Bob and I are on our way to Kansas City, MO. I am sending out this newsletter from Kearney, NE. Bob will be playing with wonderful KC jazz musicians, some of them have been to Montana to play, and I am really looking forward to experiencing the music they make together!!
This Sunday from 12:30 – 3:30PM, Alex Robilotta, Eddie Tsuru, Adam Greenberg will be playing at Basiclai grand opening party in Bozeman. Basiclai is Alex’s very talented wife Marianne’s pottery company and you can purchase her works $10 off at the grand opening! Please scroll down for more details.
* 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.

TUESDAY NIGHT AT VALHALLA MEADERY IN BOZEMAN

Tuesday evening Django Jazz jam! Please join us at Valhalla Meadery for delicious mead (and food!) on Tuesday evenings. No cover. No cover. Musicians are welcome to join in. Most of their jam tunes can be found in the Django Fakebook. Free download here.
Valhalla Meadery
875 Bridger Drive Unit B Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 577-2383
Tuesday, April 26th 6:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Facebook event page

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 27th 7:00 p.m. –
Levity Facebook page

THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE MURRAY HOTEL IN LIVINGSTON

This Thursday, April 28th at the Murray Hotel in Livingston, pianist Matt Ridgeway and bassist Tony Roberts will be playing from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.! They will make some Jazz, Brazilian, Cuban music, and more in the Murray Hotel’s cozy lobby. Please come down to enjoy the beautiful sounds they create in the Murray Hotel’s cozy lobby! No music charge.
The Murray Hotel
201 W Park St Livingston, MT 59047
(406) 222-1350
Thursday, April 28th 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
https://murrayhotel.com/

THURSDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS

Erik Olson & Alex Nauman Present: Jazz Jam Session EVERY Thursday at 7pm at Craft Local. Thats right, EVERY Thursday.
No cover. All ages welcome. Bring your instrument and sit in! Mike Leslie will host this week’s jazz jam. 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 28th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Facebook event page

FRIDAY NIGHT AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN

Friday Live jazz at Red Tractor Pizza! Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and Adam Greenberg 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.
Red Tractor pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 359-1999
Friday, April 29th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Facebook event page

FRIDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS

The first annual Jacket Jambalaya, a concert fundraiser for the music department at MSU Billings! This concert will feature the excellent MSUB Jazz and Chamber Ensembles. Please join Jacket Jambalaya at Craft Local and this fundraiser event! Tickets: $25 includes the concert and two drinks.
Seating is limited. Call ahead to reserve your spot: 406-657-2350
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT 59101
(406) 702-1458
Friday, April 29th 7:00 p.m. – (music start at 7:30 p.m.)
Facebook event page

FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE INDEPENDENT IN BIG SKY

This week, Friday night live jazz at The Independent in Big Sky will present this fantastic trio: Erik Olson on keyboard, Parker Brown on bass, and Josh Poole on drums! Erik and Parker are based in Billings and both are super busy performing in and out side of Montana. Of course Josh is a regular drummer at The Independent who is also busy playing for all kind of music. If you haven’t seen their performance, please come and join the band! 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 29th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
The Independent Facebook page

SUNDAY NIGHT AT ART HOUSE IN BILLINGS

Erik Olson will be playing at The Art House in Billings this Sunday! From Erik:
“(This) Sunday at the Art House I’m going back to my roots and bustin’ out the hammond b3! You can expect an evening of soul jazz, boogaloo, and original music featuring two of my favorite musicians in the area – Craig Hall on guitar and Bill Honaker on drums. See you there!” Tickets $20.
Art House Billings
109 N 30th St Billings, MT 59101
(406) 534-1128
Sunday, May 1st 7:00 p.m.-
Tickets: http://arthousebillings.com/erikolson/
Facebook event page

SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT BASICLAI IN BOZEMAN

From Marianne, the owner of Basiclai:
“Save the date • tell your friends • bring the family • spread the word!GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION • SUNDAY, MAY 1st
• 12-5pm • 719 W Lamme St, BozemanDRINKS! SNACKS! RAFFLE
• Everyone who shows up gets one entry + one additional entry with purchase
• 2 winners each get a $50 gift card!10% off everything on the shelves!”
Live music by Alex Robilitta, Eddie Tsuru, Adam Greenberg 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Weather permitting)

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, May 1st 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.


BigSkyJazz.net and news letter Jazz this week are non-profit. I am doing this to be a little help for jazz community around Bozeman while I work as a website/graphic designer.
If you feel like helping me with a little reward please donate from “Buy me a glass of wine page“. It is much appreciated!!!