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Swing Brunch with Patty and the Buttons $6
Swing Brunch with Patty and the Buttons $6
Patty and The Buttons preach the gospel of hot rhythm and happy feet. The band is similar to what you would find in a dance hall, cafe or nightclub anywhere around the world between 1920-1940. Despite being an ensemble firmly rooted in tradition, the band presents their music without being shackled to history. They play their own compositions as well as takes on music of the era. Patty’s eclectic taste gives the band diverse influences including New Orleans Traditional Jazz, Western Swing, Gypsy Melodies, Ragtime Piano Blues, Jug Music and 1930′s Popular Song. The core instrumentation of accordion, clarinet, guitar and bass is light and swift, but also melancholic and lush when it needs to be. Patty, mostly known as an accordionist doubles as the bands vocalist. His voice is inspired most by the old time hollers and croons from the dawn of recording once described as “Tom Waits meets Rudy Vallee.” More than anything, The Buttons is a group that is always enjoying themselves… Which seems to give audiences permission to do the same.
The Big Christmas Singalong with Jay Fuchs and Doug Anderson
The Big Christmas Singalong with Jay Fuchs and Doug Anderson
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. An Epic Christmas Singalong in the Main Stage Showroom! The Big Christmas Singalong returns!! Jay and Doug will lead, and together you will belt out your favorite Christmas/Holiday songs. We’re talking White Christmas, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, O Holy Night, Silver Bells, You’re a Mean One Mister Grinch, Santa Baby, Silent Night, and many more. Bring your cell phone or your iPad (if you need bigger text), and put on your favorite festive holiday clothes! Jay Fuchs: Piano, Vocals, Song LeaderDoug Anderson: Vocals, Guest Song Leader Jay Fuchs is a renowned entertainer, music director, and music educator. For 25 years he has been the musical partner of Erin Schwab, the “Bette Midler of the Twin Cites”. Together they create and perform popular shows throughout the area, including Crooners Supper Club, LUSH Lounge and Theater, The W – Minneapolis, Birch’s on the Lake, and many other great venues. Jay is the founder and director of Dr. Jay’s Cabaret, which produces a series of fun and inspirational shows at a variety of popular entertainment spots. He has served as music director for Governor Walz’s Inauguration Ball, the Charlie Awards, the US Foods Awards Ball, the Basilica of Saint Mary Annual Fund Raiser, Children’s MN, and many more. For 27 years Jay was the Music Theory Department Head at McNally Smith College of Music. Doug Anderson is a veteran actor/dancer/performer in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. He has performed at the Guthrie, Chanhassen Dinner Theater, Hey City Theater, Center City Theater, and many others. He has also performed in London at The St. James Theater, Piaño, Crazy Coq’s, The Music Café and The Phoenix Arts Club.
Gypsy Mania Quartet ‘Hot Club’ Holiday Show
Gypsy Mania Quartet ‘Hot Club’ Holiday Show
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Great Manouche Swing and Jazz A Twin Cities-based swing Jazz band will perform ‘Hot Club’ holiday favorites in the jazz Manouche style. The Quartet performs a timeless jazz tradition commonly known as ‘Gypsy Jazz’, 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: GuitarGary Schulte: ViolinSteve Pikal: BassJay Epstein: Drums Composing and performing for nearly three decades, Glen Helgeson has established himself jointly in both world music and in the field of music therapy. Glen has recorded eight CDs with combined sales of over 50,000 units. His professional recognitions include: A Minnesota Music Award for “Best Instrumental, Experimental, Environmental” album; A Minneapolis Walker Art Center commissioned grant for the Sculpture Garden; and the Jazz Composer Grant from the West Bank School of Music. Glen achieved a Masters degree in Music (1999); a certification in Neurologic Music Therapy (2003), and has performed professionally for over 30 years. Gary Schulte is a master improvisor and performance composer to whom Stephane Grappelli gave his most sincere blessing. A veteran of A Prairie Home Companion, he has done everything from classical improvisation with harpsichord master Layton James to the avant garde with David Byrne, and extensive collaborative work with groups such as Ballet of the Dolls, Theatre de la Jeune Lune, and Zorongo Flamenco. Sought after as a jazz violinist, he has gigged with some of the greatest artists of the Gypsy Jazz genre, including guitarist legend Dorado Schmitt. A performance graduate of Indiana University School of Music, Schulte studied with Paganini virtuoso Rugierro Ricci. Steve Pikal is highly regarded as a first call bass player from the Minnesota Twin Cities area jazz scene. He has had the pleasure backing shows with legendary performers such as Cab Calloway, Bob Hope, and Margaret Whiting. Some of his additional playing credits include the Jim Cullum Jazz band, Butch Miles, Artie Shaw Orchestra, the Barbary Coast Dixieland Show band, Dick Hyman, Delfeayo Marsalis, Jon Weber, Danny Coots, Brian Holland, the Wolverines Big band, Butch Thompson, Hal Smith, John Cocuzzi, Jeff Barnhart, The Midiri Brothers, and the Bill Evans New Orleans Jazz band. Jazz drummer, Jay Epstein, has an extensive career as a performer, recording and touring artist. He’s been on 7 European tours with pianists Bill Carrothers & Giacomo Aula. Some of the notable artists he has performed with include the rock band Gypsy, Barney Kessel, Roseanna Vitro, Manfredo Fest, Sheila Jordan, Karrin Allyson, Kenny Werner, Howard Levy, Toots Thielemans, and Sarah Vaughan. His CDs, ‘Long Ago’ & ‘Easy Company’, featuring bassist Anthony Cox and pianist Bill Carrothers, have garnered luminous reviews in the international press. Current bands include Red Planet, Klezmerica, Framework,Firebell, and Gypsy Mania. “Gypsy Mania, Central Park, Roseville. It was amazing to see this kind of Minnesota musical talent, so dedicated to the fun and energy of 1930s swing jazz, carry on the tradition with such enthusiasm and skill” . Al Don – Pick Six Minneapolis Star Tribune worldviewmusic.com/gypsymania
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Sparrow Catcher at White Squirrel
Sparrow Catcher at White Squirrel
Americana, Classic Country, Western Swing, and Blues combine to create this vibrant new band, “Sparrow Catcher” enjoy playful interpretations of Patsy Cline, Bob Wills, Hank Williams, Loretta Lynn, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, & more! Starring powerhouse vocalist – Debbie Briggs (of Debbie Briggs Vintage Jazz & The Good Time Gals) and backed by the talents of Matt Blake (upright bass), Tim Kirchhof (guitar), and Sam Skavnak (pedal steel). Catch them for their White Squirrel debut on Dec 2!
