An Evening of Modern Jazz, Rock and World Music Known for his cinematic, poignant, and genre-hopping compositions, Seattle guitarist Park Evans is joined by four of the Midwest’s finest masters of the jazz craft for a very special evening at Crooners featuring original music with elements of modern jazz, rock, west african, and caribbean music […]
A blend of great classics by Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Billy Cobham, Carlos Santana, Pat Metheny and other legends of the golden era of jazz/rock/fusion, plus new original music by […]
SWINGIN’ ON A STAR plays the greatest swing hits of the 1930’s at the WABASHA STREET CAVES, a former Speakeasy, 215 Wabasha St. So., St. Paul, MN THURSDAY, 9/25, 7:00 […]
Ian Duerr: guitar, Gary Raynor: bass, Jay Epstein: drums
Guitarist Cody Steinmann will celebrate the Sept. 26 release of his album Stray Bullet Blues and share some of his favorite standards with the Berlin audience. Band Members: Cody Steinmann […]
Ron Sexsmith is a three-time Juno award-winning singer songwriter from Ontario. The melodic songs of the 1960s drew Ron to music from an early age. There, he heard them on the radio and his mom’s record collection. Further, Buddy Holly and Elton John were his earliest musical heroes. He always loved to sing and started playing […]
Friday September 26 at The Hive Collaborative in St. Paul (677 Hamline Ave N.)! As the late sunsets of long days begin to fade and the harvest moon begins to shine, come revel in the sounds of Summer and welcome Fall in all its splendor. Twin Cities vocalists Jennifer Eckes and Bradley Beahen will explore […]
An Evening of Soulful and Jazz Infused Music Described by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine as “a true master of the jazz art form,” Bruce Henry will perform fresh original music alongside fan favorites and inventive interpretations of beloved standards. Backed by an all-star ensemble of Twin Cities’ finest musicians, the show delivers an inspiring, high-energy mix of […]
Jevetta & Jearlyn Steele are bringing their brand of high-energy, uplifting Gospel-Inspirational music to St. Philips Lutheran Church in Fridley! Expect an hour of pure joy from the famed sisters on Saturday, Sept. 27, 4:00pm! St. Philip’s Lutheran Church (across from Crooners) 6180 Highway 65 NE (across from Crooners) Fridley, MN www.splcmn.org The Steele sisters […]
St. Philip's Lutheran Church in Fridley is presenting Jevetta and Jearlyn Steele in concert on Saturday, Sept. 27, 4:00pm. Expect a high-energy, joyful hour of gospel/inspirational selections from these local […]
Keri Noble is celebrating her new album, BACK TO LIFE, with a heartfelt, powerful solo performance. Keri Noble: Keys, Vocals Keri Noble is a singer-songwriter living in the Twin Cities. Her powerful lyrics caught the attention of Kelly Clarkson, who recorded Noble’s song, ‘If No One Will Listen’. She has toured the world, entertained troops in […]
Original Roots & $oul music With: Jordan Carlson - drums, Nick Salisbury - bass, and Dave Strahan - guitar
In the process, she’s earned a reputation as one of the most explosive live performers in jazz history. Furthermore, she has become a global ambassador for the art form. Her many triumphs include an NPR Tiny Desk Concert that has racked up 2 million views. She also had the opportunity to represent her native Japan with […]
A special show of duos, celebrating the versatility and dynamic range of the acoustic guitar! Guitar guru Tim Sparks will play a set with jazz and flamenco rising star Ben Abrahamson. Then, he will play a set with folk blues guitarist and longtime Rio Nido bandmate Tom Lieberman.
Join Dale Alexander, Dan Carpel, Jay Epstein at Waterbury Restaurant first and third Wednesdays!
The Cherry Pit presents an open jam for musicians and music lovers in the Twin Cities. It’s a social hub for Twin Cities creatives, a training ground to refine musicianship, and a vehicle for high-vibrational improvisation. This is not a free-form basement jam or strictly a jazz jam. Our goal is to find an equilibrium […]
Aja embodies the spirit of Sarah, Sassy and Divine all in one night! One of the defining voices of Jazz, Sarah Vaughan performed for almost 50 years, winning awards and […]
Southside Aces are celebrating twenty years performing the repertoire of the Jazz Age greats and beyond. From the early New Orleans of Jelly Roll Morton to the world-changing joys of Louis Armstrong. The barrel house sounds of Preservation Hall to the Crescent City rhythms of rock and roll pioneer Fats Domino. Treat yourself to a century’s […]
Travis Anderson: piano, Gary Raynor: bass, Jay Epstein: drums at High Hat.
