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BluLuna was formed by four veteran musicians out of their love for myriad genres of the jazz idiom without restraining themselves to one specific branch of the music. By focusing on familiar melodic compositions, this bias-free approach has allowed them to concentrate on playing very fresh and sparkling ideas honoring the wide range of America’s […]
Davina Sowers and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national music scene. Their high-energy live shows feature level-A musicianship, sharp-dressed professionalism and Sowers’ commanding stage presence. Also, their influences range from Fats Domino and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band to Aretha Franklin and Tom Waits. Moreover, the band is converting audiences one show at […]
For the third installment of his November residency, Kevin Gamble presents sets by pop/R&B group Covalent Blonde and hip-hop/jazz group Goon Tribune. ⊹ For as long as he can remember, music has been a part of Kevin Gamble's life. One of his first experiences with music was playing the piano at his uncle's church as […]
Soulful, passionate, stirring… these are the words that describe Kirk Whalum's music most often. Kirk’s big, rich tenor sound is unmistakably his. It’s forged from his Memphis gospel roots and his 1980‘s initiation into the thriving Houston, TX nightclub scene. The 80’s were highlighted by Kirk’s stepping out of his blossoming sideman role and forming […]
Soulful, passionate, stirring… these are the words that describe Kirk Whalum's music most often. Kirk’s big, rich tenor sound is unmistakably his. It’s forged from his Memphis gospel roots and his 1980‘s initiation into the thriving Houston, TX nightclub scene. The 80’s were highlighted by Kirk’s stepping out of his blossoming sideman role and forming […]
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.
The Cherry Pit presents an open jam for musicians and music lovers in the Twin Cities. It’s a social hub for Twin Cities creatives, a training ground to refine musicianship, and a vehicle for high-vibrational improvisation. This is not a free-form basement jam or strictly a jazz jam. Our goal is to find an equilibrium […]
Band Members: Dale Alexander - Piano Jay Epstein - Drums Gary Raynor - Bass Growing up in Minneapolis, Dale Alexander's first band was a trio with Prince and André Cymone. He recorded with Prince on the 94 East Street CD project right before Prince signed his solo contract. He then toured with Prince on the […]
“The Very Best of Julie London” will be a sultry night celebrating a jazz icon's greatest hits and timeless elegance. Produced and performed by Jaedyn James and Alex Browne and backed by an incredible full band featuring strings, horns, flute, piano, and upright bass. Julie London is a renowned American singer and actress, celebrated for […]
If you would like to be seated in The Williamsburg Room for jazz let them know upon making your reservation. There is a $10 per guest charge for all guests requesting The Williamsburg Room or Live Jazz.
Classic Holiday Tunes featuring the signature Four Freshmen Sounds Celebrating the songs of the season with their sincere, intimate delivery and superb musicianship add an elegance to their unmistakable, super-tight, ultra-hip vocal harmony so unique to their legendary signature sound — a sound sought after by a cappella groups today! To many music enthusiasts, The Four […]
Shaun LaBelle’s producing career has been filled with legendary groups. For example, David Pack (Ambrosia), Everette Harp, Jeff Kashiwa, and Steve Reid (Rippingtons.) Also, Shaun has worked with Branford Marsalis and the group Pieces of a Dream. Shaun performed bass on the Larger Than Life tour for Grammy award-winning recording artist Jody Watley. Currently, Shaun's new releases Your […]
If you would like to be seated in The Williamsburg Room for jazz let them know upon making your reservation. There is a $10 per guest charge for all guests requesting The Williamsburg Room or Live Jazz.
Jazz icon Ernie Watts and blues harmonica ace Corky Siegel first met in Mumbai. They were each invited by the distinguished violin virtuoso, Dr. L. Subramaniam to perform in his Global Fusion project. They have been best friends from the moment they met. Further, they continue to collaborate in celebrated performances and on acclaimed recording […]
As a vocalist, Patty Peterson has performed to sold-out audiences all over the country including Minneapolis, Minnesota and Los Angeles, California. In addition, Patty received the coveted Minnesota Music Award 7 times for best vocalist as well as best jazz recording and in 2019, she was inducted into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame, along with her siblings Linda, Billy, […]
For the finale of his November residency, Kevin Gamble pays tribute to one of his favorite artists: J Dilla, producer extraordinaire. LA Buckner features on drums. ⊹ For as long as he can remember, music has been a part of Kevin Gamble's life. One of his first experiences with music was playing the piano at […]
