This is from my beloved husband Bob Bowman “Last Wednesday at at Plonk was a great evening of music and friendship.Thank you all that joined us. Many thanks to those who came for my birthday, but many new faces who appreciated the music. 
Looking forward to this Wednesday. Cheyenne John-Henderson on keys who I just played with. A delight. Alex Platt on skins (dating myself) and joining us for some beautiful vocals will be Michelle Cobb.”
* To musician friends, if you would like to add your message or on going projects like new albums on this website or news letter please contact me!
* Detail of these concerts can be changed due to artists/venues’ circumstances.

ON TUESDAY NIGHT AT THE DEVIL’S TOBOGGAN

Montana Manouche at Devil's Toboggan

Join Montana Mnouche for Gypsy Jazz and American Swing in an elegant speakeasy! Here’s a quote from the Bozeman Daily Chronicle: “Behind an unmarked door in the Cannery District lies a world that harkens back to the days of flappers, moonshine and jazz clubs.” This lovely speakeasy-style venue welcomes dancers. No cover. *This event is 21+ Only
Devil’s Toboggan
113 East Oak, Suite 2B (Cannery District) 
Tuesday, April 23rd 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
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ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT PLONK

Cheyenne John-Henderson on keys, Bob Bowman on bass, Alex Platt on drums at Plonk

On Wednesday, April 24th from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Cheyenne John-Henderson on keys, Bob Bowman on bass, and Alex Platt on drums will be playing. This will be Cheyenne’s first performance at Plonk and it will be wonderful! If you are around Bozeman on this Wednesday please come down to enjoy live Jazz with delicious food and wine! No Charge.
Plonk Wine Bozeman
29 E Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
Wednesday, April 24th 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
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FRIENDS OF HEAD START EXTRAVAGANZA IN HELENA

FRIENDS OF HEAD START EXTRAVAGANZA IN HELENA

On Thursday, April 25th at the Delta Hotels by Marriot Helena Colonial Hotel for Friends of Head Start’s 13th Annual Extravaganza! This fun evening hosts live music by Ken Nelson on keyboard, Jeremy Slead on drums and Wilbur Rehmann on saxophone, live and silent auctions, refreshments and hors d’oeuvres. Funds that Friends of Head Start earn through Extravaganza specifically support the local, high quality Rocky Head Start Program.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Helena Colonial
2301 Colonial Drive, Helena, Montana 59601
Thursday, April 25th 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
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JAZZ JAM AT YVB IN BILLINGS

JAZZ JAM AT YVB

There will be Jazz Jam at Yellowstone Valley Brewing in Billings on Thursday, April 25th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. hosted by Alex Nauman, Erik Olson, Parker Brown, and Keller Paulson. This month they are focusing on the music of Herbie Hancock. Tickets : $5.00
Yellowstone Valley Brewing
2123 1st Avenue North Suite B, Billings, Montana 59101
Thursday, April 25th 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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ON FRIDAY NIGHT AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA

Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and Alex Platt on drums at Red Tractor Pizza

Every Friday, there is a Jazz Night at Red Tractor Pizza in Bozeman from 7:00p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  This Friday, April 26th Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and Alex Platt on drums will be making excellent sounds!  Please come down and enjoy your Friday night with good live music and of course delicious pizza and beer/wine!
Red Tractor pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
Friday, April 26th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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ON FRIDAY NIGHT AT BENNY’S BISTRO

Wilbur Rehmann on saxophone and Ann Tappan on piano at Benny’s Bistro in Helena

On Friday, April 26th at Benny’s Bistro in Helena Wilbur Rehmann on saxophone and Ann Tappan on piano will be playing ballads, bop and standards from 6:30 p.m to 8:30 p.m. Always good food, wine and friends at Benny’s Bistro on Sixth Ave.  Please come down and enjoy their beautiful sounds!
Benny’s Bistro
108 E 6th Ave Helena, Montana 59601
Friday, April 26th 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
http://bennysbistro.com/

