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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
This ensemble of veteran musicians combines the best of straight-ahead, Brazilian, and contemporary jazz from such artists as Brad Mehldau, Eliane Elias, Keith Jarrett, The Yellowjackets, and more. All 3 members of this trio are seasoned, experienced musicians that have backed and appeared with some of the best Twin Cities artists. Mark Weisberg-Bass Michael Pilhofer- […]
StableMates: Dale Alexander, Gary Raynor, Jay Epstein
Brian Grivna – alto sax and clarinet Phil Aaron – piano Dan Carpel – bass Peter Kogan – drums Brian Grivna began performing at age 12 as Young Artist clarinet soloist with the Minnesota Orchestra. He added saxophone and flute the following year, and by age 15 was subbing for his teacher in commercial dance […]
Original Roots & $oul music With: Jordan Carlson - drums, Nick Salisbury - bass, and Dave Strahan - guitar
