As some of you know, Bob had a fall while he was hiking and injured his head and neck severely on Wednesday morning. He was airlifted to the medical center in Idaho Falls. They stitched up the big gash on his head and performed x-rays, an MRI, and other tests to check his condition and found some of the bones of his neck broke and needed treatment. The surgery was scheduled for Thursday and it went well! Bob will undergo inpatient physical therapy and wear a neck brace for about 3 months.
We were planning a music trip to Kansas City this month, but unfortunately, it had to be canceled. Our musician friends, as well as music venues and a jazz workshop, offered support to help cover Bob’s lost income from the canceled trip and future gigs. There is a GoFundMe page set up by Bob’s old friend, Brad Gregory. We can’t thank you enough for your love and support.
* Musician friends, if you would like to add your message, ongoing projects like new albums, etc. on BigSkyJazz.net please contact me!
* Details of these concerts can be changed due to artists/venues’ circumstances.
MONDAY NIGHT AT ENGINE ROOM PIZZA IN LIVINGSTON
Monday Jazz Jam, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM at Engine Room Pizza in Livingston hosted by Garrett Stannard! Drums, Piano, Bass Amp, and Guitar Amp provided. “For Listeners AND Players! Call any tune or let’s just vamp a J Dilla beat, Montuno, or go Modal.” ~ Garrett.
Engine Room Deep Dish Pizza
113 W Park Street, Livingston, MT
(406) 595-8202
Monday, October 7th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ZACC IN MISSOULA

Loren Stillman & Haymaker at ZACC!
Loren Stillman on saxophone & songs, Tommy Sciple on bass, and John Wicks on drums.
“One of the greatest challenges in music is making complexity feel natural and effortless. Saxophonist Loren Stillman continues to push his compositional boundaries, creating free-flowing pieces that draw from the past 60 years of American jazz—embracing its wide range of styles and temperaments: soft and loud, fast and slow, in tempo and out, free and composed, cluttered and sparse, swinging and non-swinging. His compositions challenge musicians to navigate these intricate musical landscapes while driving the music forward. To bring this vision to life, Stillman partners with collaborators, bassist Tommy Sciple and drummer John Wicks, performing a dynamic repertoire of new works.”
Zootown Arts Community Center
216 W. Main St. Missoula, MT
(406) 549-7555
Wednesday, October 9th, 7:30 p.m. (Door 7:00 p.m.)
$12 Advance // $15 Day of Show (https://www.zootownarts.org/)
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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 the house band – Joe Sullivan, Lloyd Marsh, Robin Martinez, and featured musician Mark Fenderson will be hosting the jam session! There are always familiar faces, but it’s open to anyone who 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, October 9th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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, October 10th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS

Come and join Jazz Jam at Craft Local Every Thursday, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.! The Jazz Jam will be hosted by the house band – John Roberts on Organ, Matt Devitt on drums, Erik Gothberg on Bass, and Raphael Lopez on guitar. 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!
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT
(406) 702-1458
Thursday, October 10th, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS

JK and the Northern Lights Swing Band at Craft Local
Get here early for Chuck Holland opening at 7pm then put on your dancin’ shoes and get “In the Mood” for too much fun with this high energy swing band featuring Alex Bush, Matt Devitt, Raphael Lopez, John Roberts, Konnor Stiles, Sam Woodis, Shay Robertus, and Jack Klein with additional vocals by the lovely Elana Hayden and a cameo from Amy Schendel! It’s gonna be a swingin’ night!
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT
(406) 702-1458
Friday, October 11th, 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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SATURDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
16-member ensemble Hangar Band returns to Craft Local with their big band sound for a perfect Saturday evening in downtown Billings. Aurora String Quartet opens the show at 7pm. All ages. $7, kids free with an adult.
The Aurora String Quartet, based in Billings, Montana, features Hannah Clough and Lauren Griffin on violin, Paige Driscoll on viola, and Kassidy Conlon on cello.
The Hangar Band, a 19-member ensemble, literally practices in the hangar that houses Art Daniel’s A-36 Bonanza. Their music is snappy, crisp and full-bodied. “Bring your dancing shoes,” Daniel advises to anyone planning to stop by.
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT
(406) 702-1458
Saturday, October 12th, 7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
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SATURDAY NIGHT AT ONE LEGGED MAGPIE IN RED LODGE

From Elana Hayden!
Join Elana Hayden & The Sugar Daddies when they perform LIVE at the cool One-Legged Magpie in beautiful Red Lodge, Montana! Feat. Elana Hayden (vocals), Mike Leslie (bass), Jeff Troxel (guitar), Eric Hagmann (piano) & Zach Paris (drums).
Tickets: $16 available at https://www.oneleggedmagpie.com/
One Legged Magpie
19 Broadway Ave N, Red Lodge, MT
(406)445-3322
Saturday, October 12th, 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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SUNDAY NIGHT AT ART HOUSE BILLINGS
Native New Yorker and vocalist, Elana Hayden returns to the fabulous Art House Cinema & Pub for an intimate night of songs and stories. Don’t miss this special performance where she’ll be joined by some of Montana’s most seasoned musicians, including Mike Leslie (bass), Zach Paris (drums), Joe Sullivan (piano) and Jeff Troxel (guitar). Enjoy music that spans the decades, from Patsy Cline to Hoagy Carmichael, Ben E. King to Carole King, Etta James to Norah Jones, and John Prine to Elvis Presley. Tickets: $25 Advanced, $30 at the door.
For more information and tickets, please visit https://arthousebillings.com/cinema-and-pub/
Art House Billings
109 N 30th St, Billings, MT
(406) 601-1241
Sunday, October 13th, 6:00 p.m.-
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SUNDAY NIGHT AT 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, October 13th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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