BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Jazz88.FM - ECPv6.17.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.jazz88.fm
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Jazz88.FM
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20270314T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20271107T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T213000
DTSTAMP:20260508T185220Z
CREATED:20260508T185220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T185220Z
UID:10009036-1780513200-1780522200@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Mantis (“You Get Lost” Album Release) at Berlin
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBand Members:\nSean Carey – Drums\nJeremy Boettcher – Bass\nScott Burton – Guitar/Electronics \n⊹ \nScott Burton has worked with everyone from saxophonist Matana Roberts to expat hip-hop producer Jneiro Jarel (aka JJ DOOM) to MacArthur Fellowship winner Ken Vandermark to Grammy winner Julien Baker. His music has been featured on NPR and BBC Radio. \nRenowned bassist Jeremy Boettcher swiftly rose to prominence\, captivating audiences nationwide with his remarkable versatility and musical prowess. In recent years\, he has graced the global stage\, touring extensively with musicians such as Sean Carey and Richard Johnson. \nS. Carey is the moniker of Eau Claire\, WI–based multi-instrumentalist\, songwriter\, and producer Sean Carey\, who is commonly recognized as the drummer\, vocalist\, and pianist in the indie folk band Bon Iver. Over the past decade\, Carey has fostered his flourishing solo career via themes of nature and sustainability; songwriting built from jazz beginnings; and heartfelt\, emotive lyricism. His latest EP\, Watercress\, adds to a discography of four full-length releases\, three EPs\, and countless collaborations.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mantis-you-get-lost-album-release-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-08-at-1.52.00-PM.png
GEO:44.982616;-93.263752
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Berlin 204 1st St S Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=204 1st St S:geo:-93.263752,44.982616
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T210000
DTSTAMP:20250924T142825Z
CREATED:20250924T142825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T142825Z
UID:10005399-1780426800-1780434000@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Red Planet
DESCRIPTION:Hear some free free jazz with the Twin Cities dynamic quartet. \nMagraw\, Bates\, Kaviraj\, Epstein
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/red-planet-8/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
GEO:44.953159;-93.087964
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MetroNOME Brewery 385 Broadway St Saint Paul MN 55101 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=385 Broadway St:geo:-93.087964,44.953159
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T230000
DTSTAMP:20260528T161816Z
CREATED:20260528T161816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T161816Z
UID:10009077-1780264800-1780268400@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Ray Barnard w Polem @ White Squirrel Sun. 5-31
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be playing a Soul & Soul-Jazz with the jazz group Polem \nWe’ve never played together before\, but I heard their new LP and it’s very cool. \nSo we’re gonna see how we work together! \nThey play at 9 pm\nI play w them at 10 pm
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ray-barnard-w-polem-white-squirrel-sun-5-31/
LOCATION:MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/White-Squirrel-May-2026-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T213000
DTSTAMP:20260508T184118Z
CREATED:20260508T184118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T184118Z
UID:10009035-1780254000-1780263000@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Kenny Reichert’s Letters From the Road: Twin Cities Quartet at Berlin
DESCRIPTION: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 time-tested and brand-new ensembles to Berlin in Minneapolis and North Street Cabaret in Madison\, WI\, every weekend in May. \nReichert’s Twin Cities Quartet is a newer working band focused entirely on unrecorded repertoire. The compositions lean toward modern jazz language while blending elements of avant-garde improvisation and folk-influenced melody and form. Each of the players’ personalities will shape each performance. \nBand Members:\nKenny Reichert – Guitar\nKavyesh Kaviraj – Piano\nGraydon Peterson – Bass\nBen Ehrlich – Drums \n⊹ \nRecognized by DownBeat magazine as “a distinctive player and composer\,” Kenny Reichert has established himself as a compelling guitarist with an expressive\, refined approach to his instrument. His artistry has been praised by All About Jazz as “masterly without being showy\,” and Textura has lauded his compositions for making an “immediate impression” and “warranting repeat engagement.” \nBased between Chicago and Minneapolis\, Reichert is an in-demand performer who has collaborated with artists such as Russ Johnson\, Geof Bradfield\, Lenard Simpson\, Clark Sommers\, Ethan Philion\, John Christensen\, Devin Drobka\, Ana Everling\, and Alyssa Allgood. He has performed at venues and festivals across the United States and Europe\, bringing his music to audiences in intimate and large-scale settings. \nReichert has released four albums as a leader. His latest\, Live in Chicago\, features his longtime collaborators and their deep musical interactions. His previous albums Switch (2024\, Calligram Records); Deep Breath (2023\, Shifting Paradigm Records); and Interpretations (2015)\, cemented his reputation as a forward-thinking guitarist and composer.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/kenny-reicherts-letters-from-the-road-twin-cities-quartet-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Kenny-Reichert.jpg
GEO:44.982616;-93.263752
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Berlin 204 1st St S Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=204 1st St S:geo:-93.263752,44.982616
