Few American jazz singers have had as long and fruitful a relationship with Brazilian music as Karrin Allyson. Her early albums included such classics as “Corcovado” and “One Note Samba”. Then, her 1999 recording From Paris to Rio split the difference between songs from those musical cities. 2008’s Imagina: Songs of Brazil raised the ante on Rio. Now, here’s another […]
At the age of 24, Dale Alexander 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 […]
Experimental Jazz on Lafond Presents: Kinney / Broder / Seru / Cartwright Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025, 7pm Zion Community Commons: 1697 Lafond Ave., St. Paul Tickets at the door - $15 / $10 students. Cash, check, Venmo, Paypal accepted This show is not wheelchair accessible. Andrew Broder is a producer and artist, who has lived […]
A funky instrumental trio consisting of three of the Twin Cities’ most seasoned musicians (we’re talking fresh herbs—none of the stale, dried-out store-bought stuff), Trench Size Trio have been developing a sound and a body of work for close to a decade, and they are not showing any signs of slowing down. Guitarist/songwriter Tom Reichert […]
All of the wonderful songs of the season, and holiday humor and Crosby holiday history. Plus the good musical times from the Bing Crosby TV shows, made new by Arne and his friends. Includes “White Christmas”, of course! Arne Fogel: Vocals Rick Carlson: Piano Steve Pikal: Bass Arne Fogel is a 2018 inductee into the Minnesota Music Hall […]
Chroma is an electric-based jazz fusion trio that features saxophonist Jonah Walt, keyboard/synth bassist Zach Luginbill and drummer Fletcher Myhre. The group’s sound is inspired by saxophonist Chris Potter’s “Circuits” trio and the duo DOMi and JD Beck.
Red Thread and Ponyfolk are two Minnesota-based ensembles devoted to building community around Midwestern European roots music. The two bands team up to present an “alternative” holiday celebration, sharing new and old songs of winter, luck, and family from Scandinavian, Yiddish/Klezmer, Slavic, English, and Irish roots.
Step in time with Mary Cloggins—a joyful, high-energy holiday show by Minneapolis’s own Wild Goose Chase Cloggers. Inspired by the whimsy of Mary Poppins, this 60-minute performance blends precision clog […]
Nolan Mancl-Saxon is an in-demand composer and percussionist based in Minneapolis. Their upcoming album, Music of a Moment, fuses elements of jazz, funk and R’n’B to create a unique conception of improvised music.
“Hot Club” Swing Jazz in the Roma Style A Twin Cities-based swing Jazz band will perform ‘Hot Club’ holiday favorites in the gypsy jazz style. The Quartet performs a timeless jazz tradition commonly known as jazz manouche, a blend of traditional Roma music and swing jazz. The ‘Hot Club’ jazz tradition brings back happy memories […]
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 mingles with other genres and sounds. Band Members: Henry Scamurra - Alto Saxophone Isaiah Petrie - Vibraphone Jaylen Ward - Drums Spencer Reeve - Acoustic […]
DJ Tarik Thornton, the South Minneapolis–based host of the cult-favorite “Quiet Village” radio show, brings his signature sound back to Berlin. Tarik digs deep into funk, soul, and rare grooves to create timeless sets. Tarik Thornton is a New Orleans native who resides in South Minneapolis. He is known as a crate-digging connoisseur and radio […]
This program is a weekend of putting on a big band jazz show, with a rehearsal on Saturday and a show on the Sunday afternoon.
Local award-winning art song duo poem|music will perform Winterreise (Poem: Wilhelm Müller / Music: Franz Schubert) at Wells Pianos (St. Paul) on Sunday, December 12th (3:30pm). Hang with the artists […]
Two sets of original Soul & Soul-Jazz - also some standards and a few seasonal hits. With: Tarek Abdelqader, Dan Carpel, and Blair Krivanek
Come Celebrate Liz's album release and new space next to the puppet build on the south side of the Ivy!! Early evening album release party. Music by Liz Draper//Chris Hepola//Crystal Myslajek & Anna Johnson from Chicago! Food by Paul Perez of Unidos Food Co Debut Vinyl Album "Meno" by upright bassist Liz Draper Dark, murky, […]
The much beloved holiday tradition returns! Billy McLaughlin presents SimpleGifts Christmastide 2025: The Long Night Moon Tour. For 22 years, the SimpleGifts Christmastide Tour has brought light to the longest nights of the year, performing modern versions of traditional carols and hymns with angelic three-part harmonies and Celtic flair.
