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SUMMARY:Dave Hagedorn\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Dave Hagedorn is a renowned percussionist and educator in the world of classical music. He has performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the United States\, including the Minnesota Orchestra\, the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra\, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra\, and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. He has also performed with numerous chamber ensembles\, including the Chamber Music Society of Minnesota\, the Bakken Trio\, and the Minnesota Contemporary Ensemble. In addition to his work as a performer\, Hagedorn is also an accomplished educator. He has taught at several universities\, including the University of Minnesota\, St. Cloud State University\, and the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. He is currently a professor of percussion at the University of Minnesota\, where he has been on the faculty since 1994. Throughout his career\, Hagedorn has received numerous awards and accolades for his work as a percussionist and educator. In 1992\, he was awarded the prestigious McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians. In 2002\, he was named the Minnesota Music Educators Association’s Collegiate Educator of the Year. In 2010\, he was awarded the University of Minnesota’s Morse-Alumni Distinguished Teaching Award\, which is the highest honor the university bestows on its faculty members. Hagedorn’s performances have been praised for their technical precision and musicality. He is known for his ability to play a wide range of percussion instruments\, including marimba\, vibraphone\, xylophone and timpani. He is also an expert in contemporary percussion music and has premiered numerous works by contemporary composers.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dave-hagedorn-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-3/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jim Witzel\, Phil Aaron\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the High Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Jim Witzel grew up in the north-Bay Area town of San Rafael and began learning guitar at age twelve. While attending SF State he was fortunate to study with Bay Area alto-saxophonist legend John Handy. After graduation Jim free-lanced extensively around the Bay Area\, working clubs and concerts as both a leader and sideman with such players as Mark Isham\, Art Lande\, Mike Clark\, Delbert Bump\, Michael Barsimanto\, Glenn Cronkite\, Mike Formanek\, Chris Amberger and Todd Dickow. Soon afterward he received a National Endowment for the Arts Travel Study grant\, studying with guitarists Jack Wilkins (New York) and Howard Roberts (Los Angeles)\nMoving to Los Angeles He free-lanced with such notable players as Bob Sheppard\, Scott Colley\, Henry Butler\, Richie Cole\, Casey Schuerell and Clay Jenkins. Jim recorded a trio album (“Up Until Now”) with bassist John Patitucci and drummer Ralph Penland. While teaching privately and studying with guitarists Joe DiOrio and John Abercrombie\, Jim helped form and co-lead a quartet with pianist Phil Aaron working clubs around the greater LA area.\nBefore moving back up to the Bay Area Jim recorded his first recording of all original music (“Give and Take”) featuring an all-star cast including Ernie Watts\, Russ Ferrante\, Marc Johnson\, Ralph Penland and John Abercrombie. After relocating to the Bay Area he formed a new band performing & performed at the San Jose\, Monterey and Stanford Summer Jazz festivals. Later Jim toured Italy multiple times with both the San Jose Jazz Festival Quartet and the Gulio Capiozo Quintet. Currently Jim is a faculty member (Professor of Jazz Guitar Studies) at Santa Clara University. He also teaches in the Corporate Arts program through the Community School of Music and Art and has a private teaching studio located in Mountain View CA. Visit Jim: https://www.jimwitzelmusic.com/\nJim continues to work as both a leader of his own “organ” quartet (Ken Moran\, tenor sax\, Adam Shulman\, Hammond B-3 organ and Jason Lewis\, drums) and his “acoustic” quartet (Adam Shulman\, piano\, Doug Pahorski\, bass and Jason Lewis\, drums. Recordings released include “Feelin’ It” (2022)\, “Breaking Through Gently” (2024) and “Very Early – Remembering Bill Evans” (2025).
