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SUMMARY:Hamilton de Holanda at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:Hamilton de Holanda is one of Brazil’s most celebrated musicians—a global ambassador\, virtuoso performer\, and groundbreaking improviser. Picking up the mandolin at the age of five\, he redefined the ten-string version of the instrument. Then\, he transformed it into a versatile voice that bridges the worlds of jazz\, choro\, and beyond. \nThe foundation of his music comes from a combination of family encouragement and formal training with a university degree in composition. Additionally\, the freedom of Brasília’s choro street jams\, where he grew up. \nHamilton is a multi-award-winning musician. He is a four-time Latin Grammy winner with seventeen nominations—including a Grammy nod for Best Latin Jazz Album. In Brazil\, he has achieved star status\, earning widespread acclaim from critics\, peers\, and audiences alike. \nFurthermore\, Hamilton’s influence continues to grow\, due to his unique approach to improvisation and electrifying stage presence. In 2024 alone\, he achieved 14 million streams across 180 countries and reached over 800\,000 monthly listeners on Spotify. \nIn addition to his career as a performer\, Hamilton was one of the founders of the world’s first Choro School. There\, this was established in Brasília in 1997. He also spearheaded a petition to Brazil’s National Congress to establish a National Day of Choro. Thus\, this helps secure the genre’s cultural legacy. \nHamilton’s career is defined by his ability to blend Brazilian traditions with global sounds. His collaborations include Wynton Marsalis\, Chick Corea\, Milton Nascimento\, Djavan\, Gonzalo Rubalcaba\, Dave Matthews\, John Paul Jones\, and Hermeto Pascoal. \nHamilton’s music connects cultures\, celebrates diversity\, and pushes the boundaries of sound\, solidifying his place as a true innovator and cultural ambassador.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/hamilton-de-holanda-at-dakota/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Barlow Sings Standards at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Barlow and his exceptionally gifted ensemble will present an enchanting evening of timeless jazz/R&B classics designed to captivate and invigorate your spirit. \nBand Members:\nNathan Barlow – Lead Vocals\nTrevor Peterson – Bass\nEric Mayson – Keyboard/Vocals\nToby Ramaswamy – Drums \n⊹ \nVocalist Nathan Barlow has played all over the Twin Cities at venues such as First Avenue Mainroom and 7th St Entry\, Turf Club\, the Armory\, Crooners Supper Club\, Green Room\, and Berlin. Before he released his debut album in 2023 and started playing shows\, Barlow also performed as an actor in many theaters across Minnesota\, including the Guthrie\, 10\,000 Things\, Penumbra\, Pillsbury House Theater\, Theater Latte Da\, Children’s Theater Company\, Playwright Center\, Trademark Theater\, and Mixed Blood.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/barlow-sings-standards-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bruce A. Henry at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:Known as a “man of great musical imagination\,” Bruce Henry is an internationally-known vocalist\, composer\, storyteller\, recording artist and educator. Additionally\, Bruce teaches musical history\, traditions and culture as he entertains and enraptures audiences with his vocal agility. Anchored in Chicago\, with roots in the Twin Cities\, Bruce shares his expertise and creativity across the nation and overseas. \nBruce is a singer and bandleader with a long history of stellar jazz concerts\, moving R&B shows and revered tribute performances. Here\, his tribute shows entertain audiences with inspired interpretations of classics. Furthermore\, he has honored Stevie Wonder\, Al Jarreau\, Marvin Gaye\, Ray Charles\, Duke Ellington and George Gershwin. As a vocalist extraordinaire\, he handles an eclectic mix of styles with ease.  \nBoth his voice and mind are treasures\, and a concert\, residency or workshop with Bruce is not to be missed. They leave you lifted\, enriched and energized from his performance. Moreover\, you become more knowledgeable\, reflective and inspired from his innate ability to teach. Also\, he developed his program The Evolution of African American Music for residencies\, informative concerts and published curriculum. Time spent in community with Bruce and friends\, whether in concert or workshop\, is pure joy.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/bruce-a-henry-at-dakota-jazz-club/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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SUMMARY:Laugh The Night Away With Erin And Jay Cabaret at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:Bring Your Requests for a Night of FUN Cabaret!