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If you are around in Bozeman this Friday, Bob Nell and Alex Nauman are having Double Birthday Bash at Red Tractor Pizza with Mike Carey on bass, Adam Greenberg on drums, and special guest Craig Hall on guitar! Please join Bob and Alex to celebrate their birthday eve!
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* 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, 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, March 4th, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
TUESDAY NIGHT 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: Elana Hayden on vocals, Joe Sullivan on keyboard/vocals, Scott Jeppesen on saxophone, Mike Leslie on bass, and Lloyd Marsh on drums!
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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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 – Raphael Lopez on guitar, Robin Martinez on bass, Lloyd Marsh on drums, and featured musician Thomas Burke 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, March 5th, 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 Chuck Florence on tenor saxophone, David Horgan on guitar, and Beth Lo on bass. 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, March 6th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
** UPDATED!
Come and join Jazz Jam at Craft Local Every Thursday! The Jazz Jam will be hosted by Sam Woodis on keyboard/sax, Raphael Lopez on bass, Sam Layton on drums, with featured musician Tyler Hancoop 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, March 6th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE WINE CELLAR IN BUTTE
The Duo from Platinum Street Jazz will be playing at The Wine Cellar in Butte this Thursday! Mark Hayden on Guitar and Andrew McFarland on bass. They play “golden oldies, jazz standards, show tunes, top hits, and deep cuts from the ‘30s to the ’70s”. If you are around Butte, join them, enjoy their music with a glass of wine, beer, and sake the cellar offers!
The Wine Cellar
219 W Park St, Butte, MT
(406) 299-2847
Thursday, March 6th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN
From Bob Nell!
We are celebrating those of us with March 8th birthdays (Alex+Bob).
Non-boxing fans, Google this date to learn the significance.
We will be exploring classic jazz repertoire and originals. Please join us on our musical journey and support live music.
NO COVER. Great food and drinks, family atmosphere.
Bob Nell Quartet: Bob Nell on piano, Alex Nauman on guitar, Mike Carey on bass, Adam Greenberg on drums, and special guest Craig Hall on guitar.
Red Tractor Pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 359-1999
Friday, March 7th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT MONTANA’S LOUNGE IN BILLINGS
From Elana Hayden!
Live music with Elana Hayden & Joe Sullivan at Montana’s Lounge. Cool venue, great menu!
Montana’s Lounge (DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel)
27 N 27th St, Billings, MT
(406) 252-7400
Friday, March 7th, 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
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SATURDAY EVENING AT YELLOWSTONE ART MUSEUM IN BILLINGS
57th Annual Yellowstone Art Auction Gala!
The Live Auction Gala will conclude the YAM’s signature fundraiser with final in-person bids placed on Silent and Live Auction works for ticket holders. Tickets and table reservations can be purchased at various levels on YAM’s website or by calling the front desk. Seating is limited.
Elana Hayden Quartet will perform for the cocktail hour (5-7PM) on the main floor! Elana Hayden on vocals, Scott Jeppesen on saxophone, Joe Sullivan on keyboard, and Andrey Gonçalves on bass.
Yellowstone Art Museum
401 North 27th Street, Billings, MT
(406) 256-6804
Saturday, March 8th, 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Tickets and the details: https://www.artmuseum.org/engage/yellowstone-art-auction/
SATURDAY NIGHT AT CENTRAL MONTANA JAZZ NIGHT IN LEWISTOWN
Central Montana Jazz Night with John Roberts y Pan Blanco
From Stone City!
John Roberts Y Pan Blanco Returns for Jazz Night 2025! 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!
John Roberts y Pan Blanco: John Roberts, Sam White, Merle Roberts, Matt Devitt, Cody Hollow, and Raphael Lopez.
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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SATURDAY NIGHT 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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SUNDAY NIGHT AT EAGLES IN BOZEMAN
Sunday night big band fun! Please join the Bridger Mountain Big Band at Bozeman Eagles Club!
The Bridger Mountain Big Band or small combo performs at The Eagles on every other 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, March 9th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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