A Night of New Takes on Jazz Standards Dizzy’s front man Mark Johnson's voice is described by Music MN as "Pure Emotion"! Mark has been a staple in the Twin Cities music scene for several years. He has had the pleasure of gracing some of the finest performance stages in town. From the Dakota to […]

Patti Austin’s keen interest in being a total entertainer likely started when she was four years old. Then, she stepped onto the stage of the world-famous Apollo Theater in Harlem at the urging of Dinah Washington. During the 1970s Patti reigned as the undisputed queen of the New York session scene. Her recent recordings celebrate the […]

Pianist Abebi Stafford, bassist Graydon Peterson, and drummer Pete James Johnson will perform two sets of songs primarily from Stafford’s most recent album, Stolen By Lies. Pete James Johnson is a drummer, composer and educator in the Twin Cities—most often seen playing jazz and improvised music but at home in a variety of musical worlds. He […]

Gary and Louie met while Louie was studying at North Central University, and since their meeting they have worked on many projects together and played in many different settings. While Gary and Louie have worked together as sidemen for many artists in the city, now they are exploring the music that they love, and creating memorable […]

An Evening of Dynamic Jazz Zacc Harris is a Minneapolis-based guitarist, composer, and bandleader known for his dynamic performances and acclaimed work with groups like the Atlantis Quartet and the Zacc Harris Group. Zacc Harris : Guitar Brandon Wozniak: Tenor Saxophone Bryan Nichols: Piano Chris Bates: Bass Pete James Johnson: Drums Zacc Harris is a Minneapolis-based guitarist, […]

An Evening of Soulful, Smooth Jazz with a Deep Vibe The unmistakable groove and flow of the one and only, SADE. Hear the sexy, soulful and passionate songs such as Sweet As Taboo, Smooth Operator, Paradise and of course, Stronger Than Pride performed by a band that feels every rich and moving beat. A unique […]

Kenny Reichert and Ella Grace will reunite for a special guitar/trumpet duo performance. The first set will include original contemporary jazz compositions from both artists, and the second set will shift to a more ambient experience. In the second set, the duo will use experimental pedal setups to create unique, freely improvised soundscapes. This duo […]

Mohini Dey is an Indian bass guitarist, arranger, producer & vocalist with unique style and impeccable technique. She has gained international recognition for her extraordinary talent and versatility. Also, she has collaborated with numerous renowned artists and performed on prestigious stages around the world. Forbes India has described her as the “most successful musician under thirty”. […]

The JuJu Exchange is a musical partnership of three childhood friends from Chicago: Nico Segal (Chance the Rapper), Julian Davis Reid (Isaiah Collier and the Chosen Few), and Nova Zaii (Vic Mensa). The group blends straight-ahead jazz sensibilities with hip-hop production to inspire the listener to participate in the kinds of exchange the world desperately […]

The Cherry Pit will keep the energy going with a special Bible Study session after The Juju Exchange tears the roof off Berlin on Thursday, July 23. The house band—Tarek Abdelqader on drums, Henry Breen (Why Not) on bass, and Marvelous on piano—will lead an open jam for musicians and music lovers till Berlin closes […]

A monster, contemporary sax guy often heard with the Atlantis quartet.

Davina Sowers and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national music scene. Their high-energy live shows feature level-A musicianship, sharp-dressed professionalism and Sowers’ commanding stage presence. Also, their influences range from Fats Domino and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band to Aretha Franklin and Tom Waits. Moreover, the band is converting audiences one show at […]