The Mary Louise Knutson Trio featuring Mary Louise at the piano, bassist Dan Carpel, and drummer David Schmalenberger. For decades following its opening in 1935, The Lex, as it’s called by locals and enthusiasts alike, was the place to be seen; business dealings, cocktail hours, and milestone celebrations were a regular occurrence for St. Paul...Read More

On Friday, Nov 7, 7:30 pm, Arts on Bryant (Minneapolis) presents jazz pianist Mary Louise Knutson in a rare solo concert as part of their First Friday Concert Series. Arts on Bryant, is a new neighborhood home presenting small, curated experiences rooted in the arts (think house concerts, yoga, meditation, youth classes, and classic movies)....Read More

Katia Cardenas has no trouble staying busy. In addition to singing professionally throughout the Twin Cities, Cardenas also serves as Program Director for the  Walker West Without Walls initiative and helms their Women in Jazz initiative as well. This Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, there is a Youth Women in Jazz Workshop at South High School...Read More

Every Tuesday 5:30-8:30 pm and Every Saturday 6:00-9:00 pm, Mary Louise plays solo at Angelina’s Kitchen, an Italian bistro and wine bar voted Woodbury’s Best Restaurant in 2024. She’ll be playing uplifting solo jazz piano as background music for diners, though you could sit at a nearby table or at the bar and enjoy the...Read More

Katia Cardenas is at the helm for Walker West’s Women in Jazz Initiative. This Saturday (3/23), the team is hosting a jazz workshop and jam sessions with players like Mary Louise Knutson, Tasha Baron, Beth Varela, Sophia Kaufmann, and more. Cardenas spoke about the importance of creating places to play and learn jazz that are...Read More