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T203000
DTSTAMP:20260320T143531Z
CREATED:20260320T143531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T143531Z
UID:10008463-1780252200-1780259400@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Jackson Peters Trio
DESCRIPTION:NxtGn star Jackson Peters returns to Fingal’s Cave\, featuring Owen Brady and Aaron Montreal.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/jackson-peters-trio-2/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Brady-Peters-Montreal-Metronome-1050-x-1050-px.png
GEO:44.953159;-93.087964
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MetroNOME Brewery 385 Broadway St Saint Paul MN 55101 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=385 Broadway St:geo:-93.087964,44.953159
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T220000
DTSTAMP:20260508T182202Z
CREATED:20260508T182202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T182202Z
UID:10009027-1780169400-1780178400@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:JT Bates Quartet at Berlin
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBand Members:\nJT Bates – Drums\nJeff Bailey – Bass\nMichael Lewis – Saxophone\nBryan Nichols – Piano \n⊹ \nGrowing up in a musical family gave JT Bates an early start into sound and rhythmic exploration. He set on the path to becoming a working musician while playing in his father’s big band as a teen. Over the years\, he remained steeped in the improvised music scene\, both as a performer and presenter. In 2015\, he produced and released his first solo album\, Open Relationships (Totally Gross National Product)\, and in 2021\, he released an album called Not Other Stuff. As a session drummer\, Bates has appeared on Grammy record of the year Folklore (Taylor Swift) and Swift’s follow-up album\, Evermore. He has also performed on the Grammy-nominated album s/t (Bonny Light Horseman) and critically acclaimed records by Bon Iver\, Big Red Machine\, Cassandra Jenkins\, The National\, Maya Hawke\, and Ed Sheeran. \nJeff Bailey is a preeminent bassist in the Twin Cities. He is the director of the Certificate in Music Production Program at Hamline University\, and he served as bass department head at McNally Smith College of Music for six years\, developing and implementing a curriculum that integrated modern music technology with traditional conservatory culture. \nMichael Lewis is regarded throughout the Twin Cities and well beyond as one of the most creative sax players in modern music\, lending his blowing and bowing skills to a number of highly regarded ensembles. He is a core member of Happy Apple\, Alpha Consumer\, Bon Iver\, and Fat Kid Wednesdays and has performed with Andrew Bird\, Gayngs\, and Fog. \nBryan 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 a variety of forward-thinking artists. The Star Tribune has called him “a versatile\, daring and inventive keyboardist…one of the Twin Cities’ most respected jazz players.” He is a recipient of a prestigious McKnight Fellowship for Performing Artists and a residency at the Kennedy Center for Betty Carter’s Jazz Aheadprogram. Nichols has released two albums as a leader to critical and audience acclaim; an original solo piano work\, Looking North;and a suite of originals for his quintet\, Bright Places.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/jt-bates-quartet-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-08-at-1.21.45-PM.png
GEO:44.982616;-93.263752
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Berlin 204 1st St S Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=204 1st St S:geo:-93.263752,44.982616
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T213000
DTSTAMP:20260506T174625Z
CREATED:20260324T183550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T174625Z
UID:10008481-1780169400-1780176600@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:32nd Street Jazz – Miles Cinematic Universe – a Tribute to Miles Davis
DESCRIPTION:Probably apocryphal\, but the first part is undoubtedly true. Here’s a fabulous tribute to Miles Davis that doesn’t involve going to the White House.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/32nd-street-jazz-miles-cinematic-universe-a-tribute-to-miles-davis/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/32sj-20260530-fb-15.jpg
GEO:44.953159;-93.087964
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MetroNOME Brewery 385 Broadway St Saint Paul MN 55101 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=385 Broadway St:geo:-93.087964,44.953159
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T172858Z
CREATED:20260407T202919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T172858Z
UID:10008825-1780165800-1780173000@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Don't Call it a Pop Up-"House of Jazz" Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nGet ready to vibe live with Neo-Soul Jazz at the House of Jazz Kick Off Tour — no pop-ups\, just pure groove! \nDon’t Call it a Pop up! House of Jazz Promotional Kick Off Tour!\nGet ready for a night full of smooth jazz vibes and good times at the Depot Coffee House | The Freight Room! Join us on May 30\, 2026 at 6:30 PM (Central Time) for the House of Jazz Promotional Kick Off Tour. It’s the perfect chance to chill\, enjoy great music\, and kick back with friends. Don’t miss out on this awesome in-person event! \nHere is what you can expect from this event:\n• Musical Style: The evening will feature a blend of contemporary jazz\, neo-soul\, pop\, and R&B. Ashby describes this specific sound as “Contemporary Jazz with Soul\,” characterized by hard-hitting groove-based rhythms and timeless\, soulful melodies.\n• Performance Atmosphere: The event is crafted for a “Mature Adult” audience\, emphasizing a relaxing\, “chill” environment where spontaneous creativity and emotional connection take center stage.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dont-call-it-a-pop-up-house-of-jazz-kickoff/