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/jim-witzel-phil-aaron-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-high-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:StableMates: Dale Alexander\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:StableMates (Dale Alexander: piano\, Gary Raynor: bass\, & Jay Epstein: drums) have been musical comrades for several decades. Their repertoire is swinging Jazz standards of the Great American Songbook and the classic post-bop material of progressive piano trio. The group was initially formed out of their musical connections with Brazilian pianist Manfredo Fest\, with whom Raynor & Epstein played and Alexander studied.\nThey’ve played at Crooner’s\, MetroNOME\, Icehouse\, Volstead’s\, Smack Shack\, Twin Cities Jazz Festival\, KJ’s Hideaway\, The Lexington\, The Dakota\, MetroNOME & others\, also as a backup trio with vocalists Lila Ammons\, Prudence Johnson\, Jake Baldwin\, Thomasina Petrus\, & Bruce Henry.\nGrowing up in Minneapolis\, pianist and drummer Dale Alexander’s first band was a trio with Prince and Andre Cymone. He recorded with Prince on the 94 East Street CD project right before Prince signed his solo contract. Subsequently\, Dale was touring with Prince on the Sign ‘O the Times World tour as the drummer for Madhouse (the opening act for the tour). Dales has performed and recorded with many musical legends like George Benson – Everett Harp – Larry Graham – Harry ‘Sweets’ Edison – Frank Morgan – Billy Eckstine – John Heard Herb Ellis – Phil Upchurch – Eric Burdon (War)- Buddy Miles (Jimmy Hendrix) – Edgar Winter Jimmy Smith – Diane Reeves – Barbara Morrison – Glen Frey – Jimmy Buffet – Billy Taylor – The Temptations – Sheila E – Prince – Andre Cymone – Slash (Guns & Roses) – Jimmy Jam – Terri Lewis – Glen Frey (Eagles) – Robbie Kreiger (The Doors) – Marilyn Manson – John Denver – Motown recording legend Wa Wah Watson. Dale was a 2010 Grammy Nominee. Visit StableMates website for much more insight:\nhttp://stablematesjazz.weebly.com
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/stablemates-dale-alexander-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-2/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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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
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SUMMARY:Bryan Nichols\, Chris Bates\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION: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 Bell\, and groups like the Gang Font\, Dead Man Winter\, and Halloween\, Alaska. He has taught jazz piano at MacPhail Center for Music\, University of Minnesota – Morris\, and University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire\, while presenting clinics and masterclasses at a variety of colleges and high schools around the midwest.\nBryan was awarded a 2010-11 McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians\, a prestigious and competitive award given to Minnesota musicians. His work also earned him a 2004 residency from Betty Carter’s Jazz Ahead program at the Kennedy Center\, given to outstanding\, emerging jazz performer/composers\, and a 2009 subito grant from the American Composers Forum. In May 2011 Bryan released his debut recording as a leader\, Bright Places\, containing nine original compositions for his quintet. The Star Tribune called the album “fresh and first-rate” and it landed on multiple best-of-year lists. In September 2011\, he had the honor of performing as a soloist with the Minnesota Orchestra for the world premiere of a Stephen Paulus’ concerto for jazz quintet and orchestra.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/bryan-nichols-chris-bates-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Phil Aaron\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the High Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Phil Aaron has been a mainstay in the Twin Cities jazz scene for over thirty years. Phil has recorded five CD’s and has performed with many national and international musicians\, including Lee Konitz\, Eric Alexander\, Delfeayo Marsalis\, Jim Rotondi\, Jim Snidero\, Byron Stripling\, Kendra Shank\, Evan Christopher\, John Fedchock\, Jackie Allen and Barbara Morrison. Along with leading the Phil Aaron Trio\, he’s busy as an accompanist to many Twin Cities singers and a sideman in a number of jazz groups.\nPhil is also an Emmy winning composer for film and television.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/phil-aaron-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-high-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tyler Lustek\, Matt Peterson\, Jay Epstein at High Hat
DESCRIPTION:Tyler Lustek is a jazz pianist\, composer\, and educator based out of Minneapolis/St. Paul. As a bandleader\, Tyler fronts the Tyler Lustek Confluence\, which released its poetry-centric debut album Shmehara: Live at Jazz Central Studios in August 2025. Tyler teaches jazz & contemporary piano at the MacPhail Center for Music\, serves on the jazz faculty at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire\, teaches summer jazz programs at the Shell Lake Arts Center\, and hosts a competitive lessons studio in Eau Claire. As a student in the long-established jazz bands at Eau Claire Memorial High School\, Tyler was deeply involved in all aspects of the school’s music programs. At the University of Wisconsin – Madison\, Tyler majored in music education (B.M.\, 2020) and studied jazz piano with prolific jazz pianist Dr. Johannes Wallmann. After completing his undergraduate studies\, Tyler earned his graduate degree in jazz studies at Northern Illinois University (M.M.\, 2022) where he studied piano under esteemed jazz pianists and educators Prof. Reggie Thomas & Richard D. Johnson\, and composition with Brian Penkrot & David Maki. Tyler also held the jazz piano graduate assistantship at NIU\, through which he received a full-ride scholarship and taught group piano classes\, jazz ensembles\, and private piano lessons. “Ranging from ambitious original compositions to improvisational jams\, Tyler Lustek brings with him a unique experience on the piano. Combining old classics from Herbie Hancock to modern retellings of Stevie Wonder and Earth\, Wind & Fire\, Lustek celebrates music authentic to himself.” – Kelly Carlson\, VolumeOne Magazine
