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 has captivated audiences across the globe with his masterful technique, innovative spirit, and deeply expressive performances. He seamlessly blends elements of jazz, rock, classical, blues, […]
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 Jobim, as well as her own compositions. Jenny Klukken is a fresh and unique artist; combing her classical music background with her passion for jazz […]
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, Katy Vernon, and Chris Pavlich! A portion of the proceeds will benefit SACA (Southern Anoka Community Assistance) Food Shelf.
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 […]
Do you like film and video game music? Do you like animals? Do you want to see how little the basic idea of how to accomplish space travel has changed in 124 years since the characters in the 1902 film "A Trip to the Moon" went on their lunar mission compared to Artemis II's voyage? […]
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 […]
"A Tribute to Jazz Rock Fusion of the 1970's". Great classics by Chick Corea, Stevie Wonder, Carlos Santana, Weather Report, Steely Dan, Pat Metheny and more. Presented by members of Global Jazz Collegium and featuring vocalist André Neves as a special guest, this dynamic show is the one you don’t want to miss!
The duo ‘Ones and Twos’ featuring bassist Anthony Cox and pianist Jeremy Walker, will play a free benefit concert this Saturday May 9th at 7 pm. The fundraiser supports rent assistance and mutual aid efforts for Twin Cities families. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church opens their Bartsch Room for an evening of wonderful jazz music in […]
SlovCzech is an Eastern European folk-rock band based in the Twin Cities and was founded in 2008 by Petr Bachan (electric & acoustic guitar) from Czech Republic along with Jozef Klobusnik (accordion) from Slovakia. Other members include Mary Larew (violin), Dan Yoon (bass guitar), Ryan Leach (trumpet & keyboard), and homegrown Minnesota members Sara Jeddeloh […]
Veteran guitarist Paul Silbergleit returns to Jazz Central Studios, this time with his regular Milwaukee-based trio, to celebrate their release of The Stillness of July on Calligram Records (Chicago)! Paul […]
The original American Roots Revue crew is back! Tonight, experience Gospel, R&B, blues, folk, rock and all stops in between. Here, the scintillating foursome will be backed by a superlative band led by Billy Steele from Sounds of Blackness (keyboards/vocals). Also, Joe Savage (pedal steel), Yohannes Tona (bass), Greg Schutte (drums), and David Felly (guitar). Robert Robinson gives us reason […]
Guitarist Robb Henry is introduced to French expatriate violinist Raphaël Fraisse in December 2001 and voila! Parisota Hot Club. Original intention in getting together to explore the music of Django Reinhardt. At this time, it was the first Hot Club of the 2000's devoted to the jazz stylings of Reinhardt and violinist Stephan Grappelli to […]
Guitarist Robb Henry is introduced to French expatriate violinist Raphaël Fraisse in December 2001 and voila! Parisota Hot Club. Original intention in getting together to explore the music of Django Reinhardt. At this time, it was the first Hot Club of the 2000's devoted to the jazz stylings of Reinhardt and violinist Stephan Grappelli to […]
This legendary MN band reunites for Mother’s Day! Women Who Cook will grace the Dakota stage this Mother’s Day, in their first full show since 2002. Forty-four years ago, some of the Twin Cities most accomplished women musicians were assembled for an episode on TPT‘s NightTimes Variety, originally conceived by Marian Moore and Prudence Johnson as […]
