Billings guitarist Alex Nauman is heading to Denver this weekend! He’ll be performing at Nocturne as part of Matt Smiley’s album release celebrations. If you’re in town, don’t miss the chance to catch them live and experience their incredible music.
In more exciting release news, Bozeman Jazz Royalty Arnie Shapiro has officially published his new book, Thank You, My Body! Congratulations, Arnie!
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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: Raph Lopez on guitar, David Banuelos on bass, Roxanne Jeppesen on drums, and Hannah Clough on keys! 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 29th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ENGINE ROOM PIZZA IN LIVINGSTON
From Garrett Stannard!
The Park High All-State Jazz Students at Engine Room Pizza in Livingston this Wednesday! Maxfield Schuelke on piano, Bridger Himmelspach on bass, and Emmett Shannon-Lier on drums 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 30th, 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 Scott Jeppesen 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 30th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
THURSDAY EVENING AT BROTHERS TAPWORKS IN HELENA
From Friends of Head Start!
Wilbur Rehmann Trio will perform for Friends of Head Start Extravaganza fundraiser event on Thursday, October 1st at Brothers Tapworks! Wilbur Rehmann on saxophone, Fred Cobb on piano, and Jeremy Slead on drums.
The event will be hosted by former Governor Steve Bullock. Enjoy an evening with friends, live music, food and drinks, as well as a live and silent auctions in support of Rocky’s Head Start Program! Tickets are available for presale only—get yours today at www.rmdc.net!
Brothers Tapworks
40 S Last Chance Gulch St, Helena, MT
Thursday, October 1st, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 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, October 1st, 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, October 1st, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE WINDMILL & BAR51 IN BILLINGS
The Hayden Quartet – Elana Hayden, Parker Brown, Mike Leslie & Trevor Krieger – will be playing as part of the Community Day of Support at The Windmill & Bar51 this Thursday, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The loss suffered by the Ghekiere, Schneider, Ireland, and Smith families is unimaginable. In the face of such tragedy, our community has shown what it means to stand together, lift each other up, and provide strength when it is needed most. On October 1st, join us anytime between 11:00 AM and 9:00 PM, and 10% of all sales will be donated to support the families affected.
The Windmill & Bar51
3429 Transtech Way, Billings, MT
Thursday, October 1st, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. / The community support event 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE CIKAN HOUSE IN BOZEMAN
From Craig Hall!
Guys, BoZambique is fun, dynamic and a tad wildass. Catch this concert this Friday. This concert series inspired in part by Bozeman Jazz Royalty Arnie Shapiro, MD. Check out his fresh-off-the-press book “Thank You, My Body” on Amazon or at arnieshapiromd.com
Ben Klein on flute, Doug Wales on percussion, Loren Block on bass, and Jeremy Shanok on keyboard.
Reservations: dnwales1g@gmail.com / Suggested donation: $20
The Cikan House
31 Hitching Post, Bozeman, MT
Friday, October 2nd, 7:00 p.m. –
FRIDAY NIGHT AT GUTE LAUNE IN BOZEMAN
Friday Night Jazz at gute Laune! Join ARCNET – Alex Robilotta on guitar, Eddie T. on bass, and Chris Naro on drums. 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, October 2nd, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT YELLOWSTONE CELLARS & WINERY IN BILLINGS
From The Winery!
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!!! No cover!
Yellowstone Cellars & Winery
1335 Holiday Cir, Billings, MT
(406) 281-8400
Friday, October 2nd, 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 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 Missoula Jazz Collective sets the mood for your evening.
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, MT
(406) 541-1592
Sunday, October 4th, 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, October 4th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
SAT, OCT 10TH AT Q STATON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN BILLINGS
From Billings Symphony!
Few names loom larger in Big Band history than Buddy Rich. This October, the Rocky Mountain Jazz Collective honors his explosive legacy with a high-octane tribute featuring not one, but four powerhouse drummers—Roxanne Jeppesen, Matt Devitt, Mark McGibbony, and Zach Paris. Trading, teaming up, and occasionally unleashing controlled chaos, this is Big Band Jazz turned up to eleven.
Quentin Staton Performing Arts Center (Lockwood High School)
2016 Old US Highway 87, Lockwood, MT
Saturday, October 10th, 7:00 p.m. –
Tickets: $10 – $45 at https://billingssymphony.org/shows/sukin-series/rocky-mountain-jazz-collectives-big-band-machine/
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