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SUMMARY:Guitarist Joe Nicola\, and The Get-Up Mondays perform at the White Squirrel (Saint Paul)
DESCRIPTION:Fingerstyle Guitarist Joe Nicola performs Sunday\, July 5th at the White Squirrel in Saint Paul. \n1-2:30pm Joe Nicola \nJoe Nicola is a virtuoso fingerstyle guitarist whose expressive technique and emotive playing have captivated audiences across the globe. With a musical career spanning over two decades\, Joe has honed a distinctive sound that blends intricate fingerpicking\, melodic inventiveness\, and a deep connection to his musical roots. Often compared to the playing of Leo Kottke\, Leon Redbone\, and Tommy Emmanuel\, Nicola’s instrumental vinyl album\, “Guitar Music” has been praised by fans and critics alike. \n2:30-4pm The Get-Up Mondays \nThe Saint Paul based The Get-Up Mondays mixes Petty-esque melodies with sing-along lyrics and a banjo
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/guitarist-joe-nicola-and-the-get-up-mondays-perform-at-the-white-squirrel-saint-paul/
LOCATION:The White Squirrel Bar – Saint Paul\, 974 West Seventh Street\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota 55102
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SUMMARY:Wall of Crunch! 2 Shows!
DESCRIPTION:They’re baaaaaack! Those crazy kids from Roseville are storming into Fingal’s Cave AGAIN! If they weren’t great we wouldn’t have them!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/wall-of-crunch-2-shows/2026-07-05/1/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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SUMMARY:Natania & Ticket To Brasil
DESCRIPTION:Natania Kamin is a charismatic vocalist\, songwriter and dancer who is passionate about sharing the music of her native Brazil with American audiences.\nTicket To Brasil is a bossa nova\, samba and Brazilian jazz project founded by contemporary jazz guitarist and composer Pavel Jany. The group has performed at many national and international jazz events and has opened for such renowned artists as Trio Brasileiro\, Brazilian singer Cibelle and American jazz vocalist Karrin Allyson.\nNatania Kamin\, vocals\nPavel Jany\, guitar\nJohn Croarkin\, sax/flute/harmonica\nTed Godbout\, piano\nAnibal Soares\, bass\nJosue Alfaro\, drums/vocal
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/natania-ticket-to-brasil-2/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park\, New Hope\, July 8: Swingin'  On A Star with Sue Orfield
DESCRIPTION:SWINGIN’ ON A STAR and guest saxophonist SUE ORFIELD will be giving a free open air concert\nWEDNESDAY\, JULY 8\, 7:00 – 8:30 at the\nNEW HOPE PERFORMANCE CENTER in Civic Center Park\, 4401 Xylon Avenue\, New Hope\, MN\,\nSue brings to the stage a powerful presence and joy of all things musical. She has played with many musical greats over the years\, including Bo Diddley\, Bobby McFerrin\, The Indigo Girls\, Ann Wilson (Heart)\, Dizzy Gillespie\, Ivan Neville\, Jo Dee Messina\, and more!\nBring a chair or blanket. There will be a food truck on site.\nFeel the joyful jazz of America’s Swing era!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/jazz-in-the-park-new-hope-july-8-swingin-on-a-star-with-sue-orfield/
LOCATION:NEW HOPE PERFORMANCE CENTER in Civic Center Park\, 4401 Xylon Avenue\, New Hope\, MN\,
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Hanson":MAILTO:peterhanson02@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:The Sunset Series: Hot Club Mania Free Music in Downtown Hopkins
DESCRIPTION:From local favorites to emerging new talent\, the Sunset Series is a showcase for great talent from all genres. \nJoin us Thursday evenings\, mid-June though mid-August at 7pm in Downtown Park\, 40 Ninth Avenue S\, Hopkins. Bring a chair and some friends! \nIf there’s rain\, we’ll announce we’re moving indoors by 3pm day of concert. \nA 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. \nThe ensemble includes the unmistakable mastery of jazz violinist Gary Schulte\, plus the diverse guitar styling of Glen Helgeson\, and tasty\, refined bass work by acoustic bassist Steve Pikal and accomplished jazz drummer Jay Epstein \nHot Club Mania is the creation of longtime bandleader and guitar stylist Glen Helgeson\, who is known for pulling together the stars of the Minnesota music scene. Helgeson is an ambassador in the jazz tradition\, bringing diverse world music styles to people\, educating them in these traditions\, and manifesting an unusual ability to write in those genres.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/the-sunset-series-hot-club-mania-free-music-in-downtown-hopkins/
