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SUMMARY:Riley Mulherkar at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Trumpeter Riley Mulherkar returns to Berlin to share work from his singular\, sophisticated debut album\, Riley. Cellist Rebecca Merblum opens the show. \nBand Members:\nRiley Mulherkar – Trumpet\nChris Pattishall – Piano/Sound Design\nBarry Stephenson – Upright Bass\nJason Burger – Drums \n⊹ \nRiley Mulherkar is a founding member of the Westerlies and has played with everyone from Kenny Barron and Dee Dee Bridgewater to Anna Deavere Smith and Alan Cumming. In 2020\, he received Lincoln Center’s prestigious Emerging Artist Award for his work as “an original bandleader\, composer\, arranger\, educator\, community activist and advocate for jazz and the arts.” \nMulherkar’s album Riley was hailed by DownBeat as “über hip\, modern yet timeless…one of the best debut records to come out in a long\, long time.” Riley is the sonically modern setting for Mulherkar’s vulnerable\, melodious interpretation of the rich tradition with sound design shaped by producers Rafiq Bhatia and Chris Pattishall. Enveloping Mulherkar within a series of textured\, intricately-crafted spaces\, Bhatia and Pattishall train a cinematographer’s lens on the continuum of great old songs\, as well as new Mulherkar pieces\, which fit right into a radically bold audio framework for the emotional pronouncements of Mulherkar’s horn. \nMulherkar is an Edwards Artist and performs on Edwards trumpets. \n⊹ \nRebecca Merblum is a cellist dedicated to chamber music in its many forms. She performs frequently as a guest with the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra and serves as the co-artistic director of the Kenya International Chamber Music Festival. She is a 2022/23 McKnight Fellowship grant recipient\, a former MacPhail Center Artist-in-Residence in association with the Global Music Initiative\, and a guest lecturer at the Longy School for Music in Alternative Spaces. She is widely recognized for her initiatives including “Cello Conversations” at the Weisman Museum (part of a Target Center residency)\, “Your Dance” with Springboard for the Arts\, and the chamber music series Sound Dialogue with Fueled Collective.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/riley-mulherkar-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fred Hersch Trio at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:Fred Hersch belongs to jazz’s piano pantheon. He has been an influential creative force for decades as an improviser\, composer\, educator\, bandleader\, collaborator\, and recording artist. Here\, he has been proclaimed “the most arrestingly innovative pianist in jazz over the last decade” by Vanity Fair. Also\, he is hailed as “a living legend” by The New Yorker. A seventeen-time Grammy nominee\, Hersch has garnered jazz’s most prestigious awards. Here\, these include a Doris Duke Artist (2016)\, Jazz Pianist of the Year from the Jazz Journalists Association (2011\, 2016\, 2018)\, and the Jazz Magazine (France) International Artist of the Year (2021). Furthermore\, the Fred Hersch Trio was voted the #1 Jazz Group in the 2019 Downbeat Critics Poll. \nHersch is an acclaimed and influential solo pianist. There\, he has twelve solo recordings in his catalog including the 2024 release\, Silent\, Listening. All About Jazz has remarked that “when it comes to the art of solo piano in jazz\, there are two classes of performers: Fred Hersch and everybody else”. Also\, New York Times simply calls him “a master who plays it his way”. \nThe Fred Hersch Trio has remained at the pinnacle of modern jazz\, venerated for embodying thrilling interplay and dynamic spontaneity. The Wall Street Journal calls the trio “one of the major ensembles of our time.” Also\, the New Yorker has applauded it for playing with “high lyricism and high danger.” The Trio has appeared at major jazz festivals throughout Europe and the U.S. Additionally\, they have regularly headlined the legendary Village Vanguard since 1977.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/fred-hersch-trio-at-dakota-jazz-club/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, 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-8/
LOCATION:Waterbury Restaurant\, 3012 Excelsior Blvd\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:MacPhail Jazz Night: Dakota Jazz Ensemble w/ Michael Cain\, Paul Babcock & Zacc Harris at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:MacPhail Jazz Night celebrates Jazz Appreciation Month with a performance by the Dakota Jazz Ensemble\, directed by Zacc Harris. Also\, acclaimed MacPhail faculty artists Michael Cain\, Paul Babcock\, and Zacc Harris. \nThe Dakota Jazz Ensemble at MacPhail Center for Music is a premier\, audition-based group. Here\, this group features some of the Twin Cities’ most outstanding high school jazz musicians. Additionally\, the tuition-free ensemble provides advanced training in improvisation\, ensemble performance\, and a wide range of jazz repertoire. \nMeet the band:\n\nSam Stauning (tenor saxophone)\nDominique Paguyo (alto saxophone)\nPeter Sullivan (piano)\nBasil Saathoff (piano)\nFinn Bergstrom (bass)\nZach Minkin (drums)\n\nThe evening highlights the vibrant tradition of jazz in the Twin Cities. Here\, rising young artists unite with acclaimed performers and educators who are shaping the artform today. Presented during Jazz Appreciation Month\, the concert reflects MacPhail and the Dakota’s long-standing commitment to jazz education and to supporting the next generation of musicians.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/macphail-jazz-night-dakota-jazz-ensemble-w-michael-cain-paul-babcock-zacc-harris-at-dakota/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ray Barnard & The Dudes - Doin It @ The Dub
DESCRIPTION:Original Roots & Soul music\nMight run a few new tunes up the flagpole \nWith Clark Adams – vox\, Ray – keys & vox\, Blair Krivanek – guitar\, Nick Salisbury – bass\, Greg Schutte – drums
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ray-barnard-the-dudes-doin-it-the-dub/
LOCATION:The Dubliner Pub\, 2162 University Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:MN Jazz Legends at MN History Theater
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Jazz Legends will honor Arne Fogel. Fogel can be heard here on Jazz88 and is a vocalist. Honoree Gary Gauger is the drummer of our group. Gauger has played with the Airmen of Note and Sammy Davis Jr. Our third honoree is bassist Gary Raynor. If you look at Jazz88’s music calendar you will see Raynor sprinkled through the calendar all across town. Our fourth honoree is in memoriam for vocalist Shirley Witherspoon.\nIn partnership with Jazz88\, the Minnesota History Center\, and the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund\, Patty Peterson presents Minnesota Jazz Legends—a series recognizing the pioneers of the Twin Cities jazz scene through concerts and radio specials. This event features live performances and intimate conversations\, celebrating four honorees.\nThis special concert will be held at the Minnesota History Center\, 345 W. Kellogg Blvd\, St. Paul\, MN\, on Sunday\, April 12\, 2025\, from 2:00-4:00 PM. Tickets: $25 for adults\, $20 for MNHS Members\, and $12 for ages 5–17. MNHS members and Jazz88 listener members save 20%. Purchase tickets online at Minnesota History Center or call 651-259-3015.\nThese jazz legends will share their musical journeys\, showcasing their lasting contributions to Minnesota’s rich jazz legacy. They will be accompanied by the Phil Aaron Trio\, featuring Phil Aaron (piano)\, Graydon Peterson (bass)\, and Jay Epstein (drums).
