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SUMMARY:Pat Keen & Mike Munson; John Saint Pelvyn; Mother Shipton
DESCRIPTION:Come out January 4 to the brand new\, yet to be named\, gallery in the Ivy Building (2637 27th Avenue S.\, Minneapolis). The space is amazing\, the music will be warm and Soop Lights Show will be providing beautiful visuals.\nPat Keen/Mike Munson are two incredibly improvisers and all-around musicians who teamed up earlier this year on their release “Pneuma\,” a single-extended improvisation.\nJohn Saint Pelvyn\, the enigmatic Minneapolis legend. Singular\, as he is primal.\nMother Shipton (Matt Beachey/ Mark Verdin) autumnal chamber duo\, rocking between tightly composed fugue-like altered folk and emergent improvisations that slowly unravel.\nJoin us as the New Year starts\, as we transcend time\, space and seasonal depression in a night of musical warmth!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/pat-keen-mike-munson-john-saint-pelvyn-mother-shipton/
LOCATION:Ivy Building for the Arts\, 2637 27th Ave S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
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SUMMARY:Prudence Johnson & the Halcyon Jazz Quartet at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:Jazz with an Understated Vibe\nVersatility can be rewarding but some music just feels like home. Vocalist Prudence Johnson returns to her jazz roots with the Halcyon Jazz Quartet\, following their sparkling debut at Crooners last spring. With an “off the beaten path” approach to repertoire and featuring the amazing Dave Hagedorn on vibes\, and top-shelf rhythm section Joe Pulice and Kevin Clements\, Halcyon takes the “less is more” approach and reaches for the emotional and musical depths of a song with a controlled intensity. \nPrudence Johnson: Voice \nDave Hagedorn: Vibraphone \nJoe Pulice: Drums \nGary Raynor: Acoustic Bass \nPrudence Johnson is well known to Crooners audiences\, appearing with Lush Country\, with Rio Nido\, in duos with Dan Chouinard\, Tim Sparks or Dean Magraw\, in shows featuring the music of Leonard Bernstein and Randy Newman\, singing in French and Italian\, or with Latin-jazz sensation Yazmin. But her reputation as a jazz singer lives on\, and\, in a new venture\, she joins forces with three of the region’s finest instrumentalists to form the Halcyon Jazz Quartet.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/prudence-johnson-the-halcyon-jazz-quartet-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ghosts in Greasepaint at Celtic Junction
DESCRIPTION:This fun and audacious show is a tribute to the Victorian Music Hall brought to you by the producers of Kickin’ It Irish and the Celtic Holiday Hooley. \nTravel back in time as the show whisks you down London’s famous Strand—from the humble pubs and clubs of the East End to the opulent Grand Palaces of the West End. Meet the larger-than-life performers who became legends\, and enjoy songs that have withstood the test of time. \nJoin the fun with lively sing-alongs and performances that will have you laughing—or even shedding a tear. This high-energy show brings the spirit of Victorian England to life in a fast-paced\, entertaining evening full of shenanigans and heart. \nTo top it all off\, we’ll raise our glasses in a festive champagne toast to welcome in a New Year! \nOnline tickets are available until 2 pm the day of the show. After 2 pm you may purchase tickets at the door for $30 (seniors) or $35 (general admission) unless this event is marked as “Sold Out.” Youth 18 years and under receive free admission with the purchase of a free youth ticket. 
