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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. […]

Celebratory Finale at Reverie: CD Release for The Living Room Sessions

July 25, 2017  •  

© Andrea Canter (Note: Article based on press release from Shifting Paradigm Records) After nearly three years, including one major schedule change and rebranding of the venue, Thursday Night Jazz at Reverie presents its final sets on Thursday, July 27 at 9 pm, pending venue relocation. Curator Steve Kenny has presented at least one band […]

Tenor Titan Pharoah Sanders at the Dakota, July 25-26

July 24, 2017  •  

© Andrea Canter “…Probably the best tenor player in the world.” –Ornette Coleman “A rare opportunity to catch a highly influential and enduring jazz tenor player whose living peers can be counted on the fingers of one hand.” – Rick Mason, City Pages   One of the last active musicians to have played alongside the […]