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  • The Sam Stauning Quartet

    The Sam Stauning Quartet is a new small jazz ensemble created and led by tenor saxophonist Sam Stauning. The group consists of some of the best young musicians in the Twin Cities. The group will perform various tunes from jazz standards to newer modern tunes. Info for each band member: Sam Stauning is a 17 […]

    $10
  • Kenny Reichert’s Letters From the Road: Colours Quintet at Berlin

    Kenny Reichert has spent much of the past decade on the road: driving across North America and Europe, sharing meals with bandmates, and performing gig after gig. His original music has been shaped by those travels and the people he has met along the way. Now based between Minneapolis and Chicago, Reichert will be bringing […]

  • MGS Jazz and Fingerstyle Series Concert

    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 […]

    Free
  • MGS Jazz and Fingerstyle Series Concert

    MetroNOME Brewery 385 Broadway St, Saint Paul, MN, United States

    The Shank Hagedorn guitar duo (violin and guitar) will play from 6-7 pm, and Tim Sparks, Tom Lieberman and Ben Abrahamson will play solos, duos and trios from 7-9 pm at MetroNOME Brewery.

    Free
  • Robert Glasper at Dakota Jazz Club

    Robert Glasper at Dakota Jazz Club
    Dakota Jazz Club 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date, he boasts five Grammy wins and sixteen nominations across eleven categories. Additionally, he received an Emmy for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary 13th with Common and Karriem Riggins. His work and accolades bridge all aspects of […]

  • Mary Louise Knutson, Gary Raynor, Jay Epstein at the Hat!

    The High Hat 485 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN, United States

    Minneapolis-based pianist and composer, Mary Louise Knutson, has been called "one of the most exciting and innovative artists to happen to jazz piano in Bill Charlap." And from 2010-2018, Knutson toured with trumpeter Doc Severinsen, former bandleader for the Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson.Knutson has also performed with such jazz greats as Dizzy Gillespie, Kurt […]

  • Swingin’ On a Star at the Wabasha St. Caves, Thursday, 5/28

    Wabasha Street Caves 215 Wabasha St S, Saint Paul, MN, United States

    It is always cool in the Caves, 215 S. Wabasha St., St Paul, MN. Swingin' On A Star, featuring vocalist Dorothy Doring, plays the joyous jazz of America's Swing Era. Swingin' On A Star plays from 7:00 to 10:00, Thursday, May 28. Admission is $15. Students and seniors pay $10 (cash) or $11 (card.) A […]

    $10 – $15
  • One-Man Shows & Immaculate Flows w/ L.A. Buckner & Midwest James at Berlin

    Friends and collaborators L.A. Buckner and Midwest James will showcase their semi-autobiographical theater pieces and exceptional musical skills. The showcase will include "Things You Can’t See,"  a one-man show written and performed by L.A. Buckner and directed by James Gavins, followed by the Afrofuturistic one-man show “Cicada,” written and performed by James Gavins and co-directed […]

  • Robert Glasper at Dakota Jazz Club Night 2

    Dakota Jazz Club 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date, he boasts five Grammy wins and sixteen nominations across eleven categories. Additionally, he received an Emmy for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary 13th with Common and Karriem Riggins. His work and accolades bridge all aspects of […]

  • Ederlezi: A Springtime Feast at Crooners

    Crooners Supper Club 6161 State Hwy 65, Fridley, MN, United States

    Orkestar Bez Ime presents Balkan Party Music Known for its toe-tapping “Euro music, but not stuck up” (Star Tribune), Orkestar Bez Ime brings an intimate musical experience to Crooners to celebrate the springtime feast day of Ederlezi. Travel with OBI through the captivating music of the Balkan peninsula, featuring the vibrant traditions of the Romany […]