\nKick off your weekend while you “Laugh The Night Away with Erin and Jay Cabaret”. They will be rounding out your week with some of their all time favorites\, and lots of requests from you! Share an intimate night with Erin and Jay in the Dunsmore Room! Up close and personal! \nErin Schwab: Vocals \nJay Fuchs: Piano\, Vocals \nErin Schwab and Jay Fuchs have been playing together in the Twin Cities and across the US for over 25 years and have written and performed many shows including their very popular Naughty and Nice holiday shows. Jay was the head of the Music Theory Department at McNally Smith College of Music\, Erin was on the Voice and Ensemble Faculty. Erin and Jay started Cabaret Camp and has now evolved the original classes to cultivate a new group\, the Cabaret All-Stars. Erin is the audience coordinator and a regular Jason Show Contributor on Fox 9. She also is a Director of Educational Theater and Teaching Artist and one of the co-founders of ETC Productions\, a new Educational Theater Company in the Twin Cities.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/laugh-the-night-away-with-erin-and-jay-cabaret-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bandcakes at Arts on LaFond
DESCRIPTION:Warm up your weekend with a delicious breakfast\, camaraderie and festive music! \nMega Yacht and Pick\, Buttons & Bow will play from 9am-12pm
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/bandcakes-at-arts-on-lafond/
LOCATION:Zion Community Commons\, 1697 Lafond Ave.\, St. Paul\, 55104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Michael O'Brien\, Ian Duerr\, Jay Epstein
DESCRIPTION:Michael O’Brien . Bassist. Composer. Educator Michael O’Brien studied bass under Anthony Cox\, and West African and Haitian percussion under Marc Anderson. Michael has been performing and composing for over a decade with such notables as Gene Pitney\, Dave King\, Jeff Kashiwa\, Todd Reynolds\, Wessel Anderson\, David Binney\, The Jazz Mandolin Project\, Joel Harrison\, Marty Haugin\, Peter Ostroushko\, Christian Howes\, John Van Ohlen\, Hod O’Brien\, Stephanie Nakasian\, Dan Weiss\, Marc Giuliana\, Roseanna Vitro\, Daniel Kelly\, Marc Anderson\, Mary Ellen Childs\, Bruce Henry\, Laura Caviani\, Electropolis\, Clay Moore\, Daniel Alexander Jones\, J. Otis Powell!\, Connie Evingson\, and Prudence Johnson. His compositions are performed by the acclaimed string quartet Ethel\, the Clay Moore trio\, the Kelly Rossum Quintet\, Electropolis\, the April Sellers Dance Collective\, and Karen Lyu and Global Jazz. In June of 2004 Michaels’ composition “Pine” was premired by Ethel at the International Festival of Arts and Ideas in New Haven\, CT. Ethel debuted “Pine” at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C in January of 2005. Michael has been commissioned by the Jazz is Now Orchestra through the Jerome Foundation. He has had compositions recorded on Kelly Rossums’ “The Party’s Over/Begun” and “Renovation”\, Electropolis’ “More Music for Trips”\, and Karen Lyu and Global Jazz’s “live”. In 2004 Michael received the New Mexico Music Industry Award for Best Remake with the group New York Louie and Friends. The Kelly Rossum Quintets cd “Renovation” was voted one of the top ten cds released in 2004 by the City Pages. The Star and Tribune voted it one of the top ten local releases and one of the top twenty overalll releases of 2004. The Kelly Rossum Quintet were also nominated for the best acoustic jazz group\, and best jazz recording for the 2004 Minnesota Music Awards. Electropolis was nominated for the category of Best New Artist in the 2003 Minnesota Music Awards. O’Brien’s experience includes inter-arts collaborations with The Choreographers Evening in collaboration with Choreographer April Sellers; Three Legged Races’ Summer Blizzard in “La Chanteuse Nubiene” collaborating with playwright Daniel Alexander’ Jones\, the Miami production of “Gershwin the Klezmer”; the Illusion Theater’s productions of “Spirit House” and” Another Song About Paris”; composer Mary Ellen Childs’ percussion and choreography piece\, “Crash”\, the Zorongo Flamenco dance company\, and collaborations with the poet J. Otis Powell! Michael has performed at the IAJE (International Jazz Educators conference)\, PASIC (Percussive Arts Societies International Convention)\, American Composers Forums’ Sonic Circuits Festival\, the Musica Mundi Choir festival and competition\, the LaCrosse Jazz Festival\, and the Twin Cities’ Hot Summer Jazz Festival.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/michael-obrien-ian-duerr-jay-epstein/