LOCATION:Hopkins Depot The Freight Room\, 9451 Excelsior Blvd\, Hopkins\, Minnesota\, 55343
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Official-Dont-call-it-a-pop-up.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Wenso Ashby Music":MAILTO:wensoashby@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T233000
DTSTAMP:20260303T191747Z
CREATED:20260303T191747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T191747Z
UID:10008318-1780090200-1780097400@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Robert Glasper at Dakota Jazz Club Night 3
DESCRIPTION: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 the music business\, from live touring to film scoring\, composing and producing. \nEvolution is his hallmark. Glasper’s breakout crossover album Black Radio changed the face of the genre and set a new expectation for what popular music could be. Then\, the album won him the Grammy for best R&B album. Further\, it established him as the musician of choice for some of the world’s most iconic artists. Glasper played keys throughout Kendrick Lamar‘s To Pimp A Butterfly\, winning another Grammy for the elastic track “These Walls”. The ongoing Black Radio series has become Glasper’s calling card\, upholding a place at the heart of a trailblazing community. Collaborators range from long-time sonic brothers Mos Def and Bilal to legends including Ledisi\, Lupe Fiasco\, Kanye West\, Jill Scott\, and Erykah Badu. \nGlasper’s eternal pursuit to further his sound has been consistent in challenging and transforming his creative horizons across the board. Whether producing a remix album with Kaytranda or as a bandleader\, Robert consistently defies the limits of the genre. Moreover\, this is evident in his expansive portfolio and range of projects. His acoustic trio simultaneously defies and elevates the traditional idiom\, uniting it effortlessly with electronics from visionary DJ Jahi Sundance. August Greene is a collaboration with Common + Karriem Riggins. R+R=Now is a new supergroup at the crossroads of hip-hop and jazz.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/robert-glasper-at-dakota-jazz-club-night-3/2026-05-29/2/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-03-at-12.54.29-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T233000
DTSTAMP:20260217T153858Z
CREATED:20260217T153858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T153858Z
UID:10007883-1780086600-1780097400@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Framework (Chris Olson\, Chris Bates\, Jay Epstein) at Volstead's
DESCRIPTION: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.\n– Jazz Police
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/framework-chris-olson-chris-bates-jay-epstein-at-volsteads/
LOCATION:Volstead’s Emporium\, 711 W Lake St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/24-02-Framework-Chris-Jay-Chris-Jazz-Central-1800x1192-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Volstead's Emporium":MAILTO:info@volsteads.net
GEO:44.948289;-93.288187
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Volstead’s Emporium 711 W Lake St Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=711 W Lake St:geo:-93.288187,44.948289
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T195342Z
CREATED:20260501T195342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T195342Z
UID:10008975-1780084800-1780090200@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Laura Caviani Trio+ at Jazz Central Studios
DESCRIPTION:Laura Caviani – piano \nKam Markworth – bass \nDave Schmalenberger – drums \nhttps://www.lauracaviani.com/
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/laura-caviani-trio-at-jazz-central-studios/
LOCATION:Jazz Central Studios\, 407 Central Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-01-at-2.45.53-PM.png
GEO:44.987811;-93.253899
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Jazz Central Studios 407 Central Ave SE Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=407 Central Ave SE:geo:-93.253899,44.987811
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T220000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175632Z
CREATED:20260508T175632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T175632Z
UID:10009026-1780083000-1780092000@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Laeton Olaleye + Omar Abdulkarim at Berlin
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBand Members:\nLaeton Olaleye – Saxophone\nOmar Abdulkarim – Trumpet/Flugelhorn\nKevin Washington – Drums\nDan Carpel – Bass\nKavyesh Kaviraj – Piano \n⊹ \nSaxophonist Laeton Olaleye is a rising talent in the Twin Cities jazz scene. He has performed in venues including the Dakota Jazz Club\, Crooners\, Jazz Central Studios\, MetroNOME Brewery\, and the Twin Cities Jazz Festival with renowned Twin Cities artists such as Omar Abdulkarim\, Tom Lewis\, and Will Kjeer. He has also played in New York City\, Chicago\, and Louisville. He has received instruction from acclaimed jazz artists Kevin Washington\, Scott Johnson\, Jack Breen\, and Kavyesh Kaviraj. Olaleye’s captivating style has been influenced by Patrick Bartley\, Arthur Blythe\, John Coltrane\, and Cannonball Adderley\, along with many other greats. \nMinneapolis native Omar Abdulkarim has been playing trumpet since he was 14 months old\, having learned from his father\, Ahmed Abdulkarim. He holds a bachelor’s degree in music performance from the renowned New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. He has performed around the world with various groups at the Haitian Jazz Festival; Marians Jazzroom in Bern\, Switzerland; and the Blue Note\, Smalls\, and Birdland in New York City. He has performed and worked with Roy Hargrove\, Redman\, Method Man\, KRS-One\, Talib Kweli\, Lauryn Hill\, Nicholas Payton Television Studio Orchestra\, José James\, and Valery Ponomarev’s big band. His quintet held a year-long residency at New York’s prestigious Standard Hotel\, playing five nights a week in the Boom Boom Room. He has also performed in an orchestra and jazz quartet on the largest cruise ship in the world: “The Oasis of the Seas.”
