Blues icon. Soul man. Rock and roller. Robert Cray and his band return to Hopkins Center for the Arts along the 2026 Out Driving Around Tour. The Georgia-born, Washington-raised musician first picked up a guitar after seeing The Beatles on TV then, having witnessed Jimi Hendrix perform in Seattle, determined that his destiny would also […]
Morgan James has a voice that needs to be heard. After her grandmother heard her sing, the matriarch paid for James’ voice lessons, positive that her granddaughter had talent. However, despite the often-treacherous terrain of the music industry, James has never tired in her quest. There, she has tussled with unimaginative label executives, covered and owned […]
New frontiers fit nicely atop the boundary-breaking career of singer songwriter and slide guitar icon Sonny Landreth. He has performed live with Buddy Guy and John Hiatt in theaters and arenas around the United States. Also, post-New Orleans Jazz Fest jamming on bayou rhythms with Oteil Burbridge and Johnny Vidacovich. Further, he has recorded and played […]
Two Blues legends, one incredible night of music! Ever since Rock & Roll and Blues Hall Of Famer Elvin Bishop first hit the scene with the Paul Butterfield Blues Band back in 1965, he’s blazed his own musical trail. Whether he was playing raw, eye-popping blues, or penning the evergreen radio hit Fooled Around And […]
The award winning and highly acclaimed band Le Vent du Nord is a leading force in Quebec’s progressive francophone folk movement. The group’s vast repertoire draws from both traditional sources and original compositions, while enhancing it’s hard-driving soulful music (rooted in the Celtic diaspora) with a broad range of global influences.
An Evening of Jazz, Pop, Swing and Humor Twin Cities Favorites Dan Chouinard and Dane Stauffer join forces to salute some noted artists that make the Great Lakes region so musically rich. From Hoagy Charmichael, Cole Porter, Billy Strayhorn ( W Duke) Prince, Bob Dylan, Count Basie, Peggy Lee, this show will keep your toes tapping. Join […]
“If Louis Armstrong and Doris Day could somehow be the same person, they’d be Bria Skonberg” –Wall Street Journal Bria Skonberg is a Juno-award winning artist, ten-time Downbeat Rising Star, and a Jazz at Lincoln Center Swing! Awardee. Also, she won the 2022 “Legend” Award by the Society for the Preservation of the Great American Songbook. […]
Kavyesh Kaviraj is a critically acclaimed composer, arranger and pianist living and working in Minnesota. The Twin Cities based musician has worked with several internationally renowned artists, including the likes of Wynton Marsalis, David Sanchez, & Steve Cole. He has collaborated with local jazz legends like Debbie Duncan, Bruce Henry, Babatunde Lea, Kevin Washington & […]
SWINGIN’ ON A STAR plays jazz to put a smile on your face THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 7;00 - 10:00 at the WABASHA STREET CAVES, 215 Wabasha Street S., St Paul. Admission is $10 - $15. Free swing dance lesson at 6:15. Cash bar. Free parking. Come to dance. Come to listen & relax. Come to […]
SaltyDog with guest Spenny & Raenelle of Afflatus Every Thursday In March —– Saltydog is a funk jam Improvisational exploration that takes the audience & band on a journey through their playfully crafted folk driven tunes inspired by the likes of everyone from The Talking Heads, The Band, those classic country and jam band staples along […]
A Night of Original Jazz, Swing and Blues Join Jazz chanteuse Leslie Vincent and her band for the vinyl release of their latest album, Little Black Book, an intimate portrait of modern-day […]
“breathing new life into flamenco with a captivating fusion.” – Billboard Latin Maruja Limón is a female sextet from Barcelona known for their vibrant music that blends flamenco, pop, and Latin rhythms. They formed in 2014, and the group composes and arranges their own songs. Moreover, they have performed at festivals and venues across Europe, Morocco, and […]
Pianist/composer Javier Santiago will be performing music from his latest album, Warrior Energy, alongside classic covers and jazz standards. He will display his virtuosic prowess on the acoustic piano as well as experimental electric soundscapes while featuring his stellar band of world-class musicians. Pianist, composer, beatmaker, and popular sideman Javier Santiago is one of the […]
Jake Baldwin is a trumpet player based in Minneapolis, MN. His stylistic versatility has made him one of the busiest freelance trumpet players in the Midwest. You can hear him with groups ranging from the iconic Four Freshmen to the Minnesota Orchestra. In 2023 Jake won a grammy for his contributions to the videogame “Assassin’s […]
A celebration of the music and lives of two giants in 20th century jazz. Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington, and Billy “Swee’Pea” Strayhorn collaborated as composers, arrangers, pianists and bandleaders. Together and separately, they produced such classics as “Take The A Train”, “Sophisticated Lady” and “Lush Life”. Maud Hixson, vocals Rick Carlson, piano Hailed as “gently […]
Minneapolis guitarist, composer, and singer John Penny brings his Virtual Band, AND his Guitar Trio to The High Hat for a unique night of music. Both of Penny’s projects aim to deliver inspiration with original World Jazz and American Roots music. The virtual Band calls on Penny’s background in scoring music for film. From decades […]
