like Nicole Mitchell\, Ron Miles\, and Olga Bell\, and groups like the Gang Font\, Dead Man Winter\, and Halloween\, Alaska. He has taught jazz piano at MacPhail Center for Music\, University of Minnesota – Morris\, and University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire\, while presenting clinics and masterclasses at a variety of colleges and high schools around the midwest.\nBryan was awarded a 2010-11 McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians\, a prestigious and competitive award given to Minnesota musicians. His work also earned him a 2004 residency from Betty Carter’s Jazz Ahead program at the Kennedy Center\, given to outstanding\, emerging jazz performer/composers\, and a 2009 subito grant from the American Composers Forum. In May 2011 Bryan released his debut recording as a leader\, Bright Places\, containing nine original compositions for his quintet. The Star Tribune called the album “fresh and first-rate” and it landed on multiple best-of-year lists. In September 2011\, he had the honor of performing as a soloist with the Minnesota Orchestra for the world premiere of a Stephen Paulus’ concerto for jazz quintet and orchestra.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/bryan-nichols-chris-bates-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jamecia Bennett Presents: Tribute to Toni Braxton & Adele at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:Three-time Grammy-winning powerhouse Jamecia Bennett captivated in a sold-out\, unforgettable tribute to Brandy & Monica. Now\, she returns to the iconic Dakota stage with the next installment of her electrifying Icon Series. Here\, this one is set to be nothing short of extraordinary. \nThis time\, Jamecia pays homage to two of the most emotionally captivating voices of our time—Toni Braxton and Adele. Furthermore\, she brings their timeless hits\, raw storytelling\, and soul-stirring ballads to life in one unforgettable night of music\, passion\, and pure vocal excellence. \nKnown for curating experiences that spotlight world-class talent\, Jamecia shares the stage with two phenomenal artists. Jhadiya Steele represents the legendary Steele family legacy with power\, grace\, and undeniable soul. Also\, America Ortiz is a dynamic recording artist whose voice and presence captivate from the very first note. \nBennett’s stellar live band will back the performers as she delivers the show with her signature energy\, elegance\, and vocal brilliance. Moreover\, this show promises to take you on an emotional journey through love\, heartbreak\, strength\, and triumph. \nOne stage. Two icons. A night you’ll never forget. 
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/jamecia-bennett-presents-tribute-to-toni-braxton-adele-at-dakota-jazz-club/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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SUMMARY:NATHAN STANLEY 'Tribute To Dr. Ralph Stanley' with Roe Family Singers\, Lake Monsters Bluegrass
DESCRIPTION:Nathan Stanley – Dove Award winner\, Grammy nominee\, ICM Award winner\, and the grandson of bluegrass legend Dr. Ralph Stanley. \nRoe Family Singers\nBonfire Music Group recording artists the Roe Family Singers are a Hard-Core Old-Time band from Minneapolis\, MN. Led by wife & husband Kim and Quillan Roe\, the band marries old-time sounds from barn-dances\, fiddle pulls\, and county fairs with a punk rock delivery. \nLake Monsters Bluegrass\nFormed from a rotating crew of Upper Midwest bluegrass players\, Lake Monsters Bluegrass delivers straight-ahead\, no-nonsense picks and jams. Built on classic songs and a love of playing together\, their shows are loose\, lively\, and all about a good time. Now entering their third full season at Lake Monster\, the principal members are Brent Fuqua\, John Bodle\, Marty Marrone\, Tom Schaefer\, and Vaughn Asselstine
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/nathan-stanley-tribute-to-dr-ralph-stanley-with-roe-family-singers-lake-monsters-bluegrass/
LOCATION:The Hook and Ladder Theater & Lounge\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Peter Kogan Jazz Presents...
