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What’s in a Name? Vol. 2
Dunsmore Jazz Room 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesDinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. An Evening of Great Entertainment What’s in a name? Well, for many songwriters, it seems there is quite a bit! Across all music genres there are songs named after people: Maria, Jenny, Jack, Barbara Ann, Mack, Mandy, Jolene, Danny Boy, Dulcinea, and so many more. From Broadway to Pop to Country to Swing, join Jen, and Andrew as they sing and play an eclectic mix of songs with names as their titles. 80% Music + 20% comedy = 100% Fun! Jen Maren: Host, Vocals Andrew Fleser: Piano, Vocals +Special Guest & Crooners Favorite, Doug Anderson! Jen Maren is an actress, singer, and VoiceOver talent. Known for her role of Marjorie Congdon in GLENSHEEN at The History Theatre, she has also appeared on many Twin Cities Stages including: Guthrie Theater, Ordway Theatre, Penumbra Theatre, Mixed Blood, Old Log Theater, Illusion Theater, Park Square Theatre, and Children’s Theater Company. Dr. Andrew Fleser, pianist and teacher, has performed as a soloist and accompanist throughout the United States and Europe. He has worked with many theaters in the Twin Cities, including Minnesota Orchestra, Children’s Theatre Company, History Theatre, and Park Square Theatre. His performances can be heard on Minnesota Public Radio, A Prairie Home Companion, and Cantus’s albums A Harvest Home and Manifesto. www.jenmaren.com
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Irving Berlin: I’ve Got Plenty To Be Thankful For with Maud Hixson
Dunsmore Jazz Room 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesDinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Great American Songbook Celebrating one of the most long-lived (101 years!) and beloved composers. He wrote words and music for over 1,000 songs for stage and screen, anthems and holiday favorites. Hear evergreens from “Blue Skies” to “What’ll I Do?” to “Always“. Maud Hixson: Vocals Rick Carlson: Piano Hailed as “gently virtuosic” (All About Jazz), Maud Hixson is a devoted exponent of great songs, ranging from the classic Great American Songbook to the often unsung or forgotten compositions awaiting rediscovery. Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Maud made her Guthrie Theater debut in the Noel Coward revue Coward’s Women, also appearing in Park Square Theater’s The Soul of Gershwin. Her newest recording is devoted to the music of her mentor, Sir Richard Rodney Bennett, which earned a 2024 Bistro Award. Rick Carlson taught himself to play the piano by studying the vast works of Count Basie and Duke Ellington and capitalizing on a long string of happy accidents. He has been the pianist for the Wolverines Big Band since 1980. “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 www.maudhixson.com
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Mick Sterling Presents / Elton John’s GOODBYE YELLOW BRICK ROAD
Main Stage Showroom 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesDinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Great Night of Elton John Mick Sterling Presents brings you a dream show if you’re an Elton John fan, with a unique performance of every song, in album order, of Elton John’s masterpiece double album GOODBYE YELLOW BRICK ROAD. Peter Guertin: Piano Charlie Peterson: Keyboards Cate Fierro: Background Vocals Cierra Hill: Violin and Background Vocals Lisi Wright: Violin and Background Vocals Brad Swagger: Drums Steve Price: Bass Steve Lehto: Guitar Joshua Stigen: Acoustic Guitar Mick Sterling: Lead Vocal Mick Sterling is a 40 year veteran of the Twin Cities music scene and a recipient of the Midwest Music Hall of Fame and The Minnesota Music Hall of Fame. He is also one of the leading voices in the Twin Cities music scene and a producer of over 30 different shows in the region www.micksterlingpresents.com
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Feeling Groovy: Simon & Garfunkel Tribute with a Twist
Main Stage Showroom 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesCrooners Classics – every Wednesday at 5:30 PM we will celebrate the beloved musical treasures of yesterday. Limited Menu Available A Joyful Tribute Containing All Of The Favorites! This fantastic tribute is a joyful, wholehearted celebration of Simon & Garfunkel and Paul Simon favorites. The show is led by a dynamic female duo (yep, that’s the twist!) who capture the well-known tight & intricate harmonies beautifully and is backed by a cracklin’ band. Their unique live performance includes unforgettable stories, audience participation, and performances that will grab your heart and have you smiling with nostalgia. Barbara Piper: Vocals, Guitar Pauline Jennings: Vocals Steve Jennings: Drums Craig Wasner: Keyboards, Guitar Pat Thorsteinson: Guitar Mike Legvold: Bass “I didn’t want the music to end. When it did, I wanted it to start all over again.” -Julianna (Feeling Groovy Audience Member) FeelingGroovyTribute.com
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Cruzando Latin Favorites: Havana to San Juan
Dunsmore Jazz Room 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesDinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Latin Music Adventure Cruzando pays tribute to classic Cuban Son and boleros from the Buena Vista Social Club, including hits like Chann Chann, El Cuarto de Tula, and Dos Gardenias. Their musical journey continues to Puerto Rico, where they perform En Viejo San Juan featuring the Puerto Rican Cuatro. Cruzando also covers artists like Celia Cruz, Gloria Estefan, Polo Montañez, and even Santana, showcasing a wide range of musical styles. Come along on this Latin Music Adventure! Joe Cruz: Guitar, Cuban Tres and Puerto Rican Cuatro Estibaliz Anabella Price: Vocals Tom Peterson: Bass Joel Arpin: Percussion www.joecruzmusic.com
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