Your Guide to the Local Jazz Scene
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Charlie Painter Duo
Charlie Painter Duo
Each week I'm joined by a different guest for two sets of Jazz in the upstairs of Gib's victorian style cocktail bar. If you're hungry you can pair our vibe with pizza or the "Date Night" special. The Date Night special from Grampa's Pizza next door is... 1 small plate or salad, 1 specialty pizza, […]
1 event,
The Cameron Spann Quartet
The Cameron Spann Quartet
Join us for an evening of Straight Ahead Jazz, Fusion, Experimental and Standards at Lucille with The Cameron Spann Quartet!
1 event,
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band was formed in 1998 and has been named Madison's Favorite Jazz Band by Isthmus Magazine for over 15 years . The band has opened for some of the world's top Latin Jazz performers throughout that period including Eddie Palmieri, Poncho Sanchez, John Santos and Giovanni Hidalgo to name a […]
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Jim Erickson
Jim Erickson
Jazz piano every Saturday 5:30 - 8:30. Jim Erickson holds a master’s degree in classical piano performance and bachelors in jazz piano performance, both from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. Private teachers include Willie Pickens in Chicago and Kenny Barron in New York City. Jim’s compositions and recordings for advertising have won seven local Addys […]
Michael Hackett Quintet: Pawan Benjamin, Dave Stoler, Peter Dominguez, Michael Brenneis
Michael Hackett Quintet: Pawan Benjamin, Dave Stoler, Peter Dominguez, Michael Brenneis
TICKET LINK | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/michael-hackett-quintet-tickets-1047946465087?aff=oddtdtcreator ONLINE TICKETS SALES END 4 HOURS BEFORE SHOWTIME. TICKETS MAY ALSO BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR. Dr. Hackett has performed extensively with touring entertainers and pops orchestras across the country backing up artists such as Aretha Franklin, Natalie Cole, and Perry Como. His playing has been featured in many national television […]
Set Trippin: Feat Justin Dillard and Jumaane Taylor
Set Trippin: Feat Justin Dillard and Jumaane Taylor
Cafe CODA presents Justin Dilliard (Pianist) and Jumaane Taylor (Tap Dancer) for an exceptional performance! The personnel includes: Justin Dillard - Hammond Organ Mayshell Morris - Flute Vinnie Roofe - Acoustic Guitar And special guest Jumaane Taylor - Hoofer/Tap Dance Born and raised on the west side of Chicago and attending both Vandercook College of […]
3 events,
Sarah Pray
Sarah Pray
Sarah, accompanied by her father, John, will perform jazz standards from the 30s to today. Their favorite singers include Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Elis Regina, Patsy Cline, Norah Jones, and Eva Cassidy. The Cider Farm The Cider Farm offers ciders made with organic, true cider apples grown near Mineral Point, Wisconsin. The ciders pair beautifully […]
The New Stellanovas
The New Stellanovas
The New Stellanovas jazz quintet are here at the Harmony and ready to blow your socks off. Bring extra socks!
Ryan Meisel New CD release ‘JARRED’
Ryan Meisel New CD release ‘JARRED’
Ryan Meisel Quartet v.jarred, jar-ring, jars. –intr. 1. To make or utter a harsh sound. 2. To be disturbing or irritating; grate: The noise jarred on my nerves. 3. To shake or shiver from impact. 4. To clash or conflict.- tr. 1. To bump or cause to move or shake from impact. 2. To startle […]
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Five Points Collective
Five Points Collective
The Five Points Jazz Collective has been a quirky and disparate presence in Madison’s music scene for over a decade. Serving as the house band at the Mason Lounge since it opened in 2010, the Collective is an extended family of local musicians from varied backgrounds. Playing a mixture of jazz old and new, the […]
Charlie Painter Duo
Charlie Painter Duo
Each week I'm joined by a different guest for two sets of Jazz in the upstairs of Gib's victorian style cocktail bar. If you're hungry you can pair our vibe with pizza or the "Date Night" special. The Date Night special from Grampa's Pizza next door is... 1 small plate or salad, 1 specialty pizza, […]
3 events,
The Fred Cantu Quartet
The Fred Cantu Quartet
Join us for a night of Straight Ahead and Latin Jazz featuring The Fred Cantu Quartet!