LOCATION:Volstead’s Emporium\, 711 W Lake St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Halloween\, Alaska: Farewell Performance at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:Halloween\, Alaska’s churning\, meditative sound neither embodies youth\, naivety\, anger nor desperation. It’s a unique statement from a veteran band with a persistent cult following and a distinctive indie M.O. Moreover\, listeners can hear and feel its influence far beyond its native Minneapolis. \nIn the early ’00s\, Halloween\, Alaska took root as a semi-electronic diversion from its members’ primary rock/jazz projects. Here\, these included The Bad Plus\, 12 Rods\, Love-cars\, Happy Apple\, and more. A self-titled debut album made sufficient waves to inspire more recording\, more shows\, more expenditures\, more experimentation. Then\, the group has continued to expand its palette outward from a dedicated core of arty\, ambient rock. \n2018’s Le Centre reveals an audacious set from a group that embraced electronic elements with live instruments well before such practices became standard. Le Centre reveals Halloween\, Alaska as a warmly human outfit. Here\, lyrics and themes neither strive for earnestness nor dismiss it. \nThe band’s songs exude a range of commanding moods and textures. Here\, frenetic indie-prog with unlikely pinches of R&B or blue-eyed soul\, complemented by a Prince-inflected guitar solo. There\, a modernist mash-up of Spoon and a Steely Dan B-side. They traverse post-D’Angelo funk through the lens of hazy ’90s slow-core. Then\, their slow-burning dance floor balladry harkens to the band’s ambient ’00s origins. \nInitially\, Halloween\, Alaska started as a true side project\, an outlet for indulging electronic tones and an almost meditative restraint. Over the last two decades\, the group has adapted and endured with a collaborative\, experimental spirit. Here\, they confidently color outside the lines without betraying the ultimate beauty of the bigger picture.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/halloween-alaska-farewell-performance-at-dakota-jazz-club/2026-01-23/2/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gus Sandberg Quartet at Jazz Central Studios
DESCRIPTION:Saxophonist\, Gus Sandberg\, comes to jazz central with this quartet. \n \nFeaturing: \nGus Sandberg – woodwinds \nSean Turner – piano \nMatt McIntyre – bass \nReid Kennedy – drums
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/gus-sandberg-quartet-at-jazz-central-studios/
LOCATION:MN
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SUMMARY:Aaron Shapiro at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Aaron Shapiro will lead a quartet in a set of original works crafted over the past decade in Chicago\, each piece shaped by his experiences performing and collaborating throughout the city’s creative music scenes. \nBand Members:\nAaron Shapiro – Guitar\nNate Lepine – Saxophone /Flute\nJohn Sutton – Bass\nTommaso Moretti – Drums \n✧ \nGuitarist and composer Aaron Shapiro has been an active part of Chicago’s music community for over a decade. Raised in a musical family and trained in classical guitar from an early age\, he later developed a focus on jazz and turned his attention to composing works for big band\, organ trio\, and collaborative work with vocalists. His work has taken him to renowned venues including Pritzker Pavilion\, Ravinia’s Bennett Gordon Hall\, Andy’s Jazz Club\, and the Green Mill. As a sideman\, he has played at the Salt Shed\, Riot Fest\, and Metro\, and he has performed alongside artists such as Esperanza Spaulding and Marquis Hill.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/aaron-shapiro-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Big Blue Moon & The JB Factor at MetroNOME
DESCRIPTION:Modern jazz from south Minneapolis. Creating and improvising\, without worrying about what jazz should be. Big Blue Moon features a flexible lineup around Nick Bhalla’s piano.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/big-blue-moon-the-jb-factor-at-metronome/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T190000
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SUMMARY:Mary Louise Knutson Trio
DESCRIPTION:The Mary Louise Knutson Trio featuring Mary Louise at the piano\, bassist Dan Carpel\, and drummer David Schmalenberger. For decades following its opening in 1935\, The Lex\, as it’s called by locals and enthusiasts alike\, was the place to be seen; business dealings\, cocktail hours\, and milestone celebrations were a regular occurrence for St. Paul socialites. Now\, more than 80 years later\, new owners have restored the restaurant. The new\, elevated menu brings back supper club favorites along with new interpretations of classic dishes. \nAn Evening of Expressive\, Groovy Jazz \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. 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\nDavid Schmalenberger : Drums \nJazz pianist Mary Louise Knutson ‘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 by the Star Tribune as\, “…timeless\, classic piano trio music\, right up there with Bill Evans and Bill Charlap.” From 2010-2018\, Knutson toured with trumpeter Doc Severinsen\, former bandleader for the Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson. \nKnutson is often heard with area vocalists Connie Evingson and Patty Peterson (Jazz Women All Stars); and with a variety of instrumental groups including the JazzMN Orchestra and the Minnesota Orchestra. Knutson 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. www.marylouiseknutson.com
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mary-louise-knutson-trio/