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mn-jazz-legends-at-mn-history-theater/
LOCATION:Minnesota Historical Society\, 345 W. Kellogg Blvd MN 55102\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Conjunto Bantú - free Uruguayan Music Experience
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history and breadth of Uruguayan music\, and its impact throughout the Americas through this showcase of jazz piano and other instruments\, and beloved Uruguayan songs\, woven together with Candombe drumming . Led by renowned historian and musician Tomás Olivera Chirimini\, the group is comprised of visiting artists direct from Montevideo\, Uruguay\, together with local musicians. \nTaste Uruguayan empanadas from La Estancia Steakhouse\, alfajores and other delicious treats from Criollas Pastries\, and try the ubiquitous yerba mate. \nBy wonderful coincidence\, the performance will be followed by an Uruguayan film\, A Bright Future\, presented by the Minneapolis St Paul International Film Festival\, also at the Landmark Center. Tickets available for advance purchase at: https://mspfilm.org/show/a-bright-future/ \nLandmark Center Urban Expedition Info: https://www.landmarkcenter.org/urban-expedition/ \nFor more information on Conjunto Bantú: https://africania.com.uy/conjunto-bantu/
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/conjunto-bantu-free-uruguayan-music-experience/
LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 W. 5th Street\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:New Jazz Underground at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:New Jazz Underground melds contemporary taste and traditional discipline. Having racked up views on their MF Doom and Kendrick Lamar suites and as guests on the YouTube series “Live at Emmet’s Place\,” this NYC-based trio is known for their internet savvy and musical chops. \nBand Members:\nAbdias Armenteros – Sax\nSebastian Rios – Bass\nTJ Reddick – Drums \n⊹ \nNew Jazz Underground\, an American trio\, have been described as “an innovative and ultra-creative collective striving to establish themselves as a defining voice for the genre of jazz and beyond.” Their music signals a merging of traditional sensibilities in jazz with the modern influence of swing\, hip-hop\, house\, and Afro-Cuban music. \nMillions have been introduced to the trio’s undeniably fresh sound through viral videos of the band performing in their living room. Videos such as “they can hate but we still swingin’\,” “f**k/s**t/c**t/jazz\,” and “sad boy jazz” feature the band’s exuberant chemistry\, effortless musicality\, and raw ambition in sound. \nAbdias Armenteros\, Sebastian Rios\, and TJ Reddick have been lauded as some of jazz’s most promising young artists in their own right. After meeting while students at The Juilliard School\, the trio began playing in the parks of New York City during lockdown in 2020. They have since performed as New Jazz Underground at venues including Dizzy’s Club and Birdland\, and Reddick and Rios have played as sidemen for the likes of Jon Batiste\, Sullivan Fortner\, and Emmet Cohen.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/new-jazz-underground-at-berlin/2026-04-11/2/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wayzata Musicales presents Jennifer Grimm & Joe Cruz
DESCRIPTION:Our final Wayzata Musicales concert of this season will feature the amazing vocal/guitar duo of Jennifer Grimm and Joe Cruz on Saturday\, April 11. Grimm began performing at an early age with her mother at various area venues. She now has a very successful solo career that has numerous local\, national\, and international credits. Grimm often performs with her husband and guitarist\, Joe Cruz\, who has been a mainstay of the Twin Cities music and theater scene for over four decades. If you’ve never heard these dynamic performers\, this is your big chance. Tickets at- https://ticketbud.com/events/c2bab522-6fd5-11f0-a28d-42010a7170c7?preview=true&vox=true.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/wayzata-musicales-presents-jennifer-grimm-joe-cruz/
LOCATION:St. Barnabas Lutheran Church\, 15600 Old Rockford Road\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55446\, United States
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SUMMARY:Joyce Lyons with Phil Aaron\, Dan Carpel\, Jay Epstein
DESCRIPTION:Born to perform\, Joyce Lyons doesn’t remember a time when she wasn’t on stage\, performing in a choir\, club act or theater piece.\nImmediately after graduating from high school\, Joyce headed west to attend Colorado Women’s College and immersed herself in the music and theater departments. She studied voice (pop\, musical theater and even classical)\, and piano\, and then fell hard for the theater. Cast as the Emcee in the musical “Cabaret” to glowing reviews by The Denver Post\, her path was clear.\nThe east coast beckoned again\, and Joyce spent a year in the Washington\, D.C. area\, and performing in local theater\, notably in a production of Godspell. She soon jumped to the Big Apple\, collecting roles in Tintypes\, Sophisticated Ladies\, Little Shop of Horrors and Company to name a few.\nCabaret clubs and the intimacy of the smaller venue proved to be just the right fit for Joyce. A slight detour into stand-up was fun and challenging (kept looking for the piano player) but it is the small stage that continues to call her back.\nA chance meeting with Associate Justice Clarence Thomas led to a special performance at the Supreme Court. Joyce has become a regular performer at the world famous spa\, Canyon Ranch in the Berkshires\, and most recently has added the luxurious Miraval Tucson Resort and Spa to her repeat request list.\nJoyce recorded her first jazz CD (Sooner or Later)\, at the renowned Nola Recording Studios\, an experience which sent her in an entirely new direction. Joyce has worked with many of the most distinguished artists in the business\, such as the late\, great\, Joe Beck\, Kenny Ascher\, Bucky Pizzarelli\, Jay Leonhart\, Lee Musiker\, Lou Marini and Al Gafa.