3 events,
ZuZu Jam Session
ZuZu Jam Session
This jam happens every Thursday, outside on the terrace in nice weather and inside otherwise. A house rhythm section is usually provided. The jam is really two distinct jams: early jazz from 4-5:15, and classic/ midcentury to modern jazz from 5:30-7. The early jazz jam will include blues/ New Orleans/ early Tin Pan Alley: tunes […]
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band was formed in 1998 and has been named Madison's Favorite Jazz Band by Isthmus Magazine for over 15 years . The band has opened for some of the world's top Latin Jazz performers throughout that period including Eddie Palmieri, Poncho Sanchez, John Santos and Giovanni Hidalgo to name a […]
Night of the Improvisor featuring Victor Campbell.T
Night of the Improvisor featuring Victor Campbell.T
Every first Thursday, 'Night of the Improvisor' hosted by Hanah Jon Taylor, features special guests. This month, we are featuring drummer Victor Campbell.T The second set will be open for a jam session. Victor Campbell has lent his sound to many of Milwaukee’s finest musical organizations for years and is a direct link to many […]
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UW Creative Music Ensemble, Blue Note Ensemble
UW Creative Music Ensemble, Blue Note Ensemble
Tandem Press and the UW-Madison Mead Witter School of Music’s Jazz Studies Program are pleased to present the Tandem Press Friday Jazz Series, featuring students from the UW-Madison Mead Witter School of Music’s Jazz Studies Program under the leadership of Johannes Wallmann, the John and Carolyn Peterson Chair in Jazz Studies, along with Dan Cavanagh, […]
Gerri DiMaggio Trio
Gerri DiMaggio Trio
The Gerri DiMaggio trio invites you into a creative and colorful world of Brazilian Samba, Bolero, and a fresh take on American standards. It’s music that connects and inspires joy. Featuring Bob Pesselman on guitar and John Mesoloras on bass.
Bob Kerwin & Doug Brown
Bob Kerwin & Doug Brown
Mouth-watering food, friendly service, and the romantic sounds of guitar-saxophone jazz. Quiet enough for conversation.
6 events,
Madison Jazz Jam at UW Madison Jazz Invitational
Madison Jazz Jam at UW Madison Jazz Invitational
Today's jam is at a different location and time. UW Madison Jazz Studies Department hosts a day-long Jazz Invitational for Area High Schools. MJS partners with them to bring the Madison Jazz Jam to the participating students and the broader community. All ages, all levels are welcome to the jazz jam and to attend a […]
UW Jazz Invitational
UW Jazz Invitational
Featuring Vel Phillips Memorial High School, Madison West High School, Waunakee High School, Middleton High School, and UW Jazz Orchestra
Jim Erickson
Jim Erickson
Jazz piano every Saturday 5:30 - 8:30. Jim Erickson holds a master’s degree in classical piano performance and bachelors in jazz piano performance, both from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. Private teachers include Willie Pickens in Chicago and Kenny Barron in New York City. Jim’s compositions and recordings for advertising have won seven local Addys […]
4 events,
Charlie Painter
Charlie Painter
Charlie Painter is a self-studied, self-producing, Madison-based guitarist, teacher, and band leader. With over a decade of weekly Jazz gigs under his belt, Painter’s approach to bop, blues, and big band will keep your mind guessing and feet dancing.
