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Paris Chansons is an exciting French band with an Eastern European twist. They are known for their original renditions of French favorites from Aznavour, Dassin, Piaf, Macias, Adamo and Dalida, all the way to contemporary artists like Zaz & Stromae! Their exhilarating performances are punctuated with jazz standards as well as classics in Russian, Italian, and […]
With roots in the church and a solid foundation of musical education Joyann Parker found her authentic voice later in life. Then, she created her own blend of roots music that combines soul, R&B, gospel, jazz, and traditional blues styles. For the past decade, Parker has been a steadily rising star on the Midwest music scene. Joyann's […]
Just in case you aren’t familiar with Béla Fleck, there are many who say he’s the premiere banjo player in the world. Others claim that Fleck has virtually reinvented the image and the sound of the banjo. His remarkable career has taken him all over the musical map in a wide range of solo projects and collaborations. An […]
Just in case you aren’t familiar with Béla Fleck, there are many who say he’s the premiere banjo player in the world. Others claim that Fleck has virtually reinvented the image and the sound of the banjo. His remarkable career has taken him all over the musical map in a wide range of solo projects and collaborations. An […]
Arthur "L.A." Buckner is one of the Twin Cities' most creative drummers. His August 2020 release reached Number One on the iTunes jazz charts within twenty-four hours. Buckner's music is a fusion of his influences: Gospel, R&B, hip hop, African rhythms, and jazz. Meet the visionary talent known as Obi Original. With deep roots in Nigeria's vibrant music […]
A member of the Midwest music scene for many years, Ginger Commodore is a regular visitor to the Dakota stage. Classically trained, gospel-influenced, and jazz-inspired, Ginger’s musical foundation is a true amalgam of musical styles presented with her unique delivery.
“Taste and understatement. Swing and savoir-faire. Grace and grooves. Intimacy and panache. Singer Charmin Michelle delivers all of the above and more.” This is what the Star Tribune had to say about this charismatic chanteuse. Here, Michelle’s conversational style recalls the late Billie Holiday and other legendary ladies of jazz. And yet, her music is free of tiresome camp […]
Songs of Nina Simone: JazzMN Orchestra featuring Morgan James
Vocalist Cecile McLorin Salvant and her band
Minnesota Music Education Association All-state Jazz Band with trombonist Wycliffe Gordon
The Headhunters
From New Orleans, the Rebirth Brass Band