DESCRIPTION:Peter Kogan’s residency at MetroNOME continues. Tonight’s guests – Ryan Garmoe\, Abebi Stafford\, Joe Mayo\, and Kam Markworth.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/peter-kogan-jazz-presents-6/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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SUMMARY:Phil Aaron\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the High Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Phil Aaron has been a mainstay in the Twin Cities jazz scene for over thirty years. Phil has recorded five CD’s and has performed with many national and international musicians\, including Lee Konitz\, Eric Alexander\, Delfeayo Marsalis\, Jim Rotondi\, Jim Snidero\, Byron Stripling\, Kendra Shank\, Evan Christopher\, John Fedchock\, Jackie Allen and Barbara Morrison. Along with leading the Phil Aaron Trio\, he’s busy as an accompanist to many Twin Cities singers and a sideman in a number of jazz groups.\nPhil is also an Emmy winning composer for film and television.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/phil-aaron-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-high-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Genesis Jazz Orchestra feat. Bekah Peterson & Riley Helgeson at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:For our May 21 concert\, we will feature trumpeter Riley Helgeson on numerous selections\, including People\, arranged for Maynard Ferguson\, and Georgia on my Mind \, arranged for Doc Severinson. Also vocalist Bekah Peterson\, from Hastings\, on Will You Still Be Mine\, and a medley of You’re Driving Me Crazy and What Did I Do? \nOther selections by the band will be from Twin Cities natives Jack Schabert \, LA Buckner\, and Gary Denbow\, with other works from Duke Ellington\, Charles Mingus\, and pieces from the Buddy Rich Band and Woody Herman. \nFeaturing Special Guests: \nRiley Helgeson: Trumpet \nBekah Peterson: Vocals \nAnd the GJO Band: \nConrad Miska: Soprano & Alto Sax \nLee Tran: Alto Sax \nMac Wilms: Tenor Sax \nGary Denbow II: Tenor Sax \nChuck Linderkamp: Bari Sax \nSteve Olsen: Trumpet \nTom Henchal: Trumpet \nEric Elert: Trumpet \nBrent Elert: Trumpet \nAlex Karye: Trombone \nJohn Zschunke: Trombone \nMike Scott: Bass Trombone \nBill Henry: Keyboards \nDean Kleven: Guitar \nDave Mendenhall: Electric Bass \nDave Hagedorn: Drummer & Musical Director \nAn ensemble of the Rosemount Community Band\, the Genesis Jazz Orchestra was established in 2018 by musicians from the southeast metro area of the Twin Cities. Over half of its members have degrees in music. Some play professionally and many are current or retired music educators. \nIn addition to performing in the Rosemount community\, GJO plays at school jazz concerts and festivals\, at Jazz Central Studios in Minneapolis and at city band shells and parks. Recent notable concerts include a shows at Jazz in the Prairie\, at the Mall of America\, at Mears Park in St. Paul and a performance for the Minnesota Music Educators Association Mid-Winter Conference in Minneapolis.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/genesis-jazz-orchestra-feat-bekah-peterson-riley-helgeson-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:DEBUT: Mississippi Hot Club at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:This Dunsmore room performance will include selections by Django Reinhardt\, Jazz Manouche standards\, and the unique arrangements and energy that Mississippi Hot Club has become known for. This audience will also have the rare opportunity to see bandleader Joshua Parlanti set down the guitar and dazzle us with his exceptional piano chops! \nJoshua Parlanti is the bandleader and lead guitarist. Trained as a classical pianist\, he is a self-taught master guitarist\, most notably in the style of Django Reinhardt. Joshua now works as a professional sound engineer and producer at Wild Sound Recording Studio. \nAlissa “Big Al” Jacobsen is a force to be reckoned with. Farmer by day and violin slayer by night\, Big Al truly dazzles the crowd with her endless energy and syncopated riffs. You may also catch her playing bluegrass at the bar or a square dance at the local hall. \nIan Stenlund has beenplaying in bands of all genres for more than 17 years. In MHC\, he “plays the drums on guitar” in the