It’s the shoulder season for many businesses in Montana, so jazz events are slow right now. However, winter is just around the corner! I’m looking forward to seeing both the regular venues and new places hosting jazz bands soon.
Bob is healing well. Despite a few reckless actions, his head is still attached to his neck! I truly appreciate all of your kind thoughts and support for his recovery! My birthday is on October 27, and I plan to have a laid-back and quiet day.
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* Details of these concerts can be changed due to artists/venues’ circumstances.
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 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 23rd, 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 24th, 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! The Jazz Jam will be hosted by Raphael Lopez and Sam Woodis. 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 24th, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Magic City Jazz Jam FB page
THURSDAY NIGHT AT TUNE UP BAR IN BOZEMAN
Come and join FunkyMoto, a new Funk/Jazz band, at Tune Up this Thursday!
Tune Up Bar (Kimpton Armory Hotel)
24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 551-7702
Thursday, October 24th, 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT YELLOWSTONE CELLARS & WINERY IN BILLINGS
John Roberts & Soul Skillet perform original and classic soul-jazz and blues tunes. Channeling Sam Cooke, Bobby Womack, Taj Mahal, Howard Tate and more. John pulls from years of national and international touring with known and respected artists to bring this ensemble and sound to the Big Sky.
John Roberts on keys & vocals, Gavin Russell on guitar, Erik Gothberg on bass, and Matt Devitt on drums.
Yellowstone Cellars & Winery
1335 Holiday Cir, Billings, MT
(406) 281-8400
Friday, October 25th, 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Facebook event page
SATURDAY NIGHT AT WILD GINGER IN BILLINGS
If you are around Billings this Saturday, please come down to Wild Ginger and join Scott Jeppesen Quartet! Scott Jeppesen on saxophone, Raphael Lopez on guitar, Craig Hall on bass, and Roxanne Jeppesen on drums. Enjoy their beautiful sounds with Asian fusion with hand crafted cocktail!
Wild Ginger
2713 Montana Ave, Billings, MT
(406) 252-4486
Saturday, October 26th, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE MURRAY BAR IN LIVINGSTON
Great news for BoZambique fans! They will be playing at The Murray Bar in Livingston this Saturday night from 9:00 p.m. to midnight! Please come and join them and enjoy their Afro-Pop-inspired rhythm and blues!
The Murray Bar
201 W Park St, Livingston, MT
(406) 222-9463
Saturday, October 26th, 9:00 p.m. – Midnight
Facebook event page
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 27th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Facebook event page
SUNDAY NIGHT AT WALKERS IN BILLINGS
J5 and the Montes is your meal ticket to a fun evening out.
The group features a line-up of Parker Brown on bass, Bill Honaker on drums, Alex Nauman on guitar, and Jessica Fiveland on vocals. The evening will kick off with a curated set of jazz, then crescendo into an eclectic and upbeat set of funk, pop, rock, and R&B. The band’s infectious energy is renowned for getting folks movin’ and groovin’ in their seats. And, as always, there is no cover!
Walkers Grill
2700 1st Ave N Billings, MT
(406) 245-9291
Sunday, October 27th, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Facebook event page
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
WED, NOV 6TH AT LAST BEST COMEDY IN BOZEMAN
From Alex Platt!
Hello all you Bozeman jazz fans!I’m super thrilled to be playing with this group again! FazzJunque features the astounding Ben Klein on flute, the dulcet tones of Michael Testagrossa on guitar, the rich sound of Isaac Winemiller on bass, and this guy who hits things with sticks. (Oh yeah, that’s me.) As the name implies, we get good and funky with our jazz!This group is a blast, and we are honored to be performing for another Bits & Beats evening at LBC, playing alongside some tremendous stand-up comedians, and of course our awesome host Nick Banish! The show is at Last Best Comedy, 321 E. Main (alley entrance), November 6th at 7:00 PM. These shows pack in quite a crowd, so it’s best to purchase your tickets early!
Tickets are $24 online or $30 at the door. Reserved Table for $65 which includes 2 seats.
Tickets are available at: https://www.tickettailor.com/
Last Best Comedy
Alley Entrance, 321 E Main St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 219-3933
Wednesday, November 6th, 7:00 p.m.
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