A Tribute to Two Giants: Roscoe Mitchell & Terry Martin – Day 2: EPD & Roscoe Mitchell Q’tet
A Tribute to Two Giants: Roscoe Mitchell & Terry Martin – Day 2: EPD & Roscoe Mitchell Q’tet
In Memoriam Terry Martin, Cafe Coda Presents A Benefit For the Cool Jazz School Featuring a Weekend of Roscoe Mitchell and Friends. DAY 2 Sunday 12/8: 3 PM - EPD 5 PM - Roscoe Mitchell Quartet Roscoe Mitchell-woodwinds and percussion Weasel Walter-drums and percussion Sandy Ewen-guitar and electronics Damon Smith-contrabass https://balancepointacoustics.... In Memoriam Terry Martin […]
Mr Chair
Mr Chair
Join Lola’s and Mr. Chair for “A Charlie Brown Christmas Dinner Experience” on Sunday, December 8, with shows at 5 and 8:30 pm. The band will be performing the classic Vince Guaraldi Trio’s “Charlie Brown Christmas” in it’s entirety! Your ticket is your admission into Lola’s only. Drinks and food will be ordered and paid […]
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UW Jazz Composers Group, UW Creative Music Ensemble
UW Jazz Composers Group, UW Creative Music Ensemble
Arun Luthra & Emma Dayhuff, directors Jazz Composers Group Hudson Treinen, tenor saxophone Alex Gallatin, violin McGregor Farah, guitar Dan VanZeeland, piano Ethan Feiges, bass Michael Plumridge, drums & cymbals Creative Music Collective Noah Joque, trumpet Cole Pecor, guitar Jake Artang, piano Alex Feucht, bass Ian Dutter, drums & cymbals
3 events,
UW Resistance Music Ensemble, UW Afro-Cuban Jazz Ensemble
UW Resistance Music Ensemble, UW Afro-Cuban Jazz Ensemble
Nick Moran, director Resistance Music Ensemble Avery Brutosky, vocals Isabelle Travanty, violin Josh Mayer, guitar Ryan Logan, piano Heide Lillegard, bass Christiaan Hajos, drums Afro-Cuban Jazz Ensemble Noah Schmedding, alto saxophone Thomas Wieland, tenor saxophone Michael Trottier, trombone Rishit Khare, guitar Henry Blaney, piano Jan Grzywacz, bass Maddox Neumann, drums & cymbals Trevor Maliboski, percussion […]
Charlie Painter Duo
Charlie Painter Duo
Each week I'm joined by a different guest for two sets of Jazz in the upstairs of Gib's victorian style cocktail bar. If you're hungry you can pair our vibe with pizza or the "Date Night" special. The Date Night special from Grampa's Pizza next door is... 1 small plate or salad, 1 specialty pizza, […]
2 events,
UW Blue Note Ensemble
UW Blue Note Ensemble
The Fall 2024 edition of the UW Blue Note Ensemble performs music that pianist/composer Herbie Hancock recorded as a bandleader in the 1960s, including hits such as "Watermelon Man" and "Cantaloupe Island" as well as lesser-known master pieces from Taking Off, My Point of View, Empyrean Isles, Maiden Voyage, and Speak Like a Child. The […]
Nick Moran Quartet
Nick Moran Quartet
Join us for a night of Latin Jazz, Standards, Soul, and Rare Grooves at Lucille with The Nick Moran Quartet!
5 events,
ZuZu Jam Session
ZuZu Jam Session
This jam happens every Thursday, outside on the terrace in nice weather and inside otherwise. A house rhythm section is usually provided. The jam is really two distinct jams: early jazz from 4-5:15, and classic/ midcentury to modern jazz from 5:30-7. The early jazz jam will include blues/ New Orleans/ early Tin Pan Alley: tunes […]
Doug White and Austin Cebulske Duo
Doug White and Austin Cebulske Duo
Join us for our Thursday Happy Hour! Enjoy great drink specials while listening to the fantastic music of Doug White and Austin Cebulske Duo. Austin Cebulske on tenor sax HTTP://austincebulskejazz.com/... Doug White on Hammond organ & keyboards HTTP://dougwhitejazzpiano.band... FREE EVENT!! Donations are welcome!