\nIn addition to regularly performing at jazz clubs\, private parties\, Joyce has added appearances at Turning Stone Casino and Spa and has participated in the Jazz on the Hill Series at Fort Lewis College in Durango\, CO. Joyce added teaching to her repertoire with a master class on reading lyrics for vocal students. She has offered this class as part of the Artist in Residence Program at Fort Lewis College and New York City. Look for this class at colleges\, high schools and private venues nationally.\nChange continues to influence Joyce’s career. New reviews\, a soon-to-be released “live” recording\, and even relocation to the Midwest. Joyce now resides in the culturally reach environs of Minneapolis and is excited to explore exciting new opportunities among the many jazz and theater venues.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/joyce-lyons-with-phil-aaron-dan-carpel-jay-epstein-2/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church of Minnetonka\, 698 Wayzata Blvd E\, Wayzata\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:FIKA Supper Club Concert Series: Oda Voltersvik
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the ASI debut of internationally acclaimed Norwegian concert pianist Oda Voltersvik! From years of touring with symphony and concert halls\, Oda brings to Minneapolis a curated program\, Edvard Grieg in Dialogue\, featuring works of Norway’s most celebrated composer and his contemporaries. Don’t forget to make your dinner reservation with FIKA Café- call (612) 524-5108 or email fika@asimn.org. \n4:00pm – Dinner Reservations Start\n6:30pm – Doors to Larson Hall Open\n7:00pm – Concert Starts
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/fika-supper-club-concert-series-oda-voltersvik/
LOCATION:American Swedish Institute\, 2600 Park Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55407\, United States
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SUMMARY:Flute Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Upper Midwest Flute Association is holding their annual Flute Fest on Saturday April 11\, 2026 from 9:00AM – 6:00PM at Hill-Murray School\, 2526 Larpenteur Ave E\, Maplewood\, MN 55109. \nFlute Fest is an annual UMFA event dedicated to our love of the flute. Each year we feature an inspiring guest artist\, who typically gives a masterclass for selected flutists and performs a recital. \nThe day includes recitals\, workshops\, competitions\, and exhibits\, as well as opportunities for participation\, so bring your flute! For a quick overview of the day\, check out our brief Schedule of Events. The Flute Fest Program contains session descriptions\, recital programs\, and presenter biographies. \nIt is also a fabulous day to shop for flutes and flute music from our many knowledgeable exhibitors. Those who prefer to spend the day listening will delight in the concerts and recitals\, including our Rising Stars Recitals\, dedicated to our youngest students. Join our flute community! All are welcome.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/flute-fest-2026/
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SUMMARY:Fantastic Negrito with Nat Myers at the Cedar Cultural Center
DESCRIPTION:Fantastic Negrito is carrying the mantle for all the soulful bluesmen who came before him. The singer’s 2024 album Son of a Broken Man is gritty\, raw\, and full of fire and brimstone. \n“Son of a Broken Man is a fully therapeutic album about the dysfunction of a father-son relationship that also carries a message of healing. As Dphrepaulezz navigates his pain\, he ultimately embraces self-love\, a theme that resonates throughout the album.” – Kari Hedlund\, KAXE \nFantastic Negrito is a powerhouse performer whose live shows are charged with emotion\, intensity\, and connection. Blending Delta blues\, soul\, funk\, and rock\, he delivers dynamic sets built on rhythm\, storytelling\, and fearless expression. The Oakland-born artist — a three-time \nGRAMMY winner — has earned a reputation for transforming every show into a deeply engaging\, unforgettable experience. \nFrom Glastonbury to Newport Folk\, Fantastic Negrito captivates audiences with his mix of grit\, humor\, and raw honesty. His performances turn struggle into celebration\, and his songs take on new life each night\, reshaped by the moment and the crowd. \nEvery show is a testament to the power of live music to inspire\, challenge\, and bring people together. \nSince winning NPR’s inaugural Tiny Desk Contest\, Fantastic Negrito has shared stages with the likes of Bruce Springsteen\, Chris Cornell\, and Primus\, and has collaborated in the studio with Sting\, E-40\, Tank and the Bangas\, and many others. \nHe is also busy producing other artists featured on his independent record label\, Storefront Records.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/fantastic-negrito-with-nat-myers-at-the-cedar-cultural-center/
LOCATION:The Cedar Cultural Center\, 416 Cedar Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Alex Hitchcock Quartet at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Following sold-out album launches in New York and London\, saxophonist Alex Hitchcock brings his Letters From Afar album-release tour to Minneapolis. The band features stars of the New York jazz scene Lex Korten (Melissa Aldana\, Tyshawn Sorey); JK Kim (Aaron Parks\, Dayna Stephens); and Ben Tiberio (Ari Hoenig\, Joel Ross). \nBand Members:\nAlex Hitchcock – Saxophone\nLex Korten – Piano\nJK Kim – Drums\nBen Tiberio – Bass \n⊹ \n\n“These compositions bristle with virtuosity … impressive and moving.” – Jazzwise \n\n⊹ \nDescribed as a “virtuoso” by The Guardian\, saxophonist and Ivor Novello-nominated composer Alex Hitchcock is a leading voice on the international jazz stage. Emerging from London’s fertile jazz scene and shaped by inventive collaborations across Europe\, the United States\, and further afield\, he has built an international reputation for music that balances real-world urgency with formal and stylistic exploration. \nThis is music for curious\, open-minded listeners drawn to art at the edge of beauty and disruption. Fans of Caroline Davis\, Tyshawn Sorey\, or Peter Evans will find familiar terrain—though this is a group never content to stay in one place for long.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/alex-hitchcock-quartet-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Jugsluggers at Wicked Wort Brewing