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/laeton-olaleye-omar-abdulkarim-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-08-at-12.47.11-PM.png
GEO:44.982616;-93.263752
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Berlin 204 1st St S Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=204 1st St S:geo:-93.263752,44.982616
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T143131Z
CREATED:20260519T143131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T143131Z
UID:10009059-1780077600-1780084800@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Erik Brandt & the Urban Hillbilly Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 29\, 2026\nDock & Paddle @ the Lake Como Pavilion\n1360 Lexington Parkway N / St. Paul\, MN 55103 / 952-303-3481\nwww.dockandpaddle.com\n6– 8:00PM. Tips! All-ages\nErik and the UHQ show
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/erik-brandt-the-urban-hillbilly-quartet/
LOCATION:Como Lakeside Pavilion\, 1360 Lexington Parkway North\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55103
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/UHQ-official-band-photo-2024-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T193000
DTSTAMP:20260508T203322Z
CREATED:20260508T203322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T203322Z
UID:10009041-1780077600-1780083000@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Ederlezi: A Springtime Feast at Crooners
DESCRIPTION:Orkestar Bez Ime presents Balkan Party Music\nKnown 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 people of Eastern Europe\, as you drink the water of life (a.k.a.\, your favorite Crooners beverage) and feast to your health! \nColleen Bertsch: Violin\, Vocals \nScott Keever: Guitar\, Tambura \nMatt Miller: Bass \nKatrina Mundinger: Clarinet\, Vocals \nNatalie Nowytski: Vocals\, Percussion \nEric Ray: Accordion\, Vocals \nOrkestar Bez Ime [or-KESS-tar behz EE-meh]\, meaning “orchestra without a name” in Bulgarian\, was formed in 2002 to recreate the sounds of the village with a presentation as festive as the music itself. Focusing on Eastern Europe and music of the Rom (“Gypsy”) people\, OBI’s repertoire reaches from Albania to Ukraine\, with plenty of stops in between. Orkestar Bez Ime has received esteemed awards from the McKnight Foundation and the American Composers Forum. \n“Full-bodied\, flavorful music” – Minnesota Public Radio
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ederlezi-a-springtime-feast-at-crooners/
LOCATION:Crooners Supper Club\, 6161 State Hwy 65\, Fridley\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-08-at-3.23.35-PM.png
GEO:45.080014;-93.243633
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crooners Supper Club 6161 State Hwy 65 Fridley MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6161 State Hwy 65:geo:-93.243633,45.080014
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T223000
DTSTAMP:20260303T191304Z
CREATED:20260303T191304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T191304Z
UID:10008316-1780002000-1780007400@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Robert Glasper at Dakota Jazz Club Night 2
DESCRIPTION: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 the music business\, from live touring to film scoring\, composing and producing. \nEvolution is his hallmark. Glasper’s breakout crossover album Black Radio changed the face of the genre and set a new expectation for what popular music could be. Then\, the album won him the Grammy for best R&B album. Further\, it established him as the musician of choice for some of the world’s most iconic artists. Glasper played keys throughout Kendrick Lamar‘s To Pimp A Butterfly\, winning another Grammy for the elastic track “These Walls”. The ongoing Black Radio series has become Glasper’s calling card\, upholding a place at the heart of a trailblazing community. Collaborators range from long-time sonic brothers Mos Def and Bilal to legends including Ledisi\, Lupe Fiasco\, Kanye West\, Jill Scott\, and Erykah Badu. \nGlasper’s eternal pursuit to further his sound has been consistent in challenging and transforming his creative horizons across the board. Whether producing a remix album with Kaytranda or as a bandleader\, Robert consistently defies the limits of the genre. Moreover\, this is evident in his expansive portfolio and range of projects. His acoustic trio simultaneously defies and elevates the traditional idiom\, uniting it effortlessly with electronics from visionary DJ Jahi Sundance. August Greene is a collaboration with Common + Karriem Riggins. R+R=Now is a new supergroup at the crossroads of hip-hop and jazz.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/robert-glasper-at-dakota-jazz-club-night-2/2026-05-28/2/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-03-at-12.54.29-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T213000
DTSTAMP:20260508T173841Z
CREATED:20260508T173841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T173841Z
UID:10009025-1779996600-1780003800@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:One-Man Shows & Immaculate Flows w/ L.A. Buckner & Midwest James at Berlin
