Bozeman Jazz fans, join The Any Everything, featuring Alex Platt, Cheyenne John-Henderson, and my husband, Bob Bowman, this Saturday at the Bozeman Public Library!
A huge thank you to the library for hosting these winter weekly concerts. I also want to share my deep gratitude to Alex Robilotta (this season’s curator) and Craig Hall (who curated the last two) for all the hard work they put into making this series happen!
* Musician friends, if you would like to add your message, ongoing projects like new albums, etc. on BigSkyJazz.net please contact me!
* 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, January 13th, 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, Raphael Lopez on bass/guitar, Lloyd Marsh on drums, and Tyler Honcoop on trumpet 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, January 20th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ENGINE ROOM PIZZA IN LIVINGSTON
From Garrett Stannard!
Cocktail Jazz at Engine Room Pizza in Livingston this Wednesday! Garrett Stannard on drums, Matt Ridgeway on piano, and Bridger Himmelspach on bass will be playing from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM!
Engine Room Deep Dish Pizza
113 W Park Street, Livingston, MT
(406) 595-8202
Wednesday, January 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, and featured musician Elijah Sneigoski 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, January 21st, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
THURSDAY EVENING AT CARABINER LOUNGE AT THE SUMMIT HOTEL IN BIG SKY
Carabiner Lounge at the Summit Hotel has live music on Thursdays for the season, 4-6 PM. Alex Robilotta on guitar and Eddie T. on bass! Maybe this is not a place to just stop by, but if you know anyone staying or living nearby 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
Thursday, January 22nd, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT MADHOUSE BAR & GRILL IN BILLINGS
From Joe Sullivan!
Playing at the MadHouse Bar & Grill on Thursday nights, 6 – 8 PM. Just me and my grand piano!
Madhouse Bar & Grill
926 Grand Ave, Billings, MT
(406) 534-4822
Thursday, January 22nd, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 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, January 22nd, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT BENNY’S BISTRO IN HELENA
From Wilbur Rehmann!
Wilbur Rehmann, saxophone, and Fred Cobb, piano, will be performing as a jazz duo at Benny’s Bistro in Helena. Classic saxophone and piano jazz and blues standards. Delicious food, main dishes featuring Montana-grown products. And the very best American & International wines. Come on out for the food and stay to hear these great jazzers, Wilbur and Fred.
Benny’s Bistro
108 E 6th Ave, Helena, MT
Friday, January 23rd, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT MADHOUSE BAR & GRILL IN BILLINGS
From Elana Hayden!
Elana Hayden returns to the Madhouse Bar & Grill for live music with Joe Sullivan on piano.
Madhouse Bar & Grill
926 Grand Ave, Billings, MT
(406) 534-4822
Friday, January 23rd, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT GUTE LAUNE IN BOZEMAN
Friday Night Jazz at gute Laune (upstairs at the Rialto)! Come join Alex Robilotta Quartet – Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie T. on bass, Cheyenne John-Henderson on keys, and Chris Naro on drums. They will play Antonio Jobim tunes to celebrate his birthday, January 25th! Enjoy their sounds with good beer, good food, and good vibes!
gute Laune
10 West Main Street, Bozeman, MT
(406) 404-7911
Friday, January 23rd, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON AT BOZEMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
From Alex Platt!
The Any Everything will be doing a free show at the Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., this Saturday afternoon, the 24th. Bob Bowman, Cheyenne John-Henderson, and myself will start at 2 PM, upstairs near the computers and magazine racks. Reeeeeaaallll quietly (it is a library, after all!).
Bozeman Public Library
626 E. Main Street. Bozeman, MT
(406) 582-2400
Saturday, January 24th, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
SATURDAY NIGHT AT WARREN MILLER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN BIG SKY
From Warren Miller Performing Arts Center!
Two-time 2026 GRAMMY® nominee for Best Jazz Vocal Album and Best Jazz Performance
“A stunning voice and unique approach that blends tradition and his own material into one hypnotic sound.” –PopMatters
Multi-talented jazz vocalist, composer, and songwriter Michael Mayo stuns audiences with his harmonizing, beat-boxing, and heartfelt crooning. The Los Angeles-based phenomenon creates from the heart without filter or pretense, allowing his voice to transmit raw emotion above an ever-evolving backdrop of jazz, neo-soul, and R&B on his second full-length LP, FLY.
