From NYC, an Evening of Creative Jazz This quartet is a special group of musicians based in New York City. The Sophia Kickhofel Quartet creates intriguing sounds and textures that combine jazz traditions with the avante-garde. The group uses original compositions as a vehicle for spreading warmth. The band consists of musicians who have performed […]

Uplifting New Orleans Brass Band Music The Jack Brass band is bringing their brand of 'Feel Good Music' to the Dunsmore Room for an evening of traditional New Orleans jazz from the Louis Armstrong's era to modern second line Mardi Gras anthems made famous by the Rebirth Brass Band...Preservation Hall to Bourbon Street! Josh May: Trumpet Brian Handeland: Woodwinds Matt […]

Acousitc Guitar Virtuoso Emmy Award winner and acoustic guitar vanguard. If you don’t know Billy’s music, or what he’s been through to keep making it, this show is a must-see. Acoustic guitar that defies gravity. New solo compositions and exceptionally funny improv dialogue with violin/mandolin maestro Nathan Wilson. Billy McLaughlin: Acoustic Guitar Nathan Wilson: Mandolin […]

Louis Armstrong, New Orleans Jazz The Boat Note Five is dedicated to Louis Armstrong, celebrating the genius and ebullience of the man who changed music forever. The name of the band is drawn from one of Louis' many nicknames, and their repertoire is taken from his recording career spanning nearly fifty years, starting with the […]

An Evening of Powerhouse Jazz Performers The Jazz Women All Stars were created by Minnesota Music Hall of Fame vocalist and KBEM jazz radio personality Patty Peterson. In 2016, the Jazz Women All-Stars made a terrific debut at the Twin Cities Jazz Festival in Mears Park. This ensemble celebrates the great women of jazz artists […]

Gospel, Jazz, Soul, and African Rhythms The Gifted Handz Experience blends Gospel, Jazz, Neo-Soul, and African rhythms into a soulful, genre-defying sound. Influenced by Fela Kuti, Robert Glasper, and Earth, Wind & Fire, Joe and Josh fuse West African drums with rich, contemporary harmonies. A track like Shaun Martin - Madiba (7 Summers) showcases their […]

Classic Holiday Tunes featuring the signature Four Freshmen Sounds Celebrating the songs of the season with their sincere, intimate delivery and superb musicianship add an elegance to their unmistakable, super-tight, ultra-hip vocal harmony so unique to their legendary signature sound — a sound sought after by a cappella groups today! To many music enthusiasts, The Four […]

A High Energy Swing and Jazz Holiday Show! Get ready for an evening filled with music, laughter, heartwarming stories, and nostalgia, from The Nutcracker Suite to newly arranged holiday favorites. Kyle Tennis: Guitar, Vocals David Strong: Saxophone, Flute, Vocals Gus Lindquist: Trumpet, Vocals Alan Lecher: Trombone, Vocals Greig Tennis: Upright Bass Tyler Anderson: Drums For the last fifteen years Riverside Swing Band has […]

A High Energy Swing and Jazz Holiday Show! Get ready for an evening filled with music, laughter, heartwarming stories, and nostalgia, from The Nutcracker Suite to newly arranged holiday favorites. Kyle Tennis: Guitar, Vocals David Strong: Saxophone, Flute, Vocals Gus Lindquist: Trumpet, Vocals Alan Lecher: Trombone, Vocals Greig Tennis: Upright Bass Tyler Anderson: Drums For the last fifteen years Riverside Swing Band has […]

An Evening of Great Holiday Classics! Join Bryan Eng and his trio as they serenade you with a sleigh full of sensational winter classics, from the heartwarming “Christmas Song” to the lively “Sleigh Ride” and enchanting “Winter Wonderland.” Experience an unforgettable evening of joyous melodies that will fill your heart with holiday cheer! Bryan Eng: […]

An Evening of Great Holiday Classics! Join Bryan Eng and his trio as they serenade you with a sleigh full of sensational winter classics, from the heartwarming “Christmas Song” to the lively “Sleigh Ride” and enchanting “Winter Wonderland.” Experience an unforgettable evening of joyous melodies that will fill your heart with holiday cheer! Bryan Eng: […]

Classic Holiday Pop, Jazz and Blues Embrace the holiday spirit with a beautiful, fun and intimate concert filled with the nostalgic sounds and memories of some of your favorite holiday/Christmas songs! “Christmas Memories with Deb Brown & Friends” includes a mix of popular traditional songs, modern favorites, and even a couple of Deb Brown originals, […]