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In Person & Live Stream As a professional trumpet player, Ryan has worked for Norwegian and Regent Seven Seas Cruise Lines, sharing the stage with Juno Award Winners, finalists from 'The Voice', Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Medalists, and numerous singers from Broadway and London's West End. Ryan has appeared with the wcf symphony orchestra, […]
Like a good many before him, singer and pianist Andrew Walesch manages to encapsulate the sophistication of a cosmopolite and the self-effacing charm of a country boy. Andrew Walesch and his big band, filled with many Twin Cities’ big band and jazz legends, will take you through a journey in time to celebrate Frank Sinatra’s […]
Fat Kid Wednesdays Michael Lewis – Saxophones Adam Linz – Bass JT Bates – Drums 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, […]
In Person & Live Stream An evening of original soundscapes and tunes woven together by Thomas Strommen (sax), Will Kjeer (piano), Matt McIntyre (bass), and Alex Burgess (drums). Featuring: Thomas Strommen - sax Will Kjeer - piano Matt McIntyre- bass Alex Burgess - drums
Ivan Cunningham – Tenor Saxophone Bryan Nichols – Piano Charlie Lincoln – Bass Ben Ehrlich – Drums Born and raised in Minneapolis, Charlie Lincoln is an in-demand bassist in the Twin Cities. He has performed with international artists including Kris Davis, Dave King, Terri Lyne Carrington, Jerry Bergonzi, and Ned Rothenberg as well as indie […]
WEEK #2 FEATURING: Nathan Hanson's Conversation Hearts: Nathan Hanson (saxophones) Erik Fratzke (guitar) Joe Strachan (keys) Charlie Lincoln (bass) Marc Anderson (drums/percussion) We have lots to talk about this Valentine's Day. We'll say it with music.
7:30pm Opening Set - Hannah Harder Quintet Hannah Harder – Tenor Saxophone, Griffin Loudermilk – Trumpet Hans Fuerst – Piano, Hannah Sternberg – Bass, North Skage – Drums Hannah Harder is a Jazz student at UW-Eau Claire. A former Minnesota All State Jazz Band member, and has been on the scene for a couple years leading […]
This edition features local Twin Cities legend, Patty Peterson. In the business for more than five decades, Patty is as diverse as they come. She is a world-class Jazz/R&B vocalist, a radio show host on KBEM Jazz 88, a mainstay in the jingle and voiceover industry and an inspiring presenter on the national speaking circuit. […]
Take That Back (Shifting Paradigm Records) is the dynamic debut by the inventive Midwest jazz quintet led by veteran composers/saxophonists Joan Hutton and Sue Orfield. The album draws on its leaders’ passion for original music and their mutual joy in pursuing unpredictable musical adventures. Both are thoughtful composers that delight in drawing from the eclectic […]
WEEK #3: Nathan Hanson's Double Triple featuring: Nathan Hanson (saxophones) John C. S. Keston (keys) Greg Schutte (drums) Mike Wolter, (guitar) Josh Granowski (bass) Chris Hepola (drums) Is it two trios? three duos? Come see the nearly endless combination of possibilities as Nathan Hanson acts as the catalyst for the evening.
It's no secret that any soundtrack of the holiday season will lay claim to some of the most recognizable names in Jazz history.
