Minnesota stalwarts The New Standards create an intriguing blend of everything from classic cabaret to punk rock. Here, they blend the freedom of jazz with  the soul of pop and rock. They make it work through offbeat humor and sheer musicianship. The instrumentation is simple: John Munson of Trip Shakespeare/Semisonic fame on bass; Chan Poling, founder of the new-wave group […]

Saxophonist Sarah Navratil, raised in Minneapolis and based in New York City, brings her trio to Berlin to perform original compositions and jazz standards. Band Members: Sarah Navratil - Saxophone Dan Carpel - Bass Emma Garau - Drums

Connie and Jon imagine a cozy New Year’s getaway at “The Dunsmore Lodge” with songs about romantic ski vacations and the joys of winter (and getting away from winter! ;-) ), songs from holiday movies, tributes to musicians we lost this past year and more! Connie Evingson: Vocals Jon Weber: Piano Steve Pikal: Bass Vocalist Connie […]

Minnesota stalwarts The New Standards create an intriguing blend of everything from classic cabaret to punk rock. Here, they blend the freedom of jazz with  the soul of pop and rock. They make it work through offbeat humor and sheer musicianship. The instrumentation is simple: John Munson of Trip Shakespeare/Semisonic fame on bass; Chan Poling, founder of the new-wave group […]

Hayley Sales’ romantic blend of genres, nostalgic voice and timeless songwriting hearkens back to the likes of Ella Fitzgerald or Judy Garland, but with a unique, modern twist. "There's a real showbiz, old school entertainer vibe about her music,"(LA Weekly) with songwriting that "fits squarely into the Great American songbook"(Billboard). Her stripped back piano led […]

The Adam Harder Nussbaum Quintet plays music rooted in the hard bop tradition: warm, energetic, down to earth, and swinging. Band Members: Jake Baldwin - Trumpet Adam Harder Nussbaum - Drums TBA - Bass Joe Strachan - Piano Pete Whitman - Saxophone

The Adam Harder Nussbaum Quintet plays music rooted in the hard bop tradition: warm, energetic, down to earth, and swinging. Band Members: Adam Harder Nussbaum - Drums Jake Baldwin - Trumpet Dan Carpel - Bass Ryan Freitas - Saxophone Ted Godbout - Piano

Celebrated pianist Dale Alexander will perform solo piano tunes to ease you into the evening on New Year’s Eve. Growing up in Minneapolis, Dale Alexander's first band was a trio with Prince and André Cymone. He recorded with Prince on the 94 East Street CD project right before Prince signed his solo contract. He then […]

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 […]

Your ticket includes a selection of luxe, celebratory bites. Opt-in to preorder a bottle of bubbly to properly toast the occasion. Additional a la carte dinner & beverage menus will be available. Ernest Bisong, David Feily, and Greg Byers have spent years performing and honing their musicianship in separate spheres of the Minnesota music scene […]

Your ticket includes a selection of luxe, celebratory bites. Opt-in to preorder a bottle of bubbly to properly toast the occasion. Additional a la carte dinner & beverage menus will be available. Ernest Bisong, David Feily, and Greg Byers have spent years performing and honing their musicianship in separate spheres of the Minnesota music scene […]

Connie and Jon imagine a cozy New Year’s getaway at “The Dunsmore Lodge” with songs about romantic ski vacations and the joys of winter (and getting away from winter! ;-) ), songs from holiday movies, tributes to musicians we lost this past year and more! Connie Evingson: Vocals Jon Weber: Piano Steve Pikal: Bass Vocalist Connie […]

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 […]

Saxophonist Henry Berberi and bassist Chet Carlson will play two sets of jazz standards in an intimate duo setting. Henry Berberi is a saxophonist and composer originally from Morris, MN, who is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in jazz saxophone at the Manhattan School of Music. Henry has studied under saxophone legends including George Garzone, […]

The Fuzzy Math nerds return for an evening of fabulous jazz.

Pianist, vocalist, and guitarist Eli Brunelle performs modern jazz and R&B with his band and special guests this January at Berlin. Band Members: Eli Brunelle - Keys/Vocals Grant Gabriel - Bass Seth Ziemniak - Drums Jovon Williams - Saxophone Alice Daytona - Guitar ✧ Eli Brunelle is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer, and songwriter from Minneapolis. […]

Henry Berberi is a saxophonist and composer originally from Morris, Minnesota, but currently studying at the Manhattan School of Music, pursuing an undergraduate degree in Jazz Saxophone. The trio will play some original compositions with an emphasis on open improvisation.   Featuring: Henry Berberi - alto saxophone Chet Carlson - bass Tarek Abdelqader - drums

Drummer Chresten Hyde, guitarist Toivo Hannigan, and bassist Dan Carpel perform a mix of old and new standards, deep cuts, and improvisation. Drawing on a wide variety of influences both inside and outside of jazz, they bring a modern, fresh approach to the guitar trio. Chresten Hyde is a drummer, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter based in […]

Join the Harry Scott Quintet for a night celebrating the genius of Wayne Shorter and Herbie Hancock! This exciting young group of college aged jazz musicians will be playing the greatest works of these legendary jazz composers, featuring songs such as Maiden Voyage, Watermelon man, Witch Hunt, Infant Eyes, and many more! Harry Scott: Piano […]

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. Band Members: Zacc Harris - Guitar Brandon Wozniak - Tenor Sax Bryan Nichols - Piano Dan Carpel - Bass Pete James Johnson - Drums ⊹ Zacc Harris […]

Strategic Mice performs original, modern improvisational music with a focus on groove, and features London native Fred Flowerday on keyboards, Minnesota-born Andrew Schwandt on tenor saxophone, and from Latvia, Haralds Bondaris on drums.   In this performance, we’ll be presenting “The Moving Suite”, a series of tunes that commemorate a formative shared experience.

Versatility can be rewarding but some music just feels like home. Vocalist Prudence Johnson returns to her jazz roots with the Halcyon Jazz Quartet, following their sparkling debut at Crooners last spring. With an "off the beaten path" approach to repertoire and featuring the amazing Dave Hagedorn on vibes, and top-shelf rhythm section Joe Pulice […]

Rising saxophonist Laeton Olaleye will play two sets of original songs and jazz standards with bassist Callum Schultz and drummer Christian Swenson. Expect an evening filled with powerful energy and harmonious melodies. ⊹ Saxophonist Laeton Olaleye is a rising talent in the Twin Cities jazz scene. Born and raised in Burnsville, Olaleye is an intriguing […]