Irish Music Session

The Dubliner Pub 2162 University Avenue, St. Paul, United States

Weekly trad session at the Dubliner.

Southern Nights: A Tribute to Glen Campbell at Crooners

Dunsmore Jazz Room 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Pop, Country, Rock A Tribute to Glen Campbell A loving tribute to this wonderful performer! At a recent show, Ben mentioned that he could spend his life singing Glen Campbell songs. From that offhand remark came this paean to this fabulous performer. We’ll cover all of his classics, and because Glen sang songs from all over the spectrum, you may hear some new favorites as well! Benjamin Dutcher, Vocals Kevin Dutcher, Piano/Guitar Kevin and Ben Dutcher have been singing together since Ben was 3, sitting next to Kevin at the piano and nailing “Over the Rainbow”. Ben’s repertoire covers a vast range of both opera and musical theater, having done multiple shows at Minnesota Opera and Theater Latte Da among others. Each holiday season you can see him in the Drama Desk Award winning production of “All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914” on PBS. Kevin has been lighting up Twin Cities stages for 40 years as a performer, Director and Music Director. He’s also played Albert the Elf at Bachman’s for 30 years.

Leslie Vincent & Tommy Ward Sing American Jazz Composers at Crooners

Crooners Main Stage 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Vocal Jazz, Crooners, Big Band, Traditional Pop Join critically acclaimed vocalists and entertainers Leslie Vincent and Tommy Ward as they sing through timeless pieces of American Jazz Composers. From Cole Porter to Duke Ellington, Gershwin and beyond, this twosome goes from swing to samba through the sounds that solidified this genre as an American creation. Leslie Vincent vocals Tommy Ward vocals Alex Schmidt-Karye trombone Stephanie Weiseler tenor sax Chandler Judkins trumpet Tommy Barbarella piano Steve Pikal bass Ben Ehrlich drums Leslie Vincent is an acclaimed vocalist and entertainer, equally at home singing the Great American Songbook and contemporary rock and pop. Her original song “Icetown Blues” was named one of the best songs of 2023 on Jazz.88 and AmericanaUK praised her voice as “Amy Winehouse had she gone full-tilt jazz.” “Tommy is the epitome of great music. He reminds me of working with Frank Sinatra in some strange way.” – QUINCY JONES

Live Music at Umbra: Three Piece & a Biscuit

Umbra Minneapolis 708 Third Street South, Minneapolis, MN, United States

As the Twin Cities’ premier Soul band, The Maxx Band’s – Three Piece & A Biscuit is a bite sized version of their live funk, soul and R&B review. Come out to drink,  dance, and dine to the music of Stevie Wonder, Maze, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin and more!   Umbra hosts complimentary live music every single Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. Learn more by visiting our website.

The R Factor: Remembering Prince at Crooners

The Belvedere at Crooners 6161 Highway 65 NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 75 minutes before showtimes. Funk Pop Contemporary A tribute to Prince. His purple reign will never be forgotten. Emil Campbell vocals Kimberly Michaels vocals Jay Bee vocals Joe Elliott guitar Art Haynes bass Kenyari Jackson drums Brad Broenen keyboards Jeff Fawbush saxophone Randy Grist trumpet Lynn Stonehocker violin A native of Florida, Emil Campbell began performing with his own band at the age of 12. Along with singing he plays the saxophone and keyboards, He has been described as energetic, dynamic and versatile. His electric presence on stage has earned Emil wide acclaim from Florida to Las Vegas, where he made his mark with impersonations of Michael Jackson, and Prince. He was the music director for Anita Ward, who sang the hit single “Ring My Bell”, and has been in plays such as the hit musical Inner City Opera with JD Steele. Emil is currently doing a recording project and serves as The R Factor’s musical director and band leader. “The R Factor is fantastic.” –Michael Bland TheRFactor.com