DESCRIPTION:The Jugsluggers (Bryan Iwamoto\, Eric Mohring and myself) will be playing at the Wicked Wort Brewery in Robbinsdale\, MN this Friday (April 10) from 6:30pm til 9:30pm. Venue is located at 4165 West Broadway. Hope to see you!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/the-jugsluggers-at-wicked-wort-brewing/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T213000
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SUMMARY:The Paul Barry Blues Band
DESCRIPTION:An all star lineup with five Minnesota Blues Hall of Fame members\nPaul Barry – vocal & harp\nDan Schwalbe – guitar & vocal\nJohn Franken – guitar & vocal\nMarty Bryduck – drums\nKeith Boyles – bass\nSpecial Guest – Bruce McCabe – piano & vocal\nSpecial Guest – Rose Duffy – Saxophone\nSpecial Guest – Jim Greenwell – Saxophone
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/the-paul-barry-blues-band/
LOCATION:Blues Saloon\, 1638 Rice St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Medicinal Jazz Band at Bear Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join the Medicinal Jazz Band for a monthly residency that’s never the same twice. Sometimes an intimate trio\, sometimes a soaring quintet\, we blend jazz standards with original tunes. Whether you’re looking for original flavors in your beer or your jazz\, we have the right prescription for your Friday.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/medicinal-jazz-band-at-bear-cave/
LOCATION:Bear Cave Brewing\, 1201 Mainstreet\, Hopkins\, MN\, 55343\, United States
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SUMMARY:Damn Tall Buildings at the Parkway Theater
DESCRIPTION:“Damn Tall Buildings is a damn fine trio\, mixing bluegrass\, swing\, and foot-stomping old-time music you wouldn’t think possible from a band from Brooklyn” — No Depression \n“Think of: The Carter Family for the millennial generation. Old Crow Medicine Show meets Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros meets Flatt & Scruggs meets Nickel Creek\, with a dash of Avett Brothers and a sprinkle of Johnny Cash. The band coined the term “guerrilla roots” to describe its sound\, which draws on early-20th-century Americana/bluegrass music\, “repurposed for a modern audience.” — The Boston Globe \n\nDamn Tall Buildings is a celebrated folk-bluegrass band known for their soulful melodies and intricate instrumentals. Based in Brooklyn\, this seasoned trio — Max Capistran\, Sasha Dubyk\, and Avery Ballotta — has spent over a decade honing their craft through dedicated touring and recording. With a distinctive sound that weaves heartfelt lyrics into masterful fiddle\, guitar\, and bass arrangements\, they embody a unique blend of Americana roots and contemporary finesse. From intimate local venues to larger global stages\, their magnetic performances resonate deeply\, leaving a lasting mark on audiences around the world.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/damn-tall-buildings-at-the-parkway-theater/
LOCATION:The Parkway Theater\, 4814 Chicago Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Takuya Juroda at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:Kobe-born\, Brooklyn-based trumpeter Takuya Kuroda is dedicated\, and his eighth studio record\, 2025’s Everyday\, is proof of that. Kuroda has not missed a beat since the release of 2022’s Midnight Crisp –– a record PopMatters called a “future classic”. Now\, the 45-year-old musician desires to achieve the “perfect blend of production and organic performance”. It’s why he continues to throw himself into his daily practice\, nearly thirty years into his musical life. \nEveryday builds on and dives ever deeper into the hip hop and neo-soul elements of his previous work. Here\, it is a deliciously rhythmic enterprise and a triumph of genre-blending modern jazz. Moreover\, Kuroda’s playing is sure-footed and pure –– whether on the horn\, synth\, or Rhodes. He virtuosically dances among infectious rhythms of his own creation.  \nKuroda’s twenty-one years in the United States have been fruitful. After studying composition at The New School\, he threw himself into work. There\, he played with DJ Premier’s Badder Band and Akoya Afrobeat and recorded as a sideman and bandleader. But as Kuroda himself says\, “the only way to make the music that I want to make is to work hard\, every day.” And so we have Everyday\, a title which reflects\, as Kuroda puts it\, “that simple message.” \nEveryday is hyperaware of a panoply of old ideas and a pantheon of old gods. However\, as Kuroda engages these tropes and personalities day in and day out\, he turns it all around in a style that’s undeniably cool and personal. As Pitchfork put it\, “Kuroda’s skill is not drawing influence from so many different forms\, it’s radiating joy in doing so.” It’s this sterling dedication that makes Takuya Kuroda and Everyday anything but commonplace.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/takuya-juroda-at-dakota-jazz-club/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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SUMMARY:Glenn Cronkhite Presents: Billy Johnson & Soul Trouvere
