I truly appreciate all the heartfelt messages you’ve sent regarding the loss of Bob’s sister, Carla.
Music has brought me connections with wonderful people!
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, 4-6PM. Alex Robilotta on guitar and Eddie T. on bass! 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, February 25th, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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 on keyboard, Robin Martinez on bass, Sam Layton on drums, and featured musician Sam Woodis on saxophone 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, February 26th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
THURSDAY AFTERNOON AT MISSION RIDGE IN BILLINGS
Please come down to Mission Ridge this Thursday afternoon! This wonderful trio, John Roberts on keyboard, Trevor Krieger on violin, and Erik Gothberg on bass, will play from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.! The concert is open to the public!
Mission Ridge
3840 Rimrock Road, Billings, MT
(406) 655-5200
Thursday, February 27th, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 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 Chuck Florence on tenor saxophone, Tommy Sipple on bass, and Conner Racicot on piano. 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, February 27th, 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 Joe Sullivan on keyboard, Erik Gothberg on bass, and Sam Layton on drums with featured musician Mark Fenderson on trumpet! 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, February 27th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
FRIDAY EVENING AT THE WILSON HOTEL IN BIG SKY
Alex Robilotta Trio at The Wilson Hotel in Big Sky! Alex Robilotta on guitar, Adam Greenberg on drums, and Michael Steele on bass will be playing in a cozy hotel lobby of The Wilson Hotel on Friday, February 28th, 5-7 PM. Please join them and enjoy their beautiful sounds with a wonderful view and drinks!
The Wilson Hotel
145 Town Center Ave, Big Sky, MT
(406) 995-9000
Friday, February 26th, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY EVENING AT SAFFRON IN BUTTE
The Duo from Platinum Street Jazz will be playing at Saffron – Mediterranean Restaurant in Butte this Friday! Mark Hayden on Guitar and Andrew McFarland on bass. Enjoy exquisite dining and soft jazz in the delightful acoustics of the restaurant/bar.
Saffron. Mediterranean Restaurant & Catering
217 W Park St, Butte, MT
(406) 299-2600
Friday, February 28th, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT HOLTER MUSEUM OF ART IN HELENA
From Holter Museum of Art!
Jazz and Just Desserts! Join Wilbur Rehmann Quintet with vocalist MJ Williams and up-and-coming young Jazz Musicians for a fun night of JAZZ, DESSERTS, WINE, and TRAVEL!
Tickets are $30 (includes one entry into the raffle for a 3 night trip to New Orleans for 2)
Raffle Tickets are $20/each and 3 for $50
For more information and tickets: https://holtermuseum.org/events/jazz-and-just-desserts/
Holter Museum of Art
12 E Lawrence St, Helena, MT
(406) 442-6400
Friday, February 28th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
Rhythm and Vibe is bringing the sounds of R&B, soul, and Motown to Craft Local this Friday, February 28th! This up-and-coming band is full of incredible local talent! Nights with You will join them! $5 at the door.
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT
(406) 702-1458
Friday, February 28th, 7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT MONTANA’S LOUNGE IN BILLINGS
From Elana Hayden!
Live music with the Hayden Trio, featuring Elana Hayden on vocals, Jeff Troxel on guitar, and Mike Leslie on bass. Cool venue, nice menu!
Montana’s Lounge (DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel)
27 N 27th St, Billings, MT
(406) 252-7400
Friday, February 28th, 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
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SATURDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT B&B IN BILLINGS
From Elana Hayden!
LIVE MUSIC at Craft B&B! Join the
Hayden Trio feat. Elana Hayden on vocals, Joe Sullivan on piano/vocals, and Erik Gothberg on bass. Great food, amazing cocktails, cool vibe!
Craft B&B
2658 Grand Ave, Billings, MT
(406) 702-1039
Saturday, March 1st, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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SATURDAY NIGHT AT THIRSTY STREET BREWING CO. IN BILLINGS
From Thirsty Street Brewing Co!
Raisin Debt is a funky jazz collaboration of MSU Billings and Bozeman music grads. Featuring Drew McDowell on vocals/guitar and Konner Stiles on saxophone from Arterial Drive along with the rhythm section from MSU’s jazz combo:
Billings local pianist Kellan Moore, Jaden Hopkins on Bass, and Carason Putnam on drums. They focus on Jazz/funk original tunes.
Thirsty Street Brewing Co.
2123 1st Ave. N., Billings, MT
(406) 534-6332
Saturday, March 1st, 7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
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SUNDAY NIGHT AT DRAUGHT WORKS IN MISSOULA
From Marie Smith!
Eastern MT and Western MT jazz cats come together to bring on the best of jazz standards featuring swing, ballads, and bossa nova! Join us for this cool connection!
Marie Smith | vocals; Scott Jeppesen | sax, clarinet, flute; Owen Ross | guitar; Aidan Robinson | sax; Roxanne Jeppesen | drums; and Owen Cleary | bass.
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, MT
(406) 541-1592
Sunday, March 2nd, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 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! This week, Adam Greenberg will join the band!
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, March 2nd, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
TUE, MAR 4TH AT ONE LEGGED MAGPIE IN RED LODGE
Experience the flavors, elegance, and revelry of New Orleans! An unforgettable Mardi Gras celebration at the One Legged Magpie. Featuring live music with Elana Hayden and the Sugar Daddies!
The special 4-course dinner was curated by Chef Charles Vincent, hailing from New Orleans. $75 per person.
One Legged Magpie
19 Broadway Ave N, Red Lodge, MT
(406)445-3322
Tuesday, March 4th, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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SAT, MAR 8TH AT CENTRAL MONTANA JAZZ NIGHT IN LEWISTOWN
Central Montana Jazz Night with John Roberts y Pan Blanco
From Stone City!
Join us for an extraordinary evening of music, culture, and culinary delights, all in support of Central Montana’s own non-profit, Make It Happen Montana. This is a night you won’t want to miss!
Your $80 ticket includes Randy & Henry Berry’s famous Taco Bar dinner and an evening of unforgettable music. Tickets are general admission, with non-reserved seating on a first-come, first-served basis. 16+ only.
* There will be Latin dance lesson on the same day, separated from the concert.
For the detail and tickets, please visit https://www.stonecitymt.com/events/
The Eagles Club Ballroom
124 W Main Street, Lewistown, MT
Saturday, March 8th
Doors Open: 6:00 PM / Dinner Begins: 6:30 PM / Music Starts: 8:00 PM
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SAT, MAR 8TH AT FRONT STREET STATION IN BUTTE
From Platinum Street Jazz!
Join the masquerade in support of Safe Space (http://www.safespaceonline.org/) in Butte on March 8th, 2025, from 4-9 PM. Bring your own mask or request one at the door!
Your ticket covers Dinner and Live Music and Dancing with Platinum Street Jazz, and there will be other opportunities during the night to support Safe Space through Silent and Live Auctions.
Tickets: $27.50 – $37.50 at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/revealing-the-mask-of-silence-tickets-1215692040619
Front Street Station
800 East Front Street Butte, MT
Saturday, March 8th, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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BigSkyJazz.net and news letter Jazz this week are non-profit. I am doing this to be a little help for jazz community around Bozeman while I work as a website/graphic designer.
If you feel like helping me with a little reward please donate from “Buy me a glass of wine page“. It is much appreciated!!!