LOCATION:The Lexington\, 1096 GRAND AVE\, SAINT PAUL\, MN\, 55105\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bernadette Spray & Friends : A Benefit Show for Fraser at Crooners Supper Club
DESCRIPTION:Jazz\, Contempory\, and Classic American Songbook\nFor this show\, Bernadette will be singing an eclectic mix of new and old jazz arrangements. She will be sharing her own journey of how jazz can be a powerful and positive way to exercise and build social connections through music. \nThe proceeds from this show will go to Fraser\, an organization helping to meet the critical community demand for inclusive and culturally responsive autism\, mental/behavioral health\, and disability services in the Twin Cities. \nJake Baldwin: Trumpet \nBen Ehrlich: Drums \nTed Godbout: Piano \nSteve Pikal: Bass \nBernadette Brownrigg Spray is a jazz singer who is making a name for herself among the Twin Cities Jazz community. With her unique style and scatting abilities\, Bernadette breathes new life into the Great American Songbook. Diagnosed with autism at age 2\, Bernadette discovered singing as her best way to communicate with the world around her. Bernadette’s strong affinity for jazz started at age 7. Her influences include Ella Fitzgerald\, Billie Holiday\, and Sarah Vaughn to name just a few. Bernadette holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Augsburg University. She has performed at Jazz Central Studios\, Crooners\, The Metronome\, Volsteads\, The Berlin\, as well as Taste of MN and The Twin Cities Jazz Festival. She is a current recipient of a MN State Arts Board grant.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/bernadette-spray-friends-a-benefit-show-for-fraser-at-crooners-supper-club/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Triage: Chris Lomheim\, Michael O'Brien\, Jay Epstein
DESCRIPTION:Lomheim/OBrien/Epstein – This piano trio’s new disc\, “Triage” has the most extraordinary lyricism coupled with a rich and robust expression of melody in every one of their compositions. The interplay of weaving their improvisations has a unity of beauty and emotional intensity that is quite rare in the jazz world. All compositions by Chris Lomheim or Michael O’Brien. – Kevin Finnerty
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/triage-chris-lomheim-michael-obrien-jay-epstein-2/
LOCATION:BERLIN Club\, 204 North First Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Swingin’ On a Star at the Wabasha St. Caves\, Thursday\,  1/22
DESCRIPTION:The joyful jazz of the Great American Songbook lights up the Wabasha Street Caves (215 Wabasha Street S.\, St Paul) on Thursday\, Jan. 22.\nAll ages welcome.\nAdmission is $10 – $15 with a free swing dance lesson included\, 6:15 – 7:00 pm.\nLet yourself go!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/swingin-on-a-star-at-the-wabasha-st-caves-thursday-1-22/
LOCATION:Wabasha Street Caves\, 215 Wabasha St S\, Saint Paul\, MN\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Hanson":MAILTO:peterhanson02@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Dave Hagedorn\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Dave Hagedorn is a retired Artist in Residence at St. Olaf College in Northfield\, MN\, where he taught percussion\, jazz studies\, and world music. In June\, 2019\, Downbeat magazine awarded St. Olaf Jazz I an Outstanding Performance amongundergraduate large jazz ensembles\, and in June\, 2011\, Downbeat magazine deemed St. Olaf Jazz I to be the “Best Undergraduate Large Jazz Ensemble” in the 34th annual student music awards. This group had a very successful cultural exchange tour in Cuba in March of 2016. He holds degrees from the Eastman School of Music\, New England Conservatory\, and the University of Minnesota.Hagdorn has a number of jazz albums as a leader: “Solid/Liquid” on the artegra label in SACD format released in October of 2003\, and a duo album with pianist Dan Cavanagh\, “Horizon”\, released in December of 2010. Released in April 2014 is a recording with the Chris Bates Good Vibes Trio. The latest release is “20 Years”\, also recorded with Dan Cavanagh\, released in January\, 2018. He has recorded with the George Russell Living Time Orchestra on Blue Note Recordings (nominated for a Grammy award)\, jazz singer Debbie Duncan on Igmod Recordings\, Brian Setzer Big Band\, Pete Whitman X-tet\, Phil Hey Quartet\, the Out to Lunch Quintet\, and with the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra on Teldec Recordings. Hagedorn regularly performs in the Twin Cities with groups such as the Phil Hey Quartet\, Inatnas Jazz Orchestra\, and Chris Bates Good Vibes Trio. On the classical side of music\, he also has performed with the Minnesota Orchestra\, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra\, Minnesota Opera\, Vocal Essence\, Cantus\, The Mormon Tabernacle Choir\, and the Grand Teton Festival Orchestra.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dave-hagedorn-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T193000
