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 […]

Red Planet has been lighting up the Twin Cities jazz scene since 2003 with their fearless blend of originals and bold reimaginings of Coltrane, Monk, and Hendrix. Featuring guitarist Dean Magraw, bassist Chris Bates, and drummer Jay Epstein, the trio is known for its explosive creativity, soulful interplay, and a sound that stretches from deep […]

The 28th Annual Twin Cities Jazz Festival presents The Mary Louise Knutson Trio featuring pianist Mary Louise Knutson, bassist Dan Carpel, and drummer Greg Schutte.