DESCRIPTION: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 by Karl Michael Iglesias. The night will end with a talkback and a special music experience by the duo. \n⊹ \n“Things You Can’t See” follows Minneapolis-based drummer L.A. Buckner as he navigates the unseen truths of life as a Black musician performing in predominantly white wedding reception spaces. Blending personal stories\, sharp humor\, and dynamic live performance\, the piece unpacks the layers of cultural expectation\, artistic resilience\, and identity within the world of professional music. \n“Cicada” is an Afrofuturistic multimedia theatrical performance adapted from the stage play created by James D. Gavins and Karl Michael Iglesias. Through storytelling\, music\, movement\, and comedy\, the story follows James in a parallel universe as he goes through the process to receive his reparations. He has been chosen to beta test CICADA\, a psychotherapy simulator\, that claims to ease the trauma from black history in America. \n⊹ \nL.A. Buckner is a performing musician\, teaching artist\, and producer from the Northside of Minneapolis. He holds a master’s degree in music performance from McNally Smith College of Music and is a community partnership instructor for the MacPhail Center for Music. His artistry is full of energy\, excitement\, culture and excellence. \nJames D. Gavins\, aka Midwest James\, is an interdisciplinary artist born and raised between Chicago and Minneapolis. In 2008\, Gavins was granted the First Wave Hip Hop & Urban Arts Scholarship and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison\, where he earned a B.A. in theater and drama. In 2015\, he graduated from UW-Madison and became a Practicing Professional Teaching Artist with the Wallace Foundation/Youth Arts Initiatives and served as a Performing Arts Director with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Milwaukee & Greater Green Bay. There\, he facilitated film\, theater\, and music programs with youth. Gavins also tours with the ShapeShift Theatrical Dance Company as a performer and creative collaborator. He premiered his interdisciplinary theater show “Cicada” in 2019 and went on to develop and perform it as a performance-integrated film at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. Stream his projects “Dante’s Inertia\,” “Ready Up\,” and “ILK” on all platforms.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/one-man-shows-immaculate-flows-w-l-a-buckner-midwest-james-at-berlin/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-08-at-12.38.29-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T154230Z
CREATED:20260526T154230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T154230Z
UID:10009070-1779994800-1780005600@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Swingin’ On a Star at the Wabasha St. Caves\, Thursday\,  5/28
DESCRIPTION:It is always cool in the Caves\, 215 S. Wabasha St.\, St Paul\, MN.\nSwingin’ On A Star\, featuring vocalist Dorothy Doring\, plays the joyous jazz of America’s Swing Era.\nSwingin’ On A Star plays from 7:00 to 10:00\, Thursday\, May 28.\nAdmission is $15. Students and seniors pay $10 (cash) or $11 (card.) A cash bar is available.\nThere is a swing dance lesson at 6:15\, free with paid admission.\nSwing on by!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/swingin-on-a-star-at-the-wabasha-st-caves-thursday-5-28/
LOCATION:Wabasha Street Caves\, 215 Wabasha St S\, Saint Paul\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Band-at-Eide-Bailly-scaled.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Hanson":MAILTO:peterhanson02@gmail.com
GEO:44.936771;-93.087514
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wabasha Street Caves 215 Wabasha St S Saint Paul MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=215 Wabasha St S:geo:-93.087514,44.936771
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T210000
DTSTAMP:20260330T161036Z
CREATED:20260330T161036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T161036Z
UID:10008520-1779994800-1780002000@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Mary Louise Knutson\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION: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 Elling\, Bobby McFerrin\, Dianne Reeves\, Kevin Mahogany\, Randy Brecker\, Bobby Shew\, Nicholas Payton\, Terell Stafford\, Terence Blanchard\, Richie Cole\, Ernie Watts\, Greg Abate\, Von Freeman\, Slide Hampton\, Mike Stern\, Peter Erskine\, Billy Hart\, Ed Shaughnessy\, Richard Davis\, and more.As a show player\, she has performed with such artists as Reba McEntire\, MichaelBolton\, Jordin Sparks\, Trisha Yearwood\, Ivan Neville\, Sam Moore\, Donny Osmond\, Smokey Robinson\, the Osmond Brothers\, and comedians Phyllis Diller\, Jack Carter\, Rob Schneider\, Kevin Nealon\, Judy Tenuta\, and more.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mary-louise-knutson-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-2/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/26-02-Gary-Mary-Louise-Jay-High-Hat-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T154005Z
CREATED:20260427T154005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T154005Z
UID:10008933-1779989400-1779993000@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Peter and the Jazztronauts at Norway House
DESCRIPTION:It’s an hour of classic jazz with a contemporary twist when Peter and the Jazztronauts play at the Norway House happy hour. \nThe Jazztronuats are as follows:\nPeter Skjervold sax and flute\nTom Lewis bass\nMitch Hare keyboard and vocals\nKerry Johnson drums
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/peter-and-the-jazztronauts-at-norway-house/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Norway House\, 913 East Franklin Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/peter_jazz_1.3.12.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Norway House":MAILTO:classes@norwayhouse.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T223000
DTSTAMP:20260303T190439Z
CREATED:20260303T190350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T190439Z
