In this special series, local jazz musicians will pay tribute to the iconic legacy of Miles Davis & his classic Quintets of the 50-60’s

In this special series, local jazz musicians will pay tribute to the iconic legacy of Miles Davis & his classic Quintets of the 50-60’s

In Person & Live Stream When five musicians spanning in age from their 30’s to the 60’s, all having placed the practice of jazz as an important priority in life, play together for over a decade . . . something wonderful starts to happen. They find the pocket. . . they swing, they flow. Jazz […]

Patty will reminisce with several Twin Cities’ jazz legends, who have achieved local and national acclaim. Among these notables are Ollie Lyle (bassist), Dr. Steve Wright (trumpet), and Linda Peterson (pianist and vocalist). These extraordinary artists, some still performing in their 80s, will be accompanied by the Phil Aaron Trio, featuring Phil Aaron(piano), Graydon Peterson […]

In Person & Live Stream A recent graduate of Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY, Nicholas Christenson is a Fairbanks, AK-based composer and bassist. He has performed and recorded across the US and France with artists including Jean-Jacques Birgé, Jean-Brice Godet, Michelle Kinney, Noah Ophoven-Baldwin, and Cory Healey.   Featuring: Ivan Cunningham: alto saxophone Alma Engebretson: […]

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 […]

Laura will be accompanied by tenor saxophonist, David Milne.

DAT Trio is a group playing originals and lesser heard modern jazz tunes.   Featuring: David Martin, guitar Matt McIntyre, bass Dave Schmalenberger, drums

Dale Alexander, Gary Raynor, Jay Epstein

A singer with equal parts heart, charm and individuality, Shorai has been a mainstay on the Minneapolis jazz scene since 2004. With five self-released albums under her belt, she mixes old classics, modern revivals and her own pop gems with ease and soul. Shorai has collaborated with many of the Midwest’s finest and most celebrated […]

Well-known as the finest organist in jazz and also a superb trumpeter, what Joey DeFrancesco accomplishes in just one show is nothing short of incredible. His music embodies the traditional organ trio form infused with a distinct modern approach, just part of what makes his music unmistakably his own. Joey DeFrancesco’s emergence in the 1980s […]

Katia Cardenas (vocals), with Ted Godbout (keys), Ted Olsen (bass), Beth Varela (drums), and Cody Steinmann (guitar) Katia Cardenas presents “Brave Enough: A Tribute to Sara Bareilles,” honoring the inspiring, uplifting and heart wrenching catalogue of this beloved songstress. This show celebrates the multitude of Bareilles’ emotional and captivating hits from her albums, EPs, live […]

Well-known as the finest organist in jazz and also a superb trumpeter, what Joey DeFrancesco accomplishes in just one show is nothing short of incredible. His music embodies the traditional organ trio form infused with a distinct modern approach, just part of what makes his music unmistakably his own. Joey DeFrancesco’s emergence in the 1980s […]

In Person and Live Stream Bill Carrothers with Alejandro Urzagaste, Anthony Cox, Jay Epstein

Curtis Stigers has had several top ten hits as a long-haired, blue-eyed soul singer and he’s written and sung an Emmy nominated TV theme song (Sons of Anarchy). He’s recorded a track for one of the biggest-selling pop albums of all time and he’s released critically-acclaimed, award-winning jazz albums, including a live album singing Sinatra […]

In Person and Live Stream Bill Carrothers with Alejandro Urzagaste, Anthony Cox, Jay Epstein

In Person and Live Stream Join us for an evening of freely created sound and movement, along side a discussion on the state of new music and composition. Our first set will feature the instruments, electronics, and moods of these improvisers. Our second set will provide insight into thecomposer/performer/creator, as we engage the audience through […]

Acclaimed as the “Piano Prince of New Orleans,” Davell Crawford brings exuberance and flair to whatever he plays: jazz, R&B, funk, blues, gospel, and more. Growing up in New Orleans, Crawford’s influences run the gamut from Fats Domino to Sarah Vaughan, to Patsy Cline, and even Liberace. One of the few musicians committed to keeping […]

In Person & Live Stream Available.

8:00 Steve Kenny Trio Steve Kenny – Trumpet joined by some assorted number of his cohorts. Always a surprising and fresh ensemble, and almost never just a trio !!! 9:30pm Zacc Harris Group Performing selections from the Small Wonders CD Zacc Harris – Guitar Bryan Nichols – Piano Brandon Wozniak – Tenor Sax Aaron Hedenstrom […]

Acclaimed as the “Piano Prince of New Orleans,” Davell Crawford brings exuberance and flair to whatever he plays: jazz, R&B, funk, blues, gospel, and more. Growing up in New Orleans, Crawford’s influences run the gamut from Fats Domino to Sarah Vaughan, to Patsy Cline, and even Liberace. One of the few musicians committed to keeping […]

The Yellowjackets have stood the test of time as one of jazz’s most influential and loved groups. Throughout their storied 40+ year history, the Yellowjackets have recorded 25 albums, received 17 Grammy nominations – won 2 – performed countless sold-out tours, and enjoyed worldwide critical acclaim and commercial success. Over the years the band has […]

The Yellowjackets have stood the test of time as one of jazz’s most influential and loved groups. Throughout their storied 40+ year history, the Yellowjackets have recorded 25 albums, received 17 Grammy nominations – won 2 – performed countless sold-out tours, and enjoyed worldwide critical acclaim and commercial success. Over the years the band has […]