Tom Hunter: Rockin’ Around The Christmas Keys!
Tom Hunter: Rockin’ Around The Christmas Keys!
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. A Rockin, Swingin’ Christmas Show! Come and see Tom Hunter and Frank Johns, The Soave Brothers, as they take you on a swinging trip through holiday classics! Tom Hunter: Piano, VocalsFrank Johns: Guitar Tom Hunter has been performing in the twin cities, and around the world, for the last 30+ years, and he brings it every time! From Orchestra Hall, to the smallest dive in town, and all joints in between, Tom has played them all! Joined by Frank Johns on guitar, these two friends from grade school become the swinging machine known as the internationally renowned SOAVE BROTHERS! www.tomhunterblues.com
Kathleen Johnson’s Holiday Hang at Dakota
Kathleen Johnson’s Holiday Hang at Dakota
Feat. Cornisha Garmon, LaMont Keten, and Len Jones Date & Time SHOW • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $35/30/25
The Great Irish Sing-Along
The Great Irish Sing-Along
New! First Monday of every month. Hosted by Paul McCloskey. Instruments are acceptable, but we don’t want an orchestra!
George Maurer Group Annual Holiday Show at Dakota
George Maurer Group Annual Holiday Show at Dakota
Clever Contemporary Christmas Tunes Date & Time SHOW • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $30/25/20
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Cool Yule with the WPK Trio feat. Judi Vinar & Peter Vircks
Cool Yule with the WPK Trio feat. Judi Vinar & Peter Vircks
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. A Night of Jazzy Holiday Standards WPK Trio returns to Crooners for the Holidays, joined by the vocal stylings of Judi Vinar and the sax artistry of Peter Vircks. Fresh, creative jazz interpretations of holiday favorites. Mark Weisberg: 6-string Electric and Fretless Basses Michael Pilhofer: Drums Phil Kadidlo: Piano. Keyboards Judi Vinar: Vocals Peter Vircks: Saxes Mark Weisberg has played with the Top jazz artists in the Twin Cities including Debbie Duncan, Prudence Johnson, Dennis Spears, Patty Peterson, T. Michael Rambo, Fred Steele, Mary Louise Knutson, and Ginger Commodore Quartet. Michael Pilhofer has been a top session and live-performance drummer in the Twin Cities music scene for over 30 years. Phil Kadidlo has accompanied many singers in the Twin Cities over his long career, including Prudence Johnson, Bruce Henry, Patty Peterson and Wayne Anthony and more. Judi Vinar has been singing in the Twin Cities since 1989, including regular appearances with the Wolverines Classic Jazz Orchestra, JazzMN Orchestra, Lori Dokken presentations, The Girls, and most recently with acclaimed guitarists Pat Donohue and Dean Magraw. She has toured internationally with Bobby McFerrin as a member of “Voicestra” and “Gimme5” since 2001. Beginning a teaching career in 1994, Judi developed the Voice Department Curriculum at Music Tech/McNally Smith College, and has been a member of Bobby McFerrin’s “Circlesongs” faculty since 2005. In 2014, Judi became a freelance vocal coach, technician and Circlesongs Facilitator. Recordings and more at www.judivinar.com. Peter Vircks is known for his distinctive and idiosyncratic musical style that melds contemporary innovation with deep-rooted traditions. Co-founding the celebrated electric jazz group Moveable Feast and leading both Midnight Love and the Peter Vircks Quartet, he has left an influential mark on the Minnesota jazz scene. Over his career, Peter has co-written and toured internationally with Rhythmic Circus Productions’ award winning Off-Broadway show “Feet Don’t Fail Me Now” and performed with a vast array of musical acts. Peter’s work is featured on over 50 albums, including his own 2014 release “What You Believe Is True,” which earned a place in Minnesota Public Radio’s top ten jazz favorites that year. His work spans not only albums but also television, independent film, and theater. His saxophone melodies will be featured on the upcoming Paramount Pictures horror/thriller “Apartment 7A,” set to release in 2024. More at www.petervircks.com WPK.com
Devil Dodger Tuesdays
Devil Dodger Tuesdays
Specializing in American roots music, Devil Dodger’s music draws on a range of themes from lost love, heartache, jail and going to his grandfather’s farm as a child. With Special Guests!