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ghosts-in-greasepaint-at-celtic-junction/2026-01-04/2/
LOCATION:Celtic Junction\, 836 Prior Avenue N\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Karl Denson's Tiny Universe at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:KDTU has electrified audiences around the world for over twenty-five years. They have played the fields of Naeba in Japan at the infamous Fuji Rock Festival. Also\, the hallowed stage of Madison Square Garden\, joining the Dave Matthews Band and The Godfather of Soul\, James Brown. Further\, he performed as Sexual Chocolate (Karl was in the original band in the movie Coming To America and its sequel) at the Outside Lands Music festival in San Francisco. And\, they were the first late night act at the inaugural Bonnaroo festival. KDTU has been a dominating force in music for nearly three decades. \nAll-night\, sold-out concerts during Jazzfest in New Orleans have featured sit-ins by legends like Lenny Kravitz and Steve Winwood. (Karl has recorded and toured with both!) Also\, avant-garde luminaries like Marc Ribot and Boyfriend. Rolling Stones bandmates Chuck Leavell and Bernard Fowler have also joined onstage and on record. There\, Karl replaced the great Bobby Keys as saxophonist in 2014. Denson has also worked with Lukas Nelson\, John Oates\, Michael Franti\, Warren Haynes\, Ivan Neville\, and Anders Osborne. Additionally\, Big Daddy Kane\, Roy Hargrove\, Maceo Parker\, Fred Wesley\, Joshua Redman\, Marcus King\, and Bernie Worrell\, among others. \nVery few concertgoers have been untouched by the Tiny Universe live. They toured the country with the Allman Brothers\, My Morning Jacket\, D’Angelo\, The Roots\, and Public Enemy. Also\, Bob Weir of The Grateful Dead\, Parliament Funkadelic\, Slightly Stoopid\, and Widespread Panic. In addition to KDTU\, Karl Denson aka “Diesel” is a founding member of the seminal groove act The Greyboy Allstars.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/karl-densons-tiny-universe-at-dakota/2026-01-02/2/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fuzzy Math
DESCRIPTION:The Fuzzy Math nerds return for an evening of fabulous jazz.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/fuzzy-math-2/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tim Sparks\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Lex!
DESCRIPTION:Tim Sparks has been redefining the acoustic guitar repertoire since he won the National Fingerpicking Championship in 1993 with a ground breaking arrangement of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. Sparks continues to surprise\, challenge\, and thrill audiences with his diverse repertoire and stunning technique. Equally at home with Country Blues\, Jazz or World Music\, Sparks’ extraordinary ability has earned him an international reputation as one of the most innovative guitarists working today.\nTrained by Segovia protege Jesus Silva at the North Carolina School of the Arts\, Sparks has continued to study classical music throughout his career. His adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite has been cited as a significant contribution to solo guitar literature. For Sparks it was a labor of love that earned him the National Fingerstyle Guitar Championship in Winfield\, Kansas in 1993\nHis wide travels inspired his interest in European and Mediterranean styles\, particularly the music of the Balkans. Upon his return to Minnesota\, Sparks immersed himself in the ethnic music scene\, performing on Oud and Saz in Middle Eastern ensembles and playing guitar in Greek\, Klezmer\, and Sephardic groups. This work culminated in the recording of Sparks’ Balkan Dreams Suite\, a remarkable collection of odd-meter guitar arrangements. \nSparks’ work came to the attention of John Zorn\, the saxophonist\, composer\, and curator of Tzadik Records in New York and thereby led to a new cycle of compositions inspired by traditional Jewish melodies. Neshamah (1999) is a solo effort; Tanz\, (2000) which garnered Downbeat Magazine’s highest praise\, five stars; and At the Rebbe’s Table (2002). In 2003 Tzadik released Masada Guitars\, featuring interpretations of John Zorn’s music by Tim\, Bill Frisell\, and Marc Ribot. \nIn recent years\, Sparks’ musical focus has come full circle\, returning to the country blues and classic jazz that served as a springboard for his worldwide guitar explorations. He toured with Dolly Parton in 2005 and recorded Roots\, Rags and Blues for Truefire Acoustic Guitar Workshop.\nSparks released Sidewalk Blues on the ToneWood label in February 2009 and recorded Little Princess\, his fifth CD for Tzadik\, in New York in 2009. Post-Modern Fingerstyle Guitar was released on Truefire in 2011.\nSparks released Chasin’ the Boogie\, his 10th acoustic guitar recording on May 30\, 2014 followed by Jukebox Dreamin’ in December 2018. \n 
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/tim-sparks-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-lex-2/
LOCATION:The Lexington\, 1096 GRAND AVE\, SAINT PAUL\, MN\, 55105\, United States
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SUMMARY:Robb Henry\, Matt Senjem\, Jay Epstein
DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year !!!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/robb-henry-matt-senjem-jay-epstein-5/
LOCATION:Volstead’s Emporium\, 711 W Lake St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holiday at the Dunsmore Lodge with Connie Evingson at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Great Holiday Jazz\nA New Year’s tradition\, Connie imagines a lakeside lodge atmosphere in the Dunsmore Room with a mix of celebratory\, reflective and inspiring songs for the year ahead. With the wintry view of Moore Lake outside\, you’ll feel like you’re on a Northwoods getaway! \nConnie Evingson: Vocals \nJon Weber: Piano \nSteve Pikal: Bass \nVocalist Connie Evingson is known for exploring a wide variety of musical styles. She has been a featured guest artist with Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion\, Jazz at Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis\, the Minnesota Orchestra conducted by Doc Severinsen\, Vocalessence\, the JazzMN Orchestra and other esteemed organizations. She is a longtime member of the popular vocal jazz group Moore By Four\, and is a two-time recipient of both the McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians and the Minnesota State Arts Board Artist Initiative Grant.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/holiday-at-the-dunsmore-lodge-with-connie-evingson-at-crooners/2025-12-31/2/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:BZ3 Organ Trio
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly residency at Minneapolis’ Oldest Tavern. 2 sets. The Funk begins at 7:30. Join Brian Ziemniak (hammond organ)\, David Feily (gtr)\, and Kevin Washington (drums) for 2 sets of great funk\, soul\, jazz and r&b.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/bz3-organ-trio-3/2025-12-31/
LOCATION:Schooner Tavern\, 2901 27th Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:RLC Jazz 19th Annual Jazz New Year's Eve at Roseville Lutheran Church
DESCRIPTION:RLC Jazz 19th Annual Jazz New Year’s Eve \n19th annual free New Year’s Eve concert by the 18-piece big band.  Dancers and listeners all welcome! \n7:00 – 8:30 pm on every New Year’s Eve  at Roseville Lutheran Church \nMore info at:  www.RLCjazz.org
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/rlc-jazz-19th-annual-jazz-new-years-eve-at-roseville-lutheran-church/
LOCATION:Roseville Lutheran Church\, 1215 Roselawn Ave W\, Saint Paul\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Preener's Eve with The New Standards at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota stalwarts The New Standards create an intriguing blend of everything from classic cabaret to punk rock. Here\, they blend the freedom of jazz with  the soul of pop and rock. They make it work through offbeat humor and sheer musicianship. The instrumentation is simple: John Munson of Trip Shakespeare/Semisonic fame on bass; Chan Poling\, founder of the new-wave group The Suburbs on piano; and Steve Roehm on vibes. Chan and John split the singing. A footstomp here\, a shout-out there\, a fiery solo\, and it’s cooked. Simple\, elegant\, illuminating. \nThe New Standards started in 2005 as an off-shoot project. Since then\, TNS has grown into a globe-spanning adventure\, filling theaters and clubs around the world. Additionally\, they have created several albums\, videos\, cartoons\, dance/theater projects\, and ancillary gewgaws that have charmed and delighted faithful fans. \nAll three are fans of great songwriting. However\, they sensed a lack of an interesting jazz trio repertoire beyond the usual “old standards”. Thus\, they got together originally to play and sing their favorite songs from every era\, particularly post-1960s pop music. Familiar tunes in a stripped-down acoustic setting\, leaving room for solos and arrangements with the freedom of jazz. Yet\, they never fully abandon the modest soul of pop and rock. \nAnother thing: though you may associate an acoustic tango version of Britney Spears’s “Toxic” with camp\, TNS is not a lounge or novelty act. One listen to their music reveals that they take their music-making as well as their jobs as entertainers seriously. \nAnd yet\, they are very funny.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/preeners-eve-with-the-new-standards-at-dakota/2025-12-30/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Charlie Brown Christmas: Tanner Taylor\, Graydon Peterson\, Jay Epstein at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas. Hear the classic score from composer Vince Guaraldi\, performed by one of the region’s finest piano trios. It’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face and fill your heart with holiday spirit! Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-charlie-brown-christmas-with-the-tanner-taylor-trio-tickets-1501986635459 Tanner Taylor: Piano Graydon Peterson: Bass Jay Epstein: Drums Tanner Taylor studied under Jack Oatts and Manhattan School of Music’s Garry Dial. Taylor is an in-demand pianist throughout the Midwest\, actively performing in the Omaha\, Minneapolis\, Des Moines\, and Kansas City music scenes. Taylor has performed with jazz notables such as Clark Terry\, Slide Hampton\, Lew Tabackin\, David “Fathead” Newman\, Steve Turre\, Wycliffe Gordon\, Wes “Warm Daddy” Anderson\, Dick Oatts\, Eric Alexander\, Bobby Shew\, Steve Smith\, Jaleel Shaw\, Delfeayo Marsalis\, Barbara Morrison\, Connie Evingson\,and Randy Brecker. as well as performing on “A Praire Home Companion” with Garrison Keilor. Taylor was inducted into the Iowa Jazz Hall of Fame in October\, 2022.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/charlie-brown-christmas-tanner-taylor-graydon-peterson-jay-epstein-at-crooners/2025-12-29/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Bad Plus at the Dakota