UID:10008314-1779915600-1779921000@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Robert Glasper at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION: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 the music business\, from live touring to film scoring\, composing and producing. \nEvolution is his hallmark. Glasper’s breakout crossover album Black Radio changed the face of the genre and set a new expectation for what popular music could be. Then\, the album won him the Grammy for best R&B album. Further\, it established him as the musician of choice for some of the world’s most iconic artists. Glasper played keys throughout Kendrick Lamar‘s To Pimp A Butterfly\, winning another Grammy for the elastic track “These Walls”. The ongoing Black Radio series has become Glasper’s calling card\, upholding a place at the heart of a trailblazing community. Collaborators range from long-time sonic brothers Mos Def and Bilal to legends including Ledisi\, Lupe Fiasco\, Kanye West\, Jill Scott\, and Erykah Badu. \nGlasper’s eternal pursuit to further his sound has been consistent in challenging and transforming his creative horizons across the board. Whether producing a remix album with Kaytranda or as a bandleader\, Robert consistently defies the limits of the genre. Moreover\, this is evident in his expansive portfolio and range of projects. His acoustic trio simultaneously defies and elevates the traditional idiom\, uniting it effortlessly with electronics from visionary DJ Jahi Sundance. August Greene is a collaboration with Common + Karriem Riggins. R+R=Now is a new supergroup at the crossroads of hip-hop and jazz.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/robert-glasper-at-dakota-jazz-club/2026-05-27/2/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-03-at-12.54.29-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T145039Z
CREATED:20260520T145039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T145039Z
UID:10009062-1779818400-1779829200@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:MGS Jazz and Fingerstyle Series Concert
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mgs-jazz-and-fingerstyle-series-concert-4/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/May-J-and-F.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Guitar Society":MAILTO:mgdir@mnguitar.org
GEO:44.953159;-93.087964
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MetroNOME Brewery 385 Broadway St Saint Paul MN 55101 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=385 Broadway St:geo:-93.087964,44.953159
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T142159Z
CREATED:20260508T142159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T142159Z
UID:10009016-1779818400-1779825600@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:MGS Jazz and Fingerstyle Series Concert
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. \nTom Lieberman’s songs have been heard from Sesame Street to Sweet Land. He is an original member of the seminal vocal jazz trio Rio Nido and was associated with public radio’s A Prairie Home Companion from 1976-86\, where he worked variously as a performer\, writer and utility infielder until he was “asked” to hand over the show’s guitar chair to the Country Gentleman himself\, Chet Atkins. He is currently the creator of the musical story world of Ukulele Alley and the voice of “everybody’s favorite talking ukulele\,” Luke the Uke. \nAt age 11\, Ben Abrahamson found his path set ablaze by guitar heroes Paco de Lucía\, Leo Kottke\, Ralph Towner\, and his first guitar teacher Gary Lee Joyner. Ben has studied with flamenco guitarists Juan Ramón Caro at Taller de Músics in Barcelona\, Pedro Cortés\, Jr.\, and Michael Hauser. Ben is a faculty member at MacPhail Center for Music and a teaching artist with the MGS Guitar In Our Schools program.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mgs-jazz-and-fingerstyle-series-concert-3/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/May-JandF.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Guitar Society":MAILTO:mgdir@mnguitar.org
GEO:44.953159;-93.087964
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MetroNOME Brewery 385 Broadway St Saint Paul MN 55101 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=385 Broadway St:geo:-93.087964,44.953159
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T213000
DTSTAMP:20260508T173144Z
CREATED:20260508T173144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T173144Z
UID:10009023-1779649200-1779658200@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Kenny Reichert’s Letters From the Road: Colours Quintet at Berlin
DESCRIPTION: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 time-tested and brand-new ensembles to Berlin in Minneapolis and North Street Cabaret in Madison\, WI\, every weekend in May. \nOriginally conceived during a residency at the Ragdale Foundation\, the Colours Quintet music draws from Reichert’s time spent walking and observing the prairie landscape. This is some of his most detailed and structurally ambitious writing\, balancing through-composed material with space for individual voice. \nBand Members:\nKenny Reichert – Guitar\nRuss Johnson – Trumpet\nGeof Bradfield – Saxophone\nTim Ipsen – Bass\nDevin Drobka – Drums \n⊹ \nRecognized by DownBeat magazine as “a distinctive player and composer\,” Kenny Reichert has established himself as a compelling guitarist with an expressive\, refined approach to his instrument. His artistry has been praised by All About Jazz as “masterly without being showy\,” and Textura has lauded his compositions for making an “immediate impression” and “warranting repeat engagement.” \nBased between Chicago and Minneapolis\, Reichert is an in-demand performer who has collaborated with artists such as Russ Johnson\, Geof Bradfield\, Lenard Simpson\, Clark Sommers\, Ethan Philion\, John Christensen\, Devin Drobka\, Ana Everling\, and Alyssa Allgood. He has performed at venues and festivals across the United States and Europe\, bringing his music to audiences in intimate and large-scale settings. \nReichert has released four albums as a leader. His latest\, Live in Chicago\, features his longtime collaborators and their deep musical interactions. His previous albums Switch (2024\, Calligram Records); Deep Breath (2023\, Shifting Paradigm Records); and Interpretations (2015)\, cemented his reputation as a forward-thinking guitarist and composer.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/kenny-reicherts-letters-from-the-road-colours-quintet-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Kenny-Reichert.jpg
GEO:44.982616;-93.263752
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Berlin 204 1st St S Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=204 1st St S:geo:-93.263752,44.982616
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T203000
DTSTAMP:20260413T144148Z