LOCATION:MN
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SUMMARY:BZ3 Organ Trio - ALBUM Release
DESCRIPTION:Minneapolis-based funk-soul-jazz powerhouse BZ3 Organ Trio is thrilled to announce the release of their highly anticipated second album\, Note Salad. Here\, the album features the synergistic talents of organist Brian Ziemniak\, guitarist David Feily\, and drummer Kevin Washington. Furthermore\, the new record serves up a masterful blend of deep-pocket grooves\, complex progressive-rock-tinged arrangements\, and explosive jazz improvisation. \nThe album features Dr. Mambo’s Combo legendary vocalist Margaret Cox. There\, she joins the band for an explosive run through of Aretha Franklin’s “Baby I Love You”. Additionally\, Mint Condition’s Stokley Williams adds steel drum and percussion to the simmering groove of their original “Magic Carpet”. \nBZ3 will be joined by acclaimed vocalists Julius Collins\, Fred Steele\, Tina Schlieske and Deb Brown for this very special performance celebrating the release of the sophmore album!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/bz3-organ-trio-album-release/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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SUMMARY:An Evening In NOLA
DESCRIPTION:The Jazz Savvy Trio welcomes vocalist Charmin Michelle and clarinetist Doug Haining for an evening of favorite traditional New Orleans style jazz tunes. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/an-evening-in-nola/
LOCATION:House of Hope Presbyterian Church –   797 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN 55105\, 797 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Hope Arts Center":MAILTO:madelinec@hohchurch.org
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SUMMARY:Spencer Becker Guitar Band Album Release Show – The 3rd Street Tales
DESCRIPTION:Spencer Becker Guitar Band is an ensemble with two guitarists\, a rhythm section\, and a love of music and comradery. This “Jam Band-Meets-Jazz Fusion” group\, led by Bassist and Guitarist Spencer Becker\, was born as a vehicle to play and record original compositions and arrangements played by dear and like-minded friends. Come join them for their debut performance and release of their debut album “The 3rd Street Tales”. \nJackson Peters: Guitar \nLouie Schurre: Guitar \nSpencer Becker: Upright & Electric Bass
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/spencer-becker-guitar-band-album-release-show-the-3rd-street-tales/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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SUMMARY:Robb Henry\, Matt Senjem\, Jay Epstein
DESCRIPTION:After a year and a half break in live performances from March 2020 through July 2021 due to the pandemic\, Parisota Hot Club and the Robb Henry Trio are back to work once again. See the dates page for upcoming 2022 performances. \nAlthough best known for his recent work with Parisota Hot Club\, a band he formed in 2001 to explore the music and jazz guitar stylings of French guitarist Django Reinhardt\, Robb’s musical background includes a diverse range of experience. \nRobb’s guitar playing odyssey began in the autumn of 1966 at the age of thirteen when he joined up with the Surfers\, an established teenage rock band from the Hopkins/Minnetonka area. The popular group played many teen dances in the western suburbs of Minneapolis\, recorded a self-produced 45\, and appeared on local KMSP 9 television show “Organ Notes” in late 1966 before dissolving in early 1968. \nLater in the summer of that year\, he fell in with a group of young blues fanatics through a new acquaintance\, singer and blues harp player Reg Clow. This group eventually hooked up with blues singer and harp player Mojo Buford in the winter of 1968-69 and played with him through the summer of 1970. This experience with Mojo\, a Chicago style blues artist and close associate of the legendary Muddy Waters\, proved to be a major influence in Robb’s solo guitar work. Mojo served as a mentor to many young blues players during his time in the Twin Cities. \nIn early 1971 Robb was brought into the Top Forty danceband Brave New World by his old Surfers bandmate Bob Fisher. Worked lounges\, nightclubs\, and bars throughout the 1970’s with groups including Brave New World\, Walter Mitty\, The Philadelphia Story soul review at the Flame Bar\, Inside Straight and Sweet Thing. Gigged at the Longhorn bar with Fingerprints and recorded on Twin/Tone Records. Relocated to Chicago ’79-’84\, worked with songwriter Jessie Roe\, country singer Kent Rose\, legendary new wave singer Jim Desmond\, R&B funk group Frankie