Marilyn Maye, the 93-year-old cabaret legend, who many claim is firmly at the apex of her amazing career, lives by her credo “It’s Today!” like nobody else. A practitioner without peer of a classic American nightclub style prevalent several generations ago, Marilyn flies in from New York for an exciting 4-night engagement.

It’s no secret that any soundtrack of the holiday season will lay claim to some of the most recognizable names in Jazz history.

Marilyn Maye, the 93-year-old cabaret legend, who many claim is firmly at the apex of her amazing career, lives by her credo “It’s Today!” like nobody else. A practitioner without peer of a classic American nightclub style prevalent several generations ago, Marilyn flies in from New York for an exciting 4-night engagement.

Solomon began his musical education in Detroit at the age of 9, studying trumpet with Herbie Williams. Graduating from Wayne State University, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumental Music Education. He then served as mentor/member of the Civic Jazz Orchestra (CJO), a jazz education youth outreach program funded by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Later, […]

In Person & Live Stream Featuring original instrumental compositions by the members, Big Shoe is excited to play once again at Jazz Central. Formed in 2015, Big Shoe is comprised of: Clay Pufahl and Joe Mayo: saxophones Ted Olsen: bass Joey Van Philips: drums

Marilyn Maye, the 93-year-old cabaret legend, who many claim is firmly at the apex of her amazing career, lives by her credo “It’s Today!” like nobody else. A practitioner without peer of a classic American nightclub style prevalent several generations ago, Marilyn flies in from New York for an exciting 4-night engagement.

Solomon began his musical education in Detroit at the age of 9, studying trumpet with Herbie Williams. Graduating from Wayne State University, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumental Music Education. He then served as mentor/member of the Civic Jazz Orchestra (CJO), a jazz education youth outreach program funded by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Later, […]

Live dinner music with trio: Miguel Hurtado (drums) / Kavyesh Kaviraj (piano) / Ted Olsen (bass)

7:30 PM – Henry Berberi Quartet 9:00 PM – Framework Chris Olson – Guitar, Chris Bates – Bass, Jay Epstein – Drums Three of the Twin Cities’ most creative musicians have performed since 1997 as Framework, specializing in original works and inventive covers of modern jazz heroes​. Framework is one of the most durable jazz […]

7:30 PM – Berberi Quartet 9:00 PM – Framework Chris Olson – Guitar, Chris Bates – Bass, Jay Epstein – Drums Guitarist Chris Olson is a graduate of the University of North Texas and a dedicated educator who has performed with Bob Mintzer, Louis Bellson, Terry Gibbs, Ira Sullivan, and Bobby Vinton. Bassist Chris Bates […]

The Red Hot Django Peppers is a band that formed from the love of the music of Django Reinhardt. The troupe consists of guitarists Ryan Picone and Jose Betanzos, violinist Danny Lentz, and bassist Sean Roderick. The Red Hot Django Peppers had their premiere performance in early 2019 at Moto-I and were then asked to […]

In Person and Live Stream Northing is a Minnesota-based chamber ensemble that plays composed and improvised music. Formed in 2017, the quintet takes its name from the cartographic term for progress northward. Each of the composer/improviser ensemble members returned to their upper-midwest home after studying music in different ends of the country. The minimal instrumentation […]

Nathan Hanson’s Delicate and Imprecise: Nathan Hanson (saxophones) Noah Ophoven-Baldwin (cornet) Michelle Kinney (cello) Pratik Singh (tablas) Atmosphere and grooves, skronk and fragililty.

DIRTY SHORTSBRASS BAND FAT TUESDAY

Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, Gregg Bissonette Bass Extremes

Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, Gregg Bissonette Bass Extremes

Formed in 1977, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band are pioneers of the modern New Orleans brass band movement and is recognized worldwide as an unstoppable musical machine. Their name is synonymous with genre bending romps and high-octane performances. The Zydeco Cha-Chas are one of the hottest active Zydeco bands. Bandleader Nathan Williams delivers a direct […]

Formed in 1977, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band are pioneers of the modern New Orleans brass band movement and is recognized worldwide as an unstoppable musical machine. Their name is synonymous with genre bending romps and high-octane performances. The Zydeco Cha-Chas are one of the hottest active Zydeco bands. Bandleader Nathan Williams delivers a direct […]

DINNER JAZZ WITH ZACC HARRIS TRIO Zacc Harris has gained a reputation as one of the area’s top guitarists, being named 2017 Twin Cities Best Jazz Artist by the City Pages. He performs in a host of creative projects including Atlantis Quartet, winner of the 2015 McKnight Fellowship and the Zacc Harris Group who recently […]

