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Jon Snell and Chris Merz at Jazz Central, August 2

August 2, 2017 •

[Jazz Central Press Release] Five years after recording their live debut album Vu Jà Dé, NYC-based, Iowa native jazz pianist Jon Snell and his former mentor/teacher, saxophonist Chris Merz (University of Northern Iowa) reunite to present a series of duo concerts in the Midwest. Exploring the creative and intimate possibilities that the duo environment […]

The Lead Sheet: Twin Cities Live Jazz, August 2017

July 31, 2017 •

© Andrea Canter Note: Continuing the new monthly format, remember to look for updates at least once per week, in the Calendar section but also under Big Gigs. Call August the Month of the Vocalist, with some heady talent visiting (Kendra Shank, Cyrille Aimee, Kevin Mahogany) as well as one of our veterans–Debbie Duncan– recording […]

The Lead Sheet: Twin Cities Live Jazz, July 2017

July 30, 2017 •

© Andrea Canter Ed. note: The Lead Sheet transitions to a monthly post with frequent updates. Rather than posting a new “sheet” weekly, JazzINK will publish an overview of gigs for the coming month on or before the first of each month, with at least weekly updating as new gigs and concerts are announced. The […]

Kendra Shank Dunsmore Room Debut on August 2

July 29, 2017 •

© Andrea Canter “Kendra’s vocal flexibility was an ongoing revelation, not only evidenced in her wide intervals and elastic phrasing but in her sudden shifts in direction or dynamics, her dramatic use of space, and her creative use of the microphone.” — Jazz Police.com “Shank is among the most interesting and imaginative vocalists in all […]

Saturday Night Jazz at the Black Dog: Katia Cardenas, Chris Bates’ Red 5 on July 29

July 28, 2017 •

© Andrea Canter Nearing its third anniversary, the Saturday Night Jazz at the Black Dog Series, curated by Steve Kenny, expands its offerings this weekend with some vocal jazz to kick off the evening. Katia Cardenas and her trio perform at 7 pm, followed by the headline sets from Chris Bates’ Red 5 at 8:30 […]

Peter Schimke Trio: All Originals Jazz at Studio Z on July 28

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© Andrea Canter Considered one of the most versatile pianists on the Twin Cities jazz scene, Peter Schimke seldom takes the leading role on jazz club stages. The All Originals Jazz series at Studio Z is an ideal opportunity to enjoy Peter’s talents not only as a pianist and bandleader, but also as a composer. […]