Hill and Metropol\, and back to the blues with Big Daddy Kinsey and the Kinsey Report from Gary\, Indiana. \nRelocated back to Minneapolis at the end of 1984\, recorded and played gigs with Tom Bright. Briefly fronted a blues-rock trio called World Wide Hoodoo. Played jazz and pop in the ’90’s with corporate and wedding bands\, did blues gigs and recorded with Cooker John band\, explored new styles and material in solo guitar coffeehouse gigs from 1994 through 2002\, also began teaching private guitar lessons on a regular basis in early 1995 ….met French expatriate and violinist Raphaël Fraisse in 2001 and voila! Parisota Hot Club \nNotable groups: The Surfers ’66-’67… Mojo Buford ’69-’70… Brave New World ’71-’72… Walter Mitty ’73…Philadelphia Story ’75… Inside Straight and Sweet Thing 1976-1977\, Fingerprints ’77-’78… Kent Rose 1980…Desmond ’81… Metropol ’83-’84…Big Daddy Kinsey and the Kinsey Report ’84…Tom Bright 1986-’91… World Wide Hoodoo 1986-’88… Parisota Hot Club 2001 to present… Robb Henry Trio early 2010 to present \nSome memorable performances: “Organ Notes” November 1966 KMSP 9 TV appearance with the Surfers… B.B. King show at the Depot in Minneapolis 1970 with Mojo Buford…opening for U2 at Park West in Chicago 1981 with Desmond….playing Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis with Parisota Hot Club 2005 \nSince early 2010\, he has also been performing a distinctive blend of instrumental music with his self-titled guitar\, bass and drums trio. \nLive sets by this combo are a melting pot of styles steeped in blues\, jazz and ’60’s pop music. Retro noire style movie themes\, à la Henry Mancini and others\, selections by Django Reinhardt\, Jimi Hendrix and the Beatles are standard set features.Familiar melodies\, unexpected excursions\, and sonic surprises reminiscent of vintage psychedelic Brit-Rock\, make for a fluid\, musical landscape.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/robb-henry-matt-senjem-jay-epstein-4/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:Volstead’s Emporium\, 711 W Lake St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Salsa Fiesta - Two Spectacular Nights!
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Minnesota Salsa Fiesta expands its stellar celebration to TWO incredible nights on July 10–11 at iconic settings in Minneapolis. \nOn Friday\, July 10 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. the party kicks off at Granada Theater (3022 Hennepin Ave S.) with live bands\, an open dance floor\, showcase dance performances and a DJ after-party. \nOn Saturday\, July 11 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Mill City Museum’s historic outdoor Courtyard Ruins (704 S. 2nd St.)\, the fiesta continues with a cultural extravaganza including a 20-piece salsa band featuring guest artists from Chicago and Miami\, free dance lessons\, Latino food\, visual art\, artisan crafts\, cocktails/mocktails and a late-night after-party DJ indoors with a blend of salsa\, merengue\, bachata\, timba\, and cumbia.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/minnesota-salsa-fiesta-two-spectacular-nights/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Mill City Museum Courtyard\, 704 S. 2nd Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T173000
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SUMMARY:Ray Barnard & The Dudes - Doin It at The Dub
DESCRIPTION:Original Roots\, Soul\, and Soul-Jazz \nWith: Dan Carpel\, Blair Krivanek\, and Adam Nussbaum \nWe might could be playing more Soul Jazz at this show with Dan & Adam doing the rhythm do. \nI might even badger Dan into playing upright on this gig
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ray-barnard-the-dudes-doin-it-at-the-dub-5/
LOCATION:The Dubliner Pub\, 2162 University Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mumblin' Drew's Oldfangled Orchestrators
DESCRIPTION:Mumblin’ Drew’s Oldfangled Orchestrators (MOO) is a 5-piece old-time string band combo from the Twin Cities\, MN. From driving fiddle songs\, to waltzing clarinet and sax harmonies\, they reanimate the music of the early 20th century – weaving together the fringes of ragtime\, tin pan alley\, and trad jazz. MOO plays every 2nd Monday at the White Squirrel Bar in St. Paul.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mumblin-drews-oldfangled-orchestrators-2nd-mondays-at-the-white-squirrel/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:The White Squirrel Bar – Saint Paul\, 974 West Seventh Street\, Saint Paul\, Minnesota 55102
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T130000