Solomon began his musical education in Detroit at the age of 9, studying trumpet with Herbie Williams. Graduating from Wayne State University, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumental Music Education. He then served as mentor/member of the Civic Jazz Orchestra (CJO), a jazz education youth outreach program funded by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Later, […]

This Saturday on “Saturday Night Jazz at KJ’s Hideaway” we are presenting a double header with an opening set by a fantastic young band called the Blue Ox Quintet including rising star saxophonist and activist Jerome Treadwell, and then the very popular ‘Tribute to John Coltrane’ show, which is a special very high energy and […]

In Person and Live Stream Jeffrey studied Jazz performance at Temple university for 2 years studying with faculty like Bruce Barth, Mike Boone, and Tim Warfield. Featuring: Graydon Peterson on Bass Ben Ehrlich on Drums Peter Goggin on Sax Jeffrey Merrill on Keys

I am excited to bring Peter Vircks back to JCS, following February’ssold-out sets at Paisley Park with his group, Midnight Love. Chattingon his success and pandemic-adjusted creative process, we gatheredstandards that represent his current mood as improviser and balladeer.Check the tunes, check the voices of Chris Smith and Will Kjeer, andcheck the JCS return of […]

Solomon began his musical education in Detroit at the age of 9, studying trumpet with Herbie Williams. Graduating from Wayne State University, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumental Music Education. He then served as mentor/member of the Civic Jazz Orchestra (CJO), a jazz education youth outreach program funded by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Later, […]

Live dinner music with trio: Chris Olson (guitar) + Graydon Peterson (bass) + Pete Hennig (drums) Guitarist, Chris Olson, is a freelance musician in the Twin Cities, performing varied styles of music with ensembles of all sizes. As a member of the JazzMN Orchestra, Chris has had an opportunity to perform with such artists as […]

Chris Bates’ Good Vibes trio was formed as an outlet for creative exploration and joyful expression. Bassist Chris Batescollaborates with a number of people, but with vibraphonist Dave Hagedorn and drummer Phil Hey there seemed to be an unbridled, happy and kinetic energy blossoming from every note and song. The Good Vibes trio has one […]

Fat Kid Wednesdays: Michael Lewis – Saxophones Adam Linz – Bass JT Bates – Drum A remarkable jazz trio from Minneapolis whos members have been playing music together since high school, and have been performing under this name for almost 3 decades. The saxophonist, Michael Lewis, the bassist, Adam Linz, and the drummer, JT Bates, […]

Tanner Taylor studied under Jack Oatts and Manhattan School of Music’s Garry Dial. Taylor is currently a sought-after pianist on the  Minneapolis, Des Moines, and Kansas City scenes. Taylor has performed with jazz notables such as Clark Terry, Slide Hampton, Lew Tabackin, David “Fathead” Newman, Steve Turre, Wycliffe Gordon, Wes “Warm Daddy” Anderson, Dick Oatts, […]

The Red Hot Django Peppers is a band that formed from the love of the music of Django Reinhardt. The troupe consists of guitarists Ryan Picone and Jose Betanzos, violinist Danny Lentz, and bassist Sean Roderick. The Red Hot Django Peppers had their premiere performance in early 2019 at Moto-I and were then asked to […]

This sweet trio features: Twin City guitar legend Tim Sparks // Bassist, Gary Raynor, veteran of the Sammy David Orchestra and the Prairie Home Companion // Jazz luminary Jay Epstein laying down the groove on drums

In Person and Live Streaming Featuring: Peter Goggin – alto saxophone Alden Akeda – drums Chris Bates – bass Desmond Teague – tenor saxophone

Dynamic, tenacious, and highly inventive, pianist and composer Will Kjeer has defined himself as an artist to watch, both literally and figuratively. Having cut his teeth in Los Angeles as well as his hometown of Minneapolis, MN, Will has been widely regarded in each city as a firebrand, a first-call, and a must-hear. Refracted through […]

The Gustavus Jazz Ensemble is the premier concert jazz ensemble at Gustavus Adolphus College. Formerly known as the Gustavus Jazz Lab Band and Gustavus Stage Band, the Gustavus Jazz Ensemble was founded in 1970 by Dr. Mark Lammers. The ensemble is comprised of students majoring in a diverse array of academic disciplines. The ensemble, affectionately […]

“From the moment they step on stage, The Four Freshmen will get your heart pounding and your feet moving. With pure energy and great songs from the past and the present, the Freshmen deliver a world of music that will send some listeners back to the bygone era of their youth, while introducing others to […]

This night we carry on the Artists Quarter tradition of B3 Organ Night with Pierre Lewis. St.Paul native Pierre Lewis has been keyboardist for the Commodores for the past 12 years. He spent his formative years as twin cities organ legend Bobby Lyles’ sub and regular organist for another Twin Cities saxophone legend Morris Wilson.

