Composer/poet JJJJJerome Ellis will share contemplative soundscapes using piano, electronics, and vocals. Opener Mary Hanson Scott will create live compositions with saxophone and electronics, exploring the interplay between sound, the body, the earth, and the cosmos. ⊹ “The five J’s in this multidisciplinary artist’s name represent a central fact of his life and work: He […]
Louis Michot is best known as the fiddle player and lead singer for the Grammy award-winning Lost Bayou Ramblers, but his passion for Louisiana French and local folklore, and sustainability in the fastest disappearing landmass in the world, are what fuel his career as a musician. With two Grammy awards, six film scores, and over […]
Live jazz with vocalist Leslie Vincent, featuring bassist Matt McIntyre and drummer Ben Ehrlich.
Steve Kenny Quintet will play a few selections from the recently released “Blue Chunks” CD intermixed with some crowd-pleasing favorite Jazz Standards selected from the group’s multiple years of performances.
Doug Little & Havana Highlife is a quintet that combines the sizzle of salsa with the harmonic richness of jazz. This project swims the seas between musical genres, showcasing intriguing, entrancing Latin jazz at its best. ⊹ The group is led by saxophonist, flutist, and composer Doug Little. Little has studied in Brazil and Cuba, […]
The Cedar is proud to welcome back folk songwriter Dar Williams, described as "one of America's very best singer-songwriters" by the New Yorker. Her new album is out this September on Ani DiFranco's Righteous Babe Records. “It’s a highway, filled with deep, exotic colors and beautiful delicate things as well as the perils that come […]
John Oates is celebrating twenty-five years as an accomplished solo recording artist. John celebrated this milestone by releasing his newest project, 2025’s self-titled album Oates. Oates is a co-founder of the most successful duo in rock history, Hall & Oates. Thus, he is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and The American Songwriters Hall […]
Red Planet has been lighting up the Twin Cities jazz scene since 2003 with their fearless blend of originals and bold reimaginings of Coltrane, Monk, and Hendrix. Featuring guitarist Dean […]
The Rondo Community Music Series Presents Elisha Phillip Join us for an evening with Elisha Phillip, a dynamic musician, producer, and audio engineer bringing his distinctive sound to the Rondo Community Music Series. Experience the creative world of Minneapolis-based artist Elisha Phillip. Drawing inspiration from his musical family, he began his journey playing drums in church and […]
An Evening of Jazz, Fusion, Comedy Experience the evolution of sound as dizzy brings their “new spin on classic jazz” to the legendary stage at Crooners Dunsmore Room. This high-energy performance pairs reimagined jazz standards with a set of brand-new songs and a fresh batch of quick-witted jokes. Expect an evening of sophisticated arrangements, great […]
Altan is celebrating forty years on the road, bringing their native music to world-renowned stages. They have played Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House, and Dublin’s National Concert Hall. They have also played the famous Glastonbury Festival, Tradfest Temple Bar in Dublin, and Festival Interceltique de Lorient in Brittany. Building on this history, their latest album, 2024’s Donegal, has […]
Come see the Power of 10 Jazz Quartet at The High Hat on Saturday, March 7th from 7pm - 9pm. $10 cover or a 2 drink minimum. The Power of 10 Jazz Quartet brings a bold twist to the classics and the charts. A spin-off of the 10-piece band Power of 10, the quartet delivers a […]