For more information and tickets, please visit https://warrenmillerpac.org/event/michael-mayo/
Warren Miller Performing Arts Center
45465 Gallatin Road, Gallatin Gateway, MT
(406) 995-6345
Saturday, January 24th, 7:30 PM-
SATURDAY NIGHT AT ZACC IN MISSOULA
From ZACC!
One Stage. All Corners of Montana Meet. Pure Jazz Brilliance. This exceptional performance 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.
Marie Smith Jazz Group: Craig Hall on guitar, Scott Jeppesen on saxophone, Rob Tapper on trombone, Tommy Sciple on bass, Roxanne Jeppesen on drums, and Marie Smith on vocals.
Zootown Arts and Community Center
216 W. Main St. Missoula, MT
(406) 549-7555
Saturday, January 24th, Door 7:00 p.m. / Music 7:30 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.
Tickets: $25-$30 Sliding Scale // $17 Student
For the details and tickets, please visit https://showroom.zootownarts.org/event/marie-smith-jazz-group/zootown-arts-community-center/missoula-montana/
SUNDAY EVENING AT THE UNION IN HELENA
From Wilbur Rehmann!
1/25 at The Union! Wilbur Rehmann Trio with Fred Cobb, keyboard, and Todd Silas, bass.
5 – 7 PM, Sunday night Jazz-Straight ahead as always!
The Union by Old Salt
361 N Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT
(406) 500-6328
Sunday, January 25th, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT DRAUGHT WORKS IN MISSOULA
From Draught Works!
Unwind and enjoy the sounds of jazz in our taproom every Sunday night from 6-8 PM this winter during our Winter Sunday Night Jazz Series! This week’s Jazz – Haymaker: Loren Stillman on saxophone, Tommy Sciple on bass, and John Wicks on drums will be playing to make your Sunday night special!
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, MT
(406) 541-1592
Sunday, January 25th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 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, January 25th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
FRI, JAN 30TH AT YELLOWSTONE CELLARS & WINERY IN BILLINGS
From Raph Lopez!
Join the Raph Lopez Quartet for a night of tasty, electrified jamz!
Billings, MT based Musician/Guitar Instructor, Raph Lopez has joined forces with John Roberts (Organ), Andrey Goncalves (Bass) and Ken Clark (Drums) to bring you a night of fantastic music!!!
Playing some of their favorite Funk/Rock/Fusion tunes by John Scofield, The Beatles, and more! Come on out!!!
Wine!! Foods!! No Cover Charge!!!
Yellowstone Cellars & Winery
1335 Holiday Cir, Billings, MT
(406) 281-8400
Friday, January 30th, 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
SAT, JAN 31ST AT THE CIKAN HOUSE IN BOZEMAN
From Club Flamenco!
Club Flamenco performs classic and contemporary European and Western music arranged around traditional Flamenco palos or “styles.” Guitarist and Club Flamenco founder Geno Kreis is joined by April Kreis on bass. Percussionists Chrysti Smith, Doug Wales, and Ben Simpson weave a tapestry of rhythms supporting the dialect. Flamenco performance is incomplete without the iconic flamenco dancer. Club Flamenco’s Nicole Loya brings years of dance experience, flair, and emotion to the set. Seating will be limited. Reserve your seat early for $30 at www.purplepass.com/clubflamenco
The Cikan House
31 Hitching Post, Bozeman, MT
Saturday, January 31st, 6:00 p.m. –
SAT, JAN 31ST AT THE MONTE IN BILLINGS
From Alex Nauman!
Another epic show at The Monte coming up! Come hang with Parker Brown, Pat Epley, and myself.
Music influenced by the sounds of John Scofield, Pat Metheny, Steve Swallow, Ornette Coleman, and many others. All mixed together with chill downtempo funk grooves and the occasional Sun Ra exploration!
The Monte
2824 1st Ave N, Billings, MT
(406) 259-3393
Wednesday, December 17th, 7:00 p.m. –
Tickets: $10 / 21+
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