I enjoyed photos of the solar eclipse on social media. Quite a spectacular phenomenon!!
Bob will play at Red Tractor Pizza this Friday with Chris Naro and Kellan Moore. Then we will hit the road to Kansas City for a month!
If you are around Billings, there will be jazz concerts by MSU-B students this week, so don’t miss to see Montana’s young talents!
* 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 EVENING AT CARABINER LOUNGE AT THE SUMMIT HOTEL IN BIG SKY
Carabiner Lounge at the Summit Hotel has live music on Tuesdays for the season, 3-5PM. Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie T on bass, and Chris Naro on drums! Probably this is not a place to just stop by, but if you know anyone staying or living close by at the hotel, please tell them to come and enjoy the music with the spectacular view of Lone Peak in the cozy hotel lobby.
Carabiner Lounge
60 Big Sky Resort Rd (Summit Hotel), Big Sky, MT
(406) 995-8078
Tuesday, April 9th 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
TUESDAY NIGHT AT VALHALLA MEADERY IN BOZEMAN
The Valhalla Meadery Django Jazz Jam on Tuesday, April 9th is ON! Newcomers, listeners and dancers welcome. The jam lasts from 6:15-8:30 pm.
Valhalla Meadery
875 Bridger Drive Unit B Bozeman, MT
(406) 577-2383
Tuesday, April 9th 6:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
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TUESDAY NIGHT AT DRAUGHT WORKS BREWERY IN MISSOULA
Get ready to unwind and enjoy the soulful sounds of jazz EVERY Tuesday night during Tuesday Jazz Series by Draught Works Brewery! This week Naomi Moon Siegel MSO Quartet will be making fantastic sounds! The quartet features Naomi Moon Siegel, Lhanna Writesel, Tommy Sciple, and Ed Stalling. Please Join the band for a night of beautiful music, craft beer, and the brewery’s warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, MT
(406) 541-1592
Tuesday, April 9th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY EVENING AT CARVERSS BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE IN BILLINGS
From Elana Hayden!
Join the Elana Hayden Trio for LIVE MUSIC and a delicious meal at the fabulous Carverss Brazilian Steakhouse! Enjoy familiar songs that span the decades while dining on authentic Brazilian cuisine! Featuring Elana Hayden on vocals, Jeff Troxel on guitar, and Mike Leslie on bass.
Carverss Brazilian Steakhouse
1390 S 24th St W, Billings, MT
(406) 200-7910
Wednesday, April 10th 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT LEVITY IN BILLINGS
Every Wednesday, Levity features Jazz Jam starting at 7:00 p.m. It’s a Jam Session with local jazz musicians. This week, featured musician Marian Booth Green and the house band – Joe Sullivan, Lloyd Marsh, and Robin Martinez will be hosting the jam session! There are always familiar faces, but it’s open to anyone that can play. All you need is raw talent and your instrument!
Levity Bar and Bistro
1027 Shiloh Crossing Blvd Suite 8, Billings, MT
(406) 651-5985
Wednesday, April 10th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT MSU-BILLINGS CISEL HALL
On April 10th at 7:00 PM, Montana State University Billings Piano Performance and Commercial Music major Jayden Ostler will present his Senior Recital in Cisel Recital Hall. This recital will feature a diverse selection of musical styles including classical, gospel, and jazz. He is an active performer at Montana State University Billings as well as in the Billings community.
The recital is free and open to the public.
For more information, please visit Facebook event page.
MUS Billings Cisel Recital Hall
1500 University Dr, Billings, MT
Music Department Office (406)657-2350
Wednesday, April 10th 7:00 p.m.-
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT TUNE UP BAR IN BOZEMAN
Jazz Night at Tune Up Bar in Kimpton Armory Hotel hosted by Eddie T! This week, Alex Robilotta on guitar, David Charles on keyboard, Chris Naro on drums, and of course Eddie T. on bass will be making fantastic sounds! Come down to the cozy bar lounge and enjoy their fantastic sounds! 8PM to 10PM. No cover. Now they serve food too!
Tune Up Bar (Kimpton Armory Hotel)
24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 551-7702
Wednesday, April 10th 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 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 tenor 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, April 11th 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE ELLEN THEATRE IN BOZEMAN
Grammy nominated artist Cyrille Aimée will perform at The Ellen Theatre this Thursday. In the beginning of her career, Cyrille won the Montreux Jazz Festival Competition in 2007, was a finalist in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition in 2010, and won the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition in 2012. Since then she’s been busy touring and recording. Please visit cyrillemusic.com to learn about Cyrille and her music, and visit The Ellen’s website for tickets!
The Ellen Theatre
17 West Main Street. Bozeman, MT
(406) 585-5885
Thursday, April 11th. 7:30 p.m.-
THURSDAY NIGHT AT MSU-BILLINGS CISEL HALL
On Thursday, April 11th, in Cisel Recital Hall, the MSU Billings Jazz Orchestra will present its spring concert.