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/tyler-lustek-matt-peterson-jay-epstein-at-high-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rick Carlson\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat
DESCRIPTION: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 for the Wolverines Big Band since 1980. He has performed on concert stages in London and New York City\, and has appeared with Count Basie drummer Butch Miles\, horn stars Warren Vaché\, Delfeayo Marsalis\, Evan Christopher and Wycliffe Gordon. His credits as musical director\, arranger and pianist include the Guthrie Theater presentation of “Coward’s Women”\, the Capri Theater “Legends Series” and in various concert and cabaret presentations internationally. He once opened for Rosemary Clooney\, accompanied Kathryn Crosby in various cabaret shows\, and counts Madeleine Peyroux among his many unwitting fans.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/rick-carlson-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Zacc Harris with Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION: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. In 2017\, he was named the Twin Cities’ Best Jazz Artist by City Pages. Jazz Artist by City Pages.\nZacc brings a spirit of curiosity and collaboration to every project\, continually exploring new ways to connect with both audiences and fellow musicians. Rooted in a deep respect for the jazz tradition\, his music also reflects a personal voice shaped by years of study\, performance\, and creative exploration. With a growing body of work and an array of ongoing collaborations\, Harris continues to evolve as a guitarist and composer\, engaging listeners through thoughtful\, emotionally resonant music.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/zacc-harris-with-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Steve Wagner\, Adi Yeshaya\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Over the course of a music career that is approaching its 40-year mark\, Adi Yeshaya has earned international recognition as an arranger\, composer and orchestrator.\nHe has collaborated with renowned artists\, including Prince\, Whitney Houston\, Aretha Franklin\, Lena Horne\, Doc Severinsen and Burt Bacharach. In addition\, he has been arranging music for NBC The Voice.\nAs a resident of the Twin Cities\, Adi has served as a pianist and musical director for the late world-class jazz vocalist Debbie Duncan for nearly 3 decades. He also performed with countless Twin Cities vocalists such as Dennis Spears\, Ginger Commodore\, Gwen Matthews\, Bruce Henry\, Cookie Coleman\, and many others. He has been commissioned by many organizations\, including Minnesota Orchestra\, the Guthrie Theater\, Doc Severinsen Big Band\, and the Swiss Youth Orchestra – Jazzaar.\nAdi has been active as an educator\, as well. He taught at Berklee College of Music\, the University of Minnesota and McNally Smith College of Music (St. Paul\, MN). \nSteve Wagner has been a mainstay in the jazz music scene since the 1980s\, playing virtually every jazz club and theater in the twin cities area. Steve also toured with Bobby Watson of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/steve-wagner-adi-yeshaya-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T210000
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SUMMARY:Cornbread Harris is at The High Hat
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Blues legend James Samuel “Cornbread” Harris is at the High Hat with an intimate Blues quartet representing the band Cornbread Harris and Friends. Cornbread will be at center stage bringing classic Blues originals and vintage Jazz covers. You’ll also get an occasional priceless word of wisdom from the dexterous elder pianist who is also a US Army veteran and a Minnesota Blues Hall of Fame inductee. Cornbread Harris carries 98 years of Blues wisdom under his belt\, and will be 99 years young on April 23rd. Come enjoy an inspirational night with maestro Harris and soak up some charismatic Minnesota Blues. Grooving with Cornbread in the quartet is John Penny on guitar\, Scott Soule on bass\, and Doug Hill on drums – all three are alumni of the school of Cornbread Blues. Tickets at Eventbrite or at the door.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/cornbread-harris-is-at-the-high-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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CREATED:20260305T150930Z
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SUMMARY:Travis Anderson\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Travis Anderson has been delighting audiences with his dazzling piano technique and inventive arrangements since 2003. Additionally\, he has taken his unique piano style all over the metro area and beyond.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/travis-anderson-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T170000
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SUMMARY:Adi Yeshaya\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Over the course of a music career that is approaching its 40-year mark\, Adi Yeshaya has earned international recognition as an arranger\, composer and orchestrator.\nHe has collaborated with renowned artists\, including Prince\, Whitney Houston\, Aretha Franklin\, Lena Horne\, Doc Severinsen and Burt Bacharach. In addition\, he has been arranging music for NBC The Voice.\nAs a resident of the Twin Cities\, Adi has served as a pianist and musical director for the late world-class jazz vocalist Debbie Duncan for nearly 3 decades. He also performed with countless Twin Cities vocalists such as Dennis Spears\, Ginger Commodore\, Gwen Matthews\, Bruce Henry\, Cookie Coleman\, and many others. He has been commissioned by many organizations\, including Minnesota Orchestra\, the Guthrie Theater\, Doc Severinsen Big Band\, and the Swiss Youth Orchestra – Jazzaar.\nAdi has been active as an educator\, as well. He taught at Berklee College of Music\, the University of Minnesota and McNally Smith College of Music (St. Paul\, MN).
