I hope you all had a lovely Labor Day weekend. Bob and I have been very busy and I finally had a time to do this week’s jazz happenings. Sorry for the delay! If you are around Cody, WY this Friday, John Roberts y Pan Blanco will be performing at Buffalo Bill Center of the West’s “Tapas & Sangria Date Night” 6-8PM.
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* Details of these concerts can be changed due to artists/venues’ circumstances.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE MURRAY HOTEL IN LIVINGSTON
This Thursday, September 8th 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 his beautiful sounds!
The Murray Hotel
201 W Park St Livingston, MT 59047
(406) 222-1350
Thursday, September 8th 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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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. Alex Nauman, Matt Devitt, and Mike Leslie are hosting the jazz session this week! 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, September 8th 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! This week on September 9th, David Charles on piano, Doug Wales on percussion, and Eddie Tsuru on bass will be making fantastic sounds! 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, September 9th 26th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE INDEPENDENT IN BIG SKY
This week’s live jazz at The Independent in Big Sky, Luca Rodoni on trumpet, Issac Winemiller on bass, and Josh Poole on drums will be making beautiful sounds! 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, September 9th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
SATURDAY NIGHT RED LODGE OKTOBERFEST
Red Lodge Oktoberfest will have 24th annual celebration this Saturday! German food and beer, vendors and games—all ages welcome! John Roberts y Pan Blanco will perform from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The $10 entry fee goes to Beartooth Recreational Trails Association (12 and under free).
Red Lodge Ales Brewing Company
1445 N Broadway, Red Lodge, MT
(406) 446-0243
Saturday, September 10th 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. / Music starts 6:00 p.m.
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SATURDAY NIGHT AT BABCOCK THEATRE IN BILLINGS
Rocky Mountain Jazz Collective: The Music of Henry Mancini
Winner of four Academy Awards, a Golden Globe, twenty Grammy Awards, and a posthumous Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Mancini composed music for the Peter Gunn, The Pink Panther, and “Moon River” from Breakfast at Tiffany’s and shaped the cinematic sound of a generation. Join the Rocky Mountain Jazz Collective under the direction of Scott Jeppesen, band director, as they pay tribute to this master of American music.
Seating is open at the historic Babcock Theatre, available on a first come, first served basis. Doors open one hour prior to the event. Concessions are available for purchase, including beer, wine, soda, popcorn, and sweets. Tickets $20 – $40.
Babcock Theatre
2810 2nd Ave N, Billings, MT 59101
Saturday, September 10th 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, September 11th 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
- Thu, September 15th 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. @ The Murray Hotel in Livingston
Solo piano by Cheyenne John-Henderson - Fri, September 16th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. @ The Independent in Big Sky
Craig Hall on guitar, Michael Steele on bass, Josh Poole on drums - 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 - Fri, October 7th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00p.m. @ Red Tractor Pizza in Bozeman
MJ Williams on vocals/trombone, Ann Tappan on piano, Bob Bowman on bass - Fri, October 14th 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. @ Benny’s Bistro in Helena
Wilbur Rehmann on saxophone and Ken Nelson on keyboard
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