DESCRIPTION:The Bad Plus are the ultimate originals. A democratic unit with a clear vision and a refusal to conform to convention. For the past two decades\, they have played with spirit and adventure and have made their own rules. Moreover\, they do so with a bold sense of creativity and intent. Avoiding easy categorization\, The Bad Plus has won critical acclaim and a legion of fans worldwide. Further\, their unique sound and flair for live performance make them a must-see ensemble. \nNow in their twenty-fifth year\, The Bad Plus continues to push boundaries. Here\, founding members Reid Anderson (bass) and Dave King (drums) embark on a new piano-less incarnation of the band. Also\, Ben Monder (guitar) and Chris Speed (tenor saxophone) join the group\, instigating a new wave of excitement and anticipation. These new voices are re-energizing their sound and inspiration. The Bad Plus have constantly searched to bridge genres and techniques. Additionally\, they explore the infinite possibilities of exceptional musicians working in perfect sync. \nThe Bad Plus released their fifteenth studio album\, self-titled as a dynamic new quartet\, in 2022. Evolution is necessary for life and creativity\,” said Dave King and Reid Anderson. “We’ve evolved\, but we’re still The Bad Plus.” \nThis is The Bad Plus in their most creative and expressive form. This is The Bad Plus now.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/the-bad-plus-at-the-dakota/2025-12-28/2/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Mid-Century Modern Holiday with RetroFizz! at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:60s Lounge Jazz and Pop\nJoin RetroFizz for an evening of groovy Elevator Pop (think Mancini\, Bacharach\, Bossa Nova\, etc.) as well as some hip holiday deep cuts. Order up a Hot Toddy and enjoy a show created specifically for the week when holiday vinyl mingles with the rest of your LP collection. \nAriel Donahue: Vocals \nJimmy Kennedy: Keys\, Vocals \nJoe Weismann: Bass\, Vocals \nMorris Engel: Drums\, Vocals \nand special guest Jeff Horwich: Saxophone\, Flute\, Guitar\, Ukulele\, Accordion\, Percussion and Who-knows-what-else! \nRetroFizz celebrates the music that rolled on the radio without rocking— Mancini and Bacharach\, Bossa Nova\, movie themes\, British invasion ballads\, Brill Building tune-smithery and some surprise musical mash-ups. RetroFizz is comprised of music scene veterans with decades of experience in dozens of bands of every style imaginable.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/a-mid-century-modern-holiday-with-retrofizz-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251228T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251228T173000
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SUMMARY:Live Show
DESCRIPTION:Special matinee show—your favorites from the Great American Songbook and holiday favorites by request!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/live-show/
LOCATION:Richfield VFW\, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South\, Richfield\, MN\, 55423\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251228T003000
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SUMMARY:Dale Alexander\, Ted Olsen\, Jay Epstein at Volstead's
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-ted-olsen-jay-epstein-at-volsteads/
LOCATION:Volstead’s Emporium\, 711 W Lake St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T210000
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CREATED:20251226T155113Z
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SUMMARY:Doin It @ Carbone's - Mpls
DESCRIPTION:We’re Back to ‘Bone’s – a stellar joint – to knock out some post Xmas roots & soul\, a seasonal song or two.\nAnd our splendid host Jeremy is running sound – thank you Jesus! \nWith the Dudes: Blair Krivanek\, Nick Salisbury\, and Greg ‘ the Hit Man’ Schutte
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/doin-it-carbones-mpls/
LOCATION:carbone’s – mpls\, 4705 Cedar Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T200000
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CREATED:20251208T192955Z