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/adi-yeshaya-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-3/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:StableMates: Dale Alexander\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION: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 with a National Jazz Education Award for his outstanding individual performance as a percussionist. By the time he graduated from high school\, he had already performed with the nationally known soul group\, the Temptations.\nIn the ensuing years\, Dale has appeared with virtually every well-known jazz artist in the States. After conquering the drums\, he turned his sights toward the piano studying with Manfredo Fest.\nDale worked as one of the Musical Directors for the Christmas performance from “American Idol on Tour” and is available for national and international engagements. He is also available for both piano and drum lessons in his studio in Chatsworth\, California.\n​In the early 90s\, he was Musical Director for Andiamo’s\, a world class jazz club in Aspen and stayed there until he moved to the Los Angeles area. Dale has performed and recorded with many musical legends like George Benson – Everett Harp – Larry Graham – Harry ‘Sweets’ Edison – Frank Morgan – Billy Eckstine – John Heard Herb Ellis – Phil Upchurch – Eric Burdon (War)- Buddy Miles (Jimmy Hendrix) – Edgar Winter Jimmy Smith – Diane Reeves – Barbara Morrison – Glen Frey – Jimmy Buffet – Billy Taylor – The Temptations – Sheila E – Prince – Andre Cymone – Slash (Guns & Roses) – Jimmy Jam – Terri Lewis – Glen Frey (Eagles) – Robbie Kreiger (The Doors) – Marilyn Manson – John Denver – Motown recording legend Wa Wah Watson.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/stablemates-dale-alexander-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:John Penny's Virtual Band and Trio at The High Hat
DESCRIPTION: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 of composing Jazz and music for mixed media\, the backing tracks come ornamented with exotic accompaniments that interact with Penny’s live guitar and voice. For the Trio\, Penny is joined by bassist Charlie Riddle and drummer Mo Engel. The trio comes with a highly interactive chemistry that makes for engaged listening as the three veteran players let emotions loose. \nPenny has performed thousands of gigs including as a band member and in concert with Jazz greats Eric Gravatt\, Bobby Lyle\, Bernard Purdie\, Jack MacDuff\, and others. His guitar explorations introduce a distinctly emotive style\, fused from the teachings of John Coltrane\, John McLaughlin\, Jimi Hendrix\, Chick Corea\, and great violin concertos. His vocal serenades in the tenor register are reminiscent of Jazz singer Jon Hendricks. Songs performed in English\, Spanish\, and Portuguese resonate with Folk cultures from Latin America\, Africa\, and Europe. Penny is an award winning orchestral composer\, veteran Jazz guitarist\, and singer with a playful fondness for translating human emotion into soundscape and song. www.johnpennymusic.com
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/john-pennys-virtual-band-and-trio-at-the-high-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260220T163248Z
CREATED:20260220T163248Z
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SUMMARY:Kavyesh Kaviraj\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION: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 & LA Buckner. Kavyesh graduated from Columbia College Chicago in 2018\, with a Bachelor of Music (BM) degree in Jazz Studies. In 2019\, Kavyesh received a full tuition grant to pursue a Masters’ degree at Berklee College’s Global Jazz Institute\, where he was under the eminent tutelage of jazz masters\, such as Danilo Perez\, Kenny Werner and JoAnne Brackeen. He graduated in 2020 with a Master of Music (MM) degree in Contemporary Performance. His passionate and considerate nature has served him well as both a private instructor and college professor on the faculty of University of St. Thomas and visiting instructor at Carleton College and Walker West Music Academy. His work in music education has taken him across the country\, leading workshops and classes\, and his compositions and arrangements have been featured on national radio\, TV and in collaborative exhibitions. Visit Kavyesh: https://www.kavyeshkaviraj.com/
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/kavyesh-kaviraj-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-2/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T210000
DTSTAMP:20260126T160923Z
CREATED:20260126T160923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T160923Z
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SUMMARY:Open Story (Dean Magraw\, Bryan Nichols\, Jay Epstein)
DESCRIPTION:Open Story was launched in 2016\, bringing together three local veterans who somehow had never played together before. It’s not as if Dean Magraw\, Bryan Nichols or Jay Epstein has extra time to start a new band\, keeping busy with numerous projects in leading\, collaborative and supporting roles. Yet they found time to come together as Open Story. Each of these musicians is already fully booked in the Twin Cities area: Magraw with Red Planet & BluLuna\, and duos with Eric Gravatt\, Butch Thompson & Bruce Henry; Nichols with Mancrush\, and Zacc Harris Quartet; Epstein with Red Planet\, BluLuna\, Framework\, Firebell and Tall Tales. As Open Story\, Dean Magraw\, Bryan Nichols and Jay Epstein prove to be as effective as collaborators as they are talented as solo performers\, bandleaders\, and sidemen. – Andrea Canter\, JazzPolice.com
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/open-story-dean-magraw-bryan-nichols-jay-epstein/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T210000
DTSTAMP:20260126T175414Z
CREATED:20260126T175414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T175414Z