DTSTAMP:20251216T194930Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Nights: A Winter Jazz Affair at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Jazz and Blues\nSlip into the glow of Blue Nights\, with an intimate evening of jazz and blues with the Amy Manette Band. Featuring the sounds of Etta James\, Diana Krall\, Norah Jones\, and more. This show captures the magic of winter evenings: cool\, elegant\, and full of soul. \nAmy Manette: Lead Vocals \nAndrew McNamara: Keyboards \nBrad Holmberg: Guitar \nDave Urness: Bass \nMarv Topp: Drums/Vocals \nThe Amy Manette Band has performed at numerous Twin Cities and Southern Minnesota venues for over twelve years\, performing a dynamic blend of jazz\, blues\, and soul.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/blue-nights-a-winter-jazz-affair-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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GEO:45.080014;-93.243633
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crooners Supper Club 6161 State Hwy 65 Fridley MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6161 State Hwy 65:geo:-93.243633,45.080014
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T213000
DTSTAMP:20260105T212213Z
CREATED:20260105T212213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T212213Z
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SUMMARY:Cody Steinmann at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed Minneapolis jazz guitarist and composer Cody Steinmann brings his quartet to Berlin as the first stop of his 2026 Midwest tour—right in his hometown. \nBand Members:\nCody Steinmann – Guitar\nCalvin Caron – Bass\nSolomon Parham\nNick Zuck – Drums \n⊹ \nJazz88 (KBEM) calls Cody Steinmann “one of the most prolific guitarists in the Twin Cities.” Known for being an outstanding composer and improviser\, Steinmann has worked with Ben Williams\, JD Allen\, Javier Santiago\, Russ Johnson\, Nic Cacioppo\, Solomon Parham\, Anthony Fung\, Max Gerl\, and Fode Bangoura. Steinmann’s genre-defying style\, technical prowess\, and deep emotional expression resonate with his fans.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/cody-steinmann-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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GEO:44.982616;-93.263752
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260105T193251Z
CREATED:20260105T193251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T193251Z
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SUMMARY:Yellowjackets at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:Throughout their storied forty-three-year history\, the Yellowjackets have recorded twenty-six albums\, and received sixteen Grammy nominations\, winning two. Additionally\, they have performed countless sold-out tours\, and enjoyed worldwide critical acclaim and commercial success. \nThe Yellowjackets formed in the late 1970’s as the backup band for guitarist Robben Ford. They recorded their first album together in 1980. Shortly after that recording\, however\, Ford decided to part ways and go in a different musical direction. As a result\, the modern-day Yellowjackets were formed — a trio with Russell Ferrante\, Jimmy Haslip and Ricky Lawson. Since then\, and with the addition of Bob Mintzer\, the Yellowjackets have gained and maintained prominence as one of jazz’s most influential and loved groups. \nOver the years the band has undergone numerous lineup changes. Never failing to rise to the inevitable challenges of adjustment\, the Yellowjackets have maintained an extraordinarily high quality of musicianship. Moreover\, this superb musicianship is the rival of many but a surprise to no one who knows and appreciates the band and their music. \nThe most recent addition to the band adds Australian bass player Dane Alderson into the mix. With his exceptional rhythmic sensibility and natural disposition toward groove\, Dane brings a new energy to the band and adds a youthful approach to the music. \nTheir recent albums are a true testament to the longevity and resilience of a band who debuted over forty years ago. Consistently reinventing themselves through elevated instrumentation in their signature electro-acoustic soundscape\, the current lineup showcases a collective at their prime.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/yellowjackets-at-dakota-jazz-club/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T213000
DTSTAMP:20251215T151851Z
CREATED:20251215T151851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T151851Z
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SUMMARY:Dale Alexander\, Dan Carpel\, Jay Epstein at Waterbury Restaurant
DESCRIPTION:At the age of 24\, Dale Alexander 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-4/
LOCATION:Waterbury Restaurant\, 3012 Excelsior Blvd\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Waterbury Restaurant":MAILTO:info@waterburympls.com
GEO:44.948056;-93.31905
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T220000
DTSTAMP:20251201T182810Z
CREATED:20251201T182810Z
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SUMMARY:Paris Nights: Red Hot Django Peppers & Hot Club Mania
