Bob and I are in Lawrence, KS now. He is recording a studio live for Kansas Public Radio with guitarist Danny Embrey, drummer Todd Strait, vibraphonist/pianist Peter Schlamb. I can’t wait to listen to the music they make together!!
Live jazz at The Murray Hotel in Livingston is taking a break this week. And if you are around Deadwood, SD this Wednesday, John Roberts y Pan Blanco will be playing at Outlaw Square 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. See more details here.
* 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.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
Erik Olson & Alex Nauman Present: Jazz Jam Session EVERY Thursday at Craft Local. Thats right, EVERY Thursday! No cover. All ages welcome. 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, August 18th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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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! If the weather is nice enough, the band will play on the patio. 7-9PM. No cover.
Red Tractor pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 359-1999
Friday, August 19th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT THIRSTY STREET BREWING CO. AT THE GARAGE IN BILLINGS
Introducing J5 And The Montes! Featuring Jessica Fiveland, Erik Olson, Evan O’Kelly, Alex Nauman, Parker Brown, Bill Honaker, John Roberts, and Sam Woodis.
“Better get your oven mitts out ‘cuz we are bringing some heat to the garage this Friday.” by Erik!
A show for the entire family- enjoy some soul, funk, and R&B at the Garage!
$10/ticket / Kids are free!
Thirsty Street Brewing Co. at the Garage
2123 1st Ave. N., Billings, MT
(406) 534-6332
Friday, August 19th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE INDEPENDENT IN BIG SKY
The Craig Hall Trio: Craig Hall on guitar, Loren Stillman on saxophone, and Michael Steele on bass will be playing at The Independent this Friday 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, August 19th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
SATURDAY EVENING AT TEN MILE CREEK BREWERY IN HELENA
John Roberts y Pan Blanco will be performing at Ten Mile Creek Brewery in downtown Helena this Saturday as a part of Live on the Gulch, live music series on walking mall! The music will start at 5:00pm and go until 8:00pm. So grab a drink and enjoy the show. No music charge.
Ten Mile Creek Brewery
48 N Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT 59601
(406)502-1382
Saturday, August 20th 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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SUNDAY EVENING AT MOOSE CREEK CABIN IN HELENA
Join the Montana Discovery Foundation in welcoming the Wilbur Rehmann Quartet to the back porch at Moose Creek Cabin for another wonderful year of Jazz in the Woods! Wilbur Rehmann on saxophone, Ken Nelson on keys, Todd Silas on bass, and Gerry Secher on drums. Bring a chair, beverage and a picnic dinner and find a spot in the yard or the woods beyond to listen to music and enjoy the natural beauty of the Ten Mile Creek watershed. This concert is FREE to the public, and all donations are gratefully appreciated.
Moose Creek Cabin, Helena
Located approximately 4 miles down Rimini Rd from US Highway 12 – the turn is approximately 8-9 miles west of Helena.
Sunday, August 21st. Music starts at 6:00 p.m.
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SUNDAY EVENING AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN
Come down to Red Tractor Pizza to make some noise this Sunday! Join Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by David Charles on keys, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and Josh Poole on drums! Weather permitting, jam session might be outside for all of Main Street to hear! Bring your instrument and your chops … we might even melt the pavement!
Red Tractor Pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 359-1999
Sunday, August 21st 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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SUNDAY NIGHT AT THE EAGLES IN BOZEMAN THE BRIDGER MOUNTAIN BIG BAND
Sunday night big band fun! 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, August 21st 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT WALKERS GRILL IN BILLINGS
Billings’ only hot swing ensemble, the Rimrock Hot Club, performs music rooted firmly in the French Sinti tradition of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli as well as a myriad of modern influences. The band features Trevor Kreiger on violin, Alex Nauman on guitar, David Banuelos on guitar, Mark Bryan on upright bass and the fabulous Jessica Fiveland on vocals. Bringing a deep, infectious swing beat and fiery improvisations, this band is sure to keep you moving in your seat! As always, no cover. 7pm-10pm
Walkers Grill
2700 1st Ave N Billings, MT 59101
(406) 245-9291
Sunday, August 21st 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT NORDIC BREW WORKS IN BOZEMAN
On Wednesday, August 24th at Nordic Brew Works in Bozeman, Luca Rodoni on trumpet, Alex Robilotta on guitar, Rob Kohler on bass, and Josh Poole on drums will be performing from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.! Electric jazz will be the vibe of the evening with lots of interesting sonic explorations! Should be a killer show!
Nordic Brew Works
730 Boardwalk Avenue Suite 1B Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 414-0730
Wednesday, August 24th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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RE-ELECT ED STAFMAN MONTANA HOUSE 62
WITH MUSIC BY ERIC FUNK & JENI FLEMING
Please join us for an evening of great music with Eric Funk and Jeni Fleming, and to meet & greet Representative Ed Stafman, an avid supporter of music and the arts, and who is running for re-election to the Montana legislature. Ed will share with us why November’s election is so critical to Montana. He’ll also want to hear about what issues matter most to you. Donations are appreciated but not required to attend.
The Cikan House in Bozeman
Saturday, August 27th 7:00 p.m. –
RSVP: edstafman@edstafmanformontana.com
- Fri, August 26th 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. @ Benny’s Bistro in Helena
Wilbur Rehmann on saxophone and Ken Nelson on keys - Fri, August 26th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. @ The Independent in Big Sky
Craig Hall on guitar, Michael Steele on bass, Zach Paris on drums - Sat, September 3rd 3:00 p.m. – @ Blackfoot Pathways: Sculpture in the Wild in Lincoln
Wilbur Rehmann Quintet with Special Guest MJ Williams, vocals and trombone - Sat, September 10th 7:00 p.m. – @ Babcock Theatre in Billings
Rocky Mountain Jazz Collective: The Music of Henry Mancini - Thu, September 22nd @ On Broadway in Helena
The Yardbird Quartet: Matt Austin on saxophone, Fred Cobb on piano, Nicole Austin on bass, Jeremy Slead on drums - Sun, September 25th 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. @ Walkers Grill in Billings
Sundae and Mr. Goessl - Mon, October 3rd @ Silver Star Steak Company in Helena
Matt Austin on saxophone, Rob Kohler on guitar, Nicole Austin on bass, Jeremy Slead on drums
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