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SUMMARY:Take Your Time Quartet plays afternoon jazz at Showtime Studio and Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Take Your Time Quartet performs straight-ahead jazz rooted in swing\, bebop\, and the Great American Songbook. Featuring saxophone\, guitar\, bass\, and drums\, the group brings an intimate small-combo sound shaped by melodic interplay\, relaxed swing\, and conversational improvisation. \nJoin us every third Thursday from 1:00pm–2:30pm at Showtime Studio and Coffee in Roseville\, Minnesota. \nFree admission. Coffee and mocktails available for purchase.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/take-your-time-quartet-plays-afternoon-jazz-at-showtime-studio-and-coffee-3/
LOCATION:Showtime Studio and Coffee\, 2700 Lexington Ave N\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T203000
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SUMMARY:The Sunset Series: International Reggae All-Stars in Downtown Hopkins
DESCRIPTION:From local favorites to emerging new talent\, the Sunset Series is a showcase for great talent from all genres. \nJoin us Thursday evenings\, mid-June though mid-August at 7pm in Downtown Park\, 40 Ninth Avenue S\, Hopkins. Bring a chair and some friends! \nIf there’s rain\, we’ll announce we’re moving indoors by 3pm day of concert.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/the-sunset-series-international-reggae-all-stars-in-downtown-hopkins/
LOCATION:MN
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T210000
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SUMMARY:La Dolce Vita Jazz
DESCRIPTION:La Dolce Vita Jazz will be playing both standards and original songs. All are welcome!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/la-dolce-vita-jazz-2/
LOCATION:Moxy (Uptown location)\, 1121 West Lake Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55408
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T193000
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SUMMARY:Let Me Off Uptown: The Music of Anita O’Day
DESCRIPTION:Step into the world of one of jazz’s most daring and influential vocalists as Let Me Off Uptown: The Music of Anita O’Day celebrates the music and artistry of Anita O’Day. Featuring acclaimed vocalist Jen Burleigh-Bentz alongside the 17-piece Star of the North Jazz Orchestra\, this unforgettable concert brings O’Day’s signature blend of swing\, wit\, sophistication\, and rhythmic brilliance back to life. From hard-swinging classics and bebop-inspired favorites to intimate ballads and playful standards\, audiences will experience the energy\, innovation\, and unmistakable style that made Anita O’Day one of the most distinctive voices in jazz history. Whether you’re a lifelong jazz enthusiast or discovering her music for the first time\, this vibrant tribute promises an evening of timeless songs\, world-class musicianship\, and irresistible swing.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/let-me-off-uptown-the-music-of-anita-oday/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Global Jazz Collegium at Alexis Bailly Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:An afternoon of great and energetic music by Chick Corea\, Carlos Santana\, Pat Metheny and other jazz/fusion legends from around the world\, plus original material by members of Global Jazz Collegium.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/global-jazz-collegium-at-alexis-bailly-vineyard/
LOCATION:Alexis Bailly Vineyard\, 18200 Kirby Ave S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55033\, United States
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SUMMARY:Big Woods Brass - Anoka 7/19
DESCRIPTION:Have you heard? The sounds of the Big Woods Brass Band? Our next performance is coming up\, hope to see you there!\n🕚 Sunday\, July 19 at 6PM\n📍George Green Park: 1498 S 6th Ave\, Anoka\, MN
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/big-woods-brass-anoka-7-19/
LOCATION:MN
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T193000
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SUMMARY:Let Me Off Uptown: the Music of Anita O’day
DESCRIPTION:Step into the world of one of jazz’s most daring and influential vocalists as Let Me Off Uptown: The Music of Anita O’Day celebrates the music and artistry of Anita O’Day. Featuring acclaimed vocalist Jen Burleigh-Bentz alongside the 17-piece Star of the North Jazz Orchestra\, this unforgettable concert brings O’Day’s signature blend of swing\, wit\, sophistication\, and rhythmic brilliance back to life. From hard-swinging classics and bebop-inspired favorites to intimate ballads and playful standards\, audiences will experience the energy\, innovation\, and unmistakable style that made Anita O’Day one of the most distinctive voices in jazz history. Whether you’re a lifelong jazz enthusiast or discovering her music for the first time\, this vibrant tribute promises an evening of timeless songs\, world-class musicianship\, and irresistible swing. \nJULY 19 at CROONERS\n6:00 – 7:30\n(Open for table service at 4:45)