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band was formed in 1998 and has been named Madison's Favorite Jazz Band by Isthmus Magazine for over 15 years . The band has opened for some of the world's top Latin Jazz performers throughout that period including Eddie Palmieri, Poncho Sanchez, John Santos and Giovanni Hidalgo to name a […]
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Doug White, Tom Gullion, Dave Cooper, Mark Urness, Dane Richeson
Doug White, Tom Gullion, Dave Cooper, Mark Urness, Dane Richeson
The quintet features Tom Gullion, sax and flute, Dave Cooper, trumpet and flugelhorn, Dane Richeson, percussion, Mark Urness, bass and Doug White, piano and synthesizer. Together they blend free improv, original compositions and modern jazz classics in playful, dynamic conversation. Lively Latin, swing and fusion rhythms meet rich melodic and harmonic textures in jubilant and […]
Bill Roberts Combo
Bill Roberts Combo
Bill Roberts Combo Deluxe edition @ Cardinal Bar Madison WI featuring Robbie Wilson on Congas
Jim Erickson
Jim Erickson
Jazz piano every 2nd Friday at 5:30. Jim Erickson holds a master’s degree in classical piano performance and bachelors in jazz piano performance, both from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. Private teachers include Willie Pickens in Chicago and Kenny Barron in New York City. Jim’s compositions and recordings for advertising have won seven local Addys […]
3 events,
Bill Roberts Combo Deluxe Edition
Bill Roberts Combo Deluxe Edition
Bill Roberts (Guitar) and his combo play jazz and blues. Featuring Robbie Wilson on Congas.
Jim Erickson
Jim Erickson
Jazz piano every Saturday 5:30 - 8:30. Jim Erickson holds a master’s degree in classical piano performance and bachelors in jazz piano performance, both from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. Private teachers include Willie Pickens in Chicago and Kenny Barron in New York City. Jim’s compositions and recordings for advertising have won seven local Addys […]
Ben Ferris Octet – Annual Christmas Show
Ben Ferris Octet – Annual Christmas Show
Tickets $20-25 | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ben-ferris-octet-annual-christmas-show-tickets-1002353294687?aff=oddtdtcreator ONLINE TICKETS SALES END 4 HOURS BEFORE SHOWTIME. YOU MAY ALSO PURCHASE TICKETS AT THE DOOR The Ben Ferris Octet is back with their annual Holiday Show! Featuring an all-star Wisconsin band of Nick Bartell, Ben Knox, Jon Hoel, Luke Busch, Paul Dietrich, Darren Sterud, Paul Muench, Ben Ferris and Michael […]
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Christo Rupenthal
Christo Rupenthal
Christo Ruppenthal has been a professional musician and music entrepreneur since 2003. As an award-winning multi-instrumentalist, Christo plays Django Reinhardt and trad-jazz style guitar, Hawaiian style lap steel guitar and ukulele, and Western Swing. With thousands of gigs both across the U.S. and internationally to his credit, he is an avid performer. He has been […]
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Les Cordes en Blue
Les Cordes en Blue
Join us at Leopold's to welcome Les Cordes en Blue for another night of free live music! Les Cordes en Blue plays music inspired by the legendary Django Reinhardt and combines that with a love of hot jazz, trad jazz, bebop, straight-ahead jazz, and jazz standards.
3 events,
Jake Kruse Jazz Quartet
Jake Kruse Jazz Quartet
Jake Kruse, Richard Hildner, Forrest Evans, and Jordan Kowalski play jazz from the 1930s through the present, including swing, bebop, post-bop, and Latin tunes. The string-centric trio instrumentation includes voice, two guitars, upright bass, and drums.
Charlie Painter Duo
Charlie Painter Duo
Each week I'm joined by a different guest for two sets of Jazz in the upstairs of Gib's victorian style cocktail bar. If you're hungry you can pair our vibe with pizza or the "Date Night" special. The Date Night special from Grampa's Pizza next door is... 1 small plate or salad, 1 specialty pizza, […]
2 events,
Jazz Improv Workshop and Jam
Jazz Improv Workshop and Jam
Jazz Improvisation workshop 6-7PM open to all levels of players: Crafting a Meaningful Solo with Voice-Leading. Led by Austin Cebulske. More about Austin here: https://www.austincebulskejazz.com Beneath the surface of every great jazz improvisor is a subtle mastery of harmonic movement thru single-note voice-leading. The standard jazz repertoire is largely based upon a beautifully structured harmonic […]
The Cameron Spann Quartet
The Cameron Spann Quartet
Join us for an evening of Straight Ahead Jazz, Fusion, Experimental and Standards at Lucille with The Cameron Spann Quartet!
