Hi everyone! It is great to feel the spring in the air finally! Bob and I drove to Great Falls for his gig the other day and it was fantastic.
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 MURRAY BAR IN LIVINGSTON

Hear The Ridgeway Collective (Matt Ridgeway, keyboards, Garrett Stannard, drums,  Craig Hall, guitar, and this week Bob Bowman, big bass) Tuesday nights at the historic Murray Bar in Livingston, playing Latin, jazz and funk standards and originals, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00p.m. Excellent food, featuring a Prime Rib special on Tuesday nights. Corner of Park and 2nd, no cover.
The Murray Bar in Livingston
Tuesday, March 20th
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
http://www.themurraybar.com/

 

ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT PLONK

On Wednesday, March 21st from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Bob Packwood on keys, Adam Greenberg on drums, and Bob Bowman on bass are performing at Plonk! It will be very cool sound with hot vibe!!  So please come down and enjoy the music with glass of wine and delicious food! No Charge.
Plonk Wine Bozeman
Wednesday, March 21st
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
https://plonkwine.com/

 

ON THURSDAY NIGHT AT YELLOWSTONE VALLEY BREWING COMPANY IN BILLINGS

There is a Jazz Jam session on every Thursday at Yellowstone Valley Brewing Company in Billings. It’s free, all ages, and everyone is welcome to come play! Jams go from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m.
Yellowstone Valley Brewing
Thursday, March 22nd
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
http://www.yellowstonevalleybrew.com/

 

ON FRIDAY SWING DANCE WITH MONTANA MANOUCHE

Bozeman-based Gypsy-jazz quartet Montana Manouche plays joyful and elegant swinging instrumental music in the style of Django Reinhardt and the Hot Club of France. The group has such a good time playing for Old School Swing Society dancers last month that they’re doing it again. This event is open to the public. No cover.
Highgate Senior Living
Friday, March 23rd
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Highgate Senior Living Bozeman : 2219 W Oak St. Bozeman, MT
https://www.highgateseniorliving.com/community/montana/bozeman/

 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR. MODERN JAZZ GROUP THE BAD PLUS FROM NY @ RIALTO!

The Bad Plus came together at the end of the 20th century and has avoided easy categorization ever since, winning critical hosannas and a legion of fans worldwide with their creativity, unique sound and flair for live performance. The intensely collaborative trio has constantly searched for rules to break and boundaries to cross, bridging genres and techniques while exploring the infinite possibilities of three exceptional musicians working in perfect sync.
The band consists of founding members Reid Anderson (bass) and Dave King (drums) and new member Orrin Evans (piano) — a group of passionate collaborators with no single “leader.” Never Stop II is the first full-length release from this lineup, comprised entirely of original music with each member contributing fresh compositions. The New York Times calls it “an exhilarating document” that sparks an exciting new chapter for the iconic group.
There are two shows (6p.m. and 9p.m.) with cabaret seating, tables set up rather than just standing room. Ticket price is $40 – $70.
Rialto Bozeman
Friday, March 23rd (This event is 21 and over)
6:00 p.m. (ends at 7:45 PM) / 9:00 p.m. (ends at 11:00 PM)
https://www.rialtobozeman.com
The Bad Plus ticket @ Rialto
https://www.thebadplus.com/

 

ON FRIDAY NIGHT 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 week Bob Packwood on keys, Adam Greenberg on drums, and Bob Bowman on bass are performing!! Enjoy your Friday night with the music and of course delicious pizza and beer/wine!
Red Tractor pizza
Friday, March 23rd
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
http://www.redtractorpizza.com/

 

ON MARCH 25TH AT SOLA CAFE

Gypsy Jazz group Montana Manouche will be performing at Sola Cafe in Bozeman on Sunday, March 25th from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Gypsy jazz sound for your Sunday brunch enjoyment. No cover!
Sola Cafe
Sunday, March 25th
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
https://www.solacafe.com/

 

ON SUNDAY NIGHT AT THE EAGLES THE BRIDGER MOUNTAIN BIG BAND

The Bridger Mountain Big Band 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, March 25th
7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
https://www.facebook.com/bozemaneagles326/

 

ON SUNDAY NIGHT AT WALKERS IN BILLINGS

On every Sunday American Grill & Tapas Bar WALKERS in Billings has Jazz night through 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. This week Groove Nocturne will be performing!! So please come down to enjoy the music with delicious food and drinks! No charge.
American Grill & Tapas Bar WALKERS
Sunday, March 25th
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
http://walkersgrill.com/

 

UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE CONCERTS

March 28th @ Plonk
Erik Olson on keys, Alex Nauman on guitar, Brad Edwars on drums, and Bob Bowman on bass

World-renowned Gypsy Jazz musicians are coming to Montana!
Tim Kliphuis & Alfonso Ponticelli will be playing in Billings (Cisel Hall) April 14; Bozeman (Rialto) April 15; Helena (Free Ceramics) April 17; and Missoula (Longstaff House) April 19. Details and ticket info: https://montanamanouche.com/tim-kliphuis-alfonso-ponticelli-concert-info. Also, Alfonso Ponticelli will be teaching a Gypsy Jazz guitar workshop on Wednesday, April 18. For more info, please email info@montanamanouche.com.

March 30th @ Red Tractor Pizza
Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and  Jarred Clos on drums.

More to come!
We are planning to bring back these great musicians : pianists Dan Haerle and Phil DeGreg, vibraphonist Peter Schlamb, saxophonist Matt Otto, and drummer John Kizilarmut from Kansas City, MO, and guitarist John Stowell, saxophonist Loren Stillman, and pianist David Morgenroth  in Spring & Summer!


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