CREATED:20260413T144148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T144148Z
UID:10008907-1779647400-1779654600@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:The Sam Stauning Quartet
DESCRIPTION:The Sam Stauning Quartet is a new small jazz ensemble created and led by tenor saxophonist\nSam Stauning. The group consists of some of the best young musicians in the Twin Cities. The\ngroup will perform various tunes from jazz standards to newer modern tunes.\nInfo for each band member:\nSam Stauning is a 17 year old up and coming tenor saxophonist currently a part of the Dakota\nEnsemble at MacPhail. He has received mentorship from local legends such as Peter Whitman\,\nKavyesh Kaviraj\, Jack Breen\, Kevin Washington\, Zacc Harris\, Abebi Stafford\, Ian Duerr\, and\nJesse Simon to name a few. Sam has played at Berlin\, the Dakota\, Twin Cities Jazz Festival\,\nand Minneapolis Institute of Art. He has received the award of Outstanding Soloist at the Eau\nClaire Jazz Festival.\nCallum Schultz is a 17 year old bassist who has performed alongside saxophone greats Joe\nLovano\, Kenni Holmen\, and JD Allen\, and has played at numerous Twin Cities venues such as\nThe Dakota\, the Landmark Center\, the Governor’s Residence\, The Green Room\, and Berlin\nJazz Club. He is a 2025/26 MN All State musician\, and a 2025/26 YoungArts jazz bass award\nwinner.\nAtaa\, who started playing drums as a toddler under the influence of his father\, the renowned\nGhanaian percussionist Sowah Mensah\, honed his craft under mentorship from local jazz greats\nlike Kevin Washington\, Felix James\, and Kavyesh Kaviraj. He has since become a fixture in the\nlocal music scene\, performing both as a leader and sideman.\nXavier Johnson Ryan is an up-and-coming jazz pianist in the Twin Cities area. He has\nperformed at venues including Icehouse\, the Green Room\, Jazz Central Studios\, the Dakota\,\nBerlin\, and the Twin Cities Jazz Festival. Johnson Ryan is a longstanding member of Twin Cities\nband Half Past Midnight and has played with jazz greats Kyle Poole and Joe Lovano among\nothers. He has studied under acclaimed jazz artists Kavyesh Kaviraj\, Kevin Washington\, Jack\nBreen\, and Solomon Parham.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/the-sam-stauning-quartet/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/image4.png
GEO:44.953159;-93.087964
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MetroNOME Brewery 385 Broadway St Saint Paul MN 55101 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=385 Broadway St:geo:-93.087964,44.953159
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T194511Z
CREATED:20260501T194511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T194511Z
UID:10008974-1779566400-1779571800@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Tommy Boynton’s Rchrd Rdgrs Bnd at Jazz Central Studios
DESCRIPTION:Tommy Boynton’s Rchrd Rdgrs Bnd presents the music of Richard Rodgers.  \n \nFeaturing: \nTommy Boynton – voice\, piano \nAlec Watson – celeste \nPat Keen – bass
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/tommy-boyntons-rchrd-rdgrs-bnd-at-jazz-central-studios/
LOCATION:Jazz Central Studios\, 407 Central Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-01-at-2.42.12-PM.png
GEO:44.987811;-93.253899
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Jazz Central Studios 407 Central Ave SE Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=407 Central Ave SE:geo:-93.253899,44.987811
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T220000
DTSTAMP:20260508T172601Z
CREATED:20260508T172601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T172601Z
UID:10009022-1779564600-1779573600@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Joe Policastro Trio at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:The Joe Policastro Trio is a forward-thinking\, Chicago-based jazz trio hailed by DownBeat for its “deft analysis of choice repertoire” and by the Chicago Reader for its “diversity of approaches to all kinds of source material.” While firmly rooted in jazz\, the band’s open-minded\, inclusive nature draws upon a wide array of musical styles and sources while keeping the aesthetic of an acoustic trio intact. \nThe band recently released its seventh album\, Mending Wall. Through highly personal readings of music from Italy and Hong Kong\, movie scores and symphonic themes\, pop tunes\, and even a cowboy song written by a Russian classical composer\, the trio explores the nature of identity\, boundaries\, and borders. Their diverse catalog—Ceremony (2023)\, Sounds Unheard (2022)\, Nothing Here Belongs (2019)\, Screen Sounds (2017)\, POPS! (2016)\, and West Side Story Suite (2013)—captures the band’s progressive\, forward-thinking\, non-hierarchical approach\, whether they are showcasing their original music or remaking unlikely songs in a characteristically raw\, idiosyncratic fashion. \nTrue bands are a rarity in jazz these days\, especially ones that hone their craft as consistently as this one does. The band held court thrice-weekly at Pops for Champagne in downtown Chicago for over a decade. Beyond Chicago\, the trio has been extensively playing together at clubs and festivals throughout the United States and Canada. \nBand Members:\nJoe Policastro – Bass\nDave Miller – Guitar\nMikel Avery – Drums
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/joe-policastro-trio-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-08-at-12.20.39-PM.png
GEO:44.982616;-93.263752
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Berlin 204 1st St S Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=204 1st St S:geo:-93.263752,44.982616
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T210000
DTSTAMP:20260506T162227Z
CREATED:20260506T162227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T162227Z
UID:10008985-1779562800-1779570000@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Will Aldrich/Jack Schabert 4th Annual Birthday Bash Show!
DESCRIPTION:The Boys of May are back and celebrating their birthdays once again in Fingal’s Cave!
