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  • Dizzy: A New Spin on Classic Jazz

    Crooners Supper Club 6161 State Hwy 65, Fridley, MN, United States

    Dizzy brings a fresh, modern take to classic jazz, blending soulful melodies, thoughtful lyrics, and smooth grooves. Their sound is warm, engaging, and full of personality. For this performance, Dizzy […]

  • Precious Lord, Take My Hand: Gospel Music from Spirituals to Stax

    Crooners Supper Club 6161 State Hwy 65, Fridley, MN, United States

    A mix of traditional hymns, Southern gospel, blues and mountain music, intertwining story and song to chronicle the evolution of gospel music from its roots in slavery continuing up through the vocal groups of the 1960’s as it transitioned into modern R&B. Joyann Parker: Guitar, Vocals Mark Lamoine: Guitar, Vocals Chris Bates: Upright bass

    $37.89
  • Mill City String Quartet: Global Resonance at Crooners

    Crooners Supper Club 6161 State Hwy 65, Fridley, MN, United States

    Classical, Modern, Underrepresented Composers Get ready for an unforgettable night as the internationally award-winning Mill City String Quartet makes their debut at Crooners Supper Club! This dynamic performance will transport you through vibrant Spanish dance rhythms, soulful African melodies, and bold modern classical works. With a program celebrating both renowned and underrepresented composers, MCSQ brings […]

  • Alex Cuba at Dakota

    Dakota Jazz Club 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    It’s a strange thing, watching audiences sing along with Alex without speaking his native Spanish. But they do. They “la-la-la” their way from chorus to chorus, caught up in his inescapable gravitational pull. His warm, elastic vocals float above a sound essentially from everywhere. It’s an effortless mix of funk, soul, and pan-Latin textures, and no matter […]

  • Experimental Jazz on Lafond Presents: Schwartzberg / Abdelqader/ Linz

    Zion Community Commons 1697 Lafond Ave., St. Paul, United States

    Experimental Jazz on Lafond Presents: Schwartzberg / Abdelqader/ Linz Thursday, November 13, 2025, 7pm. Zion Community Commons: 1697 Lafond Ave., St. Paul. Tickets at the door - $15 / $10 students. Cash, check, Venmo, Paypal accepted. (Aaron not playing - but please check out these amazing players) This concert is not wheelchair accessible. Levi Schwartzberg […]

    $10 – $15
  • Yeti Steady w/ Matty Harris & John C.S. Keston

    BERLIN Club 204 North First Street, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Yeti Steady is the collaborative project of Eric Carranza (guitar) and Suwal Singh (tabla), often including a wide variety of guest artists/musicians. Their first appearance at Berlin on November, 13th will feature Matty Harris (saxophone) and John C.S. Keston (piano)

    $15
  • Landmark Live: Kiss the Tiger

    Landmark Center 75 W. 5th Street, St. Paul, MN, United States

    Celebrating the release of their lauded new album Infinite Love, Megan Kreidler's indie/rock band Kiss the Tiger performs as part of this year's all-female Landmark Live concert series at St. Paul's historic Landmark Center (also featuring Davina Sowers on 11/21 and Chastity Brown on 12/12). Taking place in their F.K.Weyerhaeuser Auditorium (a beautifully intimate theater […]

    $27.32
  • Lucinda Williams Tribute Featuring Carolyn Young

    The White Squirrel Bar - Saint Paul 974 West Seventh Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102

    Carolyn Young and the West 7th Band play the music of Lucinda Williams.

    Free
  • Joan Hutton Trio

    Berlin 204 1st St S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Composer/saxophonist Joan Hutton will perform a mix of originals, standards, and free jazz with guitarist Mike Wolter and bassist Dan Carpel.

    Free
  • MN Smooth Jazz Vibes Presents: An Evening with Tony Exum Jr

    Step into an unforgettable evening of smooth jazz with the legendary Tony Exum Jr. This isn’t your typical club or auditorium performance—this is an intimate, curated experience designed just for you. What to Expect: VIP Early Bird Perks: VIP upgrades includes premium seating, exclusive pre-dinner mixer with Tony, and a drink ticket. Three-Course Dinner: Enjoy […]

  • Ultimate Sinatra with Wayne Anthony

    Crooners Supper Club 6161 State Hwy 65, Fridley, MN, United States

    Wayne Anthony delivers The Chairman of the Board's most iconic hits and will put you in a swingin' state of mind!