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SUMMARY:Dave Hagedorn\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Dave Hagedorn is a renowned percussionist and educator in the world of classical music. He has performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the United States\, including the Minnesota Orchestra\, the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra\, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra\, and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. He has also performed with numerous chamber ensembles\, including the Chamber Music Society of Minnesota\, the Bakken Trio\, and the Minnesota Contemporary Ensemble. In addition to his work as a performer\, Hagedorn is also an accomplished educator. He has taught at several universities\, including the University of Minnesota\, St. Cloud State University\, and the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. He is currently a professor of percussion at the University of Minnesota\, where he has been on the faculty since 1994. Throughout his career\, Hagedorn has received numerous awards and accolades for his work as a percussionist and educator. In 1992\, he was awarded the prestigious McKnight Fellowship for Performing Musicians. In 2002\, he was named the Minnesota Music Educators Association’s Collegiate Educator of the Year. In 2010\, he was awarded the University of Minnesota’s Morse-Alumni Distinguished Teaching Award\, which is the highest honor the university bestows on its faculty members. Hagedorn’s performances have been praised for their technical precision and musicality. He is known for his ability to play a wide range of percussion instruments\, including marimba\, vibraphone\, xylophone and timpani. He is also an expert in contemporary percussion music and has premiered numerous works by contemporary composers.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dave-hagedorn-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-2/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T210000
DTSTAMP:20260226T184158Z
CREATED:20260226T184158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T184158Z
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SUMMARY:Power of 10 Jazz Quartet @ The High Hat
DESCRIPTION:Come see the Power of 10 Jazz Quartet at The High Hat on Saturday\, March 7th from 7pm – 9pm. $10 cover or a 2 drink minimum. The Power of 10 Jazz Quartet brings a bold twist to the classics and the charts. A spin-off of the 10-piece band Power of 10\, the quartet delivers a unique blend of timeless jazz standards and modern pop songs all reimagined with a soulful jazz edge. Think Frank Sinatra meets Bruno Mars… Miles Davis with a touch of Harry Styles! The Power of 10 Jazz Quartet keeps things fresh\, familiar\, and totally unexpected.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/power-of-10-jazz-quartet-the-high-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T210000
DTSTAMP:20260209T151651Z
CREATED:20260209T151651Z
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SUMMARY:Dean Magraw\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by decades of performing and recording with a cornucopia of heroic Artists\, Dean Magraw’s poetic musical dynamism mines the depths of passionate healing melody stirring up textures of the unusual and the familiar as the music weaves the simple story of how we feel right now.\n“Dean’s guitar playing transcends\, transports and lifts the soul to a higher level as he weaves\, cajoles and entices every note from his instrument. The note\, length of note\, tone of note\, the bending of the note; every colour of the note is explored and delivered with a master’s care and love. Just as important are the silences with which he knits his music… these can only come with being at one with one’s art. Dean Magraw is an incredible world class musician who’s modesty only makes him more appreciated by the listener.” -Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh (Altan)\n“Dean Magraw… so liquid\, lyrical and effortless it’s like listening to a dancer.” -Steve Tibbetts\n“Dean Magraw unveils soulful melodic grooves intricately designed to heal the broken dancer\, confuse the boldest mathematician\, and eradicate ennui in our lifetime.” -Nick Lethert \nHome
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dean-magraw-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T210000
DTSTAMP:20251226T171240Z
CREATED:20251226T171240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T171240Z
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SUMMARY:Ted Godbout\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at The Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Pianist Ted Godbout has been building a reputation as a sympathetic accompanist for area vocalists as well as a creative composer and bandleader. He holds a B.A. in Music – Piano Performance from St. John’s University and an M.M. in Jazz Studies from the University of Oregon. A versatile and active musician\, Godbout performs frequently as a jazz pianist and classical accompanist\, as well as in funk\, R&B\, and rock bands. He has performed with such notable artists and groups as Ron Miles\, Mark Colby\, and the Harry James Orchestra. Currently on faculty at Chaska Music Studios and Augsburg College\, Godbout leads his own trio and appears regularly with PaviElle French\, Katia Cardenas\, BDP\, Nick Syman and the Bill Simenson Orchestra. Ted also serves as Director of Music at Shepherd of the Hill Presbyterian Church in Chaska\, MN.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ted-godbout-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-2/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T210000
DTSTAMP:20251226T171118Z
CREATED:20251226T171118Z
