Bob, our dog Budsie, Bob’s big bass, and I will be headed to Oregon tomorrow, on Monday and I won’t have time to work on this week’s newsletter… So here it is! Regular live jazz events on Thursday are off because it’s Thanksgiving.
To Django Jazz Jam at Valhalla Meadery, you can find about this week’s event on their FB page.
As I mentioned last week, I made 2023 calendar with photos I took in/around Montana. Please check 2023 calendar page if you are interested to support Big Sky Jazz!!
* 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.
SONGS FOR SANDRA
Bob Bowman’s late wife Sandra Paige Bowman passed away on November 20th, 2013. The album features some of her favorite songs also new compositions dedicated to her. Here is “The Very Thought of You” from the album.
You can check the album on Bob Bowman’s website as well.
Rest in Peace, beautiful Sandra.
TODAY! SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT MONTANA PUBLIC RADIO
It’s a bit chilly but you can enjoy beautiful live music by William/Tappan/Kohler on Montana Public Radio this afternoon wherever you are! Jazz program Dimensions in Jazz by John Arvish will bring the trio to his show and they will live stream the concert from Studio B in Missoula!
MJ Williams on vocals/trombone, Ann Tappan on piano, Rob Kohler on bass. They will play music from their new album RETURN (The Turning Point) and talk about the project. Please enjoy their beautiful music on Montana Public Radio, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.!
Dimensions in Jazz by John Arvish
https://www.mtpr.org/
Sunday, November 20th 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
TODAY! SUNDAY EVENING AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN
From drummer Alex Platt! “This is getting popular! Last time we had something like 12 people sitting in! Come to the hippest jam in town. Bring your chops and play, kick back and listen, dig into pizza and beer … you know the drill. David Charles on keys, Eddie Tsuru on bass, and Alex Platt on drums (hey, that’s me!). Keyboardists and drummers can just show up, but everyone else needs to bring their own instrument. PA provided! And if you’re worried you’re gonna sound like a turkey, don’t worry … you do.”
Red Tractor Pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 359-1999
Sunday, November 20th 5:00 p.m. –
Facebook event page
SUNDAY NIGHT AT WALKERS GRILL IN BILLINGS
John Roberts will be playing at Walkers Grill in Billings tonight with Malia Howell on vocals, Bill Honaker on drums, Mike Leslie and bass, Alex Nauman on guitar!!
John Roberts began playing the piano at the age of 5 while living on an isolated ranch in Southeastern Montana. There was no TV, but there was a piano. From age 11-18, in Malta, MT, he was in band (trombone) and choir in the Malta, MT schools. After graduating in 1996 from Montana State University-Billings with a BA in Music Performance, John moved to Los Angeles to earn his Master of Fine Arts in Western Orchestral Performance from California Institute of the Arts. Roberts is now on faculty at Montana State University-Billings as a Jazz, music theory, low brass and world music instructor. He is also band leader of Pan Blanco, the region’s premier salsa and African band. John has a knack for inspiring the audience to dance and enjoy life! As always, no cover! 7-10 pm.
Walkers Grill
2700 1st Ave N, Billings, MT
(406) 245-9291
Sunday, November 20th 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Facebook event page
MONDAY NIGHT AT BLACKBIRD IN BOZEMAN
Monday night live jazz at Blackbird in Bozeman. Alex Robilotta on guitar, Aaron Banfield on guitar, and Isaac Winemiller on bass. Please come and join the trio and start your week with good vibe! Music 6-9PM. No music charge.
Blackbird
140 E Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 586-0010
Monday, November 21st 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Facebook event page
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT TUNE UP BAR IN BOZEMAN
Join Eddie T Trio at Tune Up Bar in Kimpton Armory Hotel in Bozeman this Wednesday! Bassist Eddie T is hosting a Live Jazz Series on Wednesdays at the Tune Up Bar. This week’s lineup is: Luca Rodoni on trumpet, Alex Robilotta on guitar, Michael Gillan on drums, and Eddie T on bass. Come down to the cozy bar lounge and enjoy their sounds. Music is 8:00 to 10:00 pm. No cover charge.
Tune Up Bar (Kimpton Armory Hotel)
24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 551-7702
Wednesday, November 23rd 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Facebook event page
FRIDAY NIGHT AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN
Winter time 6-8PM. No cover.
* Friday night at RTP is getting busy. If you are coming with a group, reservations are recommended.
Red Tractor Pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 359-1999
Friday, November 25th 26th 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Facebook event page
JOHN ROBERTS Y PAN BLANCO ON FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHTS
“John Roberts y Pan Blanco is an original-sounding ensemble of energetic musicians that inspires the audience to dance and enjoy life!”.
John Roberts y Pan Blanco will be playing at The Pub Station in Billings on Friday. And on Saturday at Lewis and Clark Tap Room in Helena. The event at Lewis Clark Tap Room offers a class on salsa and cha cha dances before the show. Please check the details on Facebook event pages.
The Pub Station
2502 1st Ave North, Billings, MT
(406) 894-2020
Friday, November 25th 7:00 p.m., Tickets: $15
Facebook event page
Lewis and Clark Tap Room
1517 Dodge Ave, Helena, MT
(406) 442-5960
Saturday, November 26th 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (Dance lesson 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.)
Tickets: $5
Facebook event page
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, November 27th 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
DECEMBER 3RD AT MSU BOZEMAN
Come hear your favorite holiday songs all jazzed up! The Montana State University School of Music will present a concert of holiday jazz classics set for 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 3, at Inspiration Hall. The MSU One O’Clock Jazz Band, the MSU Jazz Workshop Ensemble and the MSU Traditional Jazz Combo will all perform at the holiday jazz concert. Swing into the season with the MSU School of Music Jazz Program! Tickets for the event are $10.00 general admission, $5.00 for students, and can be purchased only at the door.
A livestream of the performance will be available on the School of Music’s YouTube channel.
Inspiration Hall (Norm Asbjornson Hall) at MSU Bozeman
W Grant St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 994-5413
Saturday, December 3rd, 11:00 a.m. –
Tickets: General admission $10, Students $5
Event page on MSU website
DECEMBER 21ST AT ST. PAUL’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH IN HELENA
From saxophonist Wilbur Rehmann: “Please save the date of winter solstice, Dec. 21, Wednesday, 7:00pm at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church for the Annual Winter Concert Celebration.
Wilbur Rehmann Quartet with special guest MJ Williams on vocals and trombone, Judy Fjell on vocals and guitar, Dan Pocha and Native Dancers, drums and singing, Cohesion Dance Co., Jewish Reflections on the Solstice-Janet Tatz.”
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church
512 Logan St Helena, MT 59601
(406) 442-5643
Wednesday, December 21st 7:00 p.m.-
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- Friday, December 16th 6:00p.m. – 8:00 p.m. @ Benny’s Bistro in Helena
Wilbur Rehmann on saxophone and Fred Cobb on keys - Sunday, December 18th 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. @ Walkers Grill in Billings
Rimrock Hot Club
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