Peter Goggin is a saxophonist, educator, and composer from Minneapolis, Minnesota.  After earning his undergraduate degree in Jazz Studies from the University of Michigan in 2019, he returned to the Twin Cities to develop an active performing and teaching career. In addition to leading his own projects, he has had the pleasure of professionally sharing […]

Gary and Louie met while Louie was studying at North Central University, and since their meeting they have worked on many projects together and played in many different settings. While Gary and Louie have worked together as sidemen for many artists in the city, now they are exploring the music that they love, and creating memorable […]

Original and re-composed standards from Standard Demolition album.   Featuring: Severin Behnen, Piano Randy Sabien, Violin Calvin Caron, Bass Adam Harder-Nussbaum, Drums

Keyboardist William Duncan presents an evening of music.   Featuring: William Duncan - keys

Mike Bartunek is a saxophonist and music educator based in the Twin Cities. This performance will feature his original compositions.     Featuring: Mike Bartunek - alto saxophone Andrew Long - tenor saxophone Mike Lauer - guitar Max Johnk - bass  Ben Ehrlich - drums

This 16 piece band boosts having been on-going for the last 35 years . Originally under the musical direction of arranger/ composer Steve Devich, they have built a library of big band music containing over 450 charts!

Abinnet and Lasse join forces for a great evening of music.   Featuring: Lasse Corson - keys Abinnet Berhanu - drums

The Bill Simenson Orchestra is a 17 piece big band (5 saxes, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones, guitar, piano, bass, and drums). Since June of 2012 the band has performed the first Tuesday of every month at Jazz Central Studios.

Ethan Ostrow is a Minneapolis-based pianist, composer, and singer who strives for an intense, lush sound. His music ranges from soaring melodies over head-banging grooves, to powerful reflective ballads. Ethan's compositions are “dynamic, passionate, and gorgeous” (East Bay Express) incorporating Rock, Funk, and Folk elements seamlessly into a modern jazz aesthetic.   Ethan has performed extensively […]

This 16 piece band boosts having been on-going for the last 35 years . Originally under the musical direction of arranger/ composer Steve Devich, they have built a library of big band music containing over 450 charts!

Salsa, Percussion and Colombian Pacific Music Ensemble Workshops: Organize workshops open to the community, especially focused on the rich fusion of Afro-Caribbean and Latin American rhythms that characterize the music of Las Guaracheras.   Founded in 2014 by Geoffrey West Senn and Mac Santiago (percussionist/drum set), the Twin Cites Latin Jazz Orchestra (TCLJO) brings together […]