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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 quite some time.” Her warm\, inviting tone\, broad range of emotional expression\, and distinctive compositions have brought her much recognition on the national music scene. Knutson’s long-awaited new jazz trio CD\, In the Bubble\, ranked in JazzWeek’s Top 10 and remained on the chart for 19 weeks straight. Six standards and four originals – which range from a swinging Oscar Peterson Trio-style “It Could Happen to You” to a smooth jazz version of “You Don’t Know What Love Is” to a Keith Jarrett style “You Are My Sunshine” – complete this highly accessible mainstream-to-modern collection. Knutson tours regularly with her group\, the Mary Louise Knutson Trio\, whose music has been described by JazzTimes as “state-of-the-art piano trio finery\,” and by the Star Tribune (Mpls\, St. Paul) as “timeless\, classic piano trio music\, right up there with Bill Evans and Bill Charlap.” And from 2010-2018\, Knutson toured with trumpeter Doc Severinsen\, former bandleader for the Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson. \nKnutson 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.\nAs a show player\, she has performed with such artists as Reba McEntire\, Michael Bolton\, 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. In 2006 Knutson was a Minnesota Music Awards nominee for both Jazz Artist of the Year and Pianist of the Year\, and in 2005\, she was a Finalist in the Kennedy Center’s Mary Lou Williams “Women in Jazz” International Pianist Competition. In 2004\, Knutson was the recipient of Lawrence University’s distinguished Nathan M. Pusey Alumni Achievement Award for significant contributions and achievements in a career field. And in 2001\, Knutson’s debut jazz trio CD\, Call Me When You Get There\, charted in JazzWeek’s Top 50 for eight consecutive weeks\, and earned Knutson the award for Top New Jazz Instrumentalist of the Year from KWJL Radio in California. Featured tracks include her award-winning compositions and signature arrangements of such jazz classics as “Tangerine\,” “Green Dolphin Street\,” and “Gone With the Wind\,” and range from the joyful lyricism of “Call Me When You Get There” to the impassioned blaze of “Meridian.”
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/mary-louise-knutson-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T210000
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SUMMARY:Adi Yeshaya\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Over the course of a music career that is approaching its 40-year mark\, Adi Yeshaya has earned international recognition as an arranger\, composer and orchestrator.\nHe has collaborated with renowned artists\, including Prince\, Whitney Houston\, Aretha Franklin\, Lena Horne\, Doc Severinsen and Burt Bacharach. In addition\, he has been arranging music for NBC The Voice.\nAs a resident of the Twin Cities\, Adi has served as a pianist and musical director for the late world-class jazz vocalist Debbie Duncan for nearly 3 decades. He also performed with countless Twin Cities vocalists such as Dennis Spears\, Ginger Commodore\, Gwen Matthews\, Bruce Henry\, Cookie Coleman\, and many others. He has been commissioned by many organizations\, including Minnesota Orchestra\, the Guthrie Theater\, Doc Severinsen Big Band\, and the Swiss Youth Orchestra – Jazzaar.\nAdi has been active as an educator\, as well. He taught at Berklee College of Music\, the University of Minnesota and McNally Smith College of Music (St. Paul\, MN).
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/adi-yeshaya-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-2/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260105T181953Z
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SUMMARY:Dave Hagedorn\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Dave Hagedorn is a retired Artist in Residence at St. Olaf College in Northfield\, MN\, where he taught percussion\, jazz studies\, and world music. In June\, 2019\, Downbeat magazine awarded St. Olaf Jazz I an Outstanding Performance amongundergraduate large jazz ensembles\, and in June\, 2011\, Downbeat magazine deemed St. Olaf Jazz I to be the “Best Undergraduate Large Jazz Ensemble” in the 34th annual student music awards. This group had a very successful cultural exchange tour in Cuba in March of 2016. He holds degrees from the Eastman School of Music\, New England Conservatory\, and the University of Minnesota.Hagdorn has a number of jazz albums as a leader: “Solid/Liquid” on the artegra label in SACD format released in October of 2003\, and a duo album with pianist Dan Cavanagh\, “Horizon”\, released in December of 2010. Released in April 2014 is a recording with the Chris Bates Good Vibes Trio. The latest release is “20 Years”\, also recorded with Dan Cavanagh\, released in January\, 2018. He has recorded with the George Russell Living Time Orchestra on Blue Note Recordings (nominated for a Grammy award)\, jazz singer Debbie Duncan on Igmod Recordings\, Brian Setzer Big Band\, Pete Whitman X-tet\, Phil Hey Quartet\, the Out to Lunch Quintet\, and with the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra on Teldec Recordings. Hagedorn regularly performs in the Twin Cities with groups such as the Phil Hey Quartet\, Inatnas Jazz Orchestra\, and Chris Bates Good Vibes Trio. On the classical side of music\, he also has performed with the Minnesota Orchestra\, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra\, Minnesota Opera\, Vocal Essence\, Cantus\, The Mormon Tabernacle Choir\, and the Grand Teton Festival Orchestra.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dave-hagedorn-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T210000
DTSTAMP:20251210T141912Z
CREATED:20251210T141912Z
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SUMMARY:Dean Harrington\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Dean Harrington earned a Bachelor of Music Degree in Classical Guitar Performance from the U of MN and was a first prize winner in the Schubert Club student scholarship competition. For the last two decades he has been performing music with his own band Mill City Hot Club and other local groups playing swing\, gypsy jazz\, tango\, New Orleans jazz and more. He has been a guitar teacher for over 25 years at K & S Conservatory of Music and more recently Music Lab in Minneapolis.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dean-harrington-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T210000
