We’ve been enjoying some gorgeous Montana fall days around Hebgen lately! If you’re near Big Sky this Friday, September 18th, come hang out with BOWDOG at The Wilson Hotel. Catch Bob Bowman on bass and Craig Hall on guitar for a great evening of 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: Johnny JR. on drums, Sam Woodis on keys, and Raph 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, September 15th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ENGINE ROOM PIZZA IN LIVINGSTON
From Garrett Stannard!
Funky Keyboard Trio STRETCH 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, September 16th, 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, September 16th 26th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 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 live music, American Bistro pub food, and drinks!
The Old Post
103 W Spruce St., Missoula, MT
(406) 540-4433
Thursday, September 17th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 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, September 17th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT DAKAVA HOUSE BILLINGS
From DaKava House!
SOUL VIBE is BACK! This trio always puts on a great show. Come in for some soul, R&B, a little Jazz and pop thrown in.
The group features Clark Stirgus on vocals, Sam Woodis on keyboard, and Raphael Lopez on bass!
DaKava House Billings
3225 Rosebud Dr, Billings, MT
(406) 534-1009
Thursday, September 17th, 7:00 p.m. –
FRIDAY EVENING AT THE WILSON HOTEL IN BIG SKY
Jazz at The Wilson Hotel in Big Sky!! Come join BOWDOG JAZZ DUO: Bob Bowman on bass and Craig Hall on guitar at the hotel’s cozy lobby on Friday, September 18th, 5-7 PM! Save the date and come down to The Wilson Hotel to experience their music!
The Wilson Hotel
145 Town Center Ave, Big Sky, MT
(406) 995-9000
Friday, September 18th, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT YELLOWSTONE COUNTRY MUSEUM IN BILLINGS
A Taste of History Fundraising Gala.
The event starts at 5:30pm at the Yellowstone County Museum with music from the Hayden Quartet – Elana Hayden on vocals, Mike Leslie on bass, Jeff Troxel on guitar, and Sam Woodis on saxophone -, light hors d’oeuvres, and the Taste of History signature cocktail.
After touring the Museum, transportation will be provided from the Museum to the Edwards Jet Center for a program, dinner, drinks, and music by Little Joe and the Cartwrights.
Sponsorships start at $500. Entry tickets are $150 for an individual and $250 for a couple.
Yellowstone County Museum
1950 Terminal Circle, Billings, MT
(406) 670-0888
Friday, September 18th, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT GUTE LAUNE IN BOZEMAN
Friday Night Jazz at gute Laune! Join the Cheyenne John-Henderson Trio – Cheyenne John-Henderson on keyboard, Jake Flaming on saxophone, and Rob Kohler on bass. Enjoy their sound with good beer, good food, and good vibes!
gute Laune
10 West Main Street, Bozeman, MT (upstairs at the Rialto)
(406) 404-7911
Friday, September 18th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT LEWIS & CLARK TAP ROOM IN HELENA
John Roberts y Pan Blanco will perform at the Lewis & Clark Tap Room in Helena this Friday, September 18. Merging energetic African, Salsa, and Funk grooves, the performance begins at 8:00 p.m. Admission is $10.
Lewis & Clark Tap Room
1517 Dodge Ave, Helena, MT
(406) 442-5960
Friday, September 18th, 8:00 p.m. –
FRI & SAT NIGHT AT CHICO HOT SPRINGS IN PRAY
Great news for Tsunami Funk fans! Tsunami Funk will play at Chico Hot Springs on Friday, September 18th and Saturday night, the 19th, from 9 PM to midnight!
Chico Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa
163 Chico Rd, Pray, MT
(406) 333-4933
Friday, September 18th & Saturday, September 19th, 9:00 p.m. – 11:55 p.m.
SATURDAY AT CARAS PARK IN MISSOULA
From Viva Montana!
Viva Montana Latin Heritage Festival returns for its second year! Join us Saturday, September 19th at Caras Park in Downtown Missoula from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM for a FREE, all-ages celebration of Latin culture, music, food, art, and community!
10+ Latin Food Trucks will be serving all day!
Day Festivities | 9:00 AM–3:00 PM / Evening Festivities | 3:00–10:00 PM
Live Music Lineup – Cambalache / John Roberts y Pan Blanco / Milonga / Son Montaña / Samba Missoula.
For more information, please visit https://vivamontana.com/
Viva Montana – Caras Park
123 Carousel Dr, Missoula, MT
Saturday, September 19th, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
SATURDAY NIGHT AT TUNE UP BAR IN BOZEMAN
From Club Flamenco!
The members of Club Flamenco deliver a style of music not often heard in the state of Montana. Fusing the traditional rhythms of Flamenco with accents of American jazz. Club Flamenco plays selections that are both familiar and refreshingly new to American audiences. Music & dance performed live at The Tune Up Bar in Bozeman’s Armory Hotel. Never a cover, and remember 20% off for locals just show your ID.
Geno and April Kreis, Doug Wales, Chrysti Smith, and Nicole Loya.
Tune Up Bar (Kimpton Armory Hotel)
24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 551-7702
Saturday, September 19th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
SUNDAY EVENING AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN
From Alex Platt!
This month we will be featuring special guest Michael Testagrossa on guitar, along with our usual house rhythm section Eddie Tsuru on bass and Alex Platt on drums! Come down, bring your instrument, and play some jazz with us. Note that for this jam session, only drums will be provided (keyboardists will need to bring their own rig!). Vocalists are welcome; please bring charts in your key, limit two songs per vocalist.
Red Tractor Pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 359-1999
Sunday, September 20th, 5:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT DRAUGHT WORKS IN MISSOULA
The perfect way to wrap up your weekend: Fall Sunday Night Jazz at Draught Works! Sip your favorite brew from 6–8 PM while the Bob Packwood Band sets the mood for your evening.
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, MT
(406) 541-1592
Sunday, September 20th, 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, Sepember 20th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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