Jennifer Grimm : A Christmas with Family and Friends
Jennifer Grimm : A Christmas with Family and Friends
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Wonderful Night of Holiday Originals and Great Classics Jennifer shares the stage with her friends and family as they celebrate the season with new music and holiday classics. Jennifer Grimm: Vocals Colleen Raye: Vocals Debbie O’Keefe: Vocals Scottie Miller: Vocals, Piano Monique Blakey: Vocals Kathleen Johnson: Vocals C Ryan Shipley: Vocals Joe Cruz: Guitar, Vocals Kevin Rowe: Bass Greg Schutte: Drums Jason Craft: Piano Sue Orfield: Saxophone Plus Surprise Special Guests! Jennifer Grimm sang her way across the country with her family’s variety act for the first thirteen years of her life. After settling down in the Twin Cities in her teens, she attended public school for the first time and kept performing with her mother, Colleen Raye, in various venues including the Mall of America, Treasure Island Casino and Mystic Lake Casino. Soon after college, Jennifer ventured into her solo career, appearing on stages locally with such names as Garrison Keillor and Debbie Duncan, and in New York City, Europe and the Caribbean. With radio and recording success in local areas and overseas, Jennifer continues to base herself at home in the Twin Cities. JenniferGrimm.com
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Old Town Blues Jam at Whiteys
Irish Céilí Dancing
Irish Céilí Dancing
Join in the fun with an Irish céilí dancing session, every Wednesday with instructor Paul McCluskey and live music with local musicians.
Home For The Holidays at Crooners
Home For The Holidays at Crooners
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Night of Great Soul and R&B! The 2nd Annual Home For The Holidays is a soulful evening of music, inspiration and hope to benefit those in the Twin Cities who are houseless. Brian Ziemniak: KeyboardsArt Haynes: BassJose James: SaxophoneDeevo: GuitarDaryl Boudreaux: PercussionStokley Williams: Drums Jay Bee: VocalsKathleen Johnson: Vocals Ginger Commodore: Vocals Lamont Keten: Vocals Kendra Glenn: Vocals Jackson Hurst: Vocals Johnnie Brown: Vocals Featuring some of the Twin Cities finest musicians and vocalists! MidAmerica Talent
MN Songwriter Showcase hosted by Nick Hensley (FREE)
MN Songwriter Showcase hosted by Nick Hensley (FREE)
The Minnesota songwriter showcase
Twin Cities tradition since 2005
Curated by Nick Hensley of Love songs for angry men
Features 12 up-and-coming and veteran songwriters every Wednesday from 8 PM to 9:30 PM Sept-May
-FREE SHOW
-for more information message us at:
https://www.facebook.com/MNsongwritershowcase
28 events,
Travis Anderson Trio’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas” at Dakota
Travis Anderson Trio’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas” at Dakota
A Fantastical Holiday Story Date & Time Thu Dec 5, 2024 • 9PMDOORS • 9:00PM Cost $25/20/15
Kiss the Tiger December Residency at Ice House
Kiss the Tiger December Residency at Ice House
7PM DOORS 8PM SHOW. Full food & beverage menu available all night.GA w/ Limited Seating. First Come / First Served $15 ADVANCE (+taxes/fees)$22 AT THE DOOR (+taxes)DEC 5 - Big Salt DEC 12 - The Controversial New "Skinny Pill". DEC 19 - ahem DEC 26 - LAAMAR
Test Site 67 at Dubliner
Test Site 67 at Dubliner
Scottie Devlin’s Test Site 67 is a local super group! These guys will make you laugh, dance and listen. Wide range of covers songs and their own. Never a dull moment.
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29 events,
Davina & the Vagabonds: A Jazzy Holiday at Worthington Performing Arts
Davina & the Vagabonds: A Jazzy Holiday at Worthington Performing Arts
Adults: $35 Advance/$40 at the Door. Child/College: $15 Advance/$20 at the Door.
Summit Brewing Presents MN Record Show + Black Widows Vinyl EP Release Party at Hook and Ladder
Summit Brewing Presents MN Record Show + Black Widows Vinyl EP Release Party at Hook and Ladder
EVENT DETAILS RSVP ON FACEBOOK The Hook and Ladder Theater/MISSION/ZEN 9:00am – 3:00pm Live Music at 12pm FREE All Ages COVID-19 Policies EVENT DESCRIPTION Summit Brewing Presents MN Record Show + Black Widows Vinyl EP Release Summit Brewing Presents: MN Record Show as it hosts a Holiday Edition of its monthly record sale in The Mission Room & Zen Arcade with a special live set and vinyl signing from MN surf punk band Black Widows as they celebrate the release of their new vinyl EP ‘Swamp Rock City.’ Shop for records, cassettes, t-shirts, dvds, cds, posters and vhs from multiple vendors from 9 until 3pm. Step into The Mission Room for a live set from Black Widows at noon. Then meet them in Zen Arcade after their set to buy your signed copy of their newest limited edition green vinyl EP ‘Swamp Rock City’ and BW merch while drinking a delicious, special seasonal Summit beer. No cover. All Ages. Free parking in the back! Black Widows are a DIY surf-psyche-punk band from Mpls serving up wild surf guitar, slick bass grooves, mean beats, & riot grrrl vox. BW have toured overseas & nationally from Spain to NYC to LA playing bills and festivals w/ major local and national acts like Bombino, Dale Watson, L.A. Witch, The Trashmen, The Surfaris, Shonen Knife, Olivia Jean, The Coathangers, Death Valley Girls, The Darts, Supersuckers, NUR-D, HALEY, Mayda, Agent Orange, Man or Astro-Man, Messer Chups, The Surfrajettes, John Waters, & more. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
The Way Back Yard + Jed LaPlant $17 at Aster
The Way Back Yard + Jed LaPlant $17 at Aster
The Way Back Yard open up the night with some Christmas classics, originals and standards from Otis Redding, John Prine, The Eagles, Sinatra and many more.