DESCRIPTION:Billy Johnson and Soul Trouvere take the stage at Glenn Cronkhite Custom Cases’ production studio in St. Paul\, in a concert that will bring music back to our old theater after over 50 years! Join us for a night of music ranging from jazz\, to blues\, to americana\, to klezmer\, to salsa.\nWhile you’re here\, take a tour of our production facility where we make custom gig-bag instrument cases\, and maybe bring one home too! \nOur facility was a movie theater from its construction back in 1922 until the mid 1970s when the building was sold and remodeled to become a flooring company. Years of renovations gutted most of the old theater’s original features\, but they left the stage intact! Now that we have moved in\, we are bringing music back to the former Radio Theater\, and kicking off a series of concerts to showcase smaller local acts as well as raise money for worthy causes. This month’s concert’s proceeds will all go to The Salt Cure Restaurant Relief Fund which is helping Twin Cities restaurants bounce back. \nCome and enjoy a night of beautiful music while supporting a good cause in a historic venue!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/glenn-cronkhite-presents-billy-johnson-soul-trouvere/
LOCATION:Glenn Cronkhite Custom Cases\, 1195 7th St. E.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
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SUMMARY:An Evening with the Mary Louise Knutson Trio at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:Expressive\, Groovy\, Mainstream to Modern\nAn Evening of Expressive\, Groovy Jazz Minneapolis-based jazz pianist and composer\, Mary Louise Knutson has been called “one of the most exciting artists to happen to jazz piano in quite some time.” Her warm\, inviting tone\, broad range of emotional expression\, and distinctive compositions have brought her much recognition on the national music scene. If you like your jazz accessible yet interesting\, playful\, expressive\, and irresistibly groovy\, the Mary Louise Knutson Trio delivers in every way! \nMary Louise Knutson: Piano \nDan Carpel: Bass \nGreg Schutte: Drums \nMinneapolis-based jazz pianist and composer\, Mary Louise Knutson has been called “one of the most exciting artists to happen to jazz piano in quite some time.” Her warm\, inviting tone\, broad range of emotional expression\, and distinctive compositions have brought her much recognition on the national music scene. \nMary Louise’s latest trio CD\, In the Bubble\, charted in Jazz Week’s Top 10 and remained in the Top 50 for 19 weeks straight. Knutson tours regularly with her group\, the Mary Louise Knutson Trio\, whose music has been described by Jazz Times Magazine as “state-of-the-art piano trio finery.” And from 2010-2018\, Knutson toured with trumpeter Doc Severinsen\, former bandleader for the Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson. \nKnutson has also performed with such jazz greats as Dizzy Gillespie\, Bobby McFerrin\, Dianne Reeves\, Kevin Mahogany\, Randy Brecker\, Bobby Shew\, Nicholas Payton\, Terell Stafford\, Terence Blanchard\, Richie Cole\, Ernie Watts\, Peter Erskine\, Billy Hart\, Ed Shaughnessy\, Richard Davis\, Kurt Elling and many more. \n“This is timeless\, classic piano trio music\, right up there with Bill Evans and Bill Charlap.” – Pamela Espeland\, Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/an-evening-with-the-mary-louise-knutson-trio-at-crooners-2/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Adi Yeshaya\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION: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.\nHe has collaborated with renowned artists\, including Prince\, Whitney Houston\, Aretha Franklin\, Lena Horne\, Doc Severinsen and Burt Bacharach. In addition\, he has been arranging music for NBC The Voice.\nAs a resident of the Twin Cities\, Adi has served as a pianist and musical director for the late world-class jazz vocalist Debbie Duncan for nearly 3 decades. He also performed with countless Twin Cities vocalists such as Dennis Spears\, Ginger Commodore\, Gwen Matthews\, Bruce Henry\, Cookie Coleman\, and many others. He has been commissioned by many organizations\, including Minnesota Orchestra\, the Guthrie Theater\, Doc Severinsen Big Band\, and the Swiss Youth Orchestra – Jazzaar.\nAdi has been active as an educator\, as well. He taught at Berklee College of Music\, the University of Minnesota and McNally Smith College of Music (St. Paul\, MN).
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/adi-yeshaya-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-3/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Jimmy Webb at the Parkway Theater
DESCRIPTION:The legend returns to The Parkway!\n\nJimmy Webb is a Grammy Award-winning songwriter\, composer\, and singer known worldwide as a master of his trade. Dubbed a modern-day Gershwin/Porter/Berlin\, he is a bona fide progenitor of the Great American Songbook. His timeless hits continue to be performed and recorded by the industry’s biggest names\, and his new compositions span the musical spectrum from classical and jazz\, to country and gospel\, to rock and pop. His intimate live performances incorporate storytelling and his exquisite piano skills. A not-to-be-missed evening of performance\, pop culture\, and songwriting at its best. \nAcclaimed singer/songwriter Pete Mancini\, former frontman of NYC rock band Butchers Blind\, opens the night! \n“A night with Jimmy at the keys is not unlike getting to hear George Gershwin or Cole Porter live. It’s hard to believe one guy could have written all these amazing songs.   If you get a chance to see him live\, grab it.” – Paul Zollo\, Songwriters on Songwriting \n“Few singers blend grit and grandeur like Jimmy Webb…[his] voice is like an old Mustang heading through a treacherous yet often gorgeous landscape.” — Rolling Stone \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“I need you more than want you / and I want you for all time. “ \n“Someone left the cake out in the rain.” \n“By the time I get to Phoenix. . .” \n“Galveston\, oh Galveston\, I can see your sea waves crashing.” \n“Up\, up\, and away in my beautiful balloon.” \nHailed as America’s Songwriter\, Jimmy Webb has written songs that transcend generations and genres — think “Wichita Lineman\,” “MacArthur Park\,” “By the Time I Get to Phoenix\,” and “Didn’t We.”  This Motown-trained composer writes all of his own lyrics and music and is the only hitmaker to have scored songs on the Pop\, Country\, R&B\, Rap\, Disco\, and New Age charts. