We have been enjoying gorgeous summer days near West Yellowstone. Everything is so green! This week, my husband Bob Bowman is playing at The Tune Up on Wed and Red Tractor Pizza on Fri. I am really looking forward to these concerts!
* To musician friends, if you would like to share your music, a concert info, etc. on BigSkyJazz.net please contact me!
* Details of these concerts can be changed due to artists/venues’ circumstances.
MONDAY NIGHT AT SILVER STAR STEAK COMPANY IN HELENA
From saxophonist Mat Austin!
The Yardbird Quartet aims to both share the tradition of and bring new life to the Great American Songbook.
This evening features an old friend of group on drums, Brian Tremper. A Great Falls native, Brian earned his Bachelor’s degree in Percussion Performance from the University of Montana and is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO.
Join us a for a night of music new and old and a performance you won’t want to miss!
Silver Star Steak Company
833 Great Northern Blvd, Helena, MT
(406) 495-0677
Monday, July 3rd 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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TUESDAY NIGHT AT METRAPARK IN BILLINGS
Celebrate Freedom is a 4th of July celebration at MetraPark featuring food trucks, fireworks, and family fun! For more details, please visit Celebrate Freedom website (link below).
- Live music from local R&B favorite, The Brickhouse Band.
- High-flying and professional show choreographed to music by Pyro F/X.
- Parking is free.
- No gate admission.
- Pack in your own cooler or enjoy treats from local food trucks and Metra concessions.
- Don’t forget chairs and rain-or-shine gear!
MetraPark
308 6th Ave N, Lockwood, MT
(406) 256-2400
Tuesday, July 4th 7:00 p.m.-
Celebrate Freedom website
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ON BROADWAY IN HELENA
From Guitarist Victor Daniel!
Cottonwood Club will be performing live Django style jazz Wednesday July 5th at On Broadway in Helena from 6 to 9 PM. We have a special guest this month, Jeff Turman from Butte will be joining us on bass and Dennis Ferriter will be debuting his guitar skills! Jeff plays stand up bass for Missoula’s Night Blooming Jasmine as well as Cash For Junkers. The rest of the band is Victor Daniel on guitar and Luke Michelson on violin. Cottonwood Club plays a mix of 30’s swing jazz, modern interpretations of newer songs, and original compositions.
On Broadway
106 E Broadway St, Helena, MT
(406) 443-1929
Wednesday, July 5th 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT TUNE UP BAR IN BOZEMAN
Join Bowman/Stillman/Paris trio at Tune Up Bar in Kimpton Armory Hotel in Bozeman on Wednesday! Bassist Eddie T hosts Live Jazz Series on every Wednesday. The lineup of this week: Bob Bowman on bass, Loren Stillman on saxophone, and Zach Paris on drums. Bob said “I am looking forward to this combination of three of us. I like the openness of chordless groups. Of course I like to play with piano and guitar as well.” Come down to the cozy bar lounge and enjoy their fantastic sounds! 8PM to 10PM. No cover charge.
Tune Up Bar (Kimpton Armory Hotel)
24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 551-7702
Wednesday, July 5th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT BLUE SLIPPER THEATRE IN LIVINGSTON
From drummer Garett Stannard!
Join us for an Open Jazz Jam Session at the Blue Slipper Theatre in Livingston, Montana!
Event Details:
- Location: Blue Slipper Theatre, Livingston, Montana
- Dates: Wednesday, July 5th and Wednesday, July 12th 8:00-10:00PM
- Event: Open Jazz Jam Session
- $5 suggested donation at the door
- All musicians welcome, all ages
- Intimate 60-seat theatre
Grab your instrument and join us for an Open Jazz Jam Session that celebrates the diversity of musical talent. From seasoned jazz enthusiasts to those starting their musical journey, this event provides the perfect platform to showcase your skills, collaborate with fellow musicians, and immerse yourself in the world of jazz.
To make this event accessible to all, we kindly suggest a $5 donation at the door, which will support the Park High School Jazz Program. With only 60 seats available, this intimate venue creates a close-knit atmosphere, allowing you to truly connect with the music and fellow attendees. We look forward to seeing you there!