Jed LaPlant of Wild Horses will play an intimate set of solo originals. Wild Horses opened for Willie Nelson this summer and will be going on tour with Trampled by Turtles this winter.
Meshell Ndegeocello: Live at The Walker Art Center
Meshell Ndegeocello: Live at The Walker Art Center
No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin Date & Time Sat Dec 7, 2024 • 9PM Cost $45/35/25
Grrrl Scout: Don The Gay Apparel at Hook and Ladder
Grrrl Scout: Don The Gay Apparel at Hook and Ladder
EVENT DETAILS The Hook AND LADDER Theater / mission room / zen Doors 9:00pm – 1:00am :: 21+ GA*: $15 (+ Fees) Early Bird (Limited Availability) $20 (+ Fees) Advance $25 (+ Fees) Day of Show $35 (Flat) Door (Limited QTY Available) ENTRANCE: Glassdoor on the Northside ally of the building **Tickets on Sale: November 15, 2024 at 10am** *Does not include fees NO REFUNDS COVID-19 Policies SPECIAL FEATURES Theater Bar and Dance Floor Mission Room Bar Zen Arcade/Record Room Extensive (Private) Outdoor Patio (4) Private Gender-Free Bathrooms Portable Bar Photo Booth EVENT DESCRIPTION GRRRL SCOUT: Don The Gay Apparel Break out that festive fringe and glitter – because it’s your time to shine!! Join us, December 7th, for our annual ‘not so formal’ formal, Don the Gay Apparel. Dress in your midwest best and get ready to turn up on the dance floor. Bring your favorite queer cutie or just come with pals. No dates required! We’ll have plenty of tasty treats and surprises to help get you in the holiGAY spirit. — Coat Check: $5 (Onsite) Cash & Card Accepted — Main Theater: La Nena Mission Room: ExGirl Performances by: Coffê + Friends Special Guests: Jack Asston — Space Features: Theater Bar and Dance Floor Mission Room Bar Zen Arcade/Record Room Extensive (Private) Outdoor Patio (5+) Private Gender-Free Bathrooms Portable Bar Photo Booth — Transportation/Parking: The Hook and Ladder is conveniently located near the Metro Blue Line (https://www.metrotransit.org/metro-blue-line) and is easily accessible via several Metro transit bus routes. There is free parking available (on a first-come-first-serve basis) within the north parking lot (behind the Hook and Ladder) as well as on the adjacent city streets. We recommend traveling within a group if utilizing any public transit options. Other rideshare options available via Lyft, Uber, etc. — Grrrl Scout events are created for queer folx (meaning, but not limited to all people that identify within the LGBTQIA+ umbrella) and their allies. CONSENT IS MANDATORY! Please remember to be considerate and respect others’ personal boundaries. We will not tolerate any racist, sexist, ableist, transphobic or homophobic language during any of our events and reserve the right to remove anyone that is causing harm. — Due to the nature of our events, which include the sale of food and beverages, we cannot properly enforce a mask mandate. Instead, we encourage our patrons to exercise their individual agency in correspondence with their personal comfort levels. It’s important to note that all public events carry inherent risks, and it is up to the individual to proceed with care in those situations. We will have complimentary masks available at the door for those that chose to wear one. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Flowers Now! A Celebration of Black Elders of the Arts Community at Cedar Cultural
Flowers Now! A Celebration of Black Elders of the Arts Community at Cedar Cultural
We gather to honor their work as beloved institution-builders, teachers, mentors, philanthropists, and devotees of the artistic calling.The Cedar Presents Flowers Now! A Celebration of Black Elders of the Arts CommunitySaturday, December 7, 2024/ Doors: 7:00 PM / Show: 8:00 PMAll AgesSeated$18 Advance, $23 Day of Show This is a seated show with general admission, first-come-first-served seating. The Cedar is happy to reserve seats for patrons who require special seating accommodations. To request access accommodations, please go to our Access page.For Cedar presented shows, online ticket sales typically end one hour before the door time, and then, based on availability, tickets will be available at the door.ABOUT THIS SHOWJoin us for “Flowers Now!” a performance and an awards ceremony honoring the contributions of a generation who helped build the Black Arts Movement and happen to call the Twin Cities home. The event will honor Donald and Faye Washington, Jean Ann Durades, Babatunde Lea, Douglas R. Ewart, Janis Lane Ewart, Seitu Jones, Carolyn Holbrook, Ta-coumba Aiken and Louis Alemayehu, community elders who have left a distinct impact on the artistic culture of cities in the upper midwest. We gather to honor their work as beloved institution-builders, teachers, mentors, philanthropists, and devotees of the artistic calling. The program will be hosted by renowned poet Tish Jones.With performances by drummer Kevin Washington, flutist Nicole Mitchell and poet Louis Alemayehu.Event sponsors include the University of Minnesota Libraries, Givens Collection of African American Literature and Life and KFAI Radio.Donald and Faye WashingtonTo learn more about Donald Washington:Visit his Facebook page hereTo learn more about Faye Washington:Visit her Facebook page hereJean Ann DuradesTo learn more about Jean Ann Durades:Listen to her episode hereBabatunde LeaTo learn more about Babatunde Lea:Visit his Facebook page hereCarolyn HolbrookTo learn more about Carolyn Holbrook:Visit her website hereDouglas R. EwartTo learn more about Douglas R. Ewart:Visit his Facebook page hereJanis Lane EwartTo learn more about Janis Lane Ewart:Visit his Facebook page hereSeitu Ken JonesTo learn more about Seitu Ken Jones:Visit his Facebook page hereTa-coumba AikenTo learn more about Ta-coumba Aiken:Visit his website hereLouis AlemayehuTo learn more about Louis Alemayehu:Visit his Facebook page here
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Blues & Biscuits Live Music Brunch – From Pimento Kitchen & MN Movement
Blues & Biscuits Live Music Brunch – From Pimento Kitchen & MN Movement
Join us on Sundays for a soulful blend of blues, southern soul, and irresistible Caribbean & American comfort food!