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SUMMARY:Charmin Michelle’s “My Favorite Things” with Geoff Jones at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Songs\, Jazz and R & B\nCharmin Michelle and Geoff Jones invite you to enjoy an evening of Holiday songs and more. “Favorite Things and Songs” from the Great American Songboook. \nCharmin Michelle: Host\, Vocals \nGeoff Jones: Guest Vocals \nPhil Aaron: Piano \nPete Whitman: Sax and Flute \nDan Carpel: Bass \n  \nCharmin Michelle’s conversational style recalls the late Billie Holiday and other legendary ladies of jazz. And yet\, her music is free of tiresome camp and easy nostalgia. She’s a savvy songstress and\, while putting her own imprint on a melody\, is always respectful of those who first inhabited it. \nGeoff Jones is a singer who blends jazz\, soul and gospel stylings\, all wrapped in an engaging and warm baritone. As a former veteran member of the Grammy Award-winning music ensemble Sounds of Blackness\, Geoff has crisscrossed the globe\, performing at the Montreux Jazz Festival\, the Olympic Games\, the (Soccer) World Cup\, The Tonight Show\, Soul Train\, Showtime at the Apollo\, the NAACP Image Awards\, and numerous other televised and live appearances. With the Sounds he has recorded on projects with and performed on stage with Stevie Wonder\, Chaka Khan\, Elton John\, Andrew Lloyd Webber\, Bebe Winans\, Joe Sample\, Nnena Freelon\, Jackie McLean\, the Heath Brothers\, and numerous others.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/charmin-michelles-my-favorite-things-with-geoff-jones-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T003000
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CREATED:20251118T190431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T190431Z
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SUMMARY:Dean Harrington\, Gary Schulte\, Steve Pikal\, Jay Epstein
DESCRIPTION:Dean Harrington earned a Bachelor of Music Degree in Classical Guitar Performance from the U of MN and was a first prize winner in the Schubert Club student scholarship competition. For the last two decades he has been performing music with his own band Mill City Hot Club and other local groups playing swing\, gypsy jazz\, tango\, New Orleans jazz and more. He has been a guitar teacher for over 25 years at K & S Conservatory of Music and more recently Music Lab in Minneapolis.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dean-harrington-gary-schulte-steve-pikal-jay-epstein-2/
LOCATION:Volstead’s Emporium\, 711 W Lake St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T220000
DTSTAMP:20251208T181100Z
CREATED:20251208T181100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T181100Z
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SUMMARY:Harry Scott Trio at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:The Harry Scott Trio will perform two sets of genre-spanning jazz\, featuring arrangements of Bach\, Chopin\, jazz standards\, and original works. \nBand Members: \nHarry Scott – Keys \nCallum Schultz – Bass \nAri Williams – Drums \n✧ \n\nHarry Scott is an 18 year old pianist and composer based in Chicago and the Twin Cities. He has experience performing at many venues including The Dakota and Crooners in Minneapolis. He takes inspiration from players such as Brad Mehldau\, Herbie Hancock and Bill Evans\, and inspiration from composers from Bach to Wayne shorter. \nCallum Schultz is a 17 year old bassist who has performed alongside saxophone greats Joe Lovano\, Kenni Holmen\, and JD Allen\, and has played at numerous Twin Cities venues such as The Dakota\, the Landmark Center\, the Governor’s Residence\, The Green Room\, and Berlin Jazz Club. He is a 2025/26 MN All State musician\, and a 2025/26 YoungArts jazz bass award winner. \nAri Williams is an 18-year-old drummer from Saint Paul\, Minnesota. He studies Jazz at The New School in New York City and has performed at multiple venues across Minnesota and New York. He also has a passion for producing and has worked with Ozone Creations.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/harry-scott-trio-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T213000
DTSTAMP:20251215T163819Z
CREATED:20251215T163819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T163819Z
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SUMMARY:Will Aldrich Quartet
DESCRIPTION:NxtGn star Will Aldrich returns to Fingal’s Cave for the umpteenth time. Honestly\, we love this kid\, and he puts on a great show.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/will-aldrich-quartet/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T193000
DTSTAMP:20251215T190618Z
CREATED:20251215T190618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T190618Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Jazz Piano with Will Kjeer\, Kenny Horst\, & Billy Peterson at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:Jazz Piano Trio Including Local Legends\nJoin three iconic Minnesota jazz performers as they share some of their favorite hard-swinging jazz standards\, American Songbook hits\, and a holiday classic or two. \nWill Kjeer: Piano \nKenny Horst: Drums \nBilly Peterson: Bass \nNo more legendary a rhythm section exists in the midwest than that of Kenny Horst and Billy Peterson\, having played with Lee Konitz\, Cedar Walton\, David Hazeltine\, Ira Sullivan\, Mose Allison\, and Bill Carrothers\, to name but a few. They co-owned the Artist’s Quarter jazz club and contributed an overwhelming amount of culture\, community\, and love to the MN jazz scene. Now they share the stage in a rare outing with NYC-based pianist – and Horst’s nephew –Will Kjeer\, who tours with folk legend Judy Collins while pursuing his second diploma from The Juilliard School. The three share a unique understanding and familiarity that spans the generations between them\, and is not to be missed as they celebrate the holidays in true Minnesota Jazz style.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/winter-solstice-jazz-piano-with-will-kjeer-kenny-horst-billy-peterson-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T190000