A High Energy Swing and Jazz Holiday Show! Get ready for an evening filled with music, laughter, heartwarming stories, and nostalgia, from The Nutcracker Suite to newly arranged holiday favorites. Kyle Tennis: Guitar, Vocals David Strong: Saxophone, Flute, Vocals Gus Lindquist: Trumpet, Vocals Alan Lecher: Trombone, Vocals Greig Tennis: Upright Bass Tyler Anderson: Drums For the last fifteen years Riverside Swing Band has […]
Come on down for live jazz at Brianno's Chart House with music from Courtney Burton and friends! Created by Courtney Burton, Creative Director, and vocalist, the jazz ensemble Court's In […]
Help us celebrate the thirty-sixth anniversary of the Peterson Family Christmas Show! Here, this is a whole family tradition not to be missed. Acclaimed as Minnesota’s First Family of Music, they have also performed locally, nationally, and internationally for many years. Linda Peterson is an international recording artist, songwriter, pianist and vocalist. Also, Linda has five CDs to […]
Holiday Soul, Rhythm, Blues, Gospel and Jazz! Soulful sounds of the holidays we all love! Join us for the rich sound of this world class baritone as he brings you back to the soul of the holiday with friends and especially family, with hints of Gospel Jazz and just plain old fun, don’t miss this […]
Live at the Minnesota Music Cafe No Cover
Channy Leaneagh (Poliça, Roma di Luna) has curated an auspicious night with Gold Minefield. This will be the first time that Roma di Luna players Channy, JG Everest, Ben Durrant, and Ryan Lovan will have shared a stage since 2018. Channy will start the night with a solo set playing a collection of her own […]
Dinner Show — $185Includes a four-course dinner, show admission, tax, and gratuity. Cocktail Show — $115Includes a $20 food/drink voucher, a champagne toast at midnight, tax, and gratuity. Davina Sowers and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national music scene. Their high-energy live shows feature level-A musicianship, sharp-dressed professionalism and Sowers’ commanding stage presence. […]
At the age of 24, Dale Alexander 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 […]
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 […]
Jennifer Eckes and Kevin Werner Hohlstein sing classic Christmas favorites and unexpected, offbeat gems in this fun evening of uplifting songs and stories. This duo has been performing their cabarets together for over a decade, and are once again bringing their nostalgic holiday show to the Dunsmore Room at Crooners!
With: José James – vocals Jahari Stampley – piano Kanoa Mendenhall – bass Otis Brown III – drums “Merry Christmas from José James” raises the bar for the contemporary Christmas show. James combines the classic jazz-crooner elegance of Frank Sinatra and Nat “King” Cole with the earthy sophistication of soul legends Stevie Wonder and Donny Hathaway. […]
Drummer Matt Wilson brings his delightful Christmas Tree-O to Berlin. Their annual sold-out engagements at the Jazz Standard (now held at Dizzy’s) have become a New York City holiday tradition. The band has featured a range of music legends as guests, including Bill Frisell, Jason Moran, Joe Lovano, Kurt Elling, Aaron Diehl, Christian McBride, Marshall […]
To appreciate the cool vibe jazz saxophonist Brandon Wozniak brings to a set, it pays to watch him stride to the bandstand. With a tall and imposing presence, Wozniak evokes the image of the great horn players in whose steps he follows. Among them would certainly be Dexter Gordon, the silky smooth master whose photo […]
The Century Jazz Ensemble, based in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, has been a staple of the local music scene since 1981. Originally founded by Dr. John Zdechlik at Century College, the ensemble is known for its outstanding musicianship and rich repertoire of classic and contemporary big band jazz. Their performances celebrate community, musical tradition, and […]
Holiday Blues Show Cornbread & Friends --- Thursday December 18 The Hook and Ladder Theater Doors 6:30pm :: Music 7:30pm :: 21+ RESERVED SEAT: $27 Box Office / $30.21 Online SRO: $22 Box-Office / $25.05 Online / $27 Door ---- BOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation. For More Information visit www.ZenArcadeTHC.com […]
December is a joyous holiday season for all. Though the best music so far has been Christmas music... NOT ANYMORE!! This show will celebrate Hanukkah music! Growing up black and Jewish, Adam Bohanan always found himself torn between two worlds. Loving his roots in both cultures, he decided to bring them together with a Hanukkah […]
An Evening of Great Holiday Classics! Join Bryan Eng and his trio as they serenade you with a sleigh full of sensational winter classics, from the heartwarming “Christmas Song” to the lively “Sleigh Ride” and enchanting “Winter Wonderland.” Experience an unforgettable evening of joyous melodies that will fill your heart with holiday cheer! Bryan Eng: […]
The holiday event Minnesotans wait for all year is back—and this time, it’s bigger, bolder, and bursting with new energy. Christmas Together with Steven C & Friends returns for its ninth year, igniting the Cathedral of Saint Paul with spell-binding artistry of local composer, pianist, and recording artist Steven C, along with the unmistakable brilliance […]
Seriously, these guys are pilots for A Major Airline during the day, and at night they turn into superstar musicians. Slow down the holiday rush and join us for a night of Hard Bop, Latin Jazz, Soulful Ballads, and Standards. Come explore some of the stories behind the music we play. It will give you […]
Hipshaker MPLS Heavy Funk & Rare Soul Dance Party Original Vinyl 45s! DJs Brian Engel, Greg Waletski, George Rodriguez --- Friday, December 19 The ZEN ARCADE Doors 8:30pm :: Music 8:30pm :: 21+ GA: $12 Box-Office / $14.23 Online / $17 Door --- BOX-OFFICE Tickets Are Available in The Zen Arcade During Hours of Operation. […]
Join Irish harpist and singer Hannah Flowers for the album launch of her new Holiday album “The Harp and the Holly.” Celebrate the warmth and hope of the Christmas season […]
Ginger Commodore & Friends present their annual holiday concert at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Saturday December 20. There are 2 shows available, 1:00pm (in the afternoon) and 7:30pm. Joining Ginger on vocals will be Ashley Commodore, Geoff Jones, Chreese Jones & Kijana Gant. Band includes Brian Ziemniak, Yonathan Becure, Brandon Commodore, Geoff LeCrone & Pete Whitman. […]