Swing Brunch with Patty and the Buttons $6 at Aster
Swing Brunch with Patty and the Buttons $6 at Aster
Patty and The Buttons preach the gospel of hot rhythm and happy feet. The band is similar to what you would find in a dance hall, cafe or nightclub anywhere around the world between 1920-1940. Despite being an ensemble firmly rooted in tradition, the band presents their music without being shackled to history. They play their own compositions as well as takes on music of the era. Patty’s eclectic taste gives the band diverse influences including New Orleans Traditional Jazz, Western Swing, Gypsy Melodies, Ragtime Piano Blues, Jug Music and 1930′s Popular Song. The core instrumentation of accordion, clarinet, guitar and bass is light and swift, but also melancholic and lush when it needs to be. Patty, mostly known as an accordionist doubles as the bands vocalist. His voice is inspired most by the old time hollers and croons from the dawn of recording once described as “Tom Waits meets Rudy Vallee.” More than anything, The Buttons is a group that is always enjoying themselves… Which seems to give audiences permission to do the same.
Cafe Accordion Orchestra: Cafe Christmas at Crooners
Cafe Accordion Orchestra: Cafe Christmas at Crooners
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. A Fun and Eclectic Holiday Show Cafe Accordion Orchestra celebrates the season with their arrangements of holiday favorites and yuletide obscurities. Dan Newton: Accordion, Vocals Eric Mohring: Mandolin, Violin, Vocals Erik Lillestol: Bass, Vocals Brian Barnes: Guitar, Vocals Joe Steinger: Percussion Dan Newton’s Cafe Accordion Orchestra (CAO) performs an eclectic mix full of French flare, Latin heat and Bohemian attitude. The heart of the CAO repertoire is the passionate sound of the French valsemusette. The group complements the musettes with swing, ballads, tangos, cha chas, rumbas, and cumbias to create a wonderfully varied show. CAO has been delighting audiences and dancers alike since 1995. They have appeared in New York at the Lincoln Center’s Midsummer Night Swing series, the International Akkordeon Festival in Vienna, Austria, the Minnesota State Fair, as well as festivals, theaters and dance halls across the United States. “Full of heart and impressive natural abilities, CAO completely delights audiences.”–Jazz Police CafeAccordion.com
Rock n Roulette 2024: A She Rock Fundraiser at Hook and Ladder
Rock n Roulette 2024: A She Rock Fundraiser at Hook and Ladder
RSVP ON FACEBOOK EVENT DETAILS The Hook and Ladder Theater Doors 5:00pm:: Music 6:00pm 18+ $20 Advance / $25 Day of Show COVID-19 Policies EVENT DESCRIPTION Rock n Roulette 2024: A She Rock Fundraiser with Annie and the Bang Bang Hosted by: Katy Vernon Get ready for an electrifying night of music at She Rock She Rock’s fifth annual Rock n Roulette fundraiser on December 8, 2024, at the Hook & Ladder Theater in Minneapolis. Experience the power of creativity as women and gender-expansive musicians, who’ve been rocking out and fundraising with their newly formed bands for 8 weeks, take the stage to perform their brand new original songs. Join us in supporting She Rock She Rock’s mission while witnessing the magic of music created in a matter of weeks! Grab your tickets and let’s make some noise for a great cause! This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Open Mic at Finnish Bistro
Open Mic at Finnish Bistro
Sign-ups start at 4:45 pm. More information can be found on our Events & Music page. (4) Events & Music at The Finnish Bistro | Facebook
Co-MingL Presents: Christmas At My Place at Crooners
Co-MingL Presents: Christmas At My Place at Crooners
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Soul, R&B, and Gospel Holiday Celebration! Celebrate the holiday season with the hottest band in the Twin Cities, “Co-MingL”. This critically acclaimed band gets to share their holiday favorites as they blend Soul, Rhythm & Blues, and Gospel, all into one intimate evening guaranteed to make your spirit bright. Expect to hear smooth, soulful sounds, as these gents blend harmony and melody to properly pay homage to the masters, past and present. Chilli Will: Vocalsg’Beau: VocalsKelz: VocalsPistol Pete: DrumsJonathan Bekure: BassGeoff LeCrone: Lead GuitarTaylor Hamilton: KeysScott Agster: TromboneTom Krochock: TrumpetBen Peterson: Saxophone g’Beau (pronounced “juh-boh”) an eclectic artist, multi-instrumentalist, producer, singer, songwriter, composer, and actor. g’Beau began playing guitar at age 5, by age 14, g’Beau was performing at many local and national venues/events, including The Special Olympics, The Superbowl, and recording/performing with many national artist such as Prince, Patty Austin, James Ingram, Sheena Easton, Pebo Bryson, Aaron Neville, Roberta Flack, and many others. In 2017, g’Beau was asked