  • Erik Brandt & the Urban Hillbilly Quartet

    Como Lakeside Pavilion 1360 Lexington Parkway North, Saint Paul, MN

    Friday, May 29, 2026 Dock & Paddle @ the Lake Como Pavilion 1360 Lexington Parkway N / St. Paul, MN 55103 / 952-303-3481 www.dockandpaddle.com 6– 8:00PM. Tips! All-ages Erik and the UHQ show

  • Laeton Olaleye + Omar Abdulkarim at Berlin

    Berlin 204 1st St S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Saxophonist Laeton Olaleye and trumpeter Omar Abdulkarim join a band of legendary Twin Cities artists in presenting two sets of new music. Come enjoy an evening of captivating mastery of a vast range of musical styles, from modern jazz to funk. Band Members: Laeton Olaleye - Saxophone Omar Abdulkarim - Trumpet/Flugelhorn Kevin Washington - Drums […]

  • Laura Caviani Trio+ at Jazz Central Studios

    Jazz Central Studios 407 Central Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Laura Caviani - piano Kam Markworth - bass Dave Schmalenberger - drums https://www.lauracaviani.com/

  • Framework (Chris Olson, Chris Bates, Jay Epstein) at Volstead’s

    Volstead's Emporium 711 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Three of the Twin Cities’ most creative musicians have performed since 1997 as Framework, specializing in original works and inventive covers of modern jazz heroes​. Framework is one of the most durable jazz alliances and their development is very apparent in their many live appearances and recordings. - Jazz Police

    Free
  • Robert Glasper at Dakota Jazz Club Night 3

    Dakota Jazz Club 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date, he boasts five Grammy wins and sixteen nominations across eleven categories. Additionally, he received an Emmy for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary 13th with Common and Karriem Riggins. His work and accolades bridge all aspects of […]

  • Don’t Call it a Pop Up-“House of Jazz” Kickoff

    Hopkins Depot The Freight Room 9451 Excelsior Blvd, Hopkins, Minnesota

    Overview Get ready to vibe live with Neo-Soul Jazz at the House of Jazz Kick Off Tour — no pop-ups, just pure groove! Don't Call it a Pop up! House […]

  • JT Bates Quartet at Berlin

    Berlin 204 1st St S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    This quartet—formed by JT Bates a number of years ago—digs back into lesser known standards, the beautiful melodies of the past given to us by the founders of this wonderful music. Now with the added weight of history, these songs and textures remind us all of power and delight inside the journey. Band Members: JT […]

  • Jackson Peters Trio

    MetroNOME Brewery 385 Broadway St, Saint Paul, MN, United States

    NxtGn star Jackson Peters returns to Fingal’s Cave, featuring Owen Brady and Aaron Montreal.

    $15
  • Kenny Reichert’s Letters From the Road: Twin Cities Quartet at Berlin

    Berlin 204 1st St S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Kenny Reichert has spent much of the past decade on the road: driving across North America and Europe, sharing meals with bandmates, and performing gig after gig. His original music has been shaped by those travels and the people he has met along the way. Now based between Minneapolis and Chicago, Reichert will be bringing […]

  • Ray Barnard w Polem @ White Squirrel Sun. 5-31

    I'll be playing a Soul & Soul-Jazz with the jazz group Polem We've never played together before, but I heard their new LP and it's very cool. So we're gonna see how we work together! They play at 9 pm I play w them at 10 pm

  • Red Planet

    Red Planet
    MetroNOME Brewery 385 Broadway St, Saint Paul, MN, United States

    Hear some free free jazz with the Twin Cities dynamic quartet. Magraw, Bates, Kaviraj, Epstein

    Free
  • Mantis (“You Get Lost” Album Release) at Berlin

    Berlin 204 1st St S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Join us for a special night celebrating the debut release from Eau Claire ambient trio Mantis. The band—S. Carey on drums, Jeremy Boettcher on bass, and Scott Burton on guitar and electronics—will guide you through the material from the new release, as well as new unrecorded work. Band Members: Sean Carey - Drums Jeremy Boettcher […]