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/let-me-off-uptown-the-music-of-anita-oday-2/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T203000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Dan Navarro & Andrew Crowley
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Metronome Brewery for a night of music\, stories\, and a touch of swing.\nFeaturing their “Folk Sinatra” set — Dan Navarro sings Sinatra\, Andrew Crowley on piano.\nWarm lights\, cold beer\, and timeless tunes — Sunday\, July 19 @ 6:30 PM
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/an-evening-with-dan-navarro-andrew-crowley/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T200000
DTSTAMP:20260706T163817Z
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SUMMARY:Aquatennial Celebration: Malamanya LIVE
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a high-energy Latin Dance Party on Monday\, July 20th!\nMinneapolis’ premier Afro-Caribbean band\, Malamanya\, takes the stage from 6 PM to 8 PM\, with DJ Salsa Brava spinning between sets.\nArrive early at 5 PM for a free gallery happy hour featuring a cash bar and a sneak peek of the new STORIES OF CONNECTION art exhibit. \nWhen: Monday\, July 20th | 5 PM Gallery | 6 PM Concert\nTickets: $10 in advance / $20 at the door\nWhere: The Capri\, 2027 W. Broadway\, Minneapolis
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/aquatennial-celebration-malamanya-live/
LOCATION:Capri Theater\, 2027 W Broadway Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T203000
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SUMMARY:Tom McDermott Concert
DESCRIPTION:New Orleans piano legend Tom McDermott comes to Judson Church for a bespoke evening – live film accompaniment\, convert and conversation. The concert is free\, but donations will be accepted. All donations will go to mutual aid for The Legal Rights Center in Minneapolis.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/tom-mcdermott-concert/
LOCATION:Judson Memorial Baptist Church\, 4101 Harriet Ave South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T210000
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SUMMARY:Take That Back
DESCRIPTION:Take That Back started as the meeting-of-the-minds of two veteran musicians\, Joan Hutton and Sue Orfield. Drawn together by a passion for original music\, both bandleaders are composers and improvisers\, each with her own unique musical voice. Joan Hutton plays bass clarinet and alto sax and Sue Orfield plays the tenor sax. They joined creative forces with an incredible rhythm section of some of the Twin Cities’ top players–Ted Godbout (piano)\, Kameron Markworth (bass)\, and David Schmalenberger (drums)–and together they have released two albums of original music on Shifting Paradigm Records: Take That Back (2022) and Splash (2024).
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/take-that-back-2/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T220000
DTSTAMP:20260713T141745Z
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SUMMARY:BZ3 Organ Trio - Indeed Brewing
DESCRIPTION:The Beeryard at Indeed Brewing will be filled with the sweet sounds of live jazz this summer – Off The Dock\, the free summer concert series.. Tuesdays throughout the summer\, local top-talent performers and their freinds will be gracing the “stage” (it’s actually a loading dock) and setting the tone on your favorite northeast patio. Check out BZ3 Tuesday 7/21!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/bz3-organ-trio-indeed-brewing/
LOCATION:indeed brewing\, Minneapolis
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SUMMARY:Michael Gold Jazz Quartet At The Dunsmore Room at Crooners; compositions of the great tenor sax players: Rollins\, Rivers\, Shorter\, Foster\, Henderson and more