la pompe technique\, which gives gypsy jazz it’s unique swing sound. By day\, he owns his own business\, delivering mobile saunas. \nJoseph Downing grew up in a family of musicians in Northern MN. Other than playing bass like a total boss\, he also is a song-writer\, guitar player\, tattoo removal specialist\, and runs a motorcycle repair garage. And he has 3 dogs. \nMississippi Hot Club showcases the distinct style of music pioneered by maestro guitarist Django Reinhardt during the 1930s-1940s in Paris\, France. This hot club is an all string jazz ensemble with la pompe rhythm guitar\, upright bass\, and the lively improvisation of a solo guitar and violin. \nStaying true to the 1930s hot club sound\, MHC also adds a healthy spread of modern twists. During a live set\, you can expect them to play romantic ballads\, American jazz standards\, European folk\, and science fiction theme songs. This troupe is sure to get you swinging with their virtuosic style and expert arrangements.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/debut-mississippi-hot-club-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Larry McDonough Quintet: Trumpetocity at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:The trumpet has been a key instrument in the history of jazz\, dating back to Bix Beiderbecke and Louis Armstrong\, through the big band era\, and modern small ensembles. The Larry McDonough Quintet will scratch the surface of this history with their new show Trumpetocity\, featuring Josh May. The quintet will cover the music of Don Ellis\, Miles Davis\, Chet Baker\, Lee Morgan\, Freddie Hubbard\, Clifford Brown\, and others. \nBand Members:\nLarry McDonough – Piano\nJosh May – Trumpet\nRichard Terrill – Saxophones/Poetry\nGreg Stinson – Bass\nDean White – Drums \n⊹ \nLarry McDonough is an award-winning jazz composer\, pianist\, singer\, and teacher based in St. Paul. He has performed around the world and recorded with his group the Larry McDonough Quartet as well as solo and in duos and trios. He has performed with legendary saxophonist and composer Benny Golson\, trombonist Fred Wesley\, and trumpeter Duane Eubanks\, as well as a who’s who of local jazz artists. He was inducted into the Minnesota Rock Country Hall of Fame for his work in the group Danny’s Reasons\, and his awards include the American Composers Forum Showcase Award for the composition “Strait of Gibraltar.” \nMcDonough has released 12 CDs and DVDs as a leader. His current CDs are “Best of the Aster Classic Jazz Series” and “Intermodulating Undercurrents Live at the Kos: The Music of Bill Evans and Jim Hall.” “Kind of Bill on the Palace Grounds\, Marking 40 Years since the Death of Bill Evans\,” was played on jazz radio stations and streaming services around the country. The two-CD set “Alice in Stonehenge and other AcoustElectric Adventures” has played on radio stations and streaming services around the world and charted #18 on the Roots Music Report’s Top 50 Jazz Album Chart. “Simple Gifts” reached #29 on the CMJ Jazz Chart and also has been played on hundreds of stations around the country and throughout the world. \nMcDonough’s other jazz projects include Fusebox (original jazz fusion trio) and Trios Trio (classic jazz). When not playing jazz\, he performs jam fusion in Quantum Mechanics\, funk in Funkin’ Right\, classic rock in Whiskey Burn\, indie-rock in HiFi\, and punk in Saint Small. He also is a lawyer and law professor selected by William Mitchell College of Law as one of “100 Who Made a Difference” over the 100-year history of the school.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/larry-mcdonough-quintet-trumpetocity-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dale Alexander\, Dan Carpel\, Jay Epstein at Waterbury Restaurant