DESCRIPTION:“fantastic Django Reinhardt-inspired melodies” – Baby Blue Arts \nThe Red Hot Django Peppers are a fiery Twin Cities–based hot club band. They are devoted to keeping the spirit of Django Reinhardt alive while adding their own spark to the tradition. Also\, the group is led by guitarist Ryan Picone\, an acolyte of world-renowned guitarist Stéphane Wrembel. Also\, they feature 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. \nIn 2024\, The Peppers made history as one of the first hot club bands to play the legendary Blue Ox Festival. There\, they quickly became the talk of the festival. Their momentum continues in 2025 as they join an international lineup of world-class players at the prestigious Midwest Gypsy Swing Fest. \nThe Red Hot Django Peppers’ audience grows with each performance. Here\, they are not just torchbearers of Django’s legacy\, but innovators bringing new energy and excitement to hot club jazz. \nHot Club Mania features an exceptional stylistic dimension with prodigious improvisation – a group not to be missed. Experience a spontaneous\, vivid performance by some of Minnesota’s most stellar artists played in the Django Reinhardt French swing tradition. \nThe ensemble includes the unmistakable mastery of jazz violinist Gary Schulte\, plus the diverse guitar styling of Glen Helgeson. Also\, 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. Helgeson is a true jazz ambassador\, bringing diverse styles to people\, and manifesting an unusual ability to write in those genres. \nRecommended for fans of Django Reinhardt\, Stephane Wrembel\, Dorado Schmitt and Bireli Lagrene.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/paris-nights-red-hot-django-peppers-hot-club-mania/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dakota Jazz Club":MAILTO:dakotacooks.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T213000
DTSTAMP:20260105T211606Z
CREATED:20260105T211606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T211606Z
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SUMMARY:Bigger Shoe at Jazz Central
DESCRIPTION:Bigger Shoe is an original jazz group formed in late 2015 by saxophonists Joe Mayo and Clay Pufahl. Members also include Joey Van Phillips (drums)\, Matt Peterson (bass)\, and Dylan Nau (guitar).
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/bigger-shoe-at-jazz-central/
LOCATION:Jazz Central Studios\, 407 Central Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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GEO:44.987811;-93.253899
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260105T190733Z
CREATED:20260105T190733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T190733Z
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SUMMARY:A Very Special Evening with Steve Clarke – A Birthday Celebration in Music at Crooners Supper Club
DESCRIPTION:A Special Birthday Celebration!\nMulti-instrumentalist and multi-award winner Steve Clarke returns to Crooners in celebration of his birthday. His rich and soaring sounds combined with his all-star rhythm section make for an enchanting evening of jazz and blues. Steve has put together a special set of music just for the evening. Some his favorite things\, songs that thrill and delight for this special milestone night. You don’t want to miss this! \nSteve Clarke: Tenor\, Soprano\, Bartione Saxophones\, Flute\, Bass Flute \nTed Godbout: Piano\, Trombone \nTom Lewis: Bass \nHaralds Bondaris: Drums \nSteve Clarke is one of the most active players in the twin cities\, recording and with musicians not only from Twin Cities area but coast to coast. Steve has 11 Minnesota Music Awards\, 3 Grammy Nominations (including work in a Ringo Starr DVD); 3 MSP Nice Awards and has been inducted into the Mid-America Music Hall of Fame. He has appeared on over 100 recordings in all styles of music from pop to jazz\, rock to folk and world music.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/a-very-special-evening-with-steve-clarke-a-birthday-celebration-in-music-at-crooners-supper-club/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T003000
DTSTAMP:20251216T152746Z
CREATED:20251216T152746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T152746Z
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SUMMARY:Phil Aaron\, Dan Carpel\, Jay Epstein at Volstead's
DESCRIPTION:Phil Aaron has been a mainstay in the Twin Cities jazz scene for over thirty years. Phil has recorded five CD’s and has performed with many national and international musicians\, including Lee Konitz\, Eric Alexander\, Delfeayo Marsalis\, Jim Rotondi\, Jim Snidero\, Byron Stripling\, Kendra Shank\, Evan Christopher\, John Fedchock\, Jackie Allen and Barbara Morrison. He’s an accompanist to many Twin Cities singers and a sideman in a number of instrumental groups. Phil has received local and international recognition as a composer for film and TV\, including numerous Telly Awards\, International Film Festival awards\, an International Monitor award\, and two Midwest Regional Emmys.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/phil-aaron-dan-carpel-jay-epstein-at-volsteads/