to join a USO touring band, that band would go on to perform at military bases in the Middle East region. That tour continued until the pandemic. g’Beau recorded his first solo CD “Love & Lies”. He has recorded multiple projects, with a new Album,”The Minister Of Music”, just released in August 2024. g’Beau’s, acting credits include appearances in the hit Broadway play Gospel at Colonus as “The Singer”, and, in Black Nativity. g’Beau, was a founding member of rhythm and blues cover band, “Urban Classic”. Will was born in Minneapolis Minnesota. Will has embraced all forms and genres of music from a very young age. Will entered the professional realm of music starting in 1998, when he began playing piano for the church choir. Throughout his musical experiences Will has had the pleasure of working with many local and national artist. In 2007, William founded the group, “God’s Will”. William also has been an original and touring member of the gospel group Darnell Davis and The Remnant. When he’s not performing with Co-MingL, Will is actively touring with an event band, “North Star”, a division of Elan Artists, and performing in Penumbra Theater’s, “Black Nativity”. As a singer, song-writer, and producer, Kelz knows his way around both the stage and the studio. Kelz is passionate about connecting with his audiences. His unique sound is a soulful blend of rhythm, blues, gospel, and hip hop, inspired by the likes of Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Alicia Keys, and John Legend to name a few.Mikal’s love for music and his undeniable work ethic will definitely leave a beauty mark in the world of music. Co-MingL is the hottest new band in the Twin Cities. ~O. Nelson
Nicholas David’s 11th Annual St. Nick’s Day Show at Dakota
Nicholas David’s 11th Annual St. Nick’s Day Show at Dakota
St. Paul Alt-Soul Date & Time SHOW • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $40/35
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Happy HoliDane: Take Five! at Crooners
Happy HoliDane: Take Five! at Crooners
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. A Fun Holiday Variety Show! Now in its fifth year, this Hullabaloo of holiday entertainment comes to Crooners! In the grand tradition of good ol’ variety shows, host Dane Stauffer is joined by frequent musical collaborator, pianist Dan Chouinard, and a bevy of the Twin Cities’ finest to light up the holiday night with humor, reflection, songs, stories, sketches, sequins, and soul. We also hear that “Someone Special” is comin’ to town! A warm and wonderful night for the whole family! Dane Stauffer: Vocals, Show Host Dan Chouinard: Piano ,Musical Director Kris Stauffer: Bass Lee Adams: Comedy Jennifer Maren: Vocals, Comedy Doug Anderson: Vocals Plus More Special Guests! Award winning Singer/Actor/Writer/Director/Playwright/ Theatre-Maker Dane Stauffer’s acting credits include a lead role the smash hit “Glensheen” (“Broadway world award: “Best Performance in a Musical”,)“ Scrooge” in Dolly Parton’s Smokey Mountain Christmas Carol/Ordway, Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol /Park Square Theatre. “When A Man Loves A Diva / Lab Theatre in Minneapolis. Awards include: “Best Actor in a Comedy” LA Stage Scene/All in the Timing, Best Actor /Broadway World for “Glensheen.” Nightclubs: Cafe Was and House of Blues, LA, Crooners and Dakota, MSP. When not onstage, with 40 years improvisation experience he can be found teaching empowerment through the arts to children and adults in all settings. ” SO much talent you forget its all one man!” www.danestauffer.com
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Leslie Vincent: A Jazzy Wonderland
Leslie Vincent: A Jazzy Wonderland
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Jazz and Holiday Original Music Leslie Vincent and her band present holiday classics, with a few surprises along the way, to get you in the mood for the season! Warm, jazz vibes perfect for a romantic holiday evening. Leslie Vincent: Vocals Patrick Adkins: Piano Blake Foster: Guitar Ben Ehrlich: Drums Matt McIntyre: Bass Mitch Van Laar: Trumpet Leslie Vincent is a prolific songwriter and vocalist, known for her distinctive vocals. Equally at home singing jazz, the Great American Songbook, musical theater, and contemporary pop, Leslie Vincent is hailed for her joy-filled performances, “as much a storyteller as she is a jazz singer” (DownBeat Magazine). Her two jazz albums have garnered local and national attention, and Jazz.88 named her original song “Icetown Blues” one of the best songs of 2023. “Leslie Vincent…is as much a storyteller as she is a jazz singer” — DownBeat Magazine www.lesliedellavincent.com
Jazz and Fingerstyle Guitar Concert Series at Fingals Cave
Jazz and Fingerstyle Guitar Concert Series at Fingals Cave
Talking Strings – Instrumental Trio "Reunion"!
