Stacey Kent is a jazz singer in the mold of the greats, with a legion of fans worldwide, a host of honors and awards, and a singular place among the elite vocalists of today. A comparative literature graduate who is fluent in French, Italian, Portuguese, and German as well as English, Kent understands the unique power […]

Saturated by the influences of the New Orleans music scene, The Snowman Band combines deep pocket grooves from funk, zydeco, reggae, and rock while infusing fiery passionate improv and real melodic songwriting. The bands mission is to make every show a joyful experience for the listeners and get their bottom ends shaking!

Formed in 2001, Parisota Hot Club was the first, and is the longest-running, Hot Club style ensemble in Minnesota. Led by guitar master Robb Henry, Parisota faithfully explores and celebrates the pioneering music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. Parisota Hot Club is Robb Henry, guitar; Jim Plattes, violin; Matt Senjem, bass.

In Person and Live Stream The Gustavus Jazz Ensemble, directed by Dr. Dave Stamps, is the premier concert jazz ensemble at Gustavus Adolphus College. Formerly known as the Gustavus Jazz Lab Band and Gustavus Stage Band, the Gustavus Jazz Ensemble recently celebrated its 50th year of excellence. Founded in 1970 by Dr. Mark Lammers, the […]

In Person and Live Stream Alto saxophonist Henry Berberi lives in Morris, Minnesota and has studied with Jonathan Campbell, Matthew Patnode, Edmar Colón, and currently, George Garzone. Henry was a member of the 2021 Berklee Jazz Workshop under the direction of Terri Lyne Carrington and Edmar Colón and was awarded Honorable Mention in Jazz by […]

‘Red Planet with Bill Carrothers’ CD was released a few years ago and was one of the top albums released by Shifting Paradigm Records that year. Featuring the trio Red Planet (Dean Magraw guitar, Jay Epstein drums, Chris Bates bass) with award winning pianist Bill Carrothers the album earned local accolades from the MPLS Star […]