The event will feature The Incredibles, Maria Schneider, Stan Kenton, Steve Spiegl, Eric Richards, Funk, Samba and more!
Guest artists include Gary Fukushima on piano and Cora Brink on vocals.
The concert opener will be the Laurel High School Jazz Combo.
Admission is $5, or free with MSU Billings ID.
MUS Billings Cisel Recital Hall
1500 University Dr, Billings, MT
Music Department Office (406)657-2350
Thursday, April 11th 7:00 p.m.-
Tickets: $5 (Free with valid student ID)
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THURSDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
Jazz Jam at Craft Local Every Thursday 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. hosted by Raphael Lopez and Sam Woodis! Featured musician of this week is Joe Sullivan on piano!
House Band: Mark McGibbony – Drums, Raphael Lopez – Bass, Sam Woodis – Saxophone, Joe Sullivan on piano (The house band will play a short set and after that, the open jam will begin!!!)
Bring an instrument! Sign up to play a tune! Buy a drink! Tip the band & bar! Make some friends! Support OUR local community!!
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT
(406) 702-1458
Thursday, April 11th 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE FILING STATION IN BOZEMAN
Blaise Arsenault, Ben Klein, Doug Wales and Loren Block bring Afro-pop, Cuban and Latin tunes to life at the Filling Station with Accidental Astronauts!
Cover : $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
Tickets are available at https://fillertickets.com/
The Filling Station
2005 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman, MT
(406) 587-0585
Thursday, April 11th 8:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. (Doors 7:00 p.m.)
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN
Friday Jazz at Red Tractor Pizza! This week bassist Bob Bowman, drummer Chris Naro, and pianist Kellan Moore will be making fantastic sounds! Please come down and enjoy your Friday night with live music and of course delicious pizza and beer/wine!
Red Tractor Pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 359-1999
Friday, April 12th 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
Come and enjoy MSU Billings Blues Concert at Craft Local this Friday 7-9PM!!
MSU Billings Presents:
Gavin Russell – Alternative and Modern Soul
Blue in the Face – Blues Band
Juan Diego Charlet-Pons – Spanish guitar
Indigo Mug – Blues Band
Admission $5 (free with MSU Billings ID).
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT
(406) 702-1458
Friday, April 12th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE WHITNEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS IN SHERIDAN, WY
Scott Jeppesen shared that he will be performing at this concert!
The Arts at Sheridan College presents a special performance of “¡Celebratiόn Latina!” from the Whitney Center Jazz Orchestra on Sat, April 13 in Kinnison Hall at the Whitney Center for the Arts.
This 19-member jazz ensemble is comprised of professional jazz musicians from around the region, including faculty members from the University of Wyoming, Montana State University, MSU-Billings, Northwest College, Casper College, and Sheridan College.
Tickets are $25 for adults; $15 for seniors/veterans; and $10 for students (K-12, non-SC).
For more information, please visit Facebook event page.
Whitney Center for the Arts
1 Whitney Way, Sheridan, WY
(307) 675-0360
Saturday, April 13th 7:00 p.m. –
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SATURDAY NIGHT AT ONE LEGGED MAGPIE IN RED LODGE
The Hanger Band Dance Party at One Legged Magpie in Red Lodge!
From Hanger Big Band!
Come dance and listen to the Big Band music of the 19 piece Hangar Band! Experience the majesty of a truly live musical experience.
Tickets $5. Available via https://www.tickettailor.com/events/oneleggedmagpie
One Legged Magpie
19 Broadway Ave N, Red Lodge, MT
(406)445-3322
Saturday, April 13th 7:00 pm. – 9:00 p.m.
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SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT VAN DYKE PARK IN RED LODGE
Stargazers and music lovers! Please join the dedication and ribbon-cutting for the Whistler Observatory this Sunday at Van Dyke Park.
The Elana Hayden Quartet – Elana Hayden on vocals, Mike Leslie on bass, Eric Hagmann on piano – will play music from a repertoire of starry night songs, and there will be a great line-up of speakers! (ceremony 12:00 to ~12:45 pm)
For more information, please visit Facebook event page.
Van Dyke Park
Van Dyke Park Red Lodge, MT
Sunday, April 14th 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
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SUNDAY NIGHT AT THE EAGLES IN BOZEMAN
Sunday night big band fun! Please join The WD40’s Big Band at Bozeman Eagles Club!
The WD40’s perform at The Eagles every other Sunday. No cover. Dancers are welcome!
Bozeman Eagles Club & Ballroom
316 E Main St Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 587-9996
Sunday, April 14th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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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 Krieger on violin, Alex Nauman on guitar, David Banuelos on guitar, Mike Leslie on bass, Erik Olson on accordion 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
(406) 245-9291
Sunday, April 14th 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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