DESCRIPTION:Dale Alexander at the age of 24 had a rich and varied musical background than many musicians achieve in a lifetime. Studying with prominent musicians such as Marvin Dahlgren and Dr. Reginald Buckner of the University School of Music served to enhance Dale’s unlimited natural musical talent. He was recognized by the University of Wisconsin with a National Jazz Education Award for his outstanding individual performance as a percussionist. By the time he graduated from high school\, he had already performed with the nationally known soul group\, the Temptations.\nIn the ensuing years\, Dale has appeared with virtually every well-known jazz artist in the States. After conquering the drums\, he turned his sights toward the piano studying with Manfredo Fest.\nDale worked as one of the Musical Directors for the Christmas performance from “American Idol on Tour” and is available for national and international engagements. He is also available for both piano and drum lessons in his studio in Chatsworth\, California.\n​In the early 90s\, he was Musical Director for Andiamo’s\, a world class jazz club in Aspen and stayed there until he moved to the Los Angeles area. Dale has performed and recorded with many musical legends like George Benson – Everett Harp – Larry Graham – Harry ‘Sweets’ Edison – Frank Morgan – Billy Eckstine – John Heard Herb Ellis – Phil Upchurch – Eric Burdon (War)- Buddy Miles (Jimmy Hendrix) – Edgar Winter Jimmy Smith – Diane Reeves – Barbara Morrison – Glen Frey – Jimmy Buffet – Billy Taylor – The Temptations – Sheila E – Prince – Andre Cymone – Slash (Guns & Roses) – Jimmy Jam – Terri Lewis – Glen Frey (Eagles) – Robbie Kreiger (The Doors) – Marilyn Manson – John Denver – Motown recording legend Wa Wah Watson.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dale-alexander-dan-carpel-jay-epstein-at-waterbury-restaurant-11/
LOCATION:Waterbury Restaurant\, 3012 Excelsior Blvd\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nancy Bierma Duo
DESCRIPTION:Nancy Bierma has a classical degree in piano and has been leading her own jazz groups for many years. She is in the Iowa Jazz Hall of Fame. Her husband\, Jim\, is a bass player that has performed with musicians including Debbie Duncan\, Larry McDonough\, and Geoff Jones. Nancy and Jim have played jazz together for decades.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/nancy-bierma-duo/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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GEO:45.080014;-93.243633
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T210000
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SUMMARY:Southside Aces: A Night in New Orleans at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:For over two decades\, Southside Aces have been playing the repertoire of the Jazz Age greats and beyond. Here\, they play the early New Orleans of Jelly Roll Morton and the Chicago joys of Louis Armstrong. The evocative compositions of the young Duke Ellington to the barrel house sounds of Preservation Hall. Even the early rock and roll of Fats Domino! Their belief in the contemporary vitality of New Orleans music can be heard in their eighth album\, 2022’s Minneapolis Bump. Here\, this album contains fifteen originals in the traditional style. The Aces will release two more albums in 2026\, including Les Oignons\, featuring the music of Sidney Bechet. You hear it all when you’re in front of the Aces. Moreover\, treat yourself to a century’s worth of New Orleans jazz. \nIn New Orleans\, the jazz tradition thrives off a wide array of styles. Here\, the Aces possess a diverse repertoire\, with a roll call that includes jazz giants. For example\, Louis Armstrong\, Jelly Roll Morton\, Hoagy Carmichael\, Duke Ellington\, and Bix Beiderbecke. Additionally\, Crescent City classics like “Bourbon Street Parade”\, “Just A Closer Walk With Thee”\, and “St. James Infirmary”. Also\, they cover the funky rhythms of brass band powerhouses like “Mardi Gras in New Orleans” and “Palm Court Strut”! \n“Some 1500 miles from New Orleans and the Mardi Gras\, and what do you think? It’s bouncing around the Mississippi River up here close to the Northern Star.” — Leigh Kamman\, The Jazz Image \n“The performers are virtuosi and flawlessly replicate the sound of classic New Orleans… The concert was wonderful and demonstrates the continued vitality of this sort of music.” — John Beckmann\, Prairie Uprising
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/southside-aces-a-night-in-new-orleans-at-dakota-jazz-club/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T203000
DTSTAMP:20260519T144335Z
CREATED:20260519T144335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T144335Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music Outdoors at Waldmann Brewery - Joe Nicola plays the oldest Saloon in Minnesota!
