Bob, our beloved 14-year-old K9 Budsie, and I came back to the Big Sky Country last week, after a 3-week road trip, almost 5,000 miles of driving!
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* Details of these concerts can be changed due to artists’/venues’ circumstances.
TUESDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
From Magic City Jazz Jam!
THIS TUESDAY, November 11th, 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 piano, Sam Layton on drums, Raphael Lopez on bass, and Scott Jeppesen on saxophone 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, November 11th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT LAST BEST COMEDY IN BOZEMAN
From Alex Platt!
As you know, public radio has recently had a lot of funding taken away from them. So this event is quite important. The Resonance (Jake Fleming, Alex Robilotta, Rob Kohler, and myself) will be doing a music-only concert at Last Best Comedy as an opening act, followed by the KGLT fundraiser, at Last Best Comedy on November 12th!
(Doors at 6 PM, concert from 6:30 to 8:00 PM … but the Bits & Beats comedy portion *has* been cancelled in lieu of the KGLT fundraiser, so that portion of the poster is incorrect. BUT, please stick around to support KGLT!)
LBC has generously donated their space for this event. Come out and support public radio!
Tickets here: https://www.lastbestcomedy.com/events/jazz-night-at-lbc-3
Last Best Comedy
321 E Main, Alley Entrance, Bozeman, MT
(406) 219-3393
Wednesday, November 12th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Door 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, Lloyd Marsh on drums, with guest musician Marie Smith on vocals – 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, November 12th, 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, November 13th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE WAITING ROOM IN BILLINGS
From Elana Hayden!
Join the Hayden Trio for live music and cool cocktails at “The Waiting Room.” Check out this fabulous, new Speakeasy in downtown Billings – enter through Doc Harper’s! Feat. Elana Hayden, Mike Leslie & Sam Woodis.
The Waiting Room (Doc Harper’s Tavern)
116 North Broadway, Billings, MT
(406) 200-7177
Thursday, November 13th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE GRAND HOTEL IN BIG TIMBER
From Elana Hayden!
Join the Hayden Trio at the historic Grand Hotel for live music, good eats & great vibes! Feat. Elana Hayden, Joe Sullivan & Craig Hall.
The Grand Hotel
139 McLeod St, Big Timber, MT
(406) 932-4459
Friday, November 14th, 6:00 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 Alex Robilotta Trio – Alex Robilotta on guitar, Cheyenne John-Henderson on keyboard, and Austin Belluscio 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, November 14th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT EAGLES IN BOZEMAN
Sunday night big band fun! Please join the Bridger Mountain Big Band at the Bozeman Eagles Club!
The Bridger Mountain Big Band or small combo performs at The Eagles on every other Sunday. 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, November 16th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
SAT, NOV 22ND AT YELLOWSTONE CELLARS & WINERY IN BILLINGS
From The Winery!
Classic jazz standards by some of the best musicians in town. Get ready for a memorable show that will give you goosebumps! Marie Smith on vocals, Scott Jeppesen on saxophone, Joe Sullivan on keyboard, Erik Gothberg on bass, and Roxanne Jeppesen on drums.
Yellowstone Cellars & Winery
1335 Holiday Cir, Billings, MT
(406) 281-8400
Saturday, November 22nd, 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
SAT, NOV 22ND AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
Craft Local Salsa Fest by John Roberts y Pan Blanco!
Get your salsa fix at the Pan Blanco late show! ~ John Roberts.
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT
(406) 702-1458
Saturday, November 22nd, 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
BENDING TOWARDS THE LIGHT… A JAZZ NATIVITY IN BOZEMAN
IT’S BACK!!!!!!! After a wildly popular Premiere in 2023, Bending Toward the Light…a Jazz Nativity will be performed on: Thursday, Dec 4 – 7 PM / Sunday, Dec 7 – 4 PM / Thursday, Dec 11 – 7 PM
Hope Lutheran Church, 2152 W Graf St, Bozeman, MT
Premium $50 Royal / $35 General /$25 | Family Event
Tickets are available at https://www.jazznativity.org/bozeman
At each of the 2025 performances the Cast and Crew will honor Montana organizations that continue to encourage and support our community to live in the light. Dec 4th – Montana PBS and YPR, Dec 7th – Warriors & Quiet Waters, Dec 11th – Bozeman Art Museum in the Schools, Eagle Mount, Greater Gallatin United Way, Montana Mindfulness, Montana Shakes in the Schools, Shane Lalani Center for the Arts and Thrive.
Dr. Shane Doyle, Apsáalooke, will open Bozeman’s second annual production with an indigenous honor song and his daughter Lilian Doyle will support his piece with a traditional dance. MSU Professor of Music and Grammy Award Winner, Ryan Matzinger, will conduct the shows which includes local luminaries Jeni Fleming (Mary), Jake Fleming (a ‘King’) Lori Rosolowsky (piano), tap queen Katherine Kramer (Quing), the Big Sky Voices, Maddisen Sheedy, a beautiful rhythm section, members of The One O’clock Concert Jazz Ensemble and a 40+ member Choir. The debut cast of characters and musicians will be polishing their brass, tuning their guitars, and lifting their voices in preparation for three thrilling performances.
Produced by Beth Ann Kennedy, Aunahil, Kindred Spirits and the Hope Lutheran Center for the Arts. It’s not too early to plan your Holiday Season (the debut performances in 2023 sold out!) Come support the light in your community while enjoying a truly uplifting experience.
SAT, DEC 20TH AT THE CIKAN HOUSE IN BOZEMAN
From Marie Smith!
This exceptional performance hosted at the exclusive venue, The Cikan House, brings together a curated ensemble of premier jazz musicians from across the state. A bold, beautiful fusion of styles and shared passion, delivering a one-night-only experience of world-class artistry.
Craig Hall on guitar, Scott Jeppesen on saxophone, Rob Tapper on trombone, Tommy Sciple on bass, Adam Greenberg on drums, and Marie Smith on vocals.
Reservations recommended:
$30 donation | Venmo: Craig-Hall-13
Reservations: Craig@craighallmusic.com
The Cikan House
31 Hitching Post, Bozeman, MT
Saturday, December 20th, 7:00 p.m. –
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