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring this Evening with Jimmy Webb\, audiences will hear this multi-Grammy Award winner’s songs and experience his insightful and often humorous stories about his work with Glen Campbell\, Frank Sinatra\, Linda Ronstadt (“Still Within the Sound of My Voice”)\, Art Garfunkel (“All I Know”)\, The Fifth Dimension (“Up\, Up and Away”)\, The Highwaymen (“The Highwayman”)\, Kanye West (“Famous”  features Webb’s “Do What You Gotta Do”)\, and more. \nJimmy Webb is the author of the memoir\, The Cake and the Rain\, and the “bible” of songwriting\, Tunesmith: The Art of Songwriting. In 2019 Webb released a piano-only CD\, SlipCover\, featuring some of his favorite songs from his contemporaries; Billy Joel\, Paul Simon\, The Rolling Stones\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPete Mancini got his start as the frontman and songwriter of Butchers Blind\, a critically acclaimed rock band from NYC. His debut solo album Foothill Freeway (2017)\, explored the Americana influences that were a hallmark of his former band and garnered rave reviews from NPR\, No Depression and Newsday. His second album Flying First Class (2019) was followed by extensive tours of the East Coast\, Midwest and South\, establishing Mancini as a national artist. His third album\, Killing The Old Ways (2022)\, was produced by Matt Patton (Drive By Truckers) and Bronson Tew. The critically acclaimed 10-song collection marked a significant artistic leap forwardvand was included on several best of year lists. His new EP The Commonwealth Sessions Vol. 1 is out now. \nOver the years\, Mancini has opened for acts such as Jimmy Webb\, Los Lobos\, Blues Traveler\, Gin Blossoms\, Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes\, Cracker\, Rhett Miller\, Amy Helm\, Larry Campbell & Theresa Williams\, and Iain Matthews. Pete is also a member of The Famous Doctor Scanlon Band\, which performs the music of Travis McKeveny.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/an-evening-with-jimmy-webb-at-the-parkway-theater-2/
LOCATION:The Parkway Theater\, 4814 Chicago Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Jimmy Webb at the Parkway Theater
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026\n6:30 pm Doors // 7:30 pm Music\nAll Ages \n\n\n$69 ($84.24 w. taxes/fees) Premium Seating  \n\n\n$59 ($72.69 w. taxes/fees) Preferred Reserved Seating \n\n\n$49 ($60 w. taxes/fees) Advance General Admission \n\n\n$54 ($62 w. taxes/fees) At The Door General Admission \n\n\n$75 ($93.04 w. taxes/fees) Post-Show Meet & Greet Uplift (includes exclusive meet & greet\, photo\, and choice of merchandise; admission purchase required in order to add meet & greet) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe legend returns to The Parkway!\n\nJimmy Webb is a Grammy Award-winning songwriter\, composer\, and singer known worldwide as a master of his trade. Dubbed a modern-day Gershwin/Porter/Berlin\, he is a bona fide progenitor of the Great American Songbook. His timeless hits continue to be performed and recorded by the industry’s biggest names\, and his new compositions span the musical spectrum from classical and jazz\, to country and gospel\, to rock and pop. His intimate live performances incorporate storytelling and his exquisite piano skills. A not-to-be-missed evening of performance\, pop culture\, and songwriting at its best. \nAcclaimed singer/songwriter Pete Mancini\, former frontman of NYC rock band Butchers Blind\, opens the night! \n“A night with Jimmy at the keys is not unlike getting to hear George Gershwin or Cole Porter live. It’s hard to believe one guy could have written all these amazing songs.   If you get a chance to see him live\, grab it.” – Paul Zollo\, Songwriters on Songwriting \n“Few singers blend grit and grandeur like Jimmy Webb…[his] voice is like an old Mustang heading through a treacherous yet often gorgeous landscape.” — Rolling Stone \n\n\n\n\n\n\n“I need you more than want you / and I want you for all time. “ \n“Someone left the cake out in the rain.” \n“By the time I get to Phoenix. . .” \n“Galveston\, oh Galveston\, I can see your sea waves crashing.” \n“Up\, up\, and away in my beautiful balloon.” \nHailed as America’s Songwriter\, Jimmy Webb has written songs that transcend generations and genres — think “Wichita Lineman\,” “MacArthur Park\,” “By the Time I Get to Phoenix\,” and “Didn’t We.”  This Motown-trained composer writes all of his own lyrics and music and is the only hitmaker to have scored songs on the Pop\, Country\, R&B\, Rap\, Disco\, and New Age charts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring this Evening with Jimmy Webb\, audiences will hear this multi-Grammy Award winner’s songs and experience his insightful and often humorous stories about his work with Glen Campbell\, Frank Sinatra\, Linda Ronstadt (“Still Within the Sound of My Voice”)\, Art Garfunkel (“All I Know”)\, The Fifth Dimension (“Up\, Up and Away”)\, The Highwaymen (“The Highwayman”)\, Kanye West (“Famous”  features Webb’s “Do What You Gotta Do”)\, and more. \nJimmy Webb is the author of the memoir\, The Cake and the Rain\, and the “bible” of songwriting\, Tunesmith: The Art of Songwriting. In 2019 Webb released a piano-only CD\, SlipCover\, featuring some of his favorite songs from his contemporaries; Billy Joel\, Paul Simon\, The Rolling Stones\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPete Mancini got his start as the frontman and songwriter of Butchers Blind\, a critically acclaimed rock band from NYC. His debut solo album Foothill Freeway (2017)\, explored the Americana influences that were a hallmark of his former band and garnered rave reviews from NPR\, No Depression and Newsday. His second album Flying First Class (2019) was followed by extensive tours of the East Coast\, Midwest and South\, establishing Mancini as a national artist. His third album\, Killing The Old Ways (2022)\, was produced by Matt Patton (Drive By Truckers) and Bronson Tew. The critically acclaimed 10-song collection marked a significant artistic leap forwardvand was included on several best of year lists. His new EP The Commonwealth Sessions Vol. 1 is out now. \nOver the years\, Mancini has opened for acts such as Jimmy Webb\, Los Lobos\, Blues Traveler\, Gin Blossoms\, Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes\, Cracker\, Rhett Miller\, Amy Helm\, Larry Campbell & Theresa Williams\, and Iain Matthews. Pete is also a member of The Famous Doctor Scanlon Band\, which performs the music of Travis McKeveny.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/an-evening-with-jimmy-webb-at-the-parkway-theater/