DTSTAMP:20251215T184534Z
CREATED:20251215T184534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T184534Z
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SUMMARY:Most Wonderful Time with The Minnesota Boychoir at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:A Wonderful Holiday Tradition!\nOf course it’s the most wonderful time of the year when Santa and the Minnesota Boychoir appear (at Crooners)! Come hear sacred and secular classics along with a mix of holiday tunes – new and familiar – sure to make your season bright! \nMark Johnson: Director \nTodd Price: Accompanist \n40 Singers\, Ages 9-18 \nThe Minnesota Boychoir\, now in its 64th season\, is the oldest continually operating boys choir in the Twin Cities. Their reputation for excellence has brought invitations from local and national music conventions\, as well as sporting events and touring Broadway companies. The choir has performed with the Minnesota Orchestra\, the Minnesota Opera\, the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra\, the Baltimore Symphony\, the Prague Philharmonic\, and a long list of local and national performers. The Boychoir has traveled to five continents with recent tours that included performances at Sydney’s Opera House\, Saint Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican and Montserrat Abbey in Barcelona. The Minnesota Boychoir trains young men to be outstanding musicians and strives to help them develop a sense of poise and self-confidence through education and performance.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/most-wonderful-time-with-the-minnesota-boychoir-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T220000
DTSTAMP:20251208T180545Z
CREATED:20251208T180545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T180545Z
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SUMMARY:Ella Grace MNtet Holiday Show at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Join trumpeter Ella Grace and her band of musicians with ties to the Minnesota jazz scene for an evening of Ella’s original arrangements of classic holiday tunes! Backed by Tyler Lustek on piano\, Adam Tucker on bass\, and Jack Schabert on drums\, Ella will help you get in the holiday spirit with all of your favorite seasonal songs. \nElla Grace is a trumpeter\, composer\, educator\, and producer labeled a “rising star” in the Twin Cities jazz scene. Ella’s musical upbringing began in Minnesota\, where she learned under the mentorship of the state’s salient youth jazz ensembles including Minnesota Youth Jazz Bands\, Minnesota All-State Jazz Band\, and the Dakota Combo. In 2021\, Ella moved to Chicago to pursue a degree in jazz studies at DePaul University. Ella now performs throughout the Midwest with several ensembles\, including the Ella Grace MNtet. Led by Ella on trumpet\, the Ella Grace MNtet is a flexible group that performs Ella’s original compositions in a variety of neo-jazz and jazz fusion styles.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ella-grace-mntet-holiday-show-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T193000
DTSTAMP:20251215T183616Z
CREATED:20251215T183616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T183616Z
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SUMMARY:A Simple Christmas Wish with Doug Anderson & Friends at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:True Joyous\, Festive Holiday Cabaret\nAll the fun of the holidays season presented with humor and joy. Untraditional songs that will warm your heart and tickle your funny bone. \nJoin Me with Lori Dokken on Piano\, Nate Babbs on drums and Ben Kelly on bass. My special guests Gregg Peterson\, Jen Maren and Dane Stauffer will also being lending holiday cheer. \nDoug Anderson has been an actor/ dancer/ performer in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area for 40+ years. Performing at the Guthrie\, Chanhassen Dinner Theater\, Hey City Theater\, Center City Theater to mention a few. He has performed his cabaret show at The Hey City Theater\, The Bryant Lake Bowl and Crooner’s Dunsmore Room. In London he’s performed at The St. James Theater (now The Other Palace)\, Piaño\, Crazy Coq’s\, The Music Café and The Phoenix Arts Club.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/a-simple-christmas-wish-with-doug-anderson-friends-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T193000
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SUMMARY:Celtic Holiday Hooley at Celtic Junction
