I received some exciting news! “Bending Toward the Light… A Jazz Nativity” is back! “After a wildly popular premiere in 2023, Bending Toward the Light… a Jazz Nativity will be performed on December 4th, 7th, and 11th at Hope Lutheran Church. … At each performance, the cast and crew will honor Montana organizations that encourage and support our community to live in the light of inclusion and equity for all.” I will share more details in the next newsletter, but please visit https://www.jazznativity.org/bozeman for the specifics!
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* Details of these concerts can be changed due to artists/venues’ circumstances.
TUESDAY NIGHT AT THE UNION IN HELENA
From Wilbur Rehmann!
THE UNION and Old Salt Coop presents the Wilbur Rehmann Trio with Fred Cobb, keyboard, Todd Silas, acoustic bass and Wilbur on saxophone, performing the best of contemporary and classic jazz & blues. Selections from Swing, Bebop and the Blues with a little Bossa Nova just for fun. Come down to The Union by Old Salt Coop for great wood grilled food and Jazz by three solid Montana contemporary jazz musicians. Hope to see you there.
The Union by Old Salt
361 N Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT
(406) 500-6328
Tuesday, October 21st, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
TUESDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
From Magic City Jazz Jam!
THIS TUESDAY, October 21st, Magic City Jazz Jam @ Craft Local! (7pm-9pm)
The house band will play a short set and after that, the open jam will begin!!! This week, Sam Woodis on keyboard, Raphael Lopez on guitar/bass, Sam Layton on drums, and Jeff Long on EWI will host the jam!
FREE! Bring an instrument! Sign up to play a tune! Buy a drink! Tip the band & bar! Make some friends! Support OUR local community!!
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT
(406) 702-1458
Tuesday, October 21st, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 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, Lloyd Marsh on drums – 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 22nd, 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, October 23rd, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE ELLEN THEATRE IN BOZEMAN
From Montana PBS!
Join host Eric Funk at the Ellen Theatre for a heartwarming evening of incredible Montana music dedicated to offsetting Montana PBS’s recent federal funding cuts.
The talent-packed lineup includes more than 40 Montana musicians, representing a wide range of musical styles and genres. All funds raised during the benefit concert will be counted towards Montana PBS’s $1.8 million “Bridge the Gap” matching challenge. All seats: $125.
For the details and tickets, please visit https://theellen.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SVs00000Tol1SMAR
The Ellen Theatre
17 W Main St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 585-5885
Thursday, October 23rd, 7:00 p.m. –
THURSDAY NIGHT AT CISEL HALL IN MSUB IN BILLINGS
From John Roberts!
John Roberts “Faculty Concert”, Soul Skillet at Cisel Hall!
FREE CONCERT! Getting after some old and new-school soul and blues. Performing original tunes and arrangements from the new Soul Skillet album (available on-site). Bringing in great local musicians for a 9-piece soul band experience, complete with B3, in this beautiful room! Matt Devitt – drums, Gavin Russell – guitar, Sandie Castaneda – percussion, Erik Gothberg – bass, Scott Jeppesen – tenor sax, Thomas Burke – bari sax, Ben Stevens – bone, Leo Steiner – trumpet
MUS Billings Cisel Recital Hall
1500 University Dr, Billings, MT
Thursday, October 23rd, 7:00 p.m.-
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE WAITING ROOM IN BILLINGS
From Marian Green!
Join the Marian Green Trio for jazz and cool cocktails at “The Waiting Room.” Come check out this fantastic new Speakeasy in downtown Billings – enter through Doc Harper’s! Featuring Marian Green on vocals, Mark Bryan on bass, and George Higgins on keyboard.
The Waiting Room (Doc Harper’s Tavern)
116 North Broadway, Billings, MT
(406) 200-7177
Thursday, October 23rd, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT GUTE LAUNE IN BOZEMAN
Friday Night Jazz at gute Laune (upstairs at the Rialto)! Come join the Alex Robilotta Organ Trio – Alex Robilotta on guitar, Rob Kohler on bass, and Adam Greenberg on drums. Enjoy their sounds with good beer, good food, and good vibes!
gute Laune
10 West Main Street, Bozeman, MT
(406) 404-7911
Friday, October 24th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT DRAUGHT WORKS IN MISSOULA
From Draught Works!
Unwind and enjoy the sounds of jazz in our cozy taproom every Sunday night from 6-8 PM this summer during our Sunday Night Jazz Series! This week’s Jazz – Strange Meeting: Johan Eriksson on saxophone, Owen Ross on guitar, Tommy Sciple on bass, Sam Purvis on drums will be playing original music by the members to make your Sunday night special!
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, MT
(406) 541-1592
Sunday, October 26th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT EAGLES IN BOZEMAN
Sunday night jazz at The Eagles! On this Sunday, Adam Greenberg will play with his band! No cover charge but there will be a tip jar so be generous.
Bozeman Eagles Club & Ballroom
316 E Main St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 587-9996
Sunday, October 26th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT THE ELLEN THEATRE IN BOZEMAN
Wayne Bergeron & MSU One O’Clock Jazz Band
Love soaring, vibrant, and electrifying trumpet? Don’t miss Wayne Bergeron, the acclaimed L.A. studio legend whose signature sound brings to life The Incredibles, Soul, Toy Story 3 & 4, and over 500 blockbuster film scores. Join the Montana State University School of Music One O’Clock Jazz Band for an unforgettable evening of dynamic jazz featuring this trumpet icon live in concert.
Wayne Bergeron is a Yamaha Performing Artist and one of the most sought-after lead trumpet players in the industry — a true legend and master of his craft.
The Ellen Theatre
17 W Main St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 585-5885
Sunday, October 26th, 7:30 p.m. –
Tickets: $19.25 available at https://www.theellentheatre.com/
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