Join RetroFizz for an evening of groovy 60s Elevator Pop (think Mancini, Bacharach, Bossa Nova, etc.) as well as some hip holiday deep cuts. Order up a Hot Toddy and enjoy a show created specifically to de-stress your December.Read More
Alto saxophonist Rudresh Mahanthappa will be appearing at Berlin in Minneapolis on Wednesday, November 4th. He spoke with Jazz88’s Peter Solomon about his Indian-American background and how he incorporated a wide range of influences into his music, including Indian Classical and Carnatic music, Grover Washington, Charlie Parker, Chuck Mangione, and even George Michael. (Photo: David...Read More
“Miss Shannon” hosted Swing Dance event with live music by Debbie Briggs Vintage Jazz – full band event happening at Eagle #34 in Minneapolis $15 cover at door 7p – free dance lesson with special guest teacher! 8p-11p Live Music Social Dancing Enjoy 3 sets of live music dancing with Debbie Briggs Vintage Jazz quintet!...Read More
An Evening with Patty and Ricky Peterson Featuring: Jason Peterson DeLaire, Bobby Vandell, Tony Axtel and Joe Elliott. Patty and Ricky Peterson blend decades of sibling musical partnership into an unforgettable evening of Funk, Jazz, R&B music! What does it mean to be a member of Minnesota’s First Family of Music? To these siblings, it...Read More
Take Your Time Quartet performs straight-ahead jazz rooted in swing, bebop, and the Great American Songbook. Featuring saxophone, guitar, bass, and drums, the group brings an intimate small-combo sound shaped by melodic interplay, relaxed swing, and conversational improvisation. Join us every third Thursday from 1:00pm–2:30pm at Showtime Studio and Coffee in Roseville, Minnesota. Free admission....Read More
Ben is a pianist, singer-songwriter, author, and record producer and has been an active member of the music scene for 60 years. He’s joined by his son Leo Sidran on drums, Billy Peterson on Bass, and Ricky Peterson on Organ.Read More
Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band released their debut album Incarnadine this May 8th. Learn about the history of Big Band in Native communities. Listen to Yonci Jameson’s interview with Keefe about bringing Indigenous jazz to the fore: More Posts for Show: This Just InRead More
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...Read More
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...Read More
Jazz88’s Peter Solomon speaks with Jenny Klukken, a Twin Cities-based marimba player who is releasing a new album on March 27th called Marimba Standard. She talks about her musical journey and how she came to embrace the marimba, and about the artists that she colaborated with to create her new recording. An album release celebration...Read More