Immerse yourself in a new sonic frontier as sheets of saxophones, clarinet, flute, synths, bass, drums and cutting-edge effects paint a surreal, evocative picture of “three lights in the dark.” This new record debuts on Oct. 2 via the forward-thinking and ultra-modern New York City-based record label Youngbloods. The Nelson Devereaux Trio performs it live […]
A Night of Van Morrison, Rock, and Soul! The Belfast Cowboys are back for a night of Van Morrison and more. All of this in the fantastic Belvedere Under the Stars! Don’t miss this show! Dan Kowalke: Guitar and Backing Vocals Joe Baumgart: Bass Dave Kirby and Dave Haugen: Drums and Backing Vocals Joe Loskota: Keyboards and Backing Vocals […]
Music is medicine, and Connie Evingson’ s “Jazz Rx for Body & Soul” aims to deliver a healthy dose. For this installment, Connie welcomes longtime collaborators Patty & the Buttons for a night of hot club swing that’ll lift your spirit and soothe your soul. Sounds like what the Dr. ordered! Connie Evingson: Vocals Patrick […]
First Friday Jazz at House of Hope Presbyterian Church - Summit Avenue in St. Paul Minnesota. Featuring the Jazz Savvy Trio with special guest, saxophonist Dave Brattain (Cedar Avenue Big Band; Underground Jazz Collective; Steve Kenny Quintet) playing the GAS. Food and adult beverages. All ages and family-friendly with activities for kids.
Join The Top Three for an evening of dining and dancing in celebration of The Great American Songbook. Enjoy favorites from Sinatra, Louis Armstong, Nat King Cole, Dean Martin, Duke ElliJoin The Top Three for an evening of dining and dancing in celebration of The Great American Songbook. Enjoy favorites from Sinatra, Louis Armstong, Nat […]
Get ready for a very special evening with Herb Alpert and his brand-new Tijuana Brass. Herb along with his six great musicians will be playing all your favorite TJB hit songs just as you remember.
Versatile drummer Kevin Washington makes jazz for the future. He often incorporates other genres, from Afro-Latin music to hip-hop and R&B beats. Kevin Washington - Drums John Rose - Violin David Feily - Guitar Chresten Hyde - Percussion Ryan Freitas - Bass Omar Abdulkarim - Trumpet Laeton Olaleye - Saxophone
Paul Harper, Phil Aaron, Tom Lewis, Jay Epstein at Volstead's
Music lovers, experience the joy of fall colors and fantastic local live music at this all-ages friendly, FREE music in the park event! 5th Annual "Highland Park Harmonies" Free Neighborhood Musical Event with 4 local bands, Kabomelette food truck and a food collection for Open Hands Midway food shelf. This year’s band line-up: 12:00-1:00 Boots […]
Framework (Chris Olson, Chris Bates, Jay Epstein) at Berlin
Dale Alexander, Graydon Peterson, Jay Epstein at Waterbury Restaurant
Back to School – Back to Basics. As a new school year begins (and as they celebrate the start of their 64th Season in Song), the Minnesota Boychoir will present sacred and secular classics from last season, including tunes that were performed during their debut performance at Carnegie Hall in June 2025. Mark Johnson: Conductor […]
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 […]
Bryan Nichols, Chris Rochester, Jay Epstein at Berlin
Singer-songwriter-pianist Scottie Miller has toured with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legend Bo Diddley. Also, Hal Leonard has published his work, and inducted three times into The Minnesota Blues Hall of Fame. Ruthie Foster and The Blind Boys of Alabama have recorded his songs. Bluebird Reviews named Miller Artist of the Year in 2023. This was in recognition […]
GoGo Penguin, the Manchester trio who inspirationally blend jazz, classical and electronic influences, return with a powerful new album, Necessary Fictions, which finds pianist, Chris Illingworth; bassist, Nick Blacka; and drummer, Jon Scott digging deep internally to reach “what we think are our integral, authentic qualities at this moment in time”. It’s a powerful driver […]
One of the most lyrical and intimate voices of contemporary jazz piano, Brad Mehldau has forged a unique path. Here, he embodies the essence of jazz exploration, classical romanticism and pop allure. Mehldau has garnered critical acclaim as a bandleader, and major international exposure in collaborations with Pat Metheny, Renee Fleming, and Joshua Redman. Furthermore, Mehldau continues […]