CUBA NIGHTS AT THE MURRAY BAR IN LIVINGSTON

CUBA NIGHTS AT THE MURRAY BAR IN LIVINGSTON

Cubongo will be performing Cuban and Brazilian dance music at the Murray Bar in Livingston, Saturday April 27 from 9pm-1am. Styles of dance music include Cha Cha, Salsa, Bolero, Son Montuno, Mambo, Samba and Funky Samba. The mix includes slower tempo songs and varies with fast tempo Salsa and Samba. It’s a musical fix for all levels of dancers.
For this performance, Cubongo performs as a quartet; Silas Stewart-Vibraphone, Michael Steele-Upright and Electric Bass, Chris Naro-Drums and Percussion and Matt Ridgeway-Keyboards. 
Dr Cubongo says “Caribbean medicine is da answer! Papa Yo! Yuh waan flap a wing?”
The Murray Bar
201 W Park St, Livingston, Montana 59047
Saturday, April 27th 9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.
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ON SUNDAY NIGHT AT THE EAGLES THE BRIDGER MOUNTAIN BIG BAND

ON SUNDAY NIGHT AT THE EAGLES THE BRIDGER MOUNTAIN BIG BAND

The Bridger Mountain Big Band or small combo performs at The Eagles on every Sunday led by a drummer Adam Greenberg.  No cover charge but there will be a tip jar so be generous.  For more information please check https://www.facebook.com/TheBridgerMountainBigBand/.
The Eagles
Sunday, April 28th
7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
https://www.facebook.com/bozemaneagles326/

ON SUNDAY NIGHT AT WALKERS IN BILLINGS

ON SUNDAY NIGHT AT WALKERS IN BILLINGS

On every Sunday American Grill & Tapas Bar Walkers in Billings has live music through 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. This week Modern Sound of Nashville, The Nick Kozub Group will be performing!! Please come down to enjoy the music with delicious food and drinks! No charge.
American Grill & Tapas Bar Walkers
2700 1st Ave N, Billings, Montana 59101
Sunday, March 24th 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
http://walkersgrill.com/

UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE CONCERTS

MAY DAY CUT-A-RUG DANCE PARTY

MAY DAY CUT-A-RUG DANCE PARTY

It’s May Day! And we have some friends coming to town – Jake Sanders and Jonathan Doyle – will be playing some sweet, some hot, and be sure lots of fantastic music for our listening and dancing pleasure! 
Live Music will start at 7:15pm and play until 10pm. It’s $10 for this goodness. Everyone welcome so bring friends!
Rocky Mountain Rug Gallery
201 E Main St, Bozeman, Montana 59715
Wednesday, May 1st 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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ALL FOR ONE, ART FOR ALL! GBGV SHOWCASE OF ART & CULTURE

ALL FOR ONE, ART FOR ALL! GBGV SHOWCASE OF ART & CULTURE

Thursday, May 2 | 6pm
Facebook Live Stream | Emerson Crawford Theater
Get ready for an evening of music, theater, dance, art, and awareness as TEN great non-profit organizations come together for a live-stream showcase of the amazing arts and culture resources in our community. We invite you join us as we celebrate and support each other during Give Big Gallatin Valley.
Thursday evening, each of the following organizations will step into the spotlight on the Emerson’s Crawford Stage to share the best of what they do with you!
PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATONS
Bozeman Actors Theatre, Bozeman Symphony, Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture, Gallatin Art Crossing, HAVEN, Mountain Air Dance, Open Door Theatre, S.L.A.M. Festivals, Sweet Pea Festival, Verge Theater
SPECIAL GUESTS
Raison D’ê¬tre Dance Project, Swamp Dawg, The Compassion Project
Emerson Center for Arts and Culture
111 S Grand Ave, Bozeman, Montana 59715
Thursday, May 2nd 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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JOHN ROBERTS Y PAN BLANCO LIVE IN HELENA

JOHN ROBERTS Y PAN BLANCO LIVE IN HELENA

If you are around Helena on Friday, May 3rd John Roberts y Pan Blanco will be playing at Lewis & Clark Tap Room from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.! New Danzons, Descargas, Salsa and Soul tunes for the dancers and everyone else! Please come to dance and enjoy their fantastic sounds with great beer. $5 Cover at the door.
Lewis & Clark Tap Room
1517 Dodge Ave, Helena, Montana 59601
Friday, May 3rd 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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May 1st @ Plonk

Ann Tappan on keys, Alex Robilotta on guitar, Rob Kohler on bass, and Adam Greenberg on drums

May 8th @ Plonk

Cubongos : Matt Ridgeway on keys, Silas Stewart on vibraphone, Michael Steele on bass, and Chris Naro on drums and percussion

May 10th @ Red Tractor Pizza

Bob Nell on piano and Bob Bowman on bass


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