DESCRIPTION:Bassist Michael Gold has performed with artists such as: Larry Coryell\, Warne Marsh\, Lee Konitz\, Sheila Jordan\, Tal Farlow\, Patty Peterson\, and many others. \nPianist Dale Alexander credits include George Benson\, Harry ‘Sweets’ Edison\, Billy Eckstine\, Herb Ellis\, Jimmy Smith\, Diane Reeves\, Billy Taylor and many others. \nNathan Norman\, the consummate drummer of nuance and feeling\, rounds out the rhythm section. He’s performed with just about everyone of note including the late\, great vocalist Debbie Duncan\, Connie Evingson\, Joyce Lyons\, Thomasina Petrus\, Charmin Michelle\, Dennis Spears just to name a few. \nLong time Twin Cities saxophonist\, Brad Holdens deeply influenced by the improvisation of Lee Konitz and Warne Marsh. “I relish all of my playing experiences\, particularly those with whom I’ve developed a long-term\, close friendship and musical affinity.” \nThat pretty much sums up what’s happening in this quartet.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/michael-gold-jazz-quartet-at-the-dunsmore-room-at-crooners-compositions-of-the-great-tenor-sax-players-rollins-rivers-shorter-foster-henderson-and-more/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T203000
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SUMMARY:The Sunset Series: The Montvales Play Outdoors in Downtown Hopkins
DESCRIPTION:From local favorites to emerging new talent\, the Sunset Series is a showcase for great talent from all genres. \nJoin us Thursday evenings\, mid-June though mid-August at 7pm in Downtown Park\, 40 Ninth Avenue S\, Hopkins. Bring a chair and some friends! \nIf there’s rain\, we’ll announce we’re moving indoors by 3pm day of concert. \nConceived under eclipsed skies\, Path of Totality\, the new album from The Montvales\, unites the vast American diaspora into one collective and cosmic tapestry.\nInspired by the long tradition of radical country and folk artists\, longtime friends Sally Buice and Molly Rochelson use their passion for literature and storytelling to craft\nan album that reckons with the current global fever pitch. The album’s 12 introspective\, thematically and sonically layered tracks chart a transformative pilgrimage through an\ninextricably connected world. A woman desperate to save her community from a gas pipeline in “Plains of Ohio\,” a devout grandmother traveling across the world to Yugoslavia in\nsearch of the Virgin Mary in “Our Lady\,” and a trouble-making Bible College misfit in “Loud and Clear” are just a few of the archetypes listeners meet. The Cincinnati-based duo\ncut their teeth as teens busking on Market Square in Knoxville\, TN. Produced by Eli LoPinto (Chris Stapleton)\, the duo opted for a bigger sound and the result is a bonafide\,\nleft-of-center indie country record. Path of Totality does not shy away from the weight of political strife and catastrophe\, opting instead to boldly confront it\, bringing to\nbear the power to unite us all.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/the-sunset-series-the-montvales-play-outdoors-in-downtown-hopkins/
LOCATION:MN
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SUMMARY:Scott Keever & Joe Cruz at Aster Cafe
DESCRIPTION:This is a debut collaboration between Scott Keever & Joe Cruz. \nJoe Cruz is a mainstay of the Twin Cities music and theater scene for over four decades\, effortlessly transitioning between various musical styles\, demonstrating his remarkable versatility. From strumming an acoustic guitar to shredding on an electric guitar\, picking bluegrass mandolin\, and playing Cuban tres and Puerto Rican cuatro\, Joe’s musical prowess is truly exceptional. \nScott Keever is an award-winning fingerstyle guitarist and performer from Minneapolis\, MN who brings a fresh sound to the instrument\, combining American roots with styles as far ranging as Celtic\, Balkan and jazz. Whether they’re performing their own exceptional originals or a wide variety of cover tunes\, their performances are always fun and always captivating.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/scott-keever-joe-cruz-at-aster-cafe/
LOCATION:Aster Cafe\, 125 Main St SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260724T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260724T184500
DTSTAMP:20260716T182234Z
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SUMMARY:Mary Louise Knutson Trio
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Orchestra’s “Sounds + Bites” series presents the Mary Louise Knutson Trio in the Target Atrium. This performance is free with your ticket to the main concert –  John Williams’ Greatest Scores. Come by early to hear the trio\, play park games\, and enjoy an $8 Happy Hour and food from local vendors inside Orchestra Hall.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mary-louise-knutson-trio-2/
LOCATION:Target Atrium at Orchestra Hall\, 1111 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260724T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T152757Z
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SUMMARY:Twin Cities DJANGOFEST !
