March 20th marked the first day of spring, though we all know that true spring won’t arrive until June in Montana! A good amount of snow still lingers around Hebgen Lake!
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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 25th, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ZACC IN MISSOULA
From ZACC!
So, ya wanna dance? Swing dancing is at it’s best with Missoula’s own jazz vocalist Edie Smith and the Starlighter’s Swing Band! They present material ranging from original arrangements of the Big Band era to the contemporary sounds of modern jive. This seven piece combo will have you stompin’ with joy! Tickets: $10 // $15-$20 Artist Supporter Ticket
Zootown Arts Community Center / ZACC
216 W. Main St. Missoula, MT
(406) 549-7555
Wednesday, March 26th, 7:30 p.m. (Doors 7:00 p.m.)
Tickets and more info: https://showroom.zootownarts.org/event/starlighters-swing-band/zootown-arts-community-center/missoula-montana/
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, Lloyd Marsh on drums, and featured musician Tyler Honcoop on trumpet 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 26th, 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 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 Sam Woodis on keyboard, Erik Gothberg on bass, Luke Kestner on drums, and featured musician Scott Jeppesen on saxophone! 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 27th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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FRIDAY EVENING AT THE WILSON HOTEL IN BIG SKY
Jazz at The Wilson Hotel in Big Sky!! Come join BOWDOG JAZZ DUO: Bob Bowman on bass & Cheyenne John-Henderson on piano at the hotel’s cozy lobby on Friday, March 28th, 5-7 PM!
Save the date and come down to The Wilson Hotel to experience their music, and don’t miss the Happy Hour at the hotel bar, too!
The Wilson Hotel
145 Town Center Ave, Big Sky, MT
(406) 995-9000
Friday, March 28th, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT COVELLITE THEATRE AND UPTOWN LOUNGE IN BUTTE
PLATINUM STREET JAZZ & DANCE LESSON
Come on up to the Covellite Lounge for a monthly dance class sample with A to Z Dance, followed by live music from Butte’s long-running jazz dance band Platinum Street Jazz! Free admission – Donate online or at the class!
Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge
215 W Broadway St, Butte, MT
(406) 333-1658
Friday, March 28th, 30mins dance lesson: 7:00 p.m. / Music: 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT MONTANA’S LOUNGE IN BILLINGS
From Elana Hayden!
Live music featuring Elana Hayden and Joe Sullivan at Montana’s Lounge in the DoubleTree Hotel. Enjoy a mix of jazz, blues, country, and more! Cool venue, great menu!
Montana’s Lounge (DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel)
27 N 27th St, Billings, MT
(406) 252-7400
Friday, March 28th, 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT TUNE UP BAR IN BOZEMAN
From John Roberts!
Bozeman folk et al, hitting at the Tune Up with Soul Skillet on Friday, March 28. Matthew Devitt on drums, John Roberts on organ/vocals, Sam White on saxophone, Gavin Russell on guitar, Erik Gothberg on bass. Original and classic soul jazz.
Tune Up Bar (Kimpton Armory Hotel)
24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 551-7702
Friday, March 28th, 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
SATURDAY NIGHT AT ZACC IN MISSOULA
From ZACC!
ZEST: A one-night festival to benefit the Zootown Arts Community Center on Saturday, March 29, ZEST showcases the annual MINI SHOW ART AUCTION – and tickets are on sale now!
Hosted by Chris Fairbanks with co-host Sunah Bilsted. An INCREDIBLE lineup featuring: Deaf Charlie (with Jeff Ament & John Wicks), John Roberts Y Pan Blanco, Ballet Beyond Borders, Special FX, Special Appearances by Stars of MCT, Thomas McClure. After-Hours Dance Party with DJ Auntie E! Featured Artist Louis Still Smoking will be creating art on-site!
Every ticket fuels our mission and makes the ZACC Show Room, Galleries, Artist Residencies and Art & Music Education Programming possible for everyone to enjoy all year long!
General admission: $130.