LOCATION:The Parkway Theater\, 4814 Chicago Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saxophunk - Ronny Loew Band
DESCRIPTION:April 8th\, don’t miss the final Lakeville residency set of Saxophunk at the Chart House in Lakeville. Hear original material plus covers from saxophone icons and a new take on hits from The Gap Band\, Earth Wind & Fire\, Stevie Wonder and more. Expect high-energy funk jazz and spontaneous grooves—no two shows are alike. Celebrate 28 years of soul\, funk\, and chemistry in one night! \nSax – Ronny Loew\nGuitar – Kevin Anderson\nKeys – Brian Ziemniak\nBass – Tony Axtell\nDrums – Dave Anania
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/saxophunk-ronny-loew-band/
LOCATION:Brianno’s Chart House\, 11287 Klamath Trail\, Lakeville\, MN\, 55044\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ahmed & the Creators – Ahmed’s 91st Birthday Performance at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:Jazz Standards you Know and Love!\nAhmed Abdulkarim and The Creators bring an unforgettable evening of world-class jazz in celebration of Ahmed’s 91st birthday. A master of the trumpet\, Ahmed’s sound reflects the rich traditions of legends like Miles Davis and Dizzy Gillespie\, blending soulful improvisation with timeless classics such as “Autumn Leaves” and “Blue Monk.” Joined by an exceptional ensemble featuring Omar Abdulkarim\, Kevin Washington\, Kavyesh Kaviraj\, and Dan Carpel\, the group delivers a dynamic performance full of energy\, elegance\, and musical storytelling. This special night at Crooners Supper Club honors a lifetime of artistry while inviting audiences to experience the enduring power of jazz. \nFeaturing the artistry of… \nAhmed Abdulkarim: Trumpet\nAhmed Abdulkarim is a veteran jazz trumpeter and respected figure in the Minneapolis jazz community\, known for a lifetime of performance and mentorship. He has helped shape generations of musicians\, including his son Omar Abdulkarim\, and continues to perform with a sound rooted in traditional jazz and deep musical experience. \nOmar Abdulkarim: Trumpet\nOmar Abdulkarim is an internationally recognized trumpeter who has performed at major venues such as the Blue Note\, Birdland\, and festivals across Europe and the Caribbean. A Minneapolis native\, he has built a global reputation for his expressive playing and original compositions\, collaborating with artists across genres and touring worldwide. \nKevin Washington: Drums\nKevin Washington is a highly respected drummer in the Twin Cities jazz scene\, known for his versatility and dynamic rhythmic style. He has performed extensively with leading local artists and ensembles\, contributing to both live performances and collaborative recording projects throughout the region. \nKavyesh Kaviraj: Piano\nKavyesh Kaviraj is a celebrated pianist and composer recognized for blending jazz with diverse global influences\, including Indian musical traditions. As a bandleader and collaborator\, he has released original music such as his acclaimed project Fables and continues to develop innovative work alongside artists like Omar Abdulkarim. \nDan Carpel: Bass\nDan Carpel is an accomplished bassist active in the Minneapolis jazz community\, performing regularly with top regional musicians in both small ensembles and larger groups. Known for his strong musical foundation and supportive style\, he contributes to a wide range of live performances and collaborative jazz projects.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ahmed-the-creators-ahmeds-91st-birthday-performance-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Yagody at the Cedar Cultural Center
DESCRIPTION:Yagody is a Ukrainian group dedicated to performing both traditional and contemporary folk music from the East. \n“A concert with Yagódy is a ritual … there is the breathing of the wind in the field\, a sound like the voice of our ancestors. The listeners are enveloped in living energy and musical trance. A dance of voices in the pulse of humanity.” — Internationales Donaufest \nThe music of the band “YAGODY” is a sign of initiation. It is the wind in the wilderness. It is the songs of wild tribes. This is the voice of your ancestors. This is live energy. It is a dance with voices. This is how our nature smells. This is how our blood sounds. \nOur project “YAGODY” appeared in June 2016. As is typical for everything real\, the band appeareth spontaneously. As if it was meant to be. For the group’s sake\, we took up a lot of musical instruments and looked through a lot of lyrics to find our song\, our ritual.  And now it has finally come! \nOur music is filled with Ukrainian sound and Balkan motifs. It is important to us that the lyrics that flow in you\, are also sound on your lips. Our music is the letters from the past that you did not receive. \nAnd also our music is about us. Four women with different temperaments and experiences. Zoriana Dybovska (percussion)\, Sofiia Leshyshak (djembe)\, Nadiia Parashchuk (accordion)\, and Tetiana Voitiv (drymba and Tibetan bowl). We are completely different from each other\, and that is why the name of our band begins with the sound “YA”. In Ukrainian it means “Me”. We are similar in our differences. \nIn short\, “YAGODY” is a way inside yourself. Into your heart. In our music\, everything is united into a single whole. Returning to the home of your ancestors becomes possible. So\, watch and listen! \nThe band’s members: \nZoriana Dybovska – vocals\, percussion instruments; \nVasylyna Voloshyn – vocals; \nTetiana Voitiv – vocals\, Tibetan bowl\, percussion instruments\, drymba; \nNadiia Parashchuk – vocals\, accordion; \nVadym Voitovych – bass guitar; \nTeimyraz Gogitidze – drums; \nVasyl Parashchuk – cymbals
