What the world needs now is JUG MUSIC!!! A West Bank tradition since 1980. Come watch dozens of bands battle it out to see who will win the coveted Holliwood Waffle Iron! $5 donation at the door. Proceeds go to KBEM and KFAI. All ages! Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Unamplified Unaccompanied Unencumbered Trevor McSpadden presents a one-man acoustic show at the historic Waldmann Brewery. Two performances: 2pm & 4pm Upstairs in the Bison Room Tickets at trevormcspadden.com Please visit the Waldmann website for venue-specific information, including menu, beer, and parking. https://waldmannbrewery.com
Come celebrate Mardi Gras & Carnival—the exuberant party before the season of Lent begins—and join us for an afternoon of top-quality jazz at Christ Church Lutheran in Minneapolis. New Orleans has Mardi Gras; Brazil and the Caribbean have Carnival. Celebrate these fabulous musical traditions with a benefit concert at 4:00pm on Sunday, February 16. Bill […]
Pop – Jazz – R and B – Cabaret – Humor – Friendship An evening of switching musical chairs! Patty, Judi, Rachel and Lori are singing the songs that boys have made famous that they’ve ALWAYS wanted to sing! Patty Peterson, Judi Vinar, Rachel Holder and Lori Dokken (members of “the girls,” the “I Am […]
Grammy-winning artist Cory Henry has made a significant mark in the music industry. He recently won the award for Best Roots Gospel Album in 2025 for his deeply personal project, Church. This album reflects the rich musical heritage that has shaped his artistry and resonated with audiences worldwide. Additionally, PBS aired a documentary on the making of Church, providing an intimate […]
Open to students of ALL ages who love jazz—everyone is welcome, regardless of skill level, experience, or background. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a pro in another style, […]
6PM DOORS 7PM SHOW Food and beverage menu available the entire show $18 ADVANCE (+taxes/fees) $25 AT THE DOOR (+taxes) Celebrate Mardi Gras with "Feel-Good Music" from the Jack Brass Band, as Wynton Marsalis once said, "If you like your gumbo spicy, and your music hot, check out the Jack Brass Band. The Jack Brass […]
This show is taking place in both the Turf Club and Clown Lounge. Be sure to check out the Mardi Gras celebrations and bands playing on BOTH stages! And sponsored by Jazz88! The Brass Messengers are a Minneapolis street band playing mostly original music inspired by global sources. The BMs formed from the annual rubble […]
Fat Tuesday Party - No Cover
Pianist and singer Kandace Springs is one of the premier female artists of the jazz/soul genre. Her natural gifts for lyricism and soulfulness have earned her recognition worldwide. Further, her late mentor Prince described her as having “a voice that could melt snow”. The Nashville native has racked up an impressive list of accomplishments. Here, she has […]
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 […]
Extraordinary vocalist Michael Mayo will accompany himself on piano and keys in his Minnesota debut. ⊹ Whether Michael Mayo is performing with his band, as a guest, or alone with a looper pedal and a piano, the Los Angeles native’s commanding, otherworldly vocalese has been gathering critical and commercial acclaim around the globe. Mayo attended […]
Contemporary Tango, New Music, Cutting-Edge Tango Charles Gorczynski Tango Quartet plays the music of contemporary tango composers and the work of iconoclast bandoneonist Astor Piazzolla, carving out their own space […]
Fusion Horn Band New Nostalgia is a Chicago-based instrumental ensemble band formed in 2017. Led by saxophonist and award-winning composer/arranger Neil Carson, this 9-piece “fusion horn band” blends the sophistication of jazz, the accessibility of pop, and the raw intensity of rock into a genre-defying experience. Known for their intricate-yet-catchy arrangements and virtuosic ensemble playing, New Nostalgia delivers a […]
Minneapolis-based pianist and composer, Mary Louise Knutson, has been called "one of the most exciting and innovative 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. Knutson's long-awaited new jazz trio CD, In […]
Peter Kogan Jazz. Every 2nd Thursday at MetroNOME.
Just for You debuts with an inaugural performance by The Marvelous Leonardo—an intimate evening of live music in low light, where sound, atmosphere, and closeness take center stage. Designed as a deeply personal musical experience, Just for You strips away the excess and invites you into presence. This is music meant to be felt up […]
A duo ensemble born from a childhood friendship in the Midwest, Joe Westerlund (Megafaun, DeYarmond Edison) and Trever Hagen (Bon Iver) have merged their solo work on drums and trumpet into a distinct sound world of melodic, rhythmic, and lush electroacoustic texture. The pair pays respect to this instrumentation’s historical context, while reaching further into […]