Ethan Iverson will be celebrating the release of his Blue Note debut, Every Note is True. The album finds Iverson looking back at, and expanding upon, his own musical history as he revisits the pop/rock influenced jazz style of The Bad Plus, the influential trio that Iverson co-founded in 2000. Since leaving The Bad Plus in late 2017, […]

Stacey Kent is a jazz singer in the mold of the greats, with a legion of fans worldwide, a host of honors and awards, and a singular place among the elite vocalists of today. A comparative literature graduate who is fluent in French, Italian, Portuguese, and German as well as English, Kent understands the unique power […]

Stacey Kent is a jazz singer in the mold of the greats, with a legion of fans worldwide, a host of honors and awards, and a singular place among the elite vocalists of today. A comparative literature graduate who is fluent in French, Italian, Portuguese, and German as well as English, Kent understands the unique power […]

Saturated by the influences of the New Orleans music scene, The Snowman Band combines deep pocket grooves from funk, zydeco, reggae, and rock while infusing fiery passionate improv and real melodic songwriting. The bands mission is to make every show a joyful experience for the listeners and get their bottom ends shaking!

Formed in 2001, Parisota Hot Club was the first, and is the longest-running, Hot Club style ensemble in Minnesota. Led by guitar master Robb Henry, Parisota faithfully explores and celebrates the pioneering music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. Parisota Hot Club is Robb Henry, guitar; Jim Plattes, violin; Matt Senjem, bass.

In Person and Live Stream The Gustavus Jazz Ensemble, directed by Dr. Dave Stamps, is the premier concert jazz ensemble at Gustavus Adolphus College. Formerly known as the Gustavus Jazz Lab Band and Gustavus Stage Band, the Gustavus Jazz Ensemble recently celebrated its 50th year of excellence. Founded in 1970 by Dr. Mark Lammers, the […]

In Person and Live Stream Alto saxophonist Henry Berberi lives in Morris, Minnesota and has studied with Jonathan Campbell, Matthew Patnode, Edmar Colón, and currently, George Garzone. Henry was a member of the 2021 Berklee Jazz Workshop under the direction of Terri Lyne Carrington and Edmar Colón and was awarded Honorable Mention in Jazz by […]

‘Red Planet with Bill Carrothers’ CD was released a few years ago and was one of the top albums released by Shifting Paradigm Records that year. Featuring the trio Red Planet (Dean Magraw guitar, Jay Epstein drums, Chris Bates bass) with award winning pianist Bill Carrothers the album earned local accolades from the MPLS Star […]

The Red Hot Django Peppers is a band that formed from the love of the music of Django Reinhardt. The troupe consists of guitarists Ryan Picone and Jose Betanzos, violinist Danny Lentz, and bassist Sean Roderick. The Red Hot Django Peppers had their premiere performance in early 2019 at Moto-I and were then asked to […]

Founded in 2004, the SFJAZZ Collective is a leaderless group and a democratic composer’s workshop that represents what’s happening now in jazz. Simultaneously honoring music’s greatest figures while championing jazz’s up-to-the-minute directions, the SFJAZZ Collective embodies SFJAZZ’s commitment to jazz as a living, ever-relevant art form. For the 2021-2022 season, the SFJAZZ Collective will divert from […]

Founded in 2004, the SFJAZZ Collective is a leaderless group and a democratic composer’s workshop that represents what’s happening now in jazz. Simultaneously honoring music’s greatest figures while championing jazz’s up-to-the-minute directions, the SFJAZZ Collective embodies SFJAZZ’s commitment to jazz as a living, ever-relevant art form. For the 2021-2022 season, the SFJAZZ Collective will divert from […]

Founded in 2004, the SFJAZZ Collective is a leaderless group and a democratic composer’s workshop that represents what’s happening now in jazz. Simultaneously honoring music’s greatest figures while championing jazz’s up-to-the-minute directions, the SFJAZZ Collective embodies SFJAZZ’s commitment to jazz as a living, ever-relevant art form. For the 2021-2022 season, the SFJAZZ Collective will divert from […]

REAL BULLS: Dave King (drums) and JT Bates (drums) ‘69 DODGE: Zacc Harris (guitar) Cody McKinney (bass) Dave Power (drums)

The Crooners Supper Club community is mobilizing to help families in dire need due to the humanitarian crisis caused by Russia’s unprovoked invasion   Twin Cities Artists Donating their Talents Opening Set — 6 to 7pm: The ACME Big Band featuring: Sinne Eeg, Arne Fogel, Judi Vinar, Andrew Walesch   Main Set — 7:30 to 9pm Appearances […]