The Headhunters

Minnesota Music Education Association All-state Jazz Band with trombonist Wycliffe Gordon

Vocalist Cecile McLorin Salvant and her band

Songs of Nina Simone: JazzMN Orchestra featuring Morgan James

Sonic Dream is known for its "hip retooling" (Star Tribune) of pop songs by artists from Elvis to Dua Lipa. They have been called “fabulous...one of the Twin Cities' best” by the Dakota Jazz Club and a "fusion in the best sense of the word" by Twin Cities Blues News. Composed of three veterans of […]

he Dawson Redenius Septet brings together some of the finest jazz musicians from the Twin Cities and the Chippewa Valley to explore original compositions and jazz standards, bridging the vibrant intersection of tradition and innovation. Inspired by the progressive sounds of New Orleans, the Septet combines swing, blues, and modern jazz aesthetics into a powerful […]

Charmin Michelle: Vocals Rick Carlson: Piano Maggie’s Piano Lounge is a warm, relaxed and inviting space featuring a variety of seasoned singers and piano players. No cover. Order all of your favorite Crooners drinks and dinner items, experience superb service, and enjoy the great music!

Pete Whitman brings in a group exploring creative, pocket oriented Jazz! This will be a great night!   featuring: Pete Whitman - saxophones Kavyesh Kaviraj - piano Chris Bates - bass Abinnet Burhanu - drums   This concert brought to you by our attending patrons and The Musician’s Performance Fund (Donate Here). You can live stream this […]

Drummer Emma Garau, bassist Chris Bates, and pianist Bryan Nichols (BCE Trio) collaborate for an evening of improvisation, original music, and reimagined jazz standards. Chris Bates is an accomplished bassist recognized for his remarkable contributions to the world of jazz. Bates is a key member of the Atlantis Quartet, where his dynamic and inventive bass […]

RED PLANET, the Twin Cities premiere power jazz trio, continues a brilliant residency in Fingal’s Cave @ MetroNOME Brewery, first Tuesday of every month. Come hear this brilliant trio for FREE in the most exciting room for live jazz! Dean Magraw- Guitar Chris Bates – Bass Jay Epstein – Drums

The Bill Simenson Orchestra is a 17 piece big band (5 saxes, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones, guitar, piano, bass, and drums). Since June of 2012 the band has performed the first Tuesday of every month at Jazz Central Studios.