The album release concerts by Bob Bowman, Josh Nelson, Bob Shepperd, Clay Jenkins, Steve Houghton, Larry Koonse at Sam First in LA were just amazing! My ears are still in music paradise. The album is available on Josh Nelson’s website both CD and digital download!
And please don’t forget to check 11th & Grant with Eric Funk on April 14th to see Adam Platt Trio! Here is an article about Adam on 11th & Grant on PBS.
* 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.

ON 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 6th 7:00 p.m. –
Levity Facebook page

ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ON BROADWAY IN HELENA

ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ON BROADWAY IN HELENA

Enjoy some live jazz at one of Helena’s favorite dinner spots. Delicious food, amazing cocktails, and live music at On Broadway! This week Cottonwood Club will be performing! They play the hot club music of Django Reinhardt/Stephane Grapelli , jazz favorites from throughout the 20th century, and original compositions. Come on down to On Broadway on Wednesday and join them!
On Broadway
106 E Broadway St, Helena, MT 59601
(406) 443-1929
Wednesday, April 6th 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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ON THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE MURRAY HOTEL IN LIVINGSTON

This Thursday, April 7th at the Murray Hotel in Livingston, Mike Koziel will be playing solo piano from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.! If you are looking for a lovely relaxing time with live music, please join Mike and enjoy their beautiful sounds!
The Murray Hotel
201 W Park St Livingston, MT 59047
(406) 222-1350
Thursday, April 7th 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
https://murrayhotel.com/

ON THURSDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS

Craft Local is VERY excited to announce the addition of:
Erik Olson & Alex Nauman Present: Jazz Jam Session EVERY Thursday at 7pm starting Thursday April 7th. Thats right, EVERY Thursday.
No cover. All ages welcome.
This week’s house band will be: Erik Olson, Parker Brown, and Bill Honaker!
Bring your instrument and sit in!
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 7th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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ON FRIDAY NIGHT AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN

Friday Live jazz at Red Tractor Pizza! Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and Chris Naro 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. No cover.
Red Tractor pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 359-1999
Friday, April 8th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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ON 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, March 4th 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 8th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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ON SATURDAY NIGHT AT WILD GINGER IN BILLINGS

If you are around Billings this Saturday night and want to enjoy live music, please come down to Wild Ginger!! This Saturday night, Dixieland Band 2nd Ave Stompers will be playing! Enjoy their music with delicious Asian cuisine and drinks. No music charge.
Wild Ginger
2713 Montana Ave Billings, MT 59101
(406) 252-4486
Saturday, April 9th 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
https://wildgingermt.com/

ON SUNDAY NIGHT AT WALKERS GRILL IN BILLINGS

Soul Jazz night at Walkers Grill!! John Roberts will be back to the Billings’ popular restaurant this Sunday, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The band features John Roberts on vocals/trombone, Bill Honaker on drums, Erik Olson on keyboard, and Mike Leslie on bass. Please come and enjoy the fabulous sounds the quartet make with Walkers’ delicious foods, drinks, and high quality service! No cover.
Walkers Grill
2700 1st Ave N Billings, MT 59101
(406) 245-9291
Sunday, April 10th 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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ON 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 10th 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE

APRIL 15TH AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN

Gypsy Jazz at Red Tractor Pizza!
Victrola Voilà! is a Bozeman based collective of highly talented and experienced jazz manouche musicians.  With this “gypsy jazz”-inspired ensemble, instrumentation is highly versatile, ranging from a guitar, upright bass, and violin trio to a sextet with added guitar, piano, drums, and/or sax.
Victrola Voilà! primarily plays tunes popularized by Django Reinhardt and The Quintette du Hot Club de France in the 1930s/40s swing era, and can cater to a mellow dinner/lounge atmosphere, as well as to swing dances, upbeat private events, and weddings.
So whether you’re looking for an ambiance of soft, vintage, music performed by just a few string players or a swinging outfit that will get feet tapping and folks up on the dance floor, this incredible gypsy jazz band can fit your needs. 
Red Tractor pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 359-1999
Friday, April 15th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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SUNDAY NIGHT JAZZ JAM AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN

From Sunday Jazz Jam @ Red Tractor Pizza host Alex Platt!
“We’re at it again! This month’s lineup includes Mike Koziel on keys, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and Alex Platt on drums … but of course, any one can step in and play our instruments too (that being said, bass players: please bring your own bass!). Bring your instrument and play some jazz, or just show up and check it out!”
Red Tractor pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 359-1999
Sunday, April 17th 5:00 p.m.
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