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Jazz is a melting pot of cultures and tradition. The trio is a mixture of culture and creativity. The trio brings a hot new sound that has elements of American, Puerto Rican and Ethiopian culture. Javier Santiago - piano Chris Smith - upright bass Abinnet Berhanu - drums
Minneapolis-based jazz pianist and composer, Mary Louise Knutson (k’NOOT-son), has been called "one of the most exciting artists to happen to jazz piano in quite some time." Her warm, inviting tone, broad range of emotional expression, and distinctive compositions have brought her much recognition on the national music scene.
Dakota favorites, Jay Young and The Lyric Factory started as a father/son duo in the mid-90s that has grown into a multi-faceted family of Minneapolis’ “first call” musicians who’ve been performing for sold-out audiences around the Twin Cities since 2005.
Fuchsia will present a night of music that has inspired us. This will include jazz standards, modern songs, and originals.
Join the Fridley High School Jazz ensemble for their Spring Showcase. This dedicated community of students will be performing selections from the last academic year of music-making, including both big band and newer selections. Siena Olson: Director Noah Burkhardt: Flute Kenneth Thao: Flute Eli Yang: Alto Sax Alex Johnson: Tenor Sax Alison Martin: Violin Fara […]
A special show of duos, celebrating the versatility and dynamic range of the acoustic guitar! Guitar guru Tim Sparks will play a set with jazz and flamenco rising star Ben Abrahamson. Then, he will play a set with folk blues guitarist and longtime Rio Nido bandmate Tom Lieberman. Tim Sparks has been redefining the acoustic guitar […]
What is “Sitting-In”? Sitting in is not the same as a “jam session”. A musician’s definition of “sitting in” is to participate in a working group, as a guest, usually to play a couple of songs. This usually occurs at the invitation of someone in the band. This is how Jazz Musicians typically audition and […]
The MNHBC Jazz Student “SIT-IN” Performance Series is funded by a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council and the St. Paul Cultural Star. What is “Sitting-In”? Sitting in is not the same as a “jam session”. A musician’s definition of “sitting in” is to participate in a working group, as a guest, usually […]
Minneapolis-based jazz pianist and composer, Mary Louise Knutson (k’NOOT-son), has been called "one of the most exciting artists to happen to jazz piano in quite some time." Her warm, inviting tone, broad range of emotional expression, and distinctive compositions have brought her much recognition on the national music scene.
NYC-based pianist and composer Will Kjeer stands out as one of the most versatile jazz artists of his generation. A recent graduate of the Juilliard School’s M.M. program, Will’s expansive and nuanced approach to creative music has earned him recognition from living legends of the jazz vanguard and contemporary pioneers alike. Guitarist Russell Malone called […]
Founded in 2014 by Geoffrey West Senn and Mac Santiago (percussionist/drum set), the Twin Cites Latin Jazz Orchestra (TCLJO) brings together the drama of big band jazz, the rhythmic intensity of Latin music, and the virtuosity of eighteen of the Twin Cities’ most accomplished musicians.
Please join us in celebrating the long legacy of The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis for a final concert not only featuring local artists, but also supporting two vital local non-profit organizations. This is a concert you DON’T want to miss! Club Favorites Lori Dokken & Connie Evingson present … an Evening of Music featuring […]