DESCRIPTION:Fingerstyle Guitarist Joe Nicola will perform his Old-Timey\, Blues\, Ragtime\, and Jazz tunes on our outdoor patio from 7pm-8:30pm! Come enjoy timeless tunes at one of the oldest taverns in the state.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/live-music-outdoors-at-waldmann-brewery-joe-nicola-plays-the-oldest-saloon-in-minnesota/
LOCATION:Waldmann Brewery\, 445 Smith Avenue Saint Paul\, MN 55102
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260519T143415Z
CREATED:20260519T143415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T143415Z
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SUMMARY:Midcentury Modern Music. Jazz Standards
DESCRIPTION:Maud Hixson and pianist Rick Carlson. Summer concert Series at St. Albert the Great in Longfellow neighborhood.\nSunday May 31. 2:00 PM
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/midcentury-modern-music-jazz-standards/
LOCATION:St. Albert the Great. 3836  33rd. Ave South Minneapolis\, 3836. 33rd AV S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T213000
DTSTAMP:20260508T163821Z
CREATED:20260508T163821Z
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SUMMARY:Kenny Reichert’s Letters From the Road: Righteous Rooster at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Kenny Reichert has spent much of the past decade on the road: driving across North America and Europe\, sharing meals with bandmates\, and performing gig after gig. His original music has been shaped by those travels and the people he has met along the way. Now based between Minneapolis and Chicago\, Reichert will be bringing time-tested and brand-new ensembles to Berlin in Minneapolis and North Street Cabaret in Madison\, WI\, every weekend in May. \nRighteous Rooster is a Chicago-based organ trio. Drawing inspiration from Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio\, Soulive\, Medeski Martin & Wood\, Goldings/Bernstein/Stewart\, and Grant Green\, the band blends deep grooves with soulful\, melody-driven writing. The music honors the classic organ trio tradition while embracing contemporary language and energy. \nBand Members:\nKenny Reichert – Guitar\nHenry Dickhoff – Organ\nLuke Sagadin – Drums \n⊹ \nRecognized by DownBeat magazine as “a distinctive player and composer\,” Kenny Reichert has established himself as a compelling guitarist with an expressive\, refined approach to his instrument. His artistry has been praised by All About Jazz as “masterly without being showy\,” and Textura has lauded his compositions for making an “immediate impression” and “warranting repeat engagement.” \nBased between Chicago and Minneapolis\, Reichert is an in-demand performer who has collaborated with artists such as Russ Johnson\, Geof Bradfield\, Lenard Simpson\, Clark Sommers\, Ethan Philion\, John Christensen\, Devin Drobka\, Ana Everling\, and Alyssa Allgood. He has performed at venues and festivals across the United States and Europe\, bringing his music to audiences in intimate and large-scale settings. \nReichert has released four albums as a leader. His latest\, Live in Chicago\, features his longtime collaborators and their deep musical interactions. His previous albums Switch (2024\, Calligram Records); Deep Breath (2023\, Shifting Paradigm Records); and Interpretations (2015)\, cemented his reputation as a forward-thinking guitarist and composer.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/kenny-reicherts-letters-from-the-road-righteous-rooster-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T210000
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SUMMARY:The New Standards at Dakota Jazz Club Night 2