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/an-evening-with-yagody-at-the-cedar-cultural-center/
LOCATION:The Cedar Cultural Center\, 416 Cedar Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ladysmith Black Mambazo at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:Ladysmith Black Mambazo has performed for millions of people\, singing a message of peace\, love and harmony. With their 2024 release\, Soothe My Soul… Songs From Our South African Church\, the group puts their spin on gospel music. \nThe year 2025 marks the sixty-fifth anniversary of Joseph Shabalala forming Ladysmith Black Mambazo. His group conquered all of South Africa and would become a worldwide phenomenon. Further\, they won more Grammy Awards (five) and have received more nominations (nineteen) than any World music group. \nDuring the dark years of South African Apartheid\, Ladysmith Black Mambazo followed a path of peaceful protest. Here\, they did this through songs of hope and love. When Nelson Mandela was released from prison in 1990\, he said he listened to their music while in jail. Additionally\, he was inspired by their powerful message of peace. Thus\, when Mandela won the 1993 Nobel Peace Prize\, he asked the group to join him at the ceremony. It was Mandela who called Ladysmith Black Mambazo “South Africa’s Cultural Ambassadors to the World.” \nIn the mid-1980s\, American singer/songwriter Paul Simon famously visited South Africa. There\, he incorporated the group’s rich harmonies into his renowned Graceland album. This became a landmark recording\, considered seminal in introducing World music to mainstream audiences. Furthermore\, this brought the group to the attention of music lovers all over the world. \nAfter leading his group for over fifty years and approaching his seventy-fifth birthday\, Joseph Shabalala retired in 2014\, handing the leadership to his three sons\, Thulani\, Sibongiseni and Thamsanqa Shabalala.  \nLadysmith Black Mambazo is Thulani Shabalala\, Sibongiseni Shabalala\, Thamsanqa Shabalala\, Msizi Shabalala\, Albert Mazibuko\, Abednego Mazibuko\, Mfanafuthi Dlamini\, Pius Shezi and Sabelo Mthembu.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ladysmith-black-mambazo-at-dakota-jazz-club/2026-04-06/2/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mary Halvorson: Canis Major with Nelson Devereaux at the Cedar Cultural Center
DESCRIPTION:Incomparable guitarist and composer Mary Halvorson brings Canis Major to the Cedar stage for the first time. Dave Adewumi (trumpet)\, Henry Fraser (bass)\, Tomas Fujiwara (drums) round out the quartet. \nThere’s a theory of record production that says the best results come shortly after musicians have encountered a piece for the first time. That’s when it’s possible to get the intuitive reaction\, before players develop a frame of reference. First thought\, best thought. \nAn opposite theory holds that the magic happens later\, after the ensemble has absorbed the material. That’s when the musicians can lean into its nuances\, leveraging familiarity into swagger. \nMary Halvorson’s dramatic\, daringly intricate new album About Ghosts suggests that these approaches can be complementary. The eight-song work is the guitarist and composer’s fourth full-length with her sextet Amaryllis—plus saxophonists Immanuel Wilkins and Brian Settles. Halvorson wrote some of the music for the core group in 2023\, and then\, following what she describes as a snap impulse\, experimented with a piece for four horns instead of two. Just to try it.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mary-halvorson-canis-major-with-nelson-devereaux-at-the-cedar-cultural-center/
LOCATION:The Cedar Cultural Center\, 416 Cedar Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Washington Express: Laeton Olaleye /Callum Schultz/ Kevin Washington
DESCRIPTION:Kevin Washington joins two of his former students in performing at Berlin. \nBand Members:\nKevin Washington – Drums\nLaeton Olaleye – Saxophone\nCallum Schultz – Bass \n⊹ \nOne of the Twin Cities’ most versatile musicians\, drummer Kevin Washington makes jazz for the future. He often incorporates other genres\, from Afro-Latin music to hip-hop and R&B beats. The son of saxophonist Donald Washington and singer Faye Washington\, Kevin grew up in Detroit immersed in learning music and listening to the jazz greats who came before him. Since moving to the Twin Cities in his teens\, he continues to capture the spirit of African and African American music while making it his own. Kevin is a drumming instructor at Walker West Music Academy and works with the student jazz ensembles. \nSaxophonist Laeton Olaleye is a rising talent in the Twin Cities jazz scene. He has performed in venues including the Dakota Jazz Club\, Crooners\, Jazz Central Studios\, MetroNOME Brewery\, and the Twin Cities Jazz Festival with renowned Twin Cities artists such as Omar Abdulkarim\, Tom Lewis\, and Will Kjeer. He has also played in New York City\, Chicago\, and Louisville. He has received instruction from acclaimed jazz artists Kevin Washington\, Scott Johnson\, Jack Breen\, and Kavyesh Kaviraj. Olaleye’s captivating style has been influenced by Patrick Bartley\, Arthur Blythe\, John Coltrane\, and Cannonball Adderley\, along with many other greats. \nCallum Schultz is a bassist who has performed alongside saxophone greats Joe Lovano\, Kenni Holmen\, and JD Allen and has played at Twin Cities venues such as the Dakota\, the Landmark Center\, the Governor’s Residence\, Green Room\, and Berlin. He is a 2025-26 Minnesota Music Educators Association All-State musician and a 2025-26 YoungArts jazz bass award winner.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/washington-express-laeton-olaleye-callum-schultz-kevin-washington/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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