LOCATION:Volstead’s Emporium\, 711 W Lake St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Volstead's Emporium":MAILTO:info@volsteads.net
GEO:44.948289;-93.288187
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Volstead’s Emporium 711 W Lake St Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=711 W Lake St:geo:-93.288187,44.948289
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T213000
DTSTAMP:20260105T210949Z
CREATED:20260105T210949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T210949Z
UID:10007564-1768680000-1768685400@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Gold Minefield with Special Guests! at Jazz Central
DESCRIPTION:Longtime Low bassist and comic artist Zak Sally joins the rhythm section of Roma di Luna (JG Everest\, Ryan Lovan\, and Ben Durrant) and woodwind artist Matty Harris to perform longform dreamscapes rooted in jazz\, noise\, indie rock\, and free improvisation.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/gold-minefield-with-special-guests-at-jazz-central/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T220000
DTSTAMP:20260105T210550Z
CREATED:20260105T210550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T210550Z
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SUMMARY:Tram at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Tram is a trio featuring Andrew Tomten on saxophone\, Matt McIntyre on hybrid guitar\, and Toby Ramaswamy on drums. Inspired by the music of Stanton Moore and Charlie Hunter\, the group plays a mix of funk-jazz originals as well as interpretations of standards. For this show\, vocalist Aby Wolf will join the fray\, featuring on a number of songs.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/tram-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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GEO:44.982616;-93.263752
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T193000
DTSTAMP:20251215T210226Z
CREATED:20251215T210226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T210226Z
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SUMMARY:The Red Hot Django Peppers CD Release at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:The Music of Django Reinhardt\nThe Red Hot Django Peppers after 8 years in the Twin Cities are releasing their first debut album. \nRyan Picone: Lead Guitar \nDaniel Lentz: Violin \nIan Stenlund: Rhythm Guitar \nSean Roderick: Bass \n  \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. \nIn 2024\, The Red Hot Django Peppers made history as one of the first Hot Club jazz bands to perform at the legendary Blue Ox Festival\, quickly becoming the talk of the festival. Their momentum continues in 2025 as they join an international lineup of world-class players—including Paulus Schafer—at the prestigious Midwest Gypsy 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. \nWith each performance\, The Red Hot Django Peppers prove themselves not just as torchbearers of Django’s legacy\, but as innovators bringing new energy and excitement to Hot Club jazz.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/the-red-hot-django-peppers-cd-release-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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GEO:45.080014;-93.243633
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T230000
DTSTAMP:20251208T214628Z
CREATED:20251208T214628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T214628Z
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SUMMARY:JOSÉ ANTONIO ZAYAS CABÁN AND {TRÉS} WITH SPECIAL GUEST MIGUEL ZENÓN
DESCRIPTION:{Trés} Live at the Cedar: Puerto Rico\, Jazz & Chamber Music \nJoin {Trés} and special guest Miguel Zenón for a night of electrifying chamber music that blurs the lines between classical\, jazz\, and folkloric traditions. Featuring selections from Pedacito de Tierra—a bold\, genre-defying work blending chamber music\, electronics\, and oral histories from the Puerto Rican diaspora\, plus vibrant works by Puerto Rican composers and music rooted in the rhythms of the Caribbean and the Americas\, this concert explores improvisation\, memory\, and movement. An intimate\, expressive experience that invites audiences into a soundscape of cultural depth and musical innovation.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/jose-antonio-zayas-caban-and-tres-with-special-guest-miguel-zenon/
LOCATION:The Cedar Cultural Center\, 416 Cedar Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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GEO:44.969633;-93.247313
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T220000
DTSTAMP:20260105T210052Z
CREATED:20260105T210052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T210052Z
