Bob and I finally came back to Montana last Thursday. Musically it was a GERAT trip! But our beloved 2000 Subaru Outback blew up on a freeway in LA. Luckily no one hurt and our friends helped us so we could borrow a car to be able to drive around in LA, drive to Oregon for more gigs, then drive back to Montana. We sincerely appreciate our great friends’ kindness.
If you would like to help our car situation a little, please consider to donate here. Thank you!!!

Josh Nelson / Bob Bowman Collective received really nice review recently. “Every so often, it’s really nice to receive a very unexpected title; one that, upon peeling away the outer packaging, causes you to say, “Whoa!” — in a good way.That’s what I felt upon scoring a review copy of “Tomorrow Is Not Promised” (Steelbird), the just-released recording from the Josh Nelson-Bob Bowman Collective.” by Jon W. Poses ~ please read more on columbiatribune.com
* To musician friends, if you would like to add your message, on going projects like new albums, etc. on BigSkyJazz.net please contact me!
* Details of these concerts can be changed due to artists/venues’ circumstances.

TUESDAY NIGHT AT VALHALLA MEADERY IN BOZEMAN

Tuesday evening Django Jazz jam! Please join us at Valhalla Meadery for delicious mead (and food!) on Tuesday evenings. No cover. No cover. Musicians are welcome to join in. Most of their jam tunes can be found in the Django Fakebook. Free download here.
Valhalla Meadery
875 Bridger Drive Unit B Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 577-2383
Tuesday, April 19th 6:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT LEVITY IN BILLINGS

Every Wednesday Night, Levity features Live Jazz starting at 7:00 p.m. It’s a Jam Session with Local Jazz Musicians. There are always familiar faces, but it’s open to anyone that can play. All you need is raw talent and your instrument! The Happy Hour is 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Levity Bar and Bistro
1027 Shiloh Crossing Blvd Suite 8, Billings, MT 59102
(406) 651-5985
Wednesday, April 20th 7:00 p.m. –
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THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE MURRAY HOTEL IN LIVINGSTON

This Thursday, April 21st at the Murray Hotel in Livingston, pianist Cheyenne John-Henderson will be playing solo piano from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.! He will play standards as well as interpretations of an eclectic selection of rock and pop tunes. Please come down to enjoy the beautiful sounds he creates in the Murray Hotel’s cozy lobby! No music charge.
The Murray Hotel
201 W Park St Livingston, MT 59047
(406) 222-1350
Thursday, April 21st 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
https://murrayhotel.com/

THURSDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS

Erik Olson & Alex Nauman Present: Jazz Jam Session EVERY Thursday at 7pm at Craft Local. Thats right, EVERY Thursday.
No cover. All ages welcome. Bring your instrument and sit in! This week Scott Jeppesen will join the jam session!
Thank you for supporting local art, local brews and your local live music scene.
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT 59101
(406) 702-1458
Thursday, April 21st 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN

Friday Live jazz at Red Tractor Pizza! Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and Adam Greenberg on drums will be making exciting and excellent sounds! They will be playing some of their originals and standards and more. Please come down and enjoy your Friday night with live music and of course delicious pizza and beer/wine! 7-9PM.
Red Tractor pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 359-1999
Friday, April 22nd 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE INDEPENDENT IN BIG SKY

The Craig Hall Trio: Craig Hall on guitar, Michael Steele on bass, and Josh Poole on drums, will be playing at The Independent on Friday, April 23rd in Big Sky. Formerly “Big Sky Theater,” The Independent is a family-centered, multifaceted community center. The performing time is 8:00 – 10:00 p.m. Please join this wonderful trio and enjoy their beautiful sounds! No music Charge.
The Independent
50 Ousel Falls Road Big Sky, MT 59716
(406) 995-7827
Friday, April 23rd 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE OLD POST IN MISSOULA

Please come and join Loren Stillman Trio at The Old Post in Missoula! This Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.  Loren Stillman on saxophone, Pete Hand on bass, and Jim Driscoll on piano will be making fantastic sounds! If you are around Missoula this Saturday, please come down to The Old Post and enjoy the live jazz with American Bistro pub food at one of Missoula’s most beloved pubs.
The Old Post
103 W Spruce St. Missoula, MT 59802
(406) 540-4433
Saturday, April 23rd 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
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SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE JUMP IN GALLATIN GATEWAY

From drummer/percussionist Mike Gillan! “Saturday, 4/23/22, at The Jump in Gallatin Gateway, Montana, Swamp Dawg brings their mix of New Orleans style Rhythm and Blues and sassy Southern Soul for your dining, listening, and dancing pleasure. Music 8pm-midnight. Swamp Dawg, bringing the swamp to the mountains! Git it!”
The Jump
75770 Gallatin Road Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730
(406) 518-5011
Saturday, April 23rd 8:00 p.m. – Midnight

SUNDAY NIGHT AT THE EAGLES IN BOZEMAN THE BRIDGER MOUNTAIN BIG BAND

Sunday night big band fun is back! Please join Bridger Mountain Big Band at Bozeman Eagles Club!
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.  To see more information and actual performance schedule, please check https://www.facebook.com/TheBridgerMountainBigBand/.
Bozeman Eagles Club & Ballroom
316 E Main St Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 587-9996
Sunday, April 24th 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.


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