We have shoveled tons of snow, cut lots of firewood, and done snow shoes quite often since we came back to Hebgen. It has been great exercise out of necessity!
* 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 IN BOZEMAN
Please join this fantastic duo : Craig Hall on guitar and Bob Bowman on bass at Devil’s Toboggan on Tuesday, February 18th! Enjoy their beautiful sounds with delicious hand-crafted cocktails and tapas served at an elegant 1930-style speakeasy. No cover. The venue’s Happy Hour is 4-6PM. *This event is 21+ Only
Devil’s Toboggan
113 East Oak, Suite 2B (Cannery District)
Tuesday, February 18th 7:15 p.m. – 9:15 p.m.
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ON TUESDAY NIGHT JAZZ JAM SESSION AT LEVITY IN BILLINGS
On this Tuesday, February 18th from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. there will be a jazz jam session at Levity Bar and Bistro in Billings! Bring your instruments and join them on your favorite tune. (or tunes!) Levity’s $3 Taco time starts 3:00p.m.!
Levity Bar and Bistro
1027 Shiloh Crossing Blvd Suite 8, Billings, MT 59102
Tuesday, February 18th 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
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ON THURSDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
On February 20th from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. MSUB Jazz Ensemble will be there to lay some smooth grooves for your Thursday night enjoyment!! Please come down and enjoy local art, local brews, and of course wonderful live music by local musicians at Craft Local! No cover.
Craft Local
2413 Montana Ave., Billings, MT 59101
Thursday, February 20th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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ON FRIDAY NIGHT AT BENNY’S BISTRO IN HELENA
On this Friday February 21st, Wilbur Rehmann, saxophone and Fred Cobb, piano, will be playing at Benny’s Bistro, 6:30-8:30p for your listening and dining pleasure. Always great food and fine wines along with jazz and swing with a few Bossa’s by this popular duo so …” grab your coat and get your hat, leave your troubles on the doorstep”.
Benny’s Bistro
108 E 6th Ave Helena, MT 59601
Friday, February 21st 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
https://bennyshelena.com/
ON FRIDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
Introducing… The Billings Groove Syndicate! You can expect this all-star lineup of Billings musicians to help you “get your groove on” at their very first gig on Friday, February 21st at Craft Local. Be prepared for inspiring original music, exciting jam escapades, and your favorite R&B/Funk/Rock hits! All of this, paired with the massive beer and wine selection at Craft Local, guarantees a great night.
Keys – Erik Olson
Guitar – Alex Nauman
Bass – Parker Brown
Vocals – Steve Brown
Drums – William Honaker
Tenor Saxophone – Sam White
Trumpet – Tully Olson
Beer – Duane Sitzman
Craft Local
2413 Montana Ave., Billings, MT 59101
Friday, February 21st 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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ON FRIDAY NIGHT AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN
Every Friday, there is a Jazz Night at Red Tractor Pizza in Bozeman from 7:00p.m. to 9:00 p.m. On February 21st Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie Tsuru on bass, Adam Greenberg on drums. Then 2nd set Orin Gunderson on trumpet and John Swendseid on saxophone are joining the band! This will be very interesting and fun music! 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, February 21st 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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BENEFIT SHOW FEAT. COLE & THE THORNES/JESS ATKINS/BRICE ASH IN BOZEMAN
The Montana Association for the Blind (Bozeman Chapter) and The Fraternal Order of Eagles are proud to present a benefit concert featuring some of Bozeman’s finest! Brice Ash will lead off the evening with his gorgeous tunes, the Jess Atkins Band will follow and get your feet moving with his unique and eclectic blend of folk, blues, and … well, you name it, he does it. Headlining the evening will be the legendary Cole & The Thornes, with fresh members and fresh beats sure to make you dance! RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED. Email plattalex@gmail.com, or call 310.428.8604. Did I mention? ALL proceeds go to benefit the Montana Association for the Blind (Bozeman Chapter). Come get your groove on for a good cause!
The Eagles Lodge Ball Room
316 E Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
Saturday, February 22nd 7:00 p.m. – Midnight
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BRAD EDWARDS MEMORIAL AT CIKAN HOUSE IN BOZEMAN
We will be celebrating the life of our good friend Brad Edwards with songs, stories and photos at an intimate house concert setting at lovely Cikan House. Line up of the musicians : Bob Nell, Ann Tappan, Craig Hall, Bob Bowman, Alex Nauman, Adam Greenberg, Frances Stewart, Michael Steele, Josh Poole. We suggest bringing wine, beer, or an appetizer.
For more information please contact ann@anntappan.com.
Cikan House (Bozeman, MT)
Sunday, February 23rd 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 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, MT 59715
Sunday, February 23rd 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
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 Scott Jeppesen on saxophone, Erik Olson on keyboards, Parker Brown on bass, and Bill Honaker on drums will be making great sounds! Please come down to enjoy the music with delicious food and drinks! No charge.
American Grill & Tapas Bar Walkers
2700 1st Ave N, Billings, MT 59101
Sunday, February 23rd 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
https://walkersgrill.com/
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE CONCERTS
THE THIRD ANNUAL BIG SKY GYPSY JAZZ FESTIVAL
The Third Annual Big Sky Gypsy Jazz Festival, Montana’s premier celebration of gypsy jazz, is coming to Missoula, March 20-22nd, with concerts at Free Cycles, the historic Roxy Theater, and Imagine Nation Brewing. Featuring Night Blooming Jasmine (Missoula), Montana Manouche (Bozeman), Cottonwood Club (Helena), Rimrock Hot Club (Billings), and Scott Adams and Toby Hansen (Seattle), the festival brings together more than 20 of the best jazz musicians in the region for a cultural celebration that supports local businesses, artists, and musicians. Last year’s festival in Billings successfully sold out multiple shows and drew hundreds of audience members to downtown businesses. This year’s festival promises to be an unforgettable weekend of music and mirth. Thank you for supporting the Third Annual Big Sky Gypsy Jazz Festival in downtown Missoula!
http://www.bigskygypsyjazz.com/
* if you are interested donating for the festival here is the link to GoFundMe.
February 26th @ MSU Billings
Bob Sheppard with MSU Billings Jazz
February 27th @ Craft Local in Billings
Scott Jeppesen Jazz
February 28th @ Red Tractor Pizza in Bozeman
Bob Nell on piano and Bob Bowman on bass
February 28th @ Craft Local in Billings
John Roberts Soul Thang
February 29th hosted by Downbeat Vintage Swing Society in Bozeman
Keep the Bal Rollin’ music by Montana Manouche
March 3rd @ Devil’s Toboggan in Bozeman
Montana Manouche
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