Shaun Johnson Big Band: The Cool Yule Tour
Shaun Johnson Big Band: The Cool Yule Tour
Tonic Sol-Fa Frontman Date & Time SHOW • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $45/40/35
Spiked! Put Some Punch In Your Holidays
Spiked! Put Some Punch In Your Holidays
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. High-Energy Sketch Comedy! What is “Spiked?” First-rate music plus sketch comedy, all mixed up in a sparkling holiday punch! Featuring local music headliners and Brave New Workshop alums, it’s Saturday Night Live meets Mariah Carey…with cocktails! Joining the cast of Spiked! this evening are none other than … JOHN DENVER AND THE MUPPETS! That’s right! Dennis Curley has been bringing his beloved John Denver tribute show, Country Roads, to Crooners for years now, and he will be joined on stage by puppeteer Brad Erickson and his special friends Kermit the Frog and Rowlf the Dog! Fans of “John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together” will delight in this special, one-night-only musical trip down memory lane! Marc Bohn: Drums Dorian Chalmers: Vocals Dennis Curley: Vocals, Piano Scott Keever: Guitars Natalie Nowytski: Vocals, Bass Brad Erickson: Puppeteer Katy McEwen, Jim Robinson, Maureen Tubbs, Joshua Will: Sketch comedians, Writers This year’s cast of Spiked! includes Brave New Workshop alums Jim Robinson, Katy McEwen and Joshua Will plus local sketch comedy and improv favorite Maureen Tubbs, with music from Dennis Curley (The Explainers, Country Roads), Dorian Chalmers (Church Basement Ladies, The Mancini Players), Natalie Nowytski (Orkestar Bez Ime, Follow the Firefly), Scott Keever (The Sweet Colleens, solo artist), and Marc Bohn (Tim Sigler, Jim Stairs Band. “Spiked is such a perfect show—sketches that make you laugh and cry, incredible special guests, and rock-solid music that raises the roof and raises your spirits.” —Martha Pettee, creative director, writer, producer TableSaltProductions.com
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Old Town Blues Jam at Whiteys
MN Songwriter Showcase hosted by Nick Hensley (FREE)
MN Songwriter Showcase hosted by Nick Hensley (FREE)
The Minnesota songwriter showcase
Twin Cities tradition since 2005
Curated by Nick Hensley of Love songs for angry men
Features 12 up-and-coming and veteran songwriters every Wednesday from 8 PM to 9:30 PM Sept-May
-FREE SHOW
-for more information message us at:
https://www.facebook.com/MNsongwritershowcase
An Andy and Bing Christmas at Sheldon
An Andy and Bing Christmas at Sheldon
Featuring Ben Utecht with Mick Sterling and Cate Fierro and a 15 pc band Kids Play Free / Youth $19, $25, $36 / Adult $23, $31, $43 Kids Play Free not eligible in season packages
WE’RE SINGING UP JOY 4 CHRISTMAS
WE’RE SINGING UP JOY 4 CHRISTMAS
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Holiday R&B, Gospel and Jazzy Pop! Please join Gwen Matthews and Robert Robinson to celebrate the holiday season. And introducing vocalist Luther Eskridge, who stepped in for Robert last Easter. Plus their beautifully talented band! Gwen Matthews: Lead Vocals Robert Robinson: Lead Vocals Luther Eskridge: Lead Vocals Martial Besombes: Grand Piano Ryan Bynum: Keyboards José James: Percussion James Towns: Acoustic Bass Sandra Hodges: Backing Vocals Christine Rimpson: Backing Vocals Angela Stewart: Backing Vocals
Irish Céilí Dancing
Irish Céilí Dancing
Join in the fun with an Irish céilí dancing session, every Wednesday with instructor Paul McCluskey and live music with local musicians.
