A funky instrumental trio consisting of three of the Twin Cities’ most seasoned musicians (we’re talking fresh herbs—none of the stale, dried-out store-bought stuff), Trench Size Trio have been developing a sound and a body of work for close to a decade, and they are not showing any signs of slowing down. Guitarist/songwriter Tom Reichert is the […]

The Jack Schabert Jazz Orchestra returns to the Twin Cities to present their annual holiday show, blowing all your favorite holiday tunes to astronomical proportions. Nothing better to top off your holiday season than a 16 piece professional big band melting your face. And ripping out your heart. Directed by Jack Schabert Jack Schabert is a […]

Come on down to Fingal’s Cave, grab a pint and enjoy an evening of dynamic music put on by Chroma!   Chroma is an electric-based jazz fusion trio that features saxophonist Jonah Walt, keyboard/synth bassist Zach Luginbill and drummer Fletcher Myhre. The group’s sound is inspired by saxophonist Chris Potter’s “Circuits” trio and the duo […]

Henry Dickhoff, Kenny Reichert, and Ben Ehrlich come together with an organ trio.   Featuring: Henry Dickhoff (Chi) - Hammond B3 Organ Kenny Reichert (MKE) - guitar Ben Ehrlich - drums

Organist Henry Dickhoff, guitarist Kenny Reichert, and drummer Ben Ehrlich bring a fresh spin to the classic organ trio, blending original compositions with choice standards. Expect tight interplay, adventurous improvisation, and a sound that bridges classic swing with a modern edge. Henry Dickhoff is a jazz organist based in Chicago. He began playing Hammond organ […]

A Twin Cities-based swing Jazz band will perform 'Hot Club’ holiday favorites in the gypsy jazz style. The Quartet performs a timeless jazz tradition commonly known as jazz manouche, a blend of traditional Roma music and swing jazz. The ‘Hot Club’ jazz tradition brings back happy memories of the swing jazz era. Glen Helgeson: Guitar […]

Henry Scamurra’s Urban Forum is a group of young musicians pushing their sound to the next level at every turn. Their fiery modern sound is rooted in jazz but actively mingles with other genres and sounds. Band Members: Henry Scamurra - Alto Saxophone Isaiah Petrie - Vibraphone Jaylen Ward - Drums Spencer Reeve - Acoustic […]

Henry Scamurra’s Urban Forum is a group of young musicians pushing their sound to the next level at every turn. Their fiery modern sound is rooted in jazz but actively mingles with other genres and sounds. Band Members: Henry Scamurra - Alto Saxophone Isaiah Petrie - Vibraphone Jaylen Ward - Drums Spencer Reeve - Acoustic […]

The Masa Ishikawa Trio returns to Jazz Central Studio with various original compositions/arrangements. The trio features Chris Bates on bass and JT Bates on drums.   Originally from Fukushima, Japan, Masa Ishikawa came to the United States in 2003 to begin his formal musical training in Seattle, Washington. Masa has performed at various jazz festivals and concerts […]

Ben Glaros has been living, breathing, singing and playing music his whole life. Since he first picked up the guitar when he was twelve there has been no doubt where his passion and energy would be directed. Since then he’s been immersed in his creative pursuits as a guitarist, singer and songwriter, contributing his formidable […]

We’re very excited to be running another iteration of the MetroNOME Youth Jazz Orchestra! This program is a weekend of putting on a big band jazz show, with a rehearsal on Saturday and a show on the Sunday afternoon. More info is in the sign up form below, and the flyer attached. Registration and Info link

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 […]

Pianist, Lasse Corson returns to Jazz Central for an evening of music.

Pianist and composer Kavyesh Kaviraj tells his own story on his debut album, Fables. Fables is the debut album from pianist and composer Kavyesh Kaviraj. The bandleader arrives in full force, after years accompanying the likes of Wynton Marsalis, David Sanchez, Justin Robinson, Roosevelt Collier, Steve Cole, and many others. Over eight original compositions, Kaviraj […]