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota stalwarts The New Standards create an intriguing blend of everything from classic cabaret to punk rock. Here\, they blend the freedom of jazz with  the soul of pop and rock. They make it work through offbeat humor and sheer musicianship. The instrumentation is simple: John Munson of Trip Shakespeare/Semisonic fame on bass; Chan Poling\, founder of the new-wave group The Suburbs on piano; and Steve Roehm on vibes. Chan and John split the singing. A footstomp here\, a shout-out there\, a fiery solo\, and it’s cooked. Simple\, elegant\, illuminating. \nThe New Standards started in 2005 as an off-shoot project. Since then\, TNS has grown into a globe-spanning adventure\, filling theaters and clubs around the world. Additionally\, they have created several albums\, videos\, cartoons\, dance/theater projects\, and ancillary gewgaws that have charmed and delighted faithful fans. \nAll three are fans of great songwriting. However\, they sensed a lack of an interesting jazz trio repertoire beyond the usual “old standards”. Thus\, they got together originally to play and sing their favorite songs from every era\, particularly post-1960s pop music. Familiar tunes in a stripped-down acoustic setting\, leaving room for solos and arrangements with the freedom of jazz. Yet\, they never fully abandon the modest soul of pop and rock. \nAnother thing: though you may associate an acoustic tango version of Britney Spears’s “Toxic” with camp\, TNS is not a lounge or novelty act. One listen to their music reveals that they take their music-making as well as their jobs as entertainers seriously. \nAnd yet\, they are very funny.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/the-new-standards-at-dakota-jazz-club-night-2/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T203000
DTSTAMP:20260508T192300Z
CREATED:20260508T192300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T192300Z
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SUMMARY:Real Men Of Country with Bobby Vandell at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:An authentic trip back in time to the rustic favorites from the classic country canon. Stage veteran Bobby Vandell leads an all-star 6-piece band as they bring heartfelt and energetic performances of all of your favorites from this nostalgic genre. \nBobby Vandell: Voice\, Guitar \nMelanie Rosales: Voice\, Acoustic Guitar \nAl Bergstrom: Bass \nDan Neale: Guitar\, Voice \nJoe Savage: Pedal Steel \nPatrick Nelson: Drums \nPrimarily a figure from the 80’s Minneapolis and Los Angeles music scene\, Bobby Vandell is one of the architects of the “Minneapolis Sound”\, and has been awarded 5 gold and platinum albums. He played regionally with Lamont Cranston\, The TC Jammers\, The Doug Maynard Band\, Mick Sterling & the Stud Brothers\, Dr Mambos Combo\, The Hoopsnakes\, Ipso Facto and Nationally with Bonnie Raitt\, Roy Buchanan\, The Dazz Band\, The Horn Heads\, Gypsy\, Jesse Johnson’s Revue\, Alexander O’Neal\, Cherrelle\, and Lipps Inc of Funkytown fame and is also the last drummer to play with Prince in public.\nBobby and can be heard regularly as an on air host on KBEM Jazz88FM in Minneapolis.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/real-men-of-country-with-bobby-vandell-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T160307Z
CREATED:20260427T160307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T160307Z
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Freedom Jazz Band Spring Concert
DESCRIPTION:Feelin’ Good! Big Band Style: Melodies that will have you feelin’ good in no time! Why resist a little pick-me-up on a Sunday afternoon?