The Million Quartet plays original music composed by Steve Million, a jazz pianist who has recorded with Randy Brecker and Chris Potter. The quartet features the dynamic artistry of Mark Feldman on jazz violin along with the deep psychically connected grooves of Bob Rummage and Eric Hochberg. Band Members: Steve Million - Piano/Compositions Mark Feldman - Violin […]
InTune Pop-up Sound Museum is for ALL curious minds!! Come uncover the question-When does sound become music? March 29th at A-Mill Artist Lofts 1pm-7pm Open House style (free!) ! Come ready to listen:)
This event features some of the best poets, spoken word, artists, as well as comedians, writers and others hang together for a free event as a fundraiser to support assistance to those directly benefited by the ICE occupation. It includes Joe Davis, who also performs with his musical combo, the poetic diaspora – although he […]
The name “Peter Kogan’s Monsterful Wonderband” comes from the title track of his 2nd CD “Some Monsterful Wonderthing” which is a sardonic sendoff or the Richard Rogers tune “Something Wonderful”. The septet’s 3 horns, guitar and rhythm provide a many colored palette, which reflects Peter’s long term experience as The Minnesota’s Orchestra’s timpanist. This show […]
“Savion is to tap what Charlie Parker is to jazz” – Herb Alpert Savion Glover brings his revolutionary Project 9 back to the venue he premiered it at, in October 2024! Glover combines live jazz music and percussive movement for an expressive celebration of sound. Here, Glover acts as lead dancer and drummer! At this […]
“infectious energy and joy radiating off the stage” – Adventures in Americana The Foxgloves are an all-women Americana/Newgrass band out of the Twin Cities. Here, they have been a vibrant part of the Midwest music scene since 2019. Their vibrant four-part harmonies share stories that feel weathered and deeply human, whether they are bright and driving, or […]
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 […]
“groundbreaking, genre-bending innovative group” – Jazz Guitar Today Mark Lettieri is a six-time nominated, five-time Grammy winning guitarist, composer, producer, and instructor. He creates acclaimed guitar-based instrumental music and is a member of leading instrumental bands Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers. Also, he is a session musician proficient in a multitude of styles. Thus, he has recorded and performed in virtually […]
“I want my songs to be heard and experienced, not just listened to,” says cliché-defying, internationally beloved Chicago bluesman Toronzo Cannon. Cannon is on the cutting edge of today’s contemporary blues scene. Further, critics hail him as one of the genre’s most creative artists. Fans love him for his richly detailed, truth-telling original songs, blistering, inventive […]
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 […]
Larry McDonough saw Bill Evans perform in the 1970s, and Joel Shapira met Jim Hall when he lived in New York City in the early 1990s. Shapira, who now resides and performs in Paris, will be returning briefly to the Twin Cities for this show. The duo will perform music from their live recording celebrating […]
Larry McDonough saw Bill Evans perform in the 1970s, and Joel Shapira met Jim Hall when he lived in New York City in the early 1990s. Shapira, who now resides and performs in Paris, will be returning briefly to the Twin Cities for this show. The duo will perform music from their live recording celebrating […]
Trombonist/composer Kalia Vandever makes their Minnesota debut at Berlin with a solo performance. Ross Clowser opens and closes the evening with International Anthem–inflected DJ sets. ⊹ Kalia Vandever is a Grammy Award-winning trombonist and composer living in Brooklyn, NY. Their distinctive approach to the trombone is defined by their sonorous tone and lyrical improvisational voice. […]
A Night of Hot Club Jazz! Dr. Ryan Anthony Picone, guitarist, composer, and Director of the Twin Cities Djangofest, brings his deep love of the Hot Club tradition to the stage in a special evening celebrating the music of Django Reinhardt with his friends from Hot Club Mania. On April 3, 2026, the Ryan Picone […]
Blues, Folk, Country and Americana Two Voices – Two Guitars – 100 Stories. The best of songwriters from John Prine, Bonnie Raitt, Mississippi John Hurt, Willie Nelson, Guy Clark and Bruce Springsteen. The wisdom of the ages meets the fresh exuberance of youth. Jeff Dayton: Guitar and Vocals Sam Ryden: Guitar and Vocals From the heart of Minnesota, […]
The Harry Scott Quintet will perform one and a half hours of originals, and new arrangements of standards. Harry Scott is an up and coming pianist and composer based in the Twin Cities and Chicago. Just 18, he has performed with his Trio, Quintet, and solo across countless venues in the areas, including The Dakota […]
The Steve Kenny Quintet will play selections from their recently released Blue Chunks album intermixed with some crowd-pleasing favorite jazz standards. There may be some Coltrane! Band Members: Steve Kenny - Trumpet Pete Whitman - Saxophones Levi Schwartzberg - Vibraphone Dan Carpel - Bass Miguel Hurtado - Drums Steve Kenny is active in the Minnesota […]