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Hot Club of Minnesota\, Twin Cities Hot Club\, Hot Club Mania\, Parisota Hot Club\, The Red Hot Django Peppers\, Clearwater Hot Club\, Reynold Trio\, Ryan Picone Quartet featuring Patrick Harison and Sam Skavnak\nPlus a special string section performance by Gary Schulte\, Tessa Nichols – Meade\, Daniel Lentz and Alissa Jacobsen\n—\nThe Twin Cities Djangofest is an event that brings together all the various legendary Django Reinhardt style musicians in the Twin Cities to one stage.\n—\nThis festival will showcase local legends and artists such as\, Gary Schulte\, Ryan Picone\, Sam Miltich\, Rob Henry\, Robert Bell\, Glen Helgeson\, Reynold Philipsek\, Daniel Lentz\, Matthew Miltich\, Clint Hoover\, Alissa Jacobsen\, Matt Blake\, Sam Skavnak\, Stan Ponkin\, Ian Stenlund\, Patrick Harison\, Matt Peterson\, Tessa Nichols – Meade\, Steve Pikal\, Jay Epstein\, Sean Roderick and Matt Senjem.\nCome celebrate with the talent in our own community\, and come hear the music of the legendary guitarist\, Django Reinhardt from the Twin Cities best.\n—\nRyan Picone Quartet featuring Patrick Harison and Sam Skavnak\nThe Ryan Picone Quartet has become a creative force in the Twin Cities’ jazz scene\, blending a deep Hot Club Jazz tradition with a modern\, global sensibility. A devoted acolyte of the celebrated guitarist Stéphane Wrembel\, Ryan’s music is rooted in the spirit of Django Reinhardt\, yet the quartet often ventures into other old world and new world musical landscapes.\n—\nPatrick Harison is a young American button accordionist adept in a wide variety of settings and genres. He currently resides in Minneapolis\, MN performing in a diverse array of projects including Patty and The Buttons\, Eisner’s Klezmorim\, Rogue Tango and many others. Patrick is also active as an orchestral soloist playing both classical and pops programs with top orchestras across the United States under the baton of luminaries such as Doc Severinsen and Sarah Hicks. When not performing\, he is an in demand composer\, session musician\, educator and arranger.\n—\nSam Skavnak is a Twin Cities based multi-instrumentalist specializing in reed instruments and all manner of pre-1950s music\, especially that of New Orleans and Chicago. He was fortunate enough to have learned a great deal of the craft from local jazz historian and clarinetist Tony Balluff as well as soprano saxophonist Henry Blackburn and founding Hall Brothers Jazz band member Charlie Devore. Sam plays with a wide variety of groups all over town – Mumblin’ Drew’s Oldfangled Orchestraters (MOO)\, the St. Peter Street Stompers\, and the Monday Club\,not to mention the odd appearance with the Mill City Hot Club\, Debbie Briggs Vintage Jazz and the Southside Aces.\n—\nReynold Trio\nReynold D. Philipsek has been a professional musician since he was fourteen years old. He has appeared on nearly fifty recordings either under his own name or in support of other artists. His work as a jazz guitarist has been favorably reviewed in Guitar Player Magazine\, Acoustic Guitar Magazine\, Vintage Guitar\, Billboard and Down Beat.\nClint Hoover – One of a select group of musicians to have mastered both the chromatic and diatonic harmonica\, Clint began playing the harp after seeing Muddy Waters perform in his hometown of Minneapolis.\nMatt Senjem is a professional bassist based in Minneapolis with over 25 years of performance experience.\n—\nClearwater Hot Club\nThe Clearwater Hot Club is a dedicated to preserving the repertoire and instrumentation of the Jazz Manouche style pioneered by Roma jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. Much of the repertoire played in this group are songs either performed or written by Django Reinhardt\, though other styles of music such as French Musette\, Brazilian choro\, and Eastern European folk music are interpreted through the musical lens and technique of the Jazz Manouche style. In recent years Sam Miltich has written original works of music in the jazz manouche style\, giving credence to the roots and traditions of the music while bringing a fresh new voice to it.\n—\nThe Red Hot Django Peppers\nThe Red Hot Django Peppers are a fiery Twin Cities–based Hot Club band keeping the spirit of Django Reinhardt alive while adding their own spark to the tradition. Led by guitarist Ryan Picone—an acolyte of world-renowned guitarist Stéphane Wrembel—the group features the dynamic interplay of guitarist Ian Stenlund\, the soaring violin of Daniel Lentz\, and the driving pulse of bassist Sean Roderick. Together\, they create a sound that’s at once timeless and fresh\, blending dazzling virtuosity with irresistible swing.