A vital force in the Minneapolis music scene with reach far beyond it, the Laurels String Quartet has supported stars including Father John Misty, Semisonic, and Ondara but have never […]
Doug and Lori will be joined on stage for each monthly edition by several local artistic luminaries for the ninety-minute extravaganza. You can expect some fantastic music of all styles, […]
Grammy winner Richard Bona is one of the most accomplished international bass players, composers and multi-instrumentalists. With his unique sound and vocal gift he is continuously representing his African origins. Moreover, Bona’s music addresses the continent’s traditions, culture, beauty and issues. His purpose, and Bona’s connection with his audience has turned him into a staple name in […]
NUNNABOVE has been called the “next generation of the Minneapolis sound”. Furthermore, they were featured on season thirteen of America’s Got Talent. The Current calls them “Minneapolis’s latest and greatest.” Additionally, producer Terry Lewis says, “they have many years of music ahead of them”. Also, Jon Bream (Star Tribune) says “they have oodles of talent and potential”. Sounds Of Blackness […]
Grosse Isle is a trio of traditional musicians from Québec and Ireland, comprising Irish uilleann piper Fiachra O’Regan, Québec fiddler/singer Sophie Lavoie, and guitarist André Marchand. Grosse Isle is a group that “represents the musical best of two great cultures”, Ireland and Québec (Roots music Canada). They have been involved in the trad/Celtic/folk scene for more […]
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 […]
Minnesota Music Educators Association is proud to present the All-State Jazz Band at the Dakota. MMEA’s All-State Ensembles are built with 625 accomplished young musicians from 269 programs within the […]
The Paul Hecht Trio will play standards from around the jazz universe and original compositions inspired by the work of David Lynch. Band Members: Paul Hecht - Piano Dan Carpel - Bass Pete James Johnson - Drums ✧ Paul Hecht leads the Pyrography Quintet and other projects throughout the Midwest, creating music that balances compositional […]
6pm Doors / 8pm Showtime Full food and beverage available for this show $22 Adv (+fees/taxes) $30 Doors (+fees/taxes) 21+ LAMP feat. Russ Lawton, Scott Metzger & Ray Paczkowski Interstate jammers LaMP — featuring Vermont-based Russ Lawton (drums) and Ray Paczkowski (keys), alongside Brooklynite Scott Metzger (guitar) — distill singular, road-honed improv instincts into taut, […]
PeterKoganJazzPresents: THE GREAT AMERICAN SWINGBOOK with Maud Hixson and Rick Carlson Thu, Mar 19 @ 7:00PM — 9:15PM The MetroNOME Brewery, 385 Broadway Street, St Paul, MN 55101 An evening […]
Cyrille Aimée grew up in a multilingual household full of music where she danced every day. There, her soundtrack featured the Afro-Caribbean sounds from her mother’s native Dominican Republic. The family home was in Samois-sur-Seine, the location of the Django Reinhardt Festival. Often, the teenage Cyrille would climb out of her bedroom window at night to […]
A Stripped-Down Authentic Sound This is not just a show, this is a Single Release Party for the single, Can’t be Alone by Kaatwalk. Inspired by storytellers like Brandi Carlile, Phoebe Bridgers, […]
Open Story was launched in 2016, bringing together three local veterans who somehow had never played together before. It’s not as if Dean Magraw, Bryan Nichols or Jay Epstein has extra time to start a new band, keeping busy with numerous projects in leading, collaborative and supporting roles. Yet they found time to come together […]
Americana Songbook, Acoustic Nostalgia Jennifer Eckes and Zachary Scot Johnson will explore some of the great songs from the 1960s and ‘70s that grew from folk music traditions and have […]
“straight-up blues with a razor edge guitar slash.” – Americana Highways Two of the most electrifying forces in modern roots music converge! Luther Dickinson (North Mississippi Allstars, The Black Crowes) joins JD Simo (Chris Isaak, Jack White, Beyoncé, Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis). Here, they unite as a soul-shaking trio with powerhouse drummer Adam Abrashoff. Their chemistry is deep, their grooves are dirty, […]
Burning Vocals, Traditional & Contemporary Orchestral Jazz, Swing & Bop The Adi Yeshaya Jazz Orchestra brings together world-class musicianship and cinematic big-band power under the direction of celebrated composer, arranger and pianist Adi Yeshaya, whose credits span Prince, Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Lena Horne, Burt Bacharach and more. Known for his imaginative orchestrations and bold […]
Figments is trumpeter Ella Grace’s debut album as a leader, featuring seven original contemporary jazz compositions for quintet and sextet. Exploring figments as catalysts for creative expression and themes of coming of age, the music comes to life through performances by some of Chicago’s top emerging jazz artists, taking listeners on a distinctive, cathartic journey. […]
Come join Becca Lozier & Friends as they explore Bebop and Hard Bop classics, focusing on the music of Charlie Parker. For years, Becca has dedicated a large portion of her practice to The Omnibook (A book of Charlie Parker's solos, transcribed) and wishes to venture in to the deep end of that pool with […]
King Pari’s Minneapolis funk pedigree anchors their music. Both Joe and Cameron played alongside some of Prince’s closest associates, and Joe’s previous band was among the last that Prince personally invited to play at Paisley Park. They’ve also been tapped into the national funk and jazz scenes from the beginning – their first gig was […]
Vicki Victoria sings vintage jazz and retro blues, backed by her quartet of the following musicians: Sarah Burk - Piano Andrew Schwandt - Sax Tom Lewis - Bass Greg Schutte - Drums The Lexington, 1096 Grand Avenue, St. Paul, MN For information on menu, parking, etc.---thelex.com
Henry Scamurra’s Urban Forum is a group of young musicians pushing their sound to the next level at every turn. Their fiery modern sound is rooted in jazz but actively […]
Eli Zukor is originally from Minneapolis and recently graduated from Temple University (Philadelphia), where he studied Jazz Upright Bass. After graduating, he spent a year playing music in NYC with musicians from all over the country before moving back to MN this past summer. Featuring: Bryan Murray - saxophone Ryan Freitas - saxophone Jordan Christianson […]
Dálava, the genre-defying ensemble led by vocalist Julia Úlehlawith guitarist Aram Bajakian (Lou Reed, John Zorn, Diana Krall), returns with Understories, a deeply evocative new album that explores uncharted territories of sound. Seamlessly weaving Moravian folk traditions with an experimental, improvisational approach, Understories takes the listener on a journey through captivating sonic worlds. Dálava’s music […]
“an unbelievable night of iconic songs” – Explore MN Feat. Lamont Keten, Len Jones, RoShewn Harrington, David Chill Anderson, Shayde Stephens This dynamic and soulful show features The Mfellaz and the timeless sounds of Motown. Furthermore, the music of Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson 5, The Four Tops and the mighty Temptations. The show features The […]
Jazz Age Rumpus V — The Music of Sidney Bechet Vintage Music Festival and Southside Aces CD Release! Featuring: Southside Aces, Sidney & Muggsy, The Boat Note Five with special guest Sam Skavnak — Once again Hook and Ladder Theater welcomes listeners and dancers to revel in the sounds of the Jazz Age! Year five of the festival […]