4 events,
ZuZu Jam Session
ZuZu Jam Session
This jam happens every Thursday, outside on the terrace in nice weather and inside otherwise. A house rhythm section is usually provided. The jam is really two distinct jams: early jazz from 4-5:15, and classic/ midcentury to modern jazz from 5:30-7. The early jazz jam will include blues/ New Orleans/ early Tin Pan Alley: tunes […]
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band was formed in 1998 and has been named Madison's Favorite Jazz Band by Isthmus Magazine for over 15 years . The band has opened for some of the world's top Latin Jazz performers throughout that period including Eddie Palmieri, Poncho Sanchez, John Santos and Giovanni Hidalgo to name a […]
Madison Jazz Orchestra
Madison Jazz Orchestra
The hottest, swingin’est jazz orchestra in southern Wisconsin, the nineteen-piece MJO performs charts from the golden era of big bands: Fletch Henderson, Count Basie, Thad Jones, Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, Buddy Rich, Duke Ellington and more. Brian Whitty & Don Deal, band leaders
6 events,
Marisa Balistreri Trio
Marisa Balistreri Trio
Join us for this monthly Happy Hour event by Marisa Balistreri Trio every third Friday of the month. Marisa Balistreri - vocal Stefan Hall - guitar Jeff Weiss - bass Free event! The door opens at 5 PM. Marisa Balistreri is a Madison-based vocalist. A former professional Italian opera singer with an international career, Marisa […]
Gerri DiMaggio Quartet
Gerri DiMaggio Quartet
Gerri DiMaggio’s take on jazz is as original as it is enticing. Her music is a sultry mix of Brazilian melodies along with a fresh blend of Jazz standards. The Latin sounds invite the audience into her own creative and colorful world. Throughout the music Gerri displays an emotional intelligence and musical sophistication that honors […]
Richard Hildner Armacanqui Quartet
Richard Hildner Armacanqui Quartet
Peruvian guitarist Richard Hildner Armacanqui’s newest project seamlessly blends his native music with a variety of jazz styles to form a unique sound featuring Andean, Afro-Peruvian, and Afro-Caribbean rhythms. One of Madison’s most unique and exciting new Latin bands from masters who brought us Golpe Tierra and Acoplados. Kick off your weekend with a live […]
6 events,
Gerri DiMaggio
Gerri DiMaggio
DiMaggio’s sultry mix of Brazilian melodies and jazz standards is as original as it is enticing. Her emotional engagement honors the traditions of Jazz and Latin rhythms. Gerri and her band are celebrating the recent release of their new recording Caravan. LISTEN Gerri DiMaggio: Album Excerpts
Jim Erickson
Jim Erickson
Jazz piano every Saturday 5:30 - 8:30. Jim Erickson holds a master’s degree in classical piano performance and bachelors in jazz piano performance, both from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. Private teachers include Willie Pickens in Chicago and Kenny Barron in New York City. Jim’s compositions and recordings for advertising have won seven local Addys […]
The Hot Club of Madison
The Hot Club of Madison
The Hot Club of Madison is a collective of musicians, led by Gian Compuesto, dedicated to the music of jazz guitar legend Django Reinhardt and the Sinti/Manouche communities of France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Expect an exciting range of guitar driven jazz and swing standards, modern Jazz Manouche, classic Sinti/Manouche melodies, and homages to the […]
2 events,
Hot Club of Madison
Hot Club of Madison
The Hot Club of Madison is a collective of musicians, led by Gian Compuesto, dedicated to the music of jazz guitar legend Django Reinhardt and the Sinti/Manouche communities of France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Expect an exciting range of guitar-driven jazz and swing standards, modern Jazz Manouche, classic Sinti/Manouche songs, and homages to the sounds of […]
Lang, Crows, Croasdale, de Brouxs and Becker
Lang, Crows, Croasdale, de Brouxs and Becker