    $49.05
  • The Tommy Barbarella Jazz Ensemble

    Capri Theater 2027 W Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    A former member of the New Power Generation, Tommy Barbarella traveled the globe as a frontman with Prince. In Sample This, he pays homage to three of his greatest influences, Joe Sample, George Duke, and Ramsey Lewis — jazz greats who brought daring and soulful interpretations to classical jazz. You’ll be swept up by Barbarella’s […]

    $30
  • Zachary Finnegan’s Timeless Quartet

    BERLIN Club 204 North First Street, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Experience the debut Minneapolis performance of Zachary Finnegan’s Timeless Quartet, which reimagines jazz standards and presents originals rooted in the jazz tradition. Expect a night of soulful melodies and heartfelt storytelling: warm, inviting, and not to be missed.

    $20
  • Jon Sullivan Band at Shaw’s

    Shaws Bar & Grill 1528 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Original Rock/Funk/Soul and music inspired by classic R&B and Soul legends.

    $10
  • Tim Sparks, Gary Raynor, Jay Epstein

    Volstead's Emporium 711 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Tim Sparks has been redefining the acoustic guitar repertoire since he won the National Fingerpicking Championship in 1993 with a ground breaking arrangement of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. Sparks continues to surprise, challenge, and thrill audiences with his diverse repertoire and stunning technique. Equally at home with Country Blues, Jazz or World Music, Sparks’ extraordinary ability […]

    Free
  • Leslie Vincent Little Black Book Album Release

    The Parkway Theater 4814 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Jazz chanteuse Leslie Vincent and her band release their latest album, Little Black Book, an intimate portrait of modern-day dating told through the lens of Leslie’s unique lyricism and the timeless styles of jazz and blues. Featuring Blake Foster (guitar), Patrick Adkins (piano), Matt McIntyre (bass), Ben Ehrlich (drums), and Mitch Van Laar (trumpet). Plus […]

    $25 – $30
  • Django Festival Allstars featuring Special Guest Veronica Swift

    Dakota 1010 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Django Reinhardt’s unmistakable cool and jumping joie de vivre have made him an icon. Many guitar luminaries cite his inspiration, including guitar greats Carlos Santana and Eric Clapton. Moreover, Jimi Hendrix named his Band of Gypsys in tribute to Reinhardt. Willie Nelson adopted his influence in playing country swing. The star musicians of the Django […]

  • Kavyesh Kaviraj & Omar Abdulkarim at Dakota

    Dakota Jazz Club 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Kavyesh Kaviraj imbues his life and stories into his music, carefully weaving his influences into a boundary-breaking modern jazz outfit. He is well-known in the Twin Cities and beyond as a […]

  • Lila Ammons with Dale Alexander, Gary Raynor, Jay Epstein

    Episcopal Homes 490 East Lynnhurst Ave., St. Paul, MN, United States

    A native of Chicago, Lila has had many musical influences from family to a myriad of musicians and from the musical styles of Mozart to Monk. And she has inherited an illustrious legacy through the gifts of her grandfather and uncle: Albert Ammons (piano) and Gene Ammons (tenor sax). ​ Ammons was previously based in […]

    Free
  • River City Jazz Orchestra

    Minnesota Music Cafe 501 Payne Ave, St Paul, MN, United States

    River City Jazz Orchestra at the Minnesota Music Cafe

  • Bernadette Spray | Jazz Concert Fundraiser for The Arc Minnesota

    7th St Entry

    Please join us for a jazz concert featuring local artist Bernadette Spray and her band of talented musicians: Billy Peterson, Dale Alexander, Ben Ehrlich, and Omar Abdulkarim. Bernadette, a gifted autistic jazz artist and recipient of a 2025 Creative Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, is generously donating all proceeds from the event […]

    $40
  • Dale Alexander, Graydon Peterson, Jay Epstein at Waterbury Restaurant

    Waterbury Restaurant 3012 Excelsior Blvd, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Dale 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. ​ ​At the age of 24, Dale Alexander had a rich and varied musical […]

