Early summer around Hebgen has been absolutely beautiful! I hope you’re making the most of Montana’s short but spectacular summer days—and catching some great live music!
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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, 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! This week’s house band: Sam Woodis on keys, Sam Layton on drums, and Raphael Lopez on bass/guitar! 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, July 7th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ENGINE ROOM PIZZA IN LIVINGSTON
Wednesday Jazz Night at Engine Room Pizza in Livingston! This week, Emma Neal on vocals, Garrett Stannard on drums, Matt Ridgeway on keys, 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, July 8th, 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 weekly featured musician 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, July 8th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT BLACK CANYON BISTRO IN RED LODGE
From Elana Hayden!
Join us for live music, good eats, and great vibes at the fabulous Black Canyon Bistro! Feat. Elana Hayden on vocals, Jeff Troxel on guitar, and Eric Hagmann on keys/vocals.
Black Canyon Bistro
116 Broadway Ave S, Red Lodge, MT
(406) 445-3245
Thursday, July 9th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 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, July 9th, 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. This week, singer Marie Smith will join them for a few tunes! If you are around Missoula this Thursday, drop by The Old Post to enjoy live music, American Bistro pub food, and drinks!
The Old Post
103 W Spruce St., Missoula, MT
(406) 540-4433
Thursday, July 9th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT GUTE LAUNE IN BOZEMAN
Friday Night Jazz at gute Laune (upstairs at the Rialto)! Join the Alex Robilotta Trio: Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie T. on bass, and Mike Gillan 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, July 10th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SATURDAY EVENING AT SAGE LODGE IN PRAY
From Elana Hayden!
Join us at the spectacular Sage Lodge for good eats, great vibes, and live music with The Hayden Trio. Featuring Elana Hayden on vocals, Mike Leslie on bass, and Joe Sullivan on keyboard/vocals.
Sage Lodge
55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray, MT
(855) 400-0505
Saturday, July 11th, 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 the Johan Eriksson and Strange Meeting sets the mood for your evening.
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, MT
(406) 541-1592
Sunday, July 12th, 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 a 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, July 12th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
THU, JUL 23RD AT THE CIKAN HOUSE IN BOZEMAN
From Alex Platt!
Michelle Manzo Cobb returns to Bozeman for a one-night-only show at the Cikan Residence, accompanied by Bob Bowman on bass, Michael Testagrossa on guitar, and Alex Platt on drums! Showtime is at 7:00 PM, suggested donation is $25. Michelle doesn’t make it out to Bozeman very often, so don’t miss this!
The Cikan House
31 Hitching Post, Bozeman, MT
Thursday, July 23rd, 7:00 p.m. –
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