Musical Family Holiday Stories of Love and Peace (jazz/indie fusion) Laurie Lang - bass, Sally de Broux - vocals, Lucy Croasdale - sax, Issac de Broux-Slone - guitar/drums/vocals, John Becker - piano/drums
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2 events,
Charlie Painter Duo
Charlie Painter Duo
Each week I'm joined by a different guest for two sets of Jazz in the upstairs of Gib's victorian style cocktail bar. If you're hungry you can pair our vibe with pizza or the "Date Night" special. The Date Night special from Grampa's Pizza next door is... 1 small plate or salad, 1 specialty pizza, […]
0 events,
1 event,
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band was formed in 1998 and has been named Madison's Favorite Jazz Band by Isthmus Magazine for over 15 years . The band has opened for some of the world's top Latin Jazz performers throughout that period including Eddie Palmieri, Poncho Sanchez, John Santos and Giovanni Hidalgo to name a […]
0 events,
2 events,
Jim Erickson
Jim Erickson
Jazz piano every Saturday 5:30 - 8:30. Jim Erickson holds a master’s degree in classical piano performance and bachelors in jazz piano performance, both from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. Private teachers include Willie Pickens in Chicago and Kenny Barron in New York City. Jim’s compositions and recordings for advertising have won seven local Addys […]
Christmas Spectacular with the DB Orchestra
Christmas Spectacular with the DB Orchestra
Enjoy post X'mas and pre-New Year's Eve with DB Orchestra! Lively, loud, and local, the DB Orchestra is one of the hottest bands in Madison. Led by Andy Kerber, this group combines the nuanced harmonies of a Doo-Wop group, the intensity of a marching band, and the flair of great jazz ensembles of yesteryear, setting […]
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Kirsten Grace and Joseph Michael
Kirsten Grace and Joseph Michael
Kirsten Grace is a jazz vocalist who divides her time between her Philadelphia and Wisconsin homes. She has a vast repertoire of jazz standards and other music with jazz influence that she mines on all her gigs. She is particularly proud of her tendency toward singing songs not often found in other singers’ repertoires. Joseph […]
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2 events,
Charlie Painter Duo
Charlie Painter Duo
Each week I'm joined by a different guest for two sets of Jazz in the upstairs of Gib's victorian style cocktail bar. If you're hungry you can pair our vibe with pizza or the "Date Night" special. The Date Night special from Grampa's Pizza next door is... 1 small plate or salad, 1 specialty pizza, […]
0 events,
1 event,
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Band
The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band was formed in 1998 and has been named Madison's Favorite Jazz Band by Isthmus Magazine for over 15 years . The band has opened for some of the world's top Latin Jazz performers throughout that period including Eddie Palmieri, Poncho Sanchez, John Santos and Giovanni Hidalgo to name a […]
1 event,
Gerri DiMaggio Trio
Gerri DiMaggio Trio
The Gerri DiMaggio trio invites you into a creative and colorful world of Brazilian Samba, Bolero, and a fresh take on American standards. It’s music that connects and inspires joy. Featuring Bob Pesselman on guitar and John Mesoloras on bass.
2 events,
Jim Erickson
Jim Erickson
Jazz piano every Saturday 5:30 - 8:30. Jim Erickson holds a master’s degree in classical piano performance and bachelors in jazz piano performance, both from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. Private teachers include Willie Pickens in Chicago and Kenny Barron in New York City. Jim’s compositions and recordings for advertising have won seven local Addys […]
Fareed Haque Group | Opaque
Fareed Haque Group | Opaque
Fareed Haque classical guitar, Casey Nielsen Electric and Acoustic guitar, Alex Austin bass, Juan Pastor, percussion, Greg Fundis drums celebrating the re-release of Blue Note Record Opaque
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