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/minnesota-freedom-jazz-band-spring-concert/
LOCATION:Pillsbury House + Theatre\, 3501 Chicago Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Freedom Band":MAILTO:mnfreedomband@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260506T145942Z
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SUMMARY:Artblok Open Studios
DESCRIPTION:The Artblok musicians\, DJs and dozens of guest and resident artists will be open during Art-a-Whirl this month. This event has been held annually for almost 30 years\, It features a very diverse mix of poetry\, music\, and visual arts. The century-old Artblok complex spans 14 buildings and was once the General Mills Research Laboratories\, home of the Betty Crocker Kitchens. You’ll see sculptors working in stone and wood\, textile artists\, painters\, potters mead brewers\, performance artists\, glassblowers and print makers. Come prepared to explore this historic facility. \nFree admission. Family-friendly. Plenty of free parking. Artblok is not ADA-compliant. Questions? Call Karlyn at 651 308 7285
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/artblok-open-studios/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:MN
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karlyn Eckman":MAILTO:eckma001@umn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T230000
DTSTAMP:20260427T204807Z
CREATED:20260427T204807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T204807Z
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SUMMARY:The New Standards at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota stalwarts The New Standards create an intriguing blend of everything from classic cabaret to punk rock. Here\, they blend the freedom of jazz with  the soul of pop and rock. They make it work through offbeat humor and sheer musicianship. The instrumentation is simple: John Munson of Trip Shakespeare/Semisonic fame on bass; Chan Poling\, founder of the new-wave group The Suburbs on piano; and Steve Roehm on vibes. Chan and John split the singing. A footstomp here\, a shout-out there\, a fiery solo\, and it’s cooked. Simple\, elegant\, illuminating. \nThe New Standards started in 2005 as an off-shoot project. Since then\, TNS has grown into a globe-spanning adventure\, filling theaters and clubs around the world. Additionally\, they have created several albums\, videos\, cartoons\, dance/theater projects\, and ancillary gewgaws that have charmed and delighted faithful fans. \nAll three are fans of great songwriting. However\, they sensed a lack of an interesting jazz trio repertoire beyond the usual “old standards”. Thus\, they got together originally to play and sing their favorite songs from every era\, particularly post-1960s pop music. Familiar tunes in a stripped-down acoustic setting\, leaving room for solos and arrangements with the freedom of jazz. Yet\, they never fully abandon the modest soul of pop and rock. \nAnother thing: though you may associate an acoustic tango version of Britney Spears’s “Toxic” with camp\, TNS is not a lounge or novelty act. One listen to their music reveals that they take their music-making as well as their jobs as entertainers seriously. \nAnd yet\, they are very funny.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/the-new-standards-at-dakota-jazz-club/2026-05-16/2/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T204308Z
CREATED:20260501T204308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T204308Z
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SUMMARY:Solomon Lindenberg Trio at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:The Solomon Lindenberg Trio explores originals\, obscure standards\, jazz compositions\, and Americana music with a dynamic\, modern approach. They’ll return to Berlin after a sold-out August 2025 show. \nBand Members:\nSolomon Lindenberg – Piano\nColin Dorion – Drums\nDylan Reed – Bass \n⊹ \nSolomon Lindenberg is a pianist\, composer\, and educator originally from Door County\, WI\, and currently based in Chicago\, IL. Lindenberg can be seen and heard playing in groups including his trio; the progressive quartet Folkus\, which he co-leads; and bands featuring musicians Ernest “Khabeer” Dawkins\, Ted Sirota\, Dustin Laurenzi\, Matt Ulery\, and Katie Ernst. He has performed at some of the great Midwest jazz venues\, including Jazz Showcase\, Hungry Brain\, Merrimans’ Playhouse\, the Estate\, and Epiphany Center for the Arts. While mainly an exponent of the jazz tradition\, he is also largely influenced by European classical\, gospel\, folk\, rock\, and avant-garde music. \nColin Dorion is a Chicago-based drummer who brings a distinctive voice to every musical setting while remaining deeply grounded in tradition. He has studied at Berklee College of Music and Northern Illinois University. In addition to his formal training\, Dorion has undertaken extensive independent study of historic and contemporary music\, continually exploring new sounds and approaches to musical expression. He has performed with acclaimed artists including Bobby Broom and Ernest Dawkins\, and he is recognized for his sincerity\, versatility\, and unwavering commitment to serving the music. \nDylan Reed is a Chicago-based upright bassist currently pursuing a Bachelor of Music in jazz studies at Northern Illinois University. A dedicated student of the jazz tradition\, he has developed a strong foundation in swing and contemporary improvisation while cultivating a supportive and responsive approach to ensemble playing. He has studied with esteemed bassists Dennis Carroll and Marlene Rosenberg\, whose mentorship has shaped his technical command and artistic voice. In 2024\, Reed was honored as a recipient of the Kiewit-Wang Mentorship Award\, recognizing his commitment to growth and artistic development.