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The Lead Sheet: Twin Cities Live Jazz, March 3-9

March 3, 2017  •  

© Andrea Canter Spring had another setback but warmer weather is on the horizon. The warming trend certainly continues on the local jazz scene, with some exciting visitors in town […]

JC Sanford Quartet, Pete Snell Trio at the Black Dog, March 4

March 1, 2017  •  

© Andrea Canter Well into its second year of weekly jazz performances, Saturday Night Jazz at the Black Dog brings back a favorite veteran trio and a new-to-Minnesota ensemble led […]

Patty Peterson and the Jazz Women All Stars Return to the Dakota, March 3

February 28, 2017  •  

© Andrea Canter A project initiated and directed by Twin Cities’ vocalist Patty Peterson, The Jazz Women All-Stars debuted at the 2016 Twin Cities Jazz Festival, opening music on the […]

Mancrush Brings “Authentic Midwestern” Vibe to Reverie, March 2

February 27, 2017  •  

© Andrea Canter Launched just a few years ago under the leadership of drummer/composer Lars-Erik Larson, Mancrush has become a popular and formidable ensemble on the Twin Cities jazz scene, […]

Pat Moriarty and Phil Hey – Reprising the Duo Magic at Jazz Central, March 1

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© Andrea Canter Saxophonist Pat Moriarty and drummer Phil Hey are among the most creative improvisers in Minnesota music, and have shared a collaboration for more than 40 years. Back […]

Javi Santiago Plays Rare Solo Night at Jazz Central, February 28

February 26, 2017  •  

© Andrea Canter Once a teen prodigy playing piano around the Twin Cities, Javier Santiago went on to study for two years at the acclaimed Brubeck Institute, Betty Carter’s Jazz […]