It's the first Wednesday of the month, and that means it's time for Jazz Jam! Come and catch some of the rising stars in our community for a completely improvised night of jazz! Musicians bring in their instruments and sit in with our house band, led by drummer Dan Heier, to create some of the most memorable moments we've witnessed on our stage.
Join us for another Hegg Brothers Show showcasing the music of James Taylor and Carole King! Featuring Jeremy Hegg on piano and vocals, Jon Hegg on keys and vocals, Jon Bakken on cello, Matt Wallace on saxophone, Andrew Reinartz on bass, Derek Hengeveld on drums, and Andrea Ross on vocals! Don't miss these unforgettable performances!
Join us for another Hegg Brothers Show showcasing the music of James Taylor and Carole King! Featuring Jeremy Hegg on piano and vocals, Jon Hegg on keys and vocals, Jon Bakken on cello, Matt Wallace on saxophone, Andrew Reinartz on bass, Derek Hengeveld on drums, and Andrea Ross on vocals! Don't miss these unforgettable performances!
Join us for another Hegg Brothers Show showcasing the music of James Taylor and Carole King! Featuring Jeremy Hegg on piano and vocals, Jon Hegg on keys and vocals, Jon Bakken on cello, Matt Wallace on saxophone, Andrew Reinartz on bass, Derek Hengeveld on drums, and Andrea Ross on vocals! Don't miss these unforgettable performances!
Writers in the Round - Local songwriters, Craig Winquist, and Janice Gilbert, will perform their original music in a round-style format where each songwriter takes a turn sharing a song and the story behind the song. Don't miss this!
Welcome back Shaun Johnson, Emmy Award Winner and Billboard Top 5 Artist, for another special show on Valentine's Day. What better way to get in the mood than with music from the Book of Buble!! Don't miss this high octane tribute to style, swagger, and swing!
This quartet is comprised of Dustin Laurenzi on tenor saxophone, Ethan Philion on upright bass, Devin Drobka on drums and cymbals, and Kenny Reichert on electric guitar. - - - Come celebrate the release of Live in Chicago (Shifting Paradigm Records), the latest album from guitarist Kenny Reichert, on February 19 at Trio Jazz Club. Captured in front of a live audience, the recording showcases a band deeply attuned to each other, embracing spontaneity and the nuances of real-time collaboration. Featuring alto saxophonist Lenard Simpson, bassist Ethan Philion, and drummer Devin Drobka, the ensemble's performance reflects the enduring personal and musical relationships they have cultivated over the years. Reichert, recognized by DownBeat Magazine as "a distinctive player and composer," blends lyricism with harmonic sophistication, crafting music that is both adventurous and accessible. His previous albums, including Switch (2024) and Deep Breath (2023), have been lauded for their melodic depth and nuanced interplay. Live in Chicago offers listeners an authentic glimpse into the dynamic energy and trust that define his live performances. Based between Chicago and Minneapolis, Reichert has collaborated with a diverse array of artists and has performed at venues and festivals across the U.S. and Europe. This album release concert is not just a celebration of a new recording but a testament to the evolving journey of a group committed to exploration and connection through music.
Jazz for Young People is a three-part concert series designed especially for children ages 3–9 and their families! Across these playful and interactive 45-minute concerts, young listeners will discover the sounds, rhythms, and creativity that make jazz such a joyful American art form. Each program is hosted by actor, musician, and teacher Allison Mickelson and performed by Fellowship Jazz Collective, giving children an up-close experience with artists who bring this music to life. Part 1: Get to Know the Jazz Band — January 31 Kids will meet each instrument in the jazz band, hear what makes its voice unique, and learn how the musicians work together to create music that swings. Part 2: Rhythms of Jazz — February 21 From the steady beat to the syncopated surprises that make jazz come alive, children will feel and move to the rhythms that keep this music dancing. Part 3: Improvisation Is the Language of Jazz — March 28 Young audiences will discover how jazz musicians “talk” to one another through improvisation, turning ideas, emotions, and imagination into music on the spot.
Enjoy the ultimate jazz experience of lyrical storytelling along with rich instrumental improvisation. Annika Paulsen, jazz vocalist, and Drew Paulsen, bassist, are a stellar husband and wife duo from Northwest Iowa. This evening they will be joined by Steve Smith on keys, Dan Peterson on guitar, and Elliot Keane on drums. The night will be filled with a combination of jazz and Latin love songs to extend the Valentine’s Day season.
Dr. Nathan Jorgensen is Director of Jazz Studies at the University of New Hampshire, where he teaches saxophone, directs jazz ensembles, and is dedicated to cultivating expressive, curious, and artistically grounded musicians. He is also an active guest clinician and director throughout the United States. A versatile jazz, commercial, and classical saxophonist, Jorgensen moves comfortably across musical styles and settings. His performance credits include collaborations with Patti Austin, Terell Stafford, Bobby Watson, The Temptations, Dick Oatts, Bobby Shew, Alexa Tarantino, Gary Foster, Bob Sheppard, and Marshall Gilkes. His classical work includes performances with the Kansas City Symphony, the South Dakota Symphony, and the Dakota Wind Ensemble, as well as featured solo appearances with ensembles nationwide. Jorgensen maintains an active performance career throughout New England and is a Selmer Paris Performing Artist.
Dr. Nathan Jorgensen is Director of Jazz Studies at the University of New Hampshire, where he teaches saxophone, directs jazz ensembles, and is dedicated to cultivating expressive, curious, and artistically grounded musicians. He is also an active guest clinician and director throughout the United States. A versatile jazz, commercial, and classical saxophonist, Jorgensen moves comfortably across musical styles and settings. His performance credits include collaborations with Patti Austin, Terell Stafford, Bobby Watson, The Temptations, Dick Oatts, Bobby Shew, Alexa Tarantino, Gary Foster, Bob Sheppard, and Marshall Gilkes. His classical work includes performances with the Kansas City Symphony, the South Dakota Symphony, and the Dakota Wind Ensemble, as well as featured solo appearances with ensembles nationwide. Jorgensen maintains an active performance career throughout New England and is a Selmer Paris Performing Artist.