Della Mae is a GRAMMY-nominated all-woman string band playing bluegrass, Americana, and folk music steeped in rich harmonies and soul-stirring melodies. As a majority queer, fiercely feminist five-piece acoustic outfit, sing fearlessly on topics that might rile the genre’s traditionally conservative audiences. Recent albums have covered everything from domestic violence and fertility issues to the […]
Join us for a celebration of 30 years with Bells of the Lakes, a community handbell ensemble based here in the Twin Cities. We will have a Silent Auction, Raffles, a Reception and Celebration! Come join in the fun!
BluLuna was formed by four veteran musicians out of their love for myriad genres of the jazz idiom without restraining themselves to one specific branch of the music. By focusing on familiar melodic compositions, this bias-free approach has allowed them to concentrate on playing very fresh and sparkling ideas honoring the wide range of America's […]
Come watch the Minnehaha Academy Jazz Combo perform at MetroNOME Brewery in Downtown St. Paul on April 28 at 7pm! You’ll hear a great mix of jazz, latin, funk, and more as they recap all the tunes they have learned this year. The $10 cover charge supports MetroNOME’s mission for music education and the Minnehaha […]
Dale Alexander at the age of 24 had a rich and varied musical background than many musicians achieve in a lifetime. Studying with prominent musicians such as Marvin Dahlgren and Dr. Reginald Buckner of the University School of Music served to enhance Dale’s unlimited natural musical talent. He was recognized by the University of Wisconsin […]
The Outside In isn’t your grandma’s modern jazz band. Ethan Ostrow’s project blends elements of rock, funk, and folk with something completely new. Band Members: Nick Marziani - Saxophone Ethan Ostrow - Piano David Feily - Guitar Ethan Yeshaya - Bass Colin Mitchell - Drums ⊹ Formed in New York City in 2022, The Outside In […]
Minneapolis guitarist, composer, and singer John Penny and his Virtual Band, deliver musical inspiration to audiences with original World Jazz and American Roots music. Penny has performed thousands of gigs […]
Jazz with an Understated Vibe Versatility 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 […]
Zacc Harris is a Minneapolis-based guitarist, composer, and bandleader who has been an integral part of the Twin Cities jazz scene since 2005. Recognized for his articulate guitar work, inventive compositions, and dynamic live performances, he performs with and leads a range of projects, including the Atlantis Quartet, the Zacc Harris Group, and American Reverie. […]
Join local jazz vocalist and songwriter Dakota Andersen at the release show for his debut album, Switchgrass! Featuring all original jazz compositions in a variety of styles and folk/fusion openers […]
Al Di Meola is one of the top guitarists of our time. Here, he has enjoyed a celebrated career that has spanned more than four decades. His fascination with complex rhythmic syncopation, provocative lyrical melodies, and sophisticated harmony are at the heart of his music. Among his myriad critical accolades are multiple Grammys and Grammy nominations. […]
Al Di Meola is one of the top guitarists of our time. Here, he has enjoyed a celebrated career that has spanned more than four decades. His fascination with complex rhythmic […]
“Puuluup are true originals with a cult following. They are doing something pretty unusual, pushing obscure folk material towards the mainstream with a whole lot of panache.” – SONGLINES Puuluup was formed in 2014 by two talharpa enthusiasts Ramo Teder and Marko Veisson. Ramo Teder is a multi-instrumentalist and has been known for his long solo […]
SUNDAY FUN-DAY!! Resident Fingerstyle Guitarist Joe Nicola returns to The White Squirrel Bar! Sunday, May 3rd from 1-4pm. 974 7th St W, St Paul, MN 55102, USA *With Special Guests "Rockabilly Mayhem!"
One of today’s most exciting saxophonists celebrates John Coltrane’s centennial! Isaiah Collier is a musical virtuoso in the truest sense of the phrase. He began playing saxophone at age eleven, and his intuitive proficiency earned him attention early on. Ever since, his band Isaiah Collier and The Chosen Few has been turning ears. In 2025 he […]
The Northern Pines Harmony Brigade presents its annual a cappella Harmony Showcase on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Crowne Plaza Minneapolis West in Plymouth. The evening features championship barbershop quartets and a full chorus of singers from across the country. Open to the public; families and music lovers are welcome.
Jake Shimabukuro is a world-renowned ukulele virtuoso whose groundbreaking artistry has redefined the instrument for the 21st century. Here, he is hailed as the “Jimi Hendrix of the ukulele.” Moreover, Shimabukuro […]
Nicholas David’s albums sound fantastic. He sounds great on TV. However, nothing compares to the magic, the excitement, the immediacy of seeing him live! He returns with his signature brand of soul-stirring rock music to record a new album. The St. Paul singer/songwriter has been making music from the heart, for the heart for nearly […]
Bobby J's West Bank Social Club plays at Crooners Supper Club for their Under the Tent Series Wednesday May 6th from 7pm to 8:30 pm
Doors open at 4:45 PM for Dinner and Drink service. Marimba prowess Jenny Klukken leads her jazz quartet from her stunning 5 octave marimba; playing audience favorites like Brubeck and […]
Swing Dancing on Thursday Nights Nostalgic Big Band music Join in the Dance or just Enjoy the Music Come on down for the fun times on Thursdays nights Doors open at 6:00pm Swing Dance Lesson at 6:15pm (included with admission) Live music from 7:00 - 10:00 Admission: $15 general admission $10.00 cash / $11.00 card […]
Rick Carlson taught himself to play the piano by studying the vast works of Count Basie and Duke Ellington and capitalizing on a long string of happy accidents. He has also perfected the art of “circular drinking”, whereby he can sip martinis uninterrupted while still playing a cohesive piano solo. He has been the pianist […]
We're taking our Roots & Soul stick down to W. 7th Street's newest venue (I think) Place has a very nice vibe to it so come on down if you can With: Dan Carpel, Blair Krivanek and Greg 'the Hit Man' Schutte
Beech Montana is a new instrumental project helmed by guitarist Joey Hays. Five versatile performers will be performing two sets of improvised music, laying the sonic train tracks in front of them as they go. Expect ambient soundscapes, fierce breakbeats, and a group of skilled artists deep in discovery. Band Members: Joey Hays - Guitar […]
RetroFizz presents their 4th annual all-star tribute to the legendary Burt Bacharach. This year’s special guests will include Leslie Vincent, Dylan Hicks, Willie Wisely, Kijana Gant, Kathleen Johnson, Katie Gearty, […]
Multiple award-winning guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader Tommy Castro is a California-based blues and rock powerhouse. Here, he captivates audiences with his soul-drenched vocals, searing guitar work, and high-energy live shows. Furthermore, as frontman of the telepathically tight and wildly raucous Tommy Castro & The Painkillers, he’s released seventeen albums. Here, they span a wide stylistic range—from horn-driven […]
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Bryan Nichols is a pianist, composer, and educator based in Minneapolis. Often found playing jazz and improvised music, but at home in a variety of musical worlds, he leads and composes for his own trio, quintet, and nonet in addition to performing, recording, and touring with forward-thinking artists like Nicole Mitchell, Ron Miles, and Olga […]