DTSTAMP:20251222T145039Z
CREATED:20251222T145039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T145039Z
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SUMMARY:Ted Godbout\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:Pianist Ted Godbout has been building a reputation as a sympathetic accompanist for area vocalists as well as a creative composer and bandleader. He holds a B.A. in Music – Piano Performance from St. John’s University and an M.M. in Jazz Studies from the University of Oregon. A versatile and active musician\, Godbout performs frequently as a jazz pianist and classical accompanist\, as well as in funk\, R&B\, and rock bands. He has performed with such notable artists and groups as Ron Miles\, Mark Colby\, and the Harry James Orchestra. Currently on faculty at Chaska Music Studios and Augsburg College\, Godbout leads his own trio and appears regularly with PaviElle French\, Katia Cardenas\, BDP\, Nick Syman and the Bill Simenson Orchestra. Ted also serves as Director of Music at Shepherd of the Hill Presbyterian Church in Chaska\, MN.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/ted-godbout-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The High Hat":MAILTO:info@thehighhatmn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T210000
DTSTAMP:20251124T150228Z
CREATED:20251124T150228Z
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SUMMARY:Brandon Wozniak\, Phil Aaron\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein
DESCRIPTION:To appreciate the cool vibe jazz saxophonist Brandon Wozniak brings to a set\, it pays to watch him stride to the bandstand. \nWith a tall and imposing presence\, Wozniak evokes the image of the great horn players in whose steps he follows. Among them would certainly be Dexter Gordon\, the silky smooth master whose photo hangs to the left of the stage at St. Paul’s Artists’ Quarter\, where the saxophonist performs Saturday with bassist Adam Linz and drummer Eric Kamau Gravatt. \nWozniak plays with a number of Twin Cities jazz ensembles\, among them Monk in Motion\, the Adam Meckler Quintet\, the Bryan Nichols Quintet\, Dave King Trucking Company and the Atlantis Quartet. \nBesides excellent technique\, the saxophonist brings stirring emotion to the groups and a flowing style. Although he often plays a supportive role to the soloists\, he is an improvisational leader among leaders. \n“My role is usually to play the melody line and to try to tell a story through improvisation\,” Wozniak said. “It’s not always about that\, but I do play the saxophone so it kind of comes with the territory. The people I play with regularly know I’m going try to create and play something original every time I step on stage and they know I’m going to listen to every note and beat they play.” \nAdding his voice to a group while retaining individuality comes easily to Wozniak. A Green Bay\, Wis.\, native who grew up in Colorado and Indiana\, he studied at Indiana University\, which has a rigorous jazz studies program led by master educator David Baker. Heavily based on bebop patterns and scales\, it stressed jazz fundamentals: how to play tunes and navigate chord changes. \nThough he thinks it might have made more sense to skip college and follow Sonny Rollins and Ornette Coleman around for a few years\, Wozniak credits his saxophone professor Tom Walsh with letting him know there are no shortcuts. \n“Everyone has their own path\,” he said. “As long as you continue the search you’ll get to where you’re supposed to be eventually.” \nWozniak’s path led him to New York City and the Tom Dorsey band\, where he learned from journeyman musicians. Six years ago\, he returned to the Twin Cities\, where his parents live. \nSince then\, he’s done some of his most innovative work for the Atlantis Quartet\, which also includes bassist Chris Bates\, drummer Pete Hennig and guitarist Zacc Harris. \nWozniak didn’t know what to expect when he arrived\, but was pleased to find a solid core of musicians intent on improving their craft\, and keeping jazz alive. \n“There are a lot of creative people here\,” he said. “I don’t think I would have stuck around if this wasn’t the case. I knew about Happy Apple but that was about it. I need to be around people who are trying to create and grow as improvisers and would be miserable otherwise. \n“Fortunately for me\, there are a lot of talented artists of all kinds in Minnesota and I can honestly say I no longer miss New York City. I do miss my friends and the music there sometimes but I actually play there more now than I did when I lived there and I get a chance to see people when I’m out there.” \nWozniak has been in the recording studio of late\, for Harris’ recently released album The Garden and for an upcoming record by Chris Bates. He’s also writing his own tunes and hopes to deliver a recording next year. \nMeanwhile\, he’s continually playing\, not worried about who receives top billing. \n“I plan on leading more in the future but even if a project is under someone’s name\, we all collaborate and trade ideas so much that it all feels like one big creative collective most of the time\,” Wozniak said. “I’m not interested in putting out a record just so people can see my name and say he’s finally a leader as if that’s the final hump to me becoming a great player. \n“We all lead in different ways\, I try to do it through my playing and I think that’s what’s earned me the most amount of respect among my peers. I may not always say it with words but I don’t think there’s much doubt about what’s going to happen once we start playing. At this point I just want to continue doing what I’ve been doing\, trying to play the music that’s in my head.”