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Orange Goodness and The Nunnery
Orange Goodness and The Nunnery
#gap-1734788472 { padding-top: 31px; } EVENT DETAILS RSVP ON FACEBOOK #gap-237815884 { padding-top: 15px; } The MISSION ROOM AT THE HOOK Doors 7:30pm :: Music 8:00pm :: 21+ GA: $15 ADV / $20 DOS *Does not include feesNO REFUNDS COVID-19 Policies EVENT DESCRIPTION #gap-1332193635 { padding-top: 15px; } Winter Retreat Featuring…. The Orange Goodness and The Nunnery Special guest performances by…. Jelly (Dessa) and Deborah (Frederick,The First) Don’t miss this one of a kind show at the Hook and Ladder Mission Room! It will surely fill up. With Orange Goodness the awe inspiring talent that mixes Groove Infused Rock with Hip Hop influences! Paired with The Nunnery and Sarah Elstran’s Beautiful voice creating a lush soundscape! The Orange Goodness are an exciting groove-infused alt/indie rock band from Minneapolis. Mike Michel (vocals/guitars) Ian Allison (bass) & Reese Kling (drums) have been in the psyche of music enthusiasts for their sidemen work with MN greats Dessa, Haley, Jeremy Messersmith, Desdamona, and Terrell X, but their first love is writing and performing groove-infused alt/indie rock songs. Drawing inspiration from artists like Gorillaz, Beck, Cake, & Vulfpeck, The Orange Goodness are sponges for global rhythms and organic analog sounds that move and inspire. The Orange Goodness are trying to help the planet one song and one gig at a time! — The Nunnery begins with one voice, layered upon itself becoming a lush soundscape. Sarah Elstran is an independent musician that bridges the gap between bright-eyed pop composition and hands-on atmospheric live layering of voice. Her vocal loops give us the kind of detail and wide multi-octave range that we might come to expect from a marquee pop star, while her production decisions continually keep us guessing as to what rabbit holes her tracks might fall into next. #gap-322520117 { padding-top: 30px; } #gap-278169184 { padding-top: 22px; } #image_1893557523 { width: 100%; } This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. #col-223433559 > .col-inner { padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px; margin: 0px 0px -21px 0px; } #row-1235598067 > .col > .col-inner { padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px; } #col-864851248 > .col-inner { margin: 0px 0px -27px 0px; } #row-1616718646 > .col > .col-inner { padding: 0px 0px 15px 0px; }
Kiss the Tiger December Residency at Ice House
Kiss the Tiger December Residency at Ice House
7PM DOORS 8PM SHOW. Full food & beverage menu available all night.GA w/ Limited Seating. First Come / First Served $15 ADVANCE (+taxes/fees)$22 AT THE DOOR (+taxes)DEC 5 - Big Salt DEC 12 - The Controversial New "Skinny Pill". DEC 19 - ahem DEC 26 - LAAMAR
Debbie Briggs and Sparrow Catcher
Debbie Briggs and Sparrow Catcher
Americana, Classic Country, Western Swing, and Blues combine to create this vibrant new band, “Sparrow Catcher”!
An Evening with John Swardson $15 at Aster
An Evening with John Swardson $15 at Aster
Based in Minneapolis, John Swardson writes songs that bleed through the holes in the soles of his boots. “A songwriter of uncommon emotional detail, depth, and empathy.”
His catalog includes three records of originals, another soon to be released and a wide variety of covers that dart through his own music like Starlings at dusk.
John has opened for many influences over the last handful of years including:
Sturgill Simpson, BJ Barham (American Aquarium), Ben Nichols (Lucero), Semisonic, Gene Ween, Tommy Stinson, and Echo and The Bunnymen.
WE’RE SINGING UP JOY 4 CHRISTMAS at Crooners
WE’RE SINGING UP JOY 4 CHRISTMAS at Crooners
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Holiday R&B, Gospel and Jazzy Pop! Please join Gwen Matthews and Robert Robinson to celebrate the holiday season. And introducing vocalist Luther Eskridge, who stepped in for Robert last Easter. Plus their beautifully talented band! Gwen Matthews: Lead Vocals Robert Robinson: Lead Vocals Luther Eskridge: Lead Vocals Martial Besombes: Grand Piano Ryan Bynum: Keyboards José James: Percussion James Towns: Acoustic Bass Sandra Hodges: Backing Vocals Christine Rimpson: Backing Vocals Angela Stewart: Backing Vocals
Gunhild Carling at Dakota
Gunhild Carling at Dakota
Sweden's Queen of Swing Date & Time SHOW • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $60/55/45
Celtic Jam at Sir Bens Duluth
Celtic Jam at Sir Bens Duluth
Live Music Every Thursday we bring a little Celtic twist to our English pub with Celtic Jam at 7pm! An open jam session available to anyone that wants to join in! Open to all ages and talent levels.
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Erin and Jay Cabaret Present A Naughty and Nice Holiday Spectacular
Erin and Jay Cabaret Present A Naughty and Nice Holiday Spectacular
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Hilarious and Heartfelt Annual Holiday Variety Show! Ho, ho, HOLY COW! It is time once again for Erin & Jay Cabaret’s Naughty and Nice Holiday Spectacular! Grab your friends, family, co-workers, mailperson and favorite checker at TARGET and get your tix for the 2024 edition of Erin and Jay Cabaret’s most popular show!They will laugh, sing, cry and get a little saucy (and I’m not just talking about the liquor). It is always SO fun! No matter what Holiday you celebrate or how you feel about the Holidays – they have got you covered in this year’s Holiday Spectacular! Erin Schwab: Vocals Jay Fuchs: Vocals, Piano Erin Schwab and Jay Fuchs have been playing together in the Twin Cities and across the US for over 20 years. Erin and Jay have played all of the stages at Crooners for years and have written and performed many shows including 1967: Summer of Love, Erin sings Bette and their VERY popular Naughty and Nice Holiday Shows! They have played Clubs, Theaters, Weddings, Fundraisers, Garages, Living Rooms, Corporate and Political Events. Both Erin and Jay have also been Music and Theater Educators for years. Jay was the head of the Theory and Composition Department at McNally Smith College of Music for years and Erin was on the Voice & Ensemble Faculty there as well. Erin and Jay started Cabaret Camp and Jay has now evolved the original classes to cultivate a new group, The Cabaret All-Stars and they are playing numerous places around town as well. Erin is the audience coordinator and a regular Jason Show Contributor on Fox 9. She also is a Director of Educational Theater and Teaching Artist and one of the co-founders of ETC Productions, a new Educational Theater Company here in the Twin Cities. “Erin Schwab IS the Bette Midler of the Twin Cities” Jason Matheson of the Jason Show on Fox 9 and Jason and Alexis In The Morning on My Talk 107.1 FM