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a holiday show that’s equal parts heartwarming and hilarious? Look no further! The Celtic Holiday Hooley is back\, and it’s the perfect blend of Irish charm\, festive chaos\, and jaw-dropping talent. \nExpect toe-tapping music\, world-class step dancing\, and a few surprise guests (Shh…Santa and The Grinch might make an appearance!). Hosted by the ultimate odd couple\, Joshua Will and Natalie O’Shea\, the Hooley is packed with side-splitting sketches\, songs that hit you right in the feels\, and Irish dancing that’ll leave you in awe. \nThis isn’t just a show—it’s a hooley! Featuring the brilliant O’Shea Irish Dancers and a stellar band led by original Riverdance cast member Cormac O’Sé\, you’ll hear the soulful vocals of Norah Rendell\, named “Best Vocalist of the Year” three times by Live Ireland Awards\, the contagious energy of Todd Menton\, the multi-talented Dennis Curley\, and a band of musicians who bring all the holiday magic to life. \nCome for the dancing\, stay for the seriously stunning music\, and leave with a heart full of holiday cheer and a belly that aches from laughing. The Celtic Holiday Hooley is festive\, fun\, and guaranteed to make your season bright! \nOnline ticket sales end at 2 pm on the day of the show. Tickets may be purchased at the door ($30 for seniors and $35 for general admission) unless the show is already sold out. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance\, including any Free Youth tickets.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/celtic-holiday-hooley-at-celtic-junction/2025-12-22/
LOCATION:Celtic Junction\, 836 Prior Avenue N\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T203000
DTSTAMP:20251215T184308Z
CREATED:20251215T184308Z
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SUMMARY:Kavy Tries Things: KAVYTATIONAL at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:On the cusp of his 30th birthday\, pianist/composer Kavyesh Kaviraj will extend the table by inviting several of his musical compadres to sit in. Celebrate alongside some of the Twin Cities’ finest musicians—special guests galore. Drummer Ben Ehrlich and bassist Graydon Peterson will round out Kavy’s trio. \n⊹ \nKavyesh Kaviraj imbues his life and stories into his music\, carefully weaving his influences into a boundary-breaking modern jazz outfit. Kavy has garnered acclaim in many musical climates\, and currently calls St. Paul\, MN\, home. Primarily a jazz pianist\, he has performed with internationally renowned artists such as Wynton Marsalis\, David Sanchez\, Justin Robinson\, Roosevelt Collier\, and Steve Cole. Further\, has worked with local jazz legends Debbie Duncan\, Bruce Henry\, Babatunde Lea\, Kevin Washington\, and LA Buckner. He is also active in the hip-hop\, gospel\, R&B\, and funk scenes and many crossover acts. \nBen Ehrlich is a drummer\, educator\, and composer based in Minneapolis\, MN. After studying with Ed Soph and graduating from the University of North Texas in 2018\, Ben moved back to his home state and quickly became one of the top call drummers in the Twin Cities jazz scene. Recognized for his versatility\, Ben has had the pleasure of sharing the stage with Randy Brecker\, Kurt Elling\, Diane Schuur\, Jens Lindemann\, Davina and the Vagabonds\, Javier Santiago\, the JazzMN Orchestra\, Leslie Vincent\, and many others\, including rock\, blues and indie artists from around the country. \nGraydon Peterson is a bassist and composer living in Minneapolis. He regularly performs with a variety of vocalists and small ensembles\, including Arne Fogel\, Wayne Anthony\, Firebell\, Snowblind\, Charanga Tropical\, Twin Cities Latin Jazz Orchestra\, Tropical Zone Orchestra\, D’Lakes\, Babatunde Leah’s “Rhythm’s Mama\,” and ThoughtCast. Graydon has accompanied world-renowned jazz drummer Francisco Mela for a series of concerts in Havana\, Cuba. Other widely known artists Graydon has performed with include Delfeayo Marsalis\, Gary Bartz\, Randy Brecker\, Ben Wendel\, Jorge Pacheco\, and Mayito Rivera. Graydon is also the founder of a successful jam session held every week at Whitey’s Old Town Saloon in northeast Minneapolis. A consummate accompanist\, writer\, and arranger\, he has become one of the backbones of the jazz scene in the Twin Cities.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/kavy-tries-things-kavytational-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T190000
DTSTAMP:20251215T183341Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Memories with Deb Brown & Friends at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:Classic Holiday Pop\, Jazz and Blues\nEmbrace the holiday spirit with a beautiful\, fun and intimate concert filled with the nostalgic sounds and memories of some of your favorite holiday/Christmas songs! “Christmas Memories with Deb Brown & Friends” includes a mix of popular traditional songs\, modern favorites\, and even a couple of Deb Brown originals\, performed beautifully by top Twin Cities musicians and with lush vocal harmonies! This concert is becoming a fun and meaningful annual tradition for families and friends! \nDeb Brown: Lead Vocals \nBrian Ziemniak: Piano \nSeth Ziemniak: Drums \nDan Carpel: Bass \nSam Brown: Backing Vocals \nChryss Altamirano: Backing Vocals \nDeb Brown has been performing throughout the Twin Cities area and beyond for 30+ years as a singer on her own projects\, as well as a hired vocalist for commercials\, various studio sessions\, and live bands. Her recorded works have been played all over the world including her most recent work “Christmas Memories”. She also produces her own shows\, including the popular and beloved Twin Cities favorite “River: The Music of Carole King\, Joni Mitchell & Carly Simon.”