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/brandon-wozniak-phil-aaron-gary-raynor-jay-epstein/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:StableMates: Dale Alexander\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein
DESCRIPTION:At the age of 24\, Dale Alexander 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 with a National Jazz Education Award for his outstanding individual performance as a percussionist. By the time he graduated from high school\, he had already performed with the nationally known soul group\, the Temptations. \nIn the ensuing years\, Dale has appeared with virtually every well-known jazz artist in the States. After conquering the drums\, he turned his sights toward the piano studying with Manfredo Fest. \nDale worked as one of the Musical Directors for the Christmas performance from “American Idol on Tour” and is available for national and international engagements. He is also available for both piano and drum lessons in his studio in Chatsworth\, California. \n​In the early 90s\, he was Musical Director for Andiamo’s\, a world class jazz club in Aspen and stayed there until he moved to the Los Angeles area. Dale has performed and recorded with many musical legends like George Benson – Everett Harp – Larry Graham – Harry ‘Sweets’ Edison – Frank Morgan – Billy Eckstine – John Heard Herb Ellis – Phil Upchurch – Eric Burdon (War)- Buddy Miles (Jimmy Hendrix) – Edgar Winter Jimmy Smith – Diane Reeves – Barbara Morrison – Glen Frey – Jimmy Buffet – Billy Taylor – The Temptations – Sheila E – Prince – Andre Cymone – Slash (Guns & Roses) – Jimmy Jam – Terri Lewis – Glen Frey (Eagles) – Robbie Kreiger (The Doors) – Marilyn Manson – John Denver – Motown recording legend Wa Wah Watson.
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LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tim Sparks\, Gary Raynor\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
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. \nTrained by Segovia protege Jesus Silva\, at the North Carolina School of the Arts\, Sparks has continued to study classical music throughout his career. His adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite has been cited as a significant contribution to solo guitar literature. For Sparks\, it was a labor of love that earned him the National Fingerstyle Guitar Championship in Winfield\, Kansas in 1993. \nHis wide travels inspired his interest in European and Mediterranean styles\, particularly the music of the Balkans. Upon his return to Minnesota\, Sparks immersed himself in the ethnic music scene\, performing on Oud and Saz in Middle Eastern ensembles and playing guitar in Greek\, Klezmer\, and Sephardic groups. This work culminated in the recording of Sparks’ Balkan Dreams Suite\, a remarkable collection of odd-meter guitar arrangements. \nSparks’ work came to the attention of John Zorn\, the saxophonist\, composer\, and curator of Tzadik Records in New York\, and thereby led to a new cycle of compositions inspired by traditional Jewish melodies. Neshamah (1999) is a solo effort; Tanz\, (2000) which garnered Downbeat Magazine’s highest praise\, five stars; and At the Rebbe’s Table (2002). In 2003\, Tzadik released Masada Guitars\, fea- turing interpretations of John Zorn’s music by Tim\, Bill Frisell\, and Marc Ribot. \nIn recent years\, Sparks’ musical focus has come full circle\, returning to the country blues and classic jazz that served as a springboard for his worldwide guitar explorations. He toured with Dolly Parton in 2005 and recorded Roots\, Rags and Blues for Truefire Acoustic Guitar Workshop. \nSparks released Sidewalk Blues on the ToneWood label in February 2009 and recorded Little Princess\, his fifth CD for Tzadik\, in New York in 2009. Post-Modern Fingerstyle Guitar was released on Truefire in 2011. Sparks released Chasin’ the Boogie\, his 10th acoustic guitar recording on May 30\, 2014 followed by Jukebox Dreamin’ in December 2018.
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/tim-sparks-gary-raynor-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-2/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dean Magraw\, Steve Pikal\, Jay Epstein at the Hat!
DESCRIPTION:“Dean Magraw…molten clarity… so liquid\, lyrical and effortless it’s like listening to a dancer.” -Steve Tibbetts\nInspired by decades of performing and recording with a cornucopia of heroic Artists\, Dean Magraw’s poetic musical dynamism mines the depths of passionate healing melody stirring up textures of the unusual and the familiar as the music weaves the simple story of how we feel right now. https://deanmagraw.com/
URL:https://www.jazz88.fm/event/dean-magraw-steve-pikal-jay-epstein-at-the-hat-2/
LOCATION:The High Hat\, 485 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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