John Louis

The Dubliner Pub 2162 University Avenue, St. Paul

John Louis crafts heartworn country folk songs, born of a blend of observation, experience, introspection and empathy.

Sultry Sounds of Jazz and R&B featuring Erica West

Dunsmore Jazz Room 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. A Great Night of Hot R&B and Jazz Join Erica West for an enchanting evening that promises to be a celebration of the sultry sounds of Jazz and R&B. This music will feature the powerful and emotive voices of legendary artists, including Nina Simone, Shirlee Horn, Sarah Vaughan, Lizz Wright, Rachelle Farrell, Diana Krall, Esperanza Spaldinga, Jill Scott and more creating a magical tapestry of music that transcends time. More than just a concert, this immersive experience highlights the strength and artistry of female vocalists from the 1940s to the present day.Erica West: Vocals Jordan Hedlund: Piano Tim Zhorne: Drums Erik Yates: Bass Guitar In a uniquely captivating way, Erica West brings a beautiful fusion of soulful, R&B and Jazz inspired melodies to the microphone. But do not let her silky vocals fool you. Erica’s vocal style is both powerful and sultry influenced by female vocalists such as Barbara Streisand, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Nina Simone, Shirley Horn, Roberta Flack, Sarah Vaughan, Lizz Wright, and Jill Scott. ericawestmusic.com

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 Jesse Patience & Poliewog For more information visit our Events & Music Facebook page

American Songbook Jazz Party with Karrin Allyson & Deborah Grace Winer

Main Stage Showroom 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. American Songbook Classic Jazz Rodgers & Hammerstein–the most famous songwriters on the planet. Rodgers & Hart–wrote some of the most legendary standards of all time. 5-time Grammy award nominee Karrin Allison and leading American Songbook visionary Deborah Grace Winer (Dizzy’s Club, Jazz at Lincoln Center) lead this hot and cool jazz party. With a starry band, some breezy stories, and swinging great songs from My Heart Stood Still to This Can’t Be Love, standards from Oklahoma!, The King and I, South Pacific and more. A classic jazz blast! Karrin Allyson: Vocals, Music Director Deborah Grace Winer: Host Adi Yeshaya: Piano Jeff Bailey: Bass Dave Schmalenberger: Drums With surprise guest! Karrin Allyson has received five Grammy award nominations among the more than 15 albums she has recorded for Concord and other labels. Her Rodgers and Hammerstein album, Many a New Day, earned her a Grammy nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album, and peaked at 13 on the Billboard Jazz albums charts. Her most recent album, all-originals, is Some of That Sunshine. She tours the world in concert and clubs, including the major jazz festivals, and was featured in the Newport—Now 60 Tour. Deborah Grace Winer is creator and host of Jazz at Lincoln Center’s popular Songbook Sundays at Dizzy’s Club, celebrating the American Songbook; she’s one of the world’s leading experts on the American Songbook. Writer and creator of revues and concerts, her collaborations include many major arts institutions. Author and dramatist, her work has appeared in the New York Times; one of her four books was recently named by the Wall Street Journal one of the Five Best Books on American songwriters.”Her vocal style is so warm, intimate and compelling–it’s clear that she cares about the words and telling the story, with clarity and without artifice–practically a lost art these days.” –Michael Feinstein Praise for Deborah Grace Winer’s Songbook Sundays at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Dizzy’s Club: “The most exquisite and enjoyable musical entertainment to be found on the live entertainment stages of New York City.” (Broadway World) Praise for Karrin Allyson: “One of the most grounded singers working today, exceptionally keen eye for the semi-obscure pop or jazz number that speaks directly to the moment.” (The New York Times). karrin.com