Correction! This Sunday’s concert at the Cikan House starts at 4 PM (not 7 PM as previously sent—sorry about that!).
We’re excited to host our friend and amazing KCMO pianist, Brant Jester! Catch Brant and Bob on tour in Belgrade (6/12), Idaho Falls (6/13), and West Yellowstone (6/14). Plus, don’t miss their masterclass hosted by Craig Hall on Monday, 6/15, from 1–3 PM!
* please contact me for the detail of the masterclass.
* 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, Magic City Jazz Jam @ Craft Local! (7 pm – 9 pm)
The house band will play a short set, and then the open jam will begin! 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, June 9th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ENGINE ROOM PIZZA IN LIVINGSTON
From Garrett Stannard!
Jazz Night at Engine Room Pizza in Livingston this Wednesday! Garrett Stannard on drums, Matt Ridgeway on piano, and Tony Roberts 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, June 10th, 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 a 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, June 10th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 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, June 11th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE OLD POST IN MISSOULA
Missoula’s most beloved pub, The Old Post, features live jazz every Thursday with 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, June 11th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT BELGRADE LIBRARY & COMMUNITY CENTER IN BELGRADE
Join Bob Bowman and Brant Jester at Belgrade Library this Saturday afternoon, 1-3 PM! Jazz bassist Bob Bowman and pianist Brant Jester will play a special concert at Belgrade Library! There will be a Dino Picnic event with a local author, Nick Mask, who will share his story, Wafflesaurus Rex, outside, too!
Belgrade Library & Community Center
205 E. Main Street, Belgrade, MT
(406) 388-4346
Friday, June 12th, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT GUTE LAUNE IN BOZEMAN
Friday Night Jazz at gute Laune (upstairs at the Rialto)! Join the ARTNET Trio: Alex Robilotta on guitar, Chris Naro on drums, and Eddie T. on bass. Enjoy their sounds with good beer, good food, and good vibes!
gute Laune
10 West Main Street, Bozeman, MT
(406) 404-7911
Friday, June 12th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON AT PIANO GALLERY MUSIC SUPERSTORE IN IDAHO FALLS, ID
Bob Bowman & Brant Jester Jazz Concert
Join us for an incredible afternoon of music featuring veteran jazz bassist Bob Bowman and highly accomplished Kansas City pianist Brant Jester.
Suggested donation: $10 –
Piano Gallery Music Superstore
2995 E 17th St, Idaho Falls, ID
(208) 524-4420
Saturday, June 13th, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
SATURDAY NIGHT AT Q STATON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN BILLINGS
From Billings Symphony!
Get ready to groove with vocalist Clark Stirgus and the Rocky Mountain Jazz Collective as they take us on a wild ride through the Detroit music scene in the ‘60s. They’ll be laying down Motown hits and vibrant jazz renditions, celebrating the rhythm and soul of this legendary genre. Got soul? See you there!
Rocky Mountain Jazz Collective / Scott Jeppesen, director / Clark Stirgus, guest vocalist.
Tickets: Standard $45 / U30 $25 (under 30 years old. ID required at the door)
Q Staton Performing Arts Center (Lockwood High School)
2016 Old US 87, Billings, MT
Saturday, June 13th, 7:00 p.m. –
SUNDAY EVENING AT THE CIKAN HOUSE IN BOZEMAN
From Craig Hall!
On June 14th, Scott and Roxanne Jeppesen, Mike Leslie, and I will be joined by LA jazz players Ian Vo, Josh Aguiar, and Gary Fukushima for a 4 PM hit at the Cikan House. (We all will have played the night before in Billings at Lockwood Performing Arts Center with the RMJC, check it out, a big band performance that should be big fun.) Email me (craig@craighallmusic) for Cikan House details and reservations. Admission $30 (Venmo to craig-hall-13). This will be a good one.
The Cikan House
31 Hitching Post, Bozeman, MT
Sunday, June 14th, 4:00 p.m. –
SUNDAY EVENING AT HAPPY HOUR BAR IN WEST YELLOWSTONE
Live Jazz by the Lake!
Catch veteran bassist Bob Bowman and KCMO’s talented pianist Brant Jester at the Happy Hour Bar at Hebgen Lake, West Yellowstone.
Bring your friends, grab a drink, and let these two jazz masters elevate your weekend. See you there!
Happy Hour Bar
15400 Hebgen Lake Rd, West Yellowstone, MT
(406) 646-7281
Sunday, June 14th, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT DRAUGHT WORKS IN MISSOULA
The perfect way to wrap up your weekend: Summer Sunday Night Jazz at Draught Works! Sip your favorite brew from 6–8 PM while Sam Haveron and his band set the mood for your evening.
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, MT
(406) 541-1592
Sunday, June 14th, 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, June 14th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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