Bob and I will be headed to Montana tomorrow, on Tuesday. Although we really love Kansas City friends and music scene we can’t wait to be back to our home, Montana!
* 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
Join Montana Mnouche for Gypsy Jazz and American Swing at Devil’s Toboggan! An elegant 1930-style speakeasy lends the perfect ambiance for the band’s music. Feel free to dress vintage, you’ll fit right in! Delicious hand-crafted cocktails and tapas served. Dancers welcome! No cover. *This event is 21+ Only
Devil’s Toboggan
113 East Oak, Suite 2B (Cannery District)
Tuesday, May 7th 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT PLONK
On Wednesday, May 8th from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Cubongo will be performing Cuban and Brazilian dance music at Plonk!! 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.
Silas Stewart-Vibraphone, Michael Steele-Upright and Electric Bass, Chris Naro-Drums and Percussion and Matt Ridgeway-Keyboards.
Plonk Wine Bozeman
29 E Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
Wednesday, May 8th 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
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JAZZ NIGHT AT PETROLEUM CLUB, BILLINGS
Every Wednesday there is live jazz at Petroleum Club in Billings from 6:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. On Wednesday, May 8th Erik Olson on piano and Bob Bowman on bass will be making fantastic sounds! Wonderful food, great music, and beautiful view from 22nd floor of DoubleTree Hotel. This is normally a private room but it is open to music fans for a jazz night. Please tell that you come for Erik Olson and Bob Bowman at the entrance.
Petroleum Club, Billings
22nd floor of DoubleTree hotel, Billings
Wednesday, May 8th 6:15 p.m. – 9:15 p.m.
http://billingspetroleumclub.com/
ON FRIDAY NIGHT AT UNCORKED WINE BAR IN LIVINGSTON
Mark your calendars for Friday, May 10th when Uncorked Wine & Cheese Bar celebrate their reopening with Montana Manouche!! Montana Manouche plays swinging instrumental Gypsy Jazz music in the style of Django Reinhardt.
Live music kicks off at 6 pm, but the venue will be pouring delicious wines and beers starting at noon. They will have dinner with a cheese plate, sandwich or salad made from the tastiest ingredients from local purveyors and artisans around the globe. No cover.
Uncorked Wine & Cheese Bar in Livingston
212 W Park St Livingston, MT 59047
Friday, May 10th 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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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. On this Friday, May 10th Bob Nell on piano and Bob Bowman on bass will be making beautiful sounds you don’t want to miss! 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, May 10th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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ON SATURDAY NIGHT AT VALHALLA MEADERY
On Saturday, May 11th at Valhalla Meadery in Bozeman from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. John Swendseid Group will be performing! John Swendseid on tenor saxophone, Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and Alex Platt on drums will be playing the music of Bob Reynolds who plays with Snarky puppy and John Mayer. Enjoy their excellent sounds with splendid mead and sider with delicious food!
*This night of groovy Jazz fusion is a free show, but a $5 “ticket” donation is suggested and appreciated!
Valhalla Meadery
875 Bridger Drive Unit B Bozeman, Montana 59715
Saturday, May 11th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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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/.
Bozeman Eagles Club & Ballroom
16 E Main St, Bozeman, Montana 59715
Sunday, May 5th 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
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MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL AT WALKERS IN BILLINGS
Walkers in Billings is having Mothers’ Day Weekend special with Tony Gulizia! On Friday, May 10th and Saturday, 11th from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Then on Sunday, May 12th he will be playing for Walkers Mother’s Day Brunch from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For more info and reservation please contact the venue!
American Grill & Tapas Bar Walkers
2700 1st Ave N, Billings, Montana 59101
Friday, May 10th 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 11th 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 12th 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
https://walkersgrill.com/
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE CONCERTS
May 15th @ Plonk
Scott Jeppesen on saxophone, Bob Bowman on bass, and Roxanne Jeppesen on drums
May 16th @ The Mint in Belgrade
Skylark – Krista Barnett on vocal, Craig Hall on guitar, and Bob Bowman on bass
May 17th @ Red Tractor Pizza
Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and Alex Platt on drums
May 19th @ Sola Cafe
Montana Manouche
May 22nd @ Plonk
Alex Nauman on guitar, Bob Bowman on bass, and Brad Edwards on drums
May 24th @ Red Tractor Pizza
Scott Jeppesen on saxophone and Bob Bowman on bass
May 31st @ Red Tractor Pizza
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