\n—\nGypsy Swing Fest.\nThe band will celebrate another milestone with the release of their debut studio album on January 17th\, 2025 at Crooners Supper Club\, marking an exciting new chapter in their musical journey.\n—\nParisota Hot Club\nFormed in 2001… Original intention in getting together to explore the music of Django Reinhardt… First official date as Parisota Hot Club at Brasserie Zinc in Minneapolis Feb. 7 2002… At this time\, it was the first Hot Club of the 2000’s devoted to the jazz stylings of\nReinhardt and violinist Stephan Grappelli to appear on the Mpls./St. Paul music scene. It has since become the longest running Hot Club locally in the Twin Cities.\n—\nHot Club Mania\nHot Club Mania Quartet\, a Twin Cities-based swing jazz band\, performs a timeless jazz tradition commonly known as Gypsy Jazz\, a blend of traditional Roma music and swing jazz. Originating in Paris in the early 1930s\, the ‘Hot Club’ jazz tradition brings back happy memories of the swing jazz era\, and for all an opportunity to nod\, tap\, or hit the dance floor. Their music keeps audience members on the edge (or out) of their chairs with the band’s formidable improvisational prowess\, and exceptional stylistic dimension.\nA group not to be missed!\n—\nTwin Cities Hot Club\nThe Twin Cities Hot Club (TCHC) represents Minnesota in the burgeoning revival of gypsy jazz originally popularized by Django Reinhardt\, Stephane Grappelli and the Hot Club of France. They recreate not only the famous la pompe that distinguishes this romantic brand of acoustic jazz but also gypsy bossanova\, musette\, bolero\, and swing. TCHC perform this timeless deep-rooted music that is physical\, alive and speaks directly to the heart.\n—\nHot Club of Minnesota\nThe Hot Club of Minnesota brings together Gary Schulte\, Ryan Picone\, Sam Miltich\, Rob Henry\, Robert Bell\, Glen Helgeson\, Reynold Philipsek\, Daniel Lentz\, Matthew Miltich\, Clint Hoover\, Alissa Jacobsen\, Matt Blake\, Sam Skavnak\, Stan Ponkin\, Ian Stenlund\, Patrick Harison\, Matt Peterson\, Tessa Nichols – Meade\, Steve Pikal\, Jay Epstein\, Sean Roderick and Matt Senjem for an orchestral experience of the music of Django Reinhardt.\n—\nGary Schulte – Special String Section Arrangement with all festival Violinist – Tessa Nichols – Meade\, Daniel Lentz and Alissa Jacobsen.\nGary Schulte is a violinist and performance composer to whom Stephane Grappelli gave his most sincere blessing. A veteran of “A Prairie Home Companion”\, he has done everything from classical improvisation with harpsichord master Layton James to the avante garde with David Byrne. Sought after as a jazz violinist\, he has gigged with some of the greatest artists of the Gypsy Jazz genre\, including guitarist legend Dorado Schmitt. He is also known for his work in the Black Gospel tradition\, and for his unaccompanied solo violin performances in which he takes a story or image and creates a spontaneous composition in front of a live audience.\n—\nThis year’s schedule:\n5:00pm Doors\n6:00pm Ryan Picone Quartet featuring Patrick Harison and Sam Skavnak\n6:40pm Reynold Trio\n7:20pm Clearwater Hot Club\n8:00pm The Red Hot Django Peppers\n8:40pm Parisota Hot Club\n9:20pm Hot Club Mania\n10:00pm Twin Cities Hot Club\n10:40pm Special string section performance by Gary Schulte\, Tessa Nichols – Meade\, Daniel Lentz and Alissa Jacobsen\n11:00pm Hot Club of Minnesota
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/twin-cities-djangofest/
LOCATION:Hook & Ladder\, 3010 Minnehaha Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
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SUMMARY:Northside Jazz & Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:The First Northside Jazz & Heritage Festival is coming to the Mississippi Riverfront!  \nJoin us Sunday\, July 26\, from 11 AM to 7:30 PM at West Broadway and West River Parkway in North Minneapolis for a free outdoor celebration of jazz\, soul\, culture\, food\, vendors\, family\, and community. \nFeaturing Jamecia Bennett\, The Omar Abdulkarim Quartet\, Walter Chancellor\, Ashley DuBose\, Kevin Washington & RA Spirit\, Wenso Ashby\, Monique Blakey\, Jay Most & The Command Steppers\, and more. \nBring your blankets\, lawn chairs\, sunglasses\, and your people. Come spend the day with us on the riverfront. \nFree and open to the public. \nNorthsideJazzFestival.com
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/northside-jazz-heritage-festivel/
LOCATION:West Broadway Ave & West River Parkway\, Minneapolis
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