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SUMMARY:Julian Davis Reid & Circle of Trust at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Julian Davis Reid is a contemplative\, emotionally dynamic pianist and composer. His group’s two-set performance of his new album\, Vocation\, will explore the relationships in his life most precious to him and will invite you to explore those most precious to you. \nBand Members:\nJulian Davis Reid – Piano\nRunere Brooks – Bass\nJames Russell Sims – Drums\nTramaine Parker – Vocals \n⊹ \nJulian Davis Reid is a contemplative pianist and composer from Chicago who seeks our collective transformation as the new world unfolds. Julian’s compositions and performances are emotionally dynamic\, drawing from the worlds of Robert Glasper\, Keith Jarrett\, and Herbie Hancock. Julian steadily releases and performs music under his own name—Julian Davis Reid & Circle of Trust—and with his jazz-electronic fusion group The JuJu Exchange. He has recently released his first two full-length releases: Vocation\, under his own name\, and BEHOLD with The JuJu Exchange. \nA former member of Isaiah Collier & The Chosen Few\, Julian has performed across North America and Europe at events including the Montreal Jazz Fest\, Lollapalooza\, and the Berlin Jazz Fest. He has also created with Jennifer Hudson\, Chance the Rapper\, Tank and the Bangas\, Andrew Bird\, Jamila Woods\, Derrick Hodge\, Keyon Harrold\, Kenneth Whalum\, Nat Reeves\, and Abiodun Oyewole from The Last Poets. \nAn award-winning writer\, Julian shares about his journey as an artist-theologian on his Substack “Julian’s Note.” He has published essays in several books\, including Naming the Spirit: Pneumatology through the Arts (2025). In 2021\, Julian founded a project in contemplative spirituality called Notes of Rest\, which offers an integrated approach to faith\, restfulness\, and Black music. Julian’s work has been covered in the New York Times\, Forbes\, Sojourners\, Billboard\, and DownBeat. He lives in Chicago with his wife and daughter.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/julian-davis-reid-circle-of-trust-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Canadh Croí—“Badenya” Album Release Concert at Celtic Junction
DESCRIPTION:Please join Canadh Croí as we celebrate the release of our debut album “Badenya”. \nCanadh Croí is a multi-cultural musical ensemble that combines the complex and irresistible rhythms of West Africa with the beautiful\, flowing melodies of Ireland and Scotland. The group features a stellar lineup of Twin Cities musicians\, ranging from internationally recognized masters to dedicated young artists carrying these traditions into the next generation. \nThe African rhythms are provided by brothers Fodé and Sana Bangoura\, as well as Fodé’s son Fara Bangoura. Before coming to the Twin Cities and founding the Minneapolis-based group Duniya Drum and Dance\, Fodé was the lead drummer for the national ballet of Guinea\, Les Ballets Africains\, and Sana was the principal dancer and assistant director of the Guinean drum and dance ensemble Wassasso. Fara has been drumming and performing since he was five years old under the tutelage of his father. \nThe Celtic musicians include flutist and singer Laura MacKenzie\, a central figure in the Twin Cities Celtic music scene for decades\, who has been recognized by the Minnesota State Arts Board as a Master Folk Artist; fiddle player Danny Diamond\, who formerly served as music director for the Irish dance-theater company Teaċ Daṁsa; banjo player Morien McBurnie\, one of the new generation of young artists emerging from the Celtic Junction music scene; and clarinetist Sean Egan\, who has worked for over forty years to expand the boundaries of traditional music. Danny Diamond\, Sean Egan\, and Morien McBurnie all teach at the Center for Irish Music\, one of our resident partner organizations! \nAn exciting fusion of two very strong and vibrant traditions—Irish Arts Minnesota \nSean Egan is a fiscal year 2025 recipient of a Creative Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board\, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. \nOnline tickets will be available until 4 pm on the day of the show. After that\, please purchase admission at the door for $30. Youth 18 years and under receive free admission.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/canadh-croi-badenya-album-release-concert-at-celtic-junction/
LOCATION:Celtic Junction\, 836 Prior Avenue N\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Green Line Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Green Line is a five piece jazz + funk band based in Minneapolis. Aidan Firchow\, Colin Fitzsimmons\, Matt Healy\, Nathan Klaers\, and Trevor Loewe met at the University of Minnesota in a jazz combo under the direction of Phil Hey. Since then they have been writing music and playing around the Twin Cities in clubs\, museums\, backyards\, and basements alike. Green Line plays a combination of original music and arrangements that bring a dynamic\, funk sound to tunes rooted in and inspired by the jazz tradition.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/green-line-quintet-2/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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