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/christmas-memories-with-deb-brown-friends-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:Preservation Hall Jazz Band Presents: A Creole Christmas at Dakota
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season as the incomparable Preservation Hall Jazz Band takes the stage with Creole Christmas. This memorable performance will feature New Orleans classics as well as beloved holiday selections with a twist. Founded in 1963\, the band takes its name from Preservation Hall\, the humble but historic French Quarter music venue. There\, Preservation Hall is dedicated to keeping the past and future of jazz alive. \nThroughout its history\, New Orleans has been the point at which sounds and cultures from around the world converge. Further\, they mingle\, resurface\, and are transformed by the Crescent City’s inimitable spirit and joie de vivre. Nowhere is that idea more vividly embodied than in the Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Here\, they have held the torch of New Orleans music aloft for more than 60 years. Moreover\, they carry it enthusiastically forward as a reminder that the history they were founded to preserve is a vibrant\, living history.  \nPHJB marches that tradition forward by tapping into a sonic continuum that stretches back to the city’s Afro-Cuban roots. They look back to the Afrobeat of Fela Kuti and the Fire Music of Pharoah Sanders and John Coltrane. Then\, they look forward to cutting-edge artists with whom the PHJB have shared festival stages from Coachella to Newport. They have shared the stage with legends like Stevie Wonder\, Elvis Costello and the Grateful Dead. Also\, modern giants The Foo Fighters\, My Morning Jacket\, Arcade Fire and the Black Keys.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/preservation-hall-jazz-band-presents-a-creole-christmas-at-dakota/2025-12-20/2/
LOCATION:Dakota\, 1010 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Charlie Brown Christmas (featuring Blue Ox Trio) at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Jack Schabert’s Blue Ox Trio performs A Charlie Brown Christmas by Vince Guaraldi. \nBand Members:\nJack Schabert – Drums\nTyler Lustek – Piano\nMatt Peterson – Bass \n⊹ \nJack Schabert is a Twin Cities– and Denver-based musician\, composer\, and educator. He holds a bachelor’s degree in music from St. Olaf College and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in jazz composition at the University of Denver. Schabert has performed with international jazz artists Melissa Aldana\, Danilo Perez (Wayne Shorter Quartet)\, Kenni Holmen (Prince\, Vulfpeck)\, Doreen Ketchens\, and nine-time Grammy award winner trumpeter Wynton Marsalis. \nMatt Peterson grew up in Hopkins and fell in love with jazz under the direction of his high school band director Don Bates. He followed this passion and studied music at the University of Minnesota\, Duluth\, then moved back to the Twin Cities in 2004\, quickly becoming an in-demand bassist. His solid melodic and rhythmic approach to playing the bass have made him an important fixture on the Twin Cities jazz scene. He regularly plays with Zacc Harris’ American Reverie\, the Explosion Big Band and the Twin Cities Hot Club. When not playing with these groups\, Peterson stays busy freelancing around the Twin Cities with many of the area’s top players. Peterson is also a music educator\, teaching elementary aged students in the Edina Public Schools. \nTyler Lustek is a jazz pianist\, composer\, and educator from Eau Claire\, WI. As a bandleader\, Lustek fronts the Tyler Lustek Confluence\, which recently recorded its poetry-centric debut album Shmehara: Live at Jazz Central Studios (slated for release in 2025). In addition to leading a competitive lessons studio\, Lustek serves on the UW-Eau Claire jazz faculty\, directs educational programs for the Clearwater Jazz & Art Festival\, and offers jazz improvisation workshops and masterclasses to schools across the Chippewa Valley.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/a-charlie-brown-christmas-featuring-blue-ox-trio-at-berlin/2025-12-20/2/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
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