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/solomon-lindenberg-trio-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T213000
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SUMMARY:Todd Harper & the Seekers of Beauty
DESCRIPTION:Todd Harper\, Ian Rashkin & Eric Coursen have known each other since 1990. Then\, Ian moved away. Todd and Eric played in various combos ever since. Now\, Ian is in town the second time this year from LA\, and we are excited to collaborate again!\nTonight’s show will feature some earlier tunes\, but with a focus on fresh iterations of our vast collective musical history. Besides lyrical jazz waltzes\, ferocious mambos\, and things without a name\, expect Todd’s orations\, focused on contemporary life\, idiosyncratic juxtapositions\, observations.\nWe will also feature music from the local pioneer Carei Thomas.\nThe ensemble features Todd Harper\, (composition\, piano\, orations\, small instruments). Ian Rashkin (bass\, compositions). Eric Coursen (drums) Bob Ockenden (guitar)\, and George Cartwright (alto & tenor saxophone) \nOur music may seem like a risky flight: but we always land safely.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/todd-harper-the-seekers-of-beauty/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T203000
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SUMMARY:Trevor McSpadden w/ Dean Magraw
DESCRIPTION:St. Paul singer/songwriter Trevor McSpadden is accompanied by local legend Dean Magraw for a quiet\, acoustic concert. Hosted by Cadenza Music\, this performance takes place in their listening room called Studio 20. The show begins at 7pm with the acoustic duo\, followed by the debut of Trevor McSpadden’s new music video for “Amarillo Sunset.” Come one\, come all!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/trevor-mcspadden-w-dean-magraw/
LOCATION:Cadenza Music\, 149 Snelling Ave N\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Aldo Ramos at Richfield Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Aldo Ramos brings a variety of Latin American music to the Richfield Farmers market from 830am to Noon on Saturday May 16th. \nYou can expect boleros\, tangos\, rancheros\, cumbias and more.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/aldo-ramos-at-richfield-farmers-market/
LOCATION:MN
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SUMMARY:Take That Back feat. Joan Hutton & Sue Orfield at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Reed players and composers Joan Hutton and Sue Orfield perform original jazz with their quintet Take That Back. \n“Different! Fun! Dynamic! … to experience a live performance of this band is to realize what an amazing chemistry that Orfield and Hutton have with each other and their band. Add in their inventive original compositions\, and you’ve got a delightful evening of jazz.” – Dayna Martinez\, Executive Director of Twin Cities Jazz Festival \nBand Members:\nJoan Hutton – Alto Saxophone/Bass Clarinet\nSue Orfield – Tenor Saxophone\nTed Godbout – Piano\nKameron Markworth – Bass\nDavid Schmalenberger – Drums \n⊹ \nBand leaders and composers Joan Hutton (alto sax\, bass clarinet) and Sue Orfield (tenor sax) began their collaboration in 2019\, drawn together by a passion for original music. They have released two albums on Shifting Paradigm Records: Take That Back (2022) and Splash (2024). With tight harmonies and precise arrangements\, this quintet presents playful\, original jazz that is sometimes unpredictable yet deeply rooted in melody. \nJoan Hutton is a performer\, composer and educator residing in Minneapolis and hailing from Toronto\, Canada. Joan’s diverse interests have taken her from jazz\, free improv and funk to classical\, chamber music and pit orchestras. She also leads a variety of her own jazz groups and is a member of the acclaimed Ancia Saxophone Quartet. \nSue Orfield is an award-winning tenor saxophonist\, composer and educator who tours internationally and has recorded on hundreds of albums. She makes her home in the Chippewa Valley of Wisconsin and leads her own blues and bluegrass groups. She is a longtime member of the Tiptons Saxophone Quartet & Drums\, and hosted her own TV show\, The Sue Orfield Show.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/take-that-back-feat-joan-hutton-sue-orfield-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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