The Beavers at Dubliner

The Dubliner Pub 2162 University Avenue, St. Paul

The Beavers play an eclectic mix of “bluegrassy” traditional, oldie-pop hidden gems and originals.

Up Jumped Spring

Dunsmore Jazz Room 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Jazz and Other Standards Vicky Mountain sings a romp through all things Spring. Birds and flowers (and a little “Blossom” Dearie), April, May, June (and a little “June” Christy), trees and sunshine and showers.standard or obscure, these songs and stories will delight. Vicky Mountain vocals Chris Lomheim piano Tom Lewis bass Singer Vicky Mountain is sassy, swinging, sultry, seasoned and surprising. Her warm tone and welcoming persona keep her audiences coming back for more. From standards to hip oldies, jazz to country, blues to bebop her selection of very cool tunes takes you back in time with musical memories – and makes new ones. Vicky is a long time teacher at MacPhail Center For Music and has recorded 4 CDs featuring her original songs and some of the Twin Cities best musicians. “Vicky weaves a jazz mood, turns songs into conversation and music into intimate theater. What makes a jazz singer a jazz singer? Listen to Vicky Mountain” – Andrea Canter

Story Tellers: The Great Songs of James Taylor, Billy Joel and Cat Stevens

Crooners Main Stage 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Tuneful, Timeless, Classic Pop Brilliant Story Tellers and Phenomenal Musicians, James Taylor, Billy Joel and Cat Stevens can really touch the Heart and Soul! A special night of wonderful songs, including many singalong favorites. Jay Fuchs piano, vocalsJames A. Rocco vocalsAndy LaCasse guitar, harmonica, vocalsReid Kennedy drumsKris Stauffer bass Jay Fuchs, James A. Rocco and Andy LaCasse are all beloved veterans of the entertainment world. 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”. Jay has served as music director for the Governor’s Inauguration Ball, the Basilica of Saint Mary Annual Fund Raiser, and many more. For 27 years he was the Music Theory Department Head at McNally Smith College of Music. are all beloved veterans of the entertainment world. As a teenager, James A. Rocco made his recording debut, singing a few lines on Frank Sinatra’s album Watertown. He starred on Broadway in CATS, toured the country in Jesus Christ Superstar, and performed as The Witch in Into the Woods. In 2021 Broadway World cited him as Twin Cities Vocalist of the Decade for his work on Broadway Songbook®. Andy LaCasse is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter and arranger. For over 30 years, he has been a favorite studio session player and live performance band member in all areas of the Twin Cities music scene.

The Bistro Showcase

The Finnish Bistro 2264 Como Avenue, St. Paul

Join us at 6:30 pm for The Bistro Showcase Hosted by Jun Sugiyama Featuring Kate Hanley & Sabel Peterson For more information visit our Events & Music Facebook page

Mama Hellcats

The Hook and Ladder Theater 3010 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis

“Mama Hellcats” Concert: Authentic and Passionate Performances by Talented Mothers to Raise Awareness for Domestic Violence Resources – May 16 at The Hook & Ladder Theater.

$12 – $17

Mama’s Table: Down Home Harmonies

The Belvedere at Crooners 6161 Highway 65 NE, Minneapolis

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 75 minutes before showtimes. Folk/Americana, Heart-Full Lyrical Melodies Mama’s Table weaves together heart-felt, down home harmonies with ethereal tenderness. Singing stories of love, pain, redemption and hope, held by lyrical strings, scintillating piano and in-the-pocket groove. Carin Vagle VocalsChristina Pawlowski VocalsTerrie Costello VocalsRichard Kriehn Mandolin, Violin, GuitarDik Hedlund Bass Jordan Hedlund Piano, Accordion Noah Hoehn Percussion, Harmonica Mama’s Table is a multi-generational group of beloved Minnesota musicians. Formed through long lasting family connections, St Joan of Arc music community and collaboration, this group has heart. Carin A transcendent, singular voice and spirit, Vagle is a founding member of Sophia, The Poet Tree, Simple Gifts and has performed with the Minnesota Orchestra. She is currently singing with Marc Anderson, The Billy McLaughlin band and her husband, Benjamin. Christina A powerhouse soul and jazz singer, Pawlowski’s singing career blossomed in Chicago, and continued on in the twin cities, and is the Founder of “Cadenza Kids” at her family owned business Cadenza Music in St. Paul. Terrie A classic folk songbird, Costello has performed with various elite choral ensembles, and is a beloved elementary school teacher in Minneapolis. Dik Bassist and former member of the Al Jarreau and Bonnie Raitt touring bands, Hedlund is one of the most requested recording and performing musicians in the area. Richard A Nashville touring artist, Kriehn has played with the Guys All-Star Shoe Band, the House Band on A Prairie Home Companion, several symphony orchestras, bluegrass and country bands, and has been featured on broadcast Television appearances. Noah Singer-songwriter, music technologist and multi-instrumentalist, Hoehn endeavors to explore the intersection of the blues, tribal percussion and his classical training. Jordan As a freelance performer on piano, bass and drums, Jordan gets called to do a lot of fun shows, and can be found playing something on stage for InterAct Theater, Saint Joan of Arc Church, and recently Rhythm Street Movement. Mama’s Table- “The Eye”

Devil Dodger

The Dubliner Pub 2162 University Avenue, St. Paul

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.