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/will-aldrich-jack-schabert-4th-annual-birthday-bash-show/
LOCATION:MetroNOME Brewery\, 385 Broadway St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55101\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/may-2026.png
GEO:44.953159;-93.087964
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MetroNOME Brewery 385 Broadway St Saint Paul MN 55101 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=385 Broadway St:geo:-93.087964,44.953159
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T222436Z
CREATED:20260427T222436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T222436Z
UID:10008967-1779562800-1779568200@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Steve Cole: Record Release at Dakota Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the release of Steve Cole’s twelfth solo album\, Sleight of Hand. This dynamic new recording showcases Cole’s signature saxophone sound. Moreover\, it features standout guest performances from guitar virtuoso Cory Wong. Additionally\, legendary bassist Will Lee (David Letterman Band)\, and renowned B3 master Ricky Peterson (Stevie Nicks).  \nSteve Cole is widely recognized as one of contemporary jazz’s most influential and expressive voices. The Chicago native exploded onto the scene with 1998’s Stay Awhile\, which fellow Chicagoan Brian Culbertson produced. The disc scored multiple Number One hits and earned Cole the Oasis Smooth Jazz Award for best new artist. Then\, he released his sophomore set\, Between Us\, in 2000. Also\, he recorded 2003’s NY LA\, 2005’s Spin\, 2006’s True\, 2009’s Moonlight\, 2013’s True\, 2016’s Turn It Up\, 2019’s Gratitude\, and his latest\, 2023’s Without a Doubt. Then\, Without a Doubt landed four singles on the top of the Smooth Jazz Chart.  \nBeyond his solo career\, Cole has brought his signature sound to collaborations with an impressive roster of artists. For example\, Junior Wells\, Buddy Guy\, Boz Scaggs\, Larry Carlton\, Jeff Lorber\, Jim Peterik\, Freddie Cole\, Cyrus Chestnut\, and KMFDM. He has also appeared as a featured soloist with the City of Prague Orchestra and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Additionally\, Cole is a founding member of The Sax Pack\, the celebrated sax trio with Kim Waters and Jeff Kashiwa. \nAdditionally\, Dr. Cole serves as a Clinical Professor and Teaching Fellow at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota. There\, he teaches music industry entrepreneurship and mentors the next generation of artists and innovators. \nSteve Cole\, saxophone\nKavyesh Kaviraj\, keyboards\nJeff Bailey\, bass\nDavid Feily\, guitar\nKirk Johnson\, drums
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/steve-cole-record-release-at-dakota-jazz-club/
LOCATION:Dakota Jazz Club\, 1010 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-27-at-5.22.26-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T223000
DTSTAMP:20260324T145114Z
CREATED:20260324T145114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T145114Z
UID:10008480-1779480000-1779489000@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Mike Munson Trio Record Release
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mike Munson Trio in celebrating their debut release as a band “Sometimes\, not always.” (Liatris Records). Munson is joined by Nick Salisbury on bass and Lars-Erik Larson on drums\, pairing stunning guitar sounds with sparse arrangements in a collection of slow\, jazz-like instrumentals and moving ballads. The Trio’s highly anticipated release marks a pivot for Munson toward a softer\, more introspective sound. The group will split the night with the revered Minneapolis multi-instrumentalist Dosh.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mike-munson-trio-record-release/
LOCATION:Icehouse\, 2528 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Mike-Munson-Trio_credit-Nate-Nelson-scaled.jpg
GEO:44.95681;-93.27794
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Icehouse 2528 Nicollet Ave Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2528 Nicollet Ave:geo:-93.27794,44.95681
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T220000
DTSTAMP:20260508T164549Z
CREATED:20260508T164549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T164549Z
UID:10009021-1779478200-1779487200@www.jazz88.fm
SUMMARY:Ella Grace & Marisa Cravero at Berlin
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota-raised trumpeter Ella Grace joins forces with Marisa Cravero—a young vocalist who has already made a name for herself in jazz on a national scale—for a special show as part of their joint Midwest tour. Backed by a tasteful\, gifted rhythm section\, Grace and Cravero will blend their songbooks for a unique mix of original jazz compositions and arrangements. \nBand Members:\nElla Grace – Trumpet\nMarisa Cravero – Voice\nIsaac LaVigne – Drums\nTyler Lustek – Piano\nDan Carpel – Bass \n⊹ \nElla Grace is an award-winning performer\, composer\, and educator based in Chicago. Born in Georgia and raised in Minnesota\, Ella moved to Chicago in 2021\, where she earned a Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Studies from DePaul University in 2025. In 2024\, Ella won the Chicago Music Scene Fellowship\, which funded her debut album as a leader\, Figments\, releasing March 2026 on Shifting Paradigm Records. Ella performs frequently in the Chicago area\, Midwest\, and beyond both as a side-woman and bandleader with her original compositions a variety of jazz and jazz-adjacent styles. Trumpeter Marcus Printup says Ella’s sound is “big\, soulful\, human” and “unlike anyone I’ve ever heard before\,” and Ella plays to share that sound with the world. \nBorn and raised in Des Moines\, IA\, vocalist Marisa Cravero grew up in a family of music educators and performers. Drawn to jazz\, she worked early on with artists such as Kim Nazarian\, Darmon Meader\, and Gabriel Espinosa. Now a third-year vocal jazz major at the University of North Texas\, she studies with Rosana Eckert and Jennifer Barnes. In 2025\, she was selected as the vocalist for the Sisters in Jazz Combo through the Jazz Education Network\, working with Camille Thurman. Guided by her Christian faith\, Marisa performs with authenticity\, depth\, and joy.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ella-grace-marisa-cravero-at-berlin/
LOCATION:Berlin\, 204 1st St S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.jazz88.fm/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-08-at-11.45.34-AM.png
GEO:44.982616;-93.263752
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Berlin 204 1st St S Minneapolis MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=204 1st St S:geo:-93.263752,44.982616
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR