Bob and I are finally settling down after almost 8 weeks of Bob’s gig trip. Kansas City, Denver, Portland, and Billings. To me, this trip was a great chance to realize again how one’s commitment is important to keep local jazz or any sorts of art alive. I’ve met musicians keeping music scene active by giving younger/unexperienced players opportunity to play with mature musicians. They also bring talents outside of their circle so local music fans and musicians can experience sounds by different musicians. Also I’ve met musicians, young and old, come to see other musicians’ performances to support and learn. It was great to see business owners having live music and treat musicians as their friends and partners. One restaurant owner told me that having live music takes huge commitment but he loves music and it’s so worth it. Lastly and most importantly in every places we visited there are loyal jazz supporters who come out to enjoy live jazz like you actually reading my note!!
* 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 DEVIL’S TOBOGGAN
Join Montana Manouche for Gypsy Jazz and American Swing at fantastic 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, August 20th 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
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ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT SAFFRON TABLE
Montana Manouche features musicians Ray Padilla (rhythm guitar) and Nancy Padilla (violin) from Bozeman, with Livingston jazz guitarist Dave Sullivan and Bozeman jazz bassist Mike Carey playing gypsy jazz and vintage swing. Join us as they play for your dining pleasure on our beautiful patio. Make your reservation at http://www.saffrontable.com/#reserve and be sure to make a note saying that you want to be outside for the music. See you there!
Saffron Table
1511 W Babcock St Ste A, Bozeman, MT 59715
Wednesday, August 21st 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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ON THURSDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
On Thursday, August 22nd from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. pianist Erik Olson on piano, Parker Brown on bass, and Zach Paris on drums will be making beautiful sounds at Craft Local. Please come down and enjoy the sounds by these wonderful musicians with delicious local beer/wine! No cover.
Craft Local
2413 Montana Ave., Billings, Montana 59101
Thursday, August 22nd 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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ON FRIDAY NIGHT AT GALLATIN RIVERHOUSE GRILL IN BIG SKY
On this Friday, August 23rd at The Gallatin Riverhouse Grill in Big Sky Swamp Dawg will be playing from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.! BBQ and Swamp Dawgs go together like a rama lama lama ka dinga da dinga dong. Join them for some big ol Big Sky smoky grooves. No Charge!
Gallatin Riverhouse Grill
45130 Gallatin Rd, Big Sky, MT 59730
Friday, August 23rd 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 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, August 23rd John Swendseid on saxophone, Alex Robilotta guitar, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and Chris Naro on drums will be playing music from saxophonist Bob Reynolds with funked up jazz standards interwoven in the mix. 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, August 23rd 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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CUBA NIGHT AT THE MURRAY BAR IN LIVINGSTON
Cubongo will be performing Cuban and Brazilian dance music at the Murray Bar in Livingston, Saturday August 24th from 9pm-12am! 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 quintet; Michelle Manzo-Vocals, Jake Fleming- Sax, Matt Ridgeway- Keyboards, Michael Steele- Bass, and Chris Naro- Drums.
The Murray Bar
201 W Park St, Livingston, Montana 59047
Saturday, August 24th 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
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ON SATURDAY NIGHT AT THIRSTY STREET IN BILLINGS
On this Saturday at Thirsty Street in Billings, Jeff Long Quartet : Jeff Long, Alex Nauman, Robin Martinez, w/TBA will be making fantastic sounds! The music starts 7:00 p.m. through 9:00 p.m. Please come down and enjoy their music and delicious beer!
Thirsty Street Brewing Company
3008 1st Ave N, Billings, Montana 59101
Saturday, August 24th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
MONTANA MANOUCHE WITH MICHELLE MANZO COBB AT ST. TIMOTHY’S SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL
Gypsy Jazz band Montana Manouche and singer Michelle Manzo Cobb will be performing at St. Timothy’s Summer Music Festival on Sunday, August 25th. Montana Manouche presents a concert of Gypsy Jazz music. You’ll hear many Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli compositions, and learn the fascinating history of this wonderful genre of music. Jazz vocalist Michelle Manzo Cobb will join Montana Manouche for a set of American swing standards. Tickets available at sttimothysmusic.org or at the door.
St. Timothy’s Memorial Chapel
2285 Southern Cross Rd. Anaconda, MT
Sunday, August 25th 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Tickets: $20.00 (18 & Under – $15.00)
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ON SUNDAY EVENING AT COWBOY BAR AND SUPPER CLUB IN FISHTAIL
On this Sunday, August 25th at Cowboy Bar and Supper Club in Fishtail, MT, drummer Chuck Hinz from Minneapolis/Big Sky will be performing with his quartet which is mixture of Minneapolis and Bozeman musicians! Chuck Hinz on drums, Jeff Rudoy on trumpet, Silas Stewart on vibraphone, and Michael Steele on bass. This will be a fine night of live jazz in Fishtail!! No cover.
Cowboy Bar and Supper Club
1 E Main St. Fishtail, MT 59028
Sunday, August 25th 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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, August 25th 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
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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. Walkers features some of the very best jazz cats in the Rocky Mountain region and is well known for its depth of musicians. This week from Seattle saxophonist Brian Hartman is playing with guitarist Alex Nauman, bassist Phil Griffin, and drummer Brad Edwards! 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, August 25th 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
https://walkersgrill.com/
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE CONCERTS
August 28th @ Saffron Table in Bozeman
Swamp Dawg
August 29th @ Starlite in Bozeman
Montana Manouche at Downbeat Vintage Swing Society Grand Opening
August 29th @ Craft Local in Billings
John Roberts on piano, Phil Griffin on bass, and Bill Honaker on drums
August 30th @ Red Tractor Pizza in Bozeman
Alex Robilotta on guitar, Silas Stewart on vibraphone, w/TBA
August 30th @ Pine Creek Lodge in Livingston
Cubongo : Michelle Manzo on vocals, Jake Fleming on saxophone, Matt Ridgeway on keyboards, Michael Steele on bass, Chris Naro on drums
August 30th @ Wild Ginger in Billings
Scott Jeppesen on saxophone, Brad Edwards on drums, w/TBA
September 1st @ Walkers Grill in Billings
Cheryl Hodge on vocals and keys, Mark Bryan on bass, and Brad Edwards on drums
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