Blue Slipper Theatre
113 East Callender Street Livingston, MT
(406) 222-7720
Wednesday, July 5th & 12th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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THURSDAY EVENING AT THIRSTY STREET BREWING CO. IN BILLINGS
Downtown Billings’ summer concert series Alive After 5 is back again! The Soul Funk Collective will be playing this Thursday, July 5th next to Thirsty Street Brewing Co. The Soul Funk Collective is a dynamic Billings-based group of professional musicians who enjoy playing sweet, funky soul music.
Admission for Alive After 5 remains free for the public, however, 21 and older individuals wishing to consume alcohol must purchase a $2 wristband at one of the Purple tents. For more information, please visit Downtown Billings website.
Alive After Five – next to Thirsty Street Co.
2123 1st Ave. N. Billings, MT
(406) 534-6332
Thursday, July 6th 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE OLD POST IN MISSOULA
Missoula’s most beloved pub The Old Post have live jazz on every Thursday by local musicians. This week Chuck Florence on saxophone, David Horgan on guitar, and Beth Lo on bass will be performing! If you are around Missoula this Thursday, drop by The Old Post to enjoy the live music with American Bistro pub food and some drinks!
The Old Post
103 W Spruce St. Missoula, MT
(406) 540-4433
Thursday, July 6th 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
Erik Olson & Alex Nauman Present: Jazz Jam Session EVERY Thursday at Craft Local. That’s right, EVERY Thursday! As usual, 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
(406) 702-1458
Thursday, July 6th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN
There is a slight change of the band member. Drummer Chris Naro will join Bob Bowman and Alex Nauman!
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Friday Jazz at Red Tractor Pizza! This Friday, July 7th, The Man Cubed: Bowman / Stillman / Nauman will be making fantastic sounds! Bob Bowman on bass, Loren Stillman on saxophone, and Alex Nauman on guitar. Please come down and enjoy your Friday night with live music and of course delicious pizza and beer/wine!
* Friday night at RTP is busy. If you are coming with a group, reservations are recommended.
Red Tractor Pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 359-1999
Friday, July 7th 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT TEN AT THE NORTHERN IN BILLINGS
Live music with vocalist Elana Hayden, Eric Hagmann (piano) & Erik Gothberg (bass) at TEN in the Northern Hotel. Enjoy songs from Hoagy Carmichael to Patsy Cline, Ben E. King to Carole King, Etta James to Norah Jones, and John Prine to Elvis Presley.
TEN at The Northern
19 N Broadway, Billings, MT
(406) 867-6774
Friday, July 7th 8:0 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
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SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE DUSTY BOWL IN BASIN
Cynthia is back in Montana again, composing and beholding nature. Some of her new music, and some of the huge repertoire of Montana-inspired music she has written over the years. With special guests MJ Williams and Eric Moe. At the Basin Gallery in their new performance space, The Dusty Bowl. Come early and see the opening of Nan Parson’s show at the Montana Artists Refuge Gallery (5-7pm)
The Dusty Bowl (old Basin Creek Pottery)
82 Basin St, Basin, MT
(406) 225-3218
Saturday, July 8th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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SATURDAY NIGHT AT ONE LEGGED MAGPIE IN RED LODGE
Join Montana Ave. Jazz Exchange at One Legged Magpie in Red Lodge this Saturday!
An evening of Jazz Standards with Marie Smith on vocals, Scott Jeppesen on saxophone, Joseph Sullivan on piano, Erik Gothberg on bass, and Roxanne Jeppesen on drums!
Limited tickets. Get your tickets soon! Available online at: www.oneleggedmagpie.com
One Legged Magpie
17-19 Broadway Ave N. Red Lodge, MT
(406)445-3322
Saturday, July 8th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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SUNDAY NIGHT AT THE EAGLES IN BOZEMAN
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 Sundays. No cover charge but there will be a tip jar so be generous.
Bozeman Eagles Club & Ballroom
316 E Main St Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 587-9996
Sunday, July 9th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
FOR YOUR LISTENING PLEASURE
From Bob Bowman!
Do yourself a favor and check this out especially if you are a fan of Brazilian music.
Toninho is great guitarist and sings like an angel. He and Pat Metheny have done some collaborations.
It’s so beautiful and fun that it could even calm Putin down.
Here is Toninho Horta Live – Aqui, Oh! on YouTube
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