Zootown Arts Community Center / ZACC
216 W. Main St. Missoula, MT
(406) 549-7555
Saturday, March 29th, 5:30 p.m. (Doors 5:00 p.m.)
Tickets and more info: https://www.zootownarts.org/shows-events/annual-events/zest.html
MAR 29TH, 30TH, 31TH, & APR 5TH
CAROLINE DAVIS AND MICHELLE BOULÉ – An immersive night of improvisation, saxophone, electronics, and dance.
Award-winning artists Caroline Davis (NYC) and Michelle Boulé (MT) unite for an evening of immersive improvisation. Blending music (saxophone and voice), movement, and electronics, they create a dynamic performance that pushes artistic boundaries and invites audiences into a mesmerizing world of sound and motion.
Mar 29 at Art House (Billings)
Mar 30 at Carpentars Union Hall (Butte)
Mar 31 at The Art Mine (Basin)
Apr 05 at Westside Theatre (Missoula) with Naomi Moon Siegel
- Sat, Mar 29 – Art House Cinema & Pub (109 N 30th St, Billings) 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $20 - Sun, Mar 30 – Carpenters Union Hall (156 W Granite St, Butte) Doors 4:30 p.m. Show 5:00 p.m.
Tickets or donations may apply - Mon, Mar 31 – The Art Mine (The old OT mill in Basin. On Cataract Creek RD, look for the signs) Doors 6:30 p.m. Show 7:00 p.m. / Suggested donation: $20 / Reservations (406) 422 – 3690
- Sat, Apr 05 – Westside Theatre (1200 Shakespeare St, Ste 2, Missoula) 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Tickets: $18 (senior $15)
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, March 30th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
FRI, APR 4TH NIGHT AT LAST BEST COMEDY IN BOZEMAN
Come and join this very special Bits & Beats (stand-up & jazz) with headliner Nick Vatterott (Conan, Late Night w/ Jimmy Fallon) accompanied by the jazz trio of Alex Platt, Kellan Moore & Isaac Winemiller!
“Our band for the evening will be myself, Kellan Moore on keys, and Isaac Winemiller on bass! Kellan and Isaac are some of my favorite people to play music with. If you haven’t heard this trio yet, I highly encourage you to check it out. (Heck, I could let them play the whole thing as a duo and it would be amazing!)” ~ Alex Platt
Tickets: $24 ($30 at the door) / 18+
Tickets and the details: https://www.lastbestcomedy.com/events/bits-beats-stand-up-jazz-w-nick-vatterott
Last Best Comedy
321 E Main, Alley Entrance, Bozeman, MT
(406) 219-3393
Friday, April 4th, 7:00 p.m. (doors 6:30 p.m.)
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FRI, APR 4TH NIGHT AT THE ATTIC IN LIVINGSTON
Join FunkyMoto at The Attic in Livingston on April 4th! This all-instrumental band specializes in modern funky jazz fusion. The member include: Bill Hyland on guitar, Jay Khule on drums, Harlow Punderson on keys, Mike Helland on saxophone, Gunter Roylance on trombone, Marvin Lansverk on trumpet, and John Campbell on bass. Don’t miss out on a fantastic night of music! Tickets $10.
The Attic
110 N Main St, 2nd Floor, Livingston
(406) 222-0665
Friday, April 4th, 8:00 p.m. – (Door 7:00 p.m.)
https://www.theatticmontana.com/
TUE, APR 29TH AT PARK HIGH SCHOOL IN LIVINGSTON
Join us at Park High School Gymnasium to see The Jazz Ambassadors of The U.S. Army Field Band in a FREE CONCERT. The Jazz Ambassadors is the official touring big band of the United States Army. Formed in 1969, this 19-member ensemble has received great acclaim at home and abroad performing America’s greatest original art form, jazz.
Reserve tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-jazz-ambassadors-of-the-us-army-field-band-free-concert-tickets-1254860895719
Park High School
102 View Vista Drive Livingston, MT
Tuesday, April 29th, 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
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