    Free
  • Velvet Revolutions: Pieta Brown ft. The Open Field Ensemble

    BERLIN Club 204 North First Street, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    For the first show of her Velvet Revolutions residency at Berlin, beloved recording artist Pieta Brown offers a night of fan-favorite songs performed with an exquisite small string ensemble. Bassist Liz Draper and fiddler Sara Pajunen—who are known for their solo and collaborative works and musical prowess—move fluidly and openly between genres, as Brown’s songs […]

    $30 – $35
  • Velvet Revolutions: Pieta Brown ft. Dream #9

    With a brand-new album set to be released in early 2026, Pieta Brown and her studio band will debut new material on Berlin’s stage. Band Members: Pieta Brown - Acoustic & Electric Guitars/Piano/Vocals Mike Lewis - Bass/Sax Jeremy Ylvisaker - Electric Guitar Sean Carey - Drums/Harmony Vocals

    $30 – $35
  • Adi Yeshaya, Gary Raynor, Jay Epstein at the Hat

    The High Hat 485 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN, United States

    Over the course of a music career that is approaching its 40-year mark, Adi Yeshaya has earned international recognition as an arranger, composer and orchestrator. He has collaborated with renowned […]

  • Peter Kogan’s Monsterful Wonderband

    Peter's septet - The Monsterful Wonderband - is performing at The MetroNOME in St Paul on Thursday, November 20th from 7 to 9:15 pm. We'll be playing Peter's original compositions for the band with some choice Duke Elllington tunes as well. All are welcome in the lower level venue - Fingal's Cave - at the […]

    $10
  • Velvet Revolutions: Sylvee & The Sea

    BERLIN Club 204 North First Street, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    For the late-night finale of her Velvet Revolutions residency, Pieta Brown explores experimental ambient music, enlisting electric and slide guitars, keyboards, drums, and cinematic live visuals. For fans of improvisational sonic visuality. Brown’s Sylvee & The Sea project was born when the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis commissioned her to curate and score 60 minutes […]

    $20 – $25
  • Marvelous Quintet Plays Soul & Jazz at Crooners

    Crooners Supper Club 6161 State Hwy 65, Fridley, MN, United States

    An Evening of Soulful Jazz and Theatrical Improvisation! The improvisational spirit of Marvelous travels through his piano, voice and guitar. Steeped in soul & blues, he conveys heartfelt messages that transcend time. He is inspired by the piano stylings of New Orleans, the rhythms of Russian dances and the written word of fairy tales. Marvelous: […]

  • Dean Magraw, Steve Pikal, Jay Epstein at the Hat!

    The High Hat 485 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN, United States

    “Dean Magraw…molten clarity... so liquid, lyrical and effortless it’s like listening to a dancer.” -Steve Tibbetts Inspired by decades of performing and recording with a cornucopia of heroic Artists, Dean Magraw’s poetic musical dynamism mines the depths of passionate healing melody stirring up textures of the unusual and the familiar as the music weaves the […]

  • Execs Big Band 60th Anniversary Dance

    Big band music featuring vocalist Avri Black and dancing with free dance instruction by Dr. Joey Ray. Dance instruction starts at 6 PM. Music starts at 7 PM.

    $10
  • BZ3 Organ Trio

    Celebrate the release of BZ3's new single 'Little Birdie'with a live show at Berlin in Minneapolis' North Loop. Brian Ziemniak - Hammond B3 David Feily - guitar Kevin Washington - drums

  • Patty Peterson and Friends 2.0

    Crooners Supper Club 6161 State Hwy 65, Fridley, MN, United States

    A great night of jazz, funk and r&b!

    $37.89
  • Hot Club Mania

    Padraigs Brewing 945 Broadway St NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    A spontaneous, vivid performance by some of Minnesota’s most stellar gypsy-jazz artists played in the Django Reinhardt French swing tradition of the 1930’s. Hot Club Mania features an exceptional stylistic dimension with prodigious improvisation – a group not to be missed. The ensemble includes the unmistakable mastery of jazz violinist Gary Schulte, plus the diverse […]

    Free
  • Cole Davis: Consider It! at Berlin

    BERLIN Club 204 North First Street, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Renowned NYC-based upright bass player Cole Davis makes his Minneapolis headline debut following the release of his album "Consider It!" on Minneapolis-based label Totally Gross National Product. Davis’s virtuosic playing and expertly crafted songs will be exhibited by collaborators and guests across two unique sets of music. A compelling confluence of jazz, indie, pop, and […]

    $20