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Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, or as it is sometimes referred to, DLO3, specializes in the lost art of “feel-good music.” The precise sequence of music chosen by Delvon is unique in itself. Here, he creates an experience for each show based on the vibe and feel of that audience. This includes the 1960s organ jazz stylings […]
Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, or as it is sometimes referred to, DLO3, specializes in the lost art of “feel-good music.” The precise sequence of music chosen by Delvon is unique in itself. Here, he creates an experience for each show based on the vibe and feel of that audience. This includes the 1960s organ jazz stylings […]
The three members of Tarbaby – pianist Orrin Evans, bassist Eric Revis, and drummer Nasheet Waits – share a long history together. There, this dates back to well before the formation of the trio. They share core beliefs about acknowledging the over-arching tradition of the music while being true to one’s own story. Additionally, they’re […]
This 16 piece band boosts having been on-going for the last 35 years . Originally under the musical direction of arranger/ composer Steve Devich, they have built a library of big band music containing over 450 charts!
An Evening of Classic Basie Style Big Band ACME Jazz Company is an 18-piece Big Band featuring vocalist Arne Fogel, performing selections from the Great American Songbook. Saxophonist Bob Parsons contributes the classic charts, plus unique arrangements to the band’s growing eclectic repertoire. Arne Fogel: Vocalist Bob Parsons: Music Director and Arranger Arranger and woodwind performer Bob Parsons grew up in St. James, […]
Join the Ross Clowser Quartet in celebrating the release of Clowser’s debut album, "this is how we move through time.,” which will be released on Aura Vortex Records on Sept. 12. Band Members: Ross Clowser - Guitar Joe Strachan - Piano Josh Granowski - Bass Tarek Abdelqader - Drums ◊ Written over the past 5 […]
The influential AACM (Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians) celebrates its 60th anniversary with legendary composer/trumpeter Wadada Leo Smith and pianist/composer Amina Claudine Myers. For this remarkable engagement, they’ll perform their acclaimed recent recording Central Park’s Mosaics of Reservoir, Lake, Paths and Gardens—a musical tribute to the people, monuments, and spaces of New York City’s […]
Burning Vocals, Traditional & Contemporary Orchestral Jazz, Swing & Bop When the artistry of vocalist Jennifer Grimm met the mastery of composer arranger Adi Yeshaya, a new sound was born. Don’t miss this 13-piece jazz orchestra in a night of compositions and new arrangements of jazz and pop favorites. Adi Yeshaya: Piano / Leader Jennifer […]
Two-time Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter Dominique Fils-Aimé places the history of African American musical culture at the heart of her work. Based in Montreal, she reflects on the social realities that have influenced the genres of blues, jazz and soul. Moreover, her trilogy highlights the history of African American music. Thus, three albums in quick succession were inspired […]
Award-winning trumpeter, vocalist, songwriter, and producer Keyon Harrold is touring in support of Grammy-nominated recording, 2024’s Foreverland. This crossover album features a bevy of collaborators. These include British R&B vocalist Laura Mvula, emerging young singer Malaya, Common, Robert Glasper and PJ Morton. Harrold first came into the international spotlight as the trumpet voice behind the Grammy-winning Don Cheadle […]
Led by chief detonators Doug Haining, sax, and Scott Agster, trombone, the Explosion Big Band draws from the area’s finest musicians. The EXPLOSION is ready to detonate with the classic sounds of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and more modern sounds of Thad Jones, Clare Fischer, Pat Metheny & others.
Pianist Jorge Luis Pacheco headlined the 2024 Twin Cities Winter Jazz Festival and was featured at the 2019 Twin Cities Jazz Festival. He’s headed back to the Twin Cities this fall for two high-energy trio shows copresented by CAYO at Berlin! Jorge Luis Pacheco is a leading pianist from the new generation of jazz in […]
The Red Hot Django Peppers are a fiery Twin Cities–based hot club band. They are devoted to keeping the spirit of Django Reinhardt alive while adding their own spark to the tradition. Also, the group is led by guitarist Ryan Picone, an acolyte of world-renowned guitarist Stéphane Wrembel. Also, they feature the dynamic interplay of guitarist […]
An Evening of Modern Jazz, Rock and World Music Known for his cinematic, poignant, and genre-hopping compositions, Seattle guitarist Park Evans is joined by four of the Midwest’s finest masters of the jazz craft for a very special evening at Crooners featuring original music with elements of modern jazz, rock, west african, and caribbean music […]
A blend of great classics by Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Billy Cobham, Carlos Santana, Pat Metheny and other legends of the golden era of jazz/rock/fusion, plus new original music by members of Global Jazz Collegium. — Global Jazz Collegium is an assembly of local and international musicians founded by the Twin Cities based guitarist and […]
Jazz piano phenomenon Hiromi has seamlessly shifted from one spellbinding project to the next in her two decade-plus recording career. In the process, she’s earned a reputation as one of the most explosive live performers in jazz history. Furthermore, she has become a global ambassador for the art form. Her many triumphs include an NPR Tiny […]
Jazz piano phenomenon Hiromi has seamlessly shifted from one spellbinding project to the next in her two decade-plus recording career. In the process, she’s earned a reputation as one of the most explosive live performers in jazz history. Furthermore, she has become a global ambassador for the art form. Her many triumphs include an NPR Tiny […]
