TEMPORARY HOURS: MON 11am-4pm / TUE-SAT 11am-7pm / CLOSED SUNDAY
Live Music
EVENTS
Friday, May 1, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Come down and tap your toes and snap your fingers to the fresh and innovative sounds of this talented jazz trio. A UO&V favorite!
Saturday, May 2, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Empire Night is Tatiana Calderon and John Ryan- A Duo featuring both guitar and keyboards. We cover a very wide range of music you know, but may not hear covered from other performers- current pop folk and country, favorite 90's songs, and fun campy 60's and 70's songs everyone will enjoy. Tatiana and John have been playing music together for over 7 years, and as a duo for 4 years. Tatiana's amazing vocal range is complemented by John's polished piano talent, guitar, vocals, and tasteful rhythm tracks. Tatiana and John play regularly at area wineries, upscale restaurants, and private events.
Thursday, May 7, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Alan Husby, of the Barbara Meyer Trio, will be performing on his guitar today. Alan Husby grew up in Minneapolis, started playing the guitar at age 10, and has been playing and singing with local jazz, folk, and gospel groups around the Twin Cities for 20+ years. He recently retired from teaching and is now enjoying the additional time to play and sing and write. He continues to perform with the Jumping Jehosaphats, the Barbara Meyer Trio, World Beat Connection, "It's Not Too Late" (a Carole King / James Taylor tribute band), and various other joyful combinations of musician friends.
Friday, May 8, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Andy & Kathryn Karg are a vocal/guitar/piano duo that cover multiple genres from the 50's on up! Andy reigns from Nashville and brings his guitar swinging chops to match Kathryn's Minnesota-homegrown piano virtuosity. Their love and mastery for tight and soaring harmonies sets them apart as a musical act.
Saturday, May 9, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The Chronick Trio plays jazz in the bop, swing, and funk traditions. With decades of experience among them, the group delivers power, subtlety, heart — and soul. Richard Kronick — bass, vocals Scott Ives— guitar Bruce Wintervold — vibraphone and percussion
Thursday, May 14, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
I have been in music all my life but I think the song writing started when my kids were much smaller than they are now, I used to make up little songs and verses to keep them entertained. I enjoyed rhyming and watching their faces light up at the silliness! I decided to start guitar lessons and after a few lessons my guitar teacher encouraged me to try writing my own songs, and suggested I play a show or two. I told him I couldn’t possibly do that - to which he responded, “Why not?” I didn’t have a good reason, so I picked up my pen, paper, and guitar and began writing my story in song. My first CD is titled "WHY NOT?" My favorite part about playing shows is watching people’s reactions to my music. If I can make someone happy through a song, then I’ve done my job. I think music can create a space for camaraderie and togetherness, so when a listener comes up after a show and tells me they can relate to something I wrote about - it makes my night. Sarah VanValkenburg
Friday, May 15, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Erin Livingston is a versatile and recognized jazz, blues and r&b singer in the Twin Cities. Her music can be enjoyed at venues all over town including Crooners, Vieux Carré, Chanhassen Dinner Theaters, The Mudd Room and others. Erin shares her jazz stylings every Saturday, September thru April, in The Lobby Bar of The St. Paul Hotel.
Saturday, May 16, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Pat Quinn and Peg/M.Etta Meyer perform a wide range of music, including folk rock, traditional and contemporary Irish songs, plus some pop and original material. Known for their tight harmonies and good-natured chemistry, Quinn & Meyer continue to welcome new listeners into their ever-expanding family of beloved regulars.
Thursday, May 21, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
It’s Brooke! I’m 20, from a tiny town, living in Minneapolis, MN. I waited a long time to come to the wonderful music scene of this city, and I am loving it. My debut EP, Welcome To My World, told the stories of a small-town girl going through the rollercoaster of teenage love & heartbreak. These days I have been bringing out a different side to my music, with lot’s of R&B/Soul influences, as well as influences from an Indie side of the playing field. I can't wait for you all to hear what I have been working on since I released my EP. Meanwhile, connect with me on social media, come to a gig, hangout & listen. Welcome to the world of Brooke Elizabeth.
Saturday, May 23, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Sammy Purviance, an experienced entertainer/singer/songwriter, has lived in the Macalister College area of Saint Paul for the past three years. Since moving here from his native Virginia in 2016, he had performed with his Martin D28 acoustic guitar in a variety of local venues. Sammy P’s unique brand of folk, rock, country and gospel is twinged with a southern twang. His stories of his family and his southern upbringing delight his audiences.
Saturday, May 23, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
"Sammy P & Friends" consists of group-leader, singer-songwriter Sammy P, and his side-kicks, master fiddler/mandolinist Andy Anda, and Jeremiah Bohn on acoustic, electric and slide guitar. The group brings a Classic-Southern Style Acoustic down-home flavor to a broad range of music. Sprinkled in with original music are unique covers of songs by John Prine, The Rolling Stones, Willie Nelson, Neil Young, Hank Williams, Rod Stewart, Arlo Guthrie and many more.
Sunday, May 24, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Scrapaegoat is an Untraditional Acoustic Solo Artist.Singing while performing on Banjo, 12 string and playing Harmonica, Scrapegoat plays a high-bred mix of, Bluegrass, country, blues, and Anti-folk. He performs his original songs as well as songs from great artists from yesterday and today. Think of it as a High-class Hoe-down. Grown up in the St. Croix Valley area Scrapegoat went on to attend McNally/Smith College of music and now performs regularly often accompanied by his back up band The Skin & Bones Trio.
Monday, May 25, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Guitarist Joel Shapira is an internationally acclaimed musician residing in St. Paul / Minneapolis MN. He's a leader and/or member of multiple top Twin Cities' jazz ensembles, as well as a master of the demandingdiscipline of solo guitar. He performs regularly with world-class musicians, has numerous recordings to his credit, and is an artist featured on the NYC record label Unseen Rain Records.
Thursday, May 28, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Her amazing vocals, abundant musical energy, and sense of humor keep people coming back for more. Anne plays folk, rock, blues, and country - something for every music lover. Anne's voice cannot be contained in one little CD. We recommend you see her live performance. - Mei Young & Jody Fox, KQ Homegrown Show
Friday, May 29, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Classics from the vast Brazilian repertoire in a traditional format, very typical of the bossa nova and choros era in 1930 - 1970 in Rio de Janeiro - Guitar + Flute (sax) + percussion. Music by Baden Powel, Jobim, Pixinguinha, Ernesto Nazareth, Jacob do Bandolim, Tony Hauser, Ary Barroso, Egberto Gismonti.
Saturday, May 30, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Nancy and Jim have been playing jazz together since 1976. Originally from Iowa, they performed in the Des Moines area until moving to the Twin Cities in 1994. Nancy (piano) and Jim (bass) love the opportunity to play as a duo, but each also have vast experience performing in all types of jazz ensembles. Their style can be described as post-Coltrane modern jazz. They love any song that has a beautiful melody and interesting chords, which makes their repertoire eclectic and includes a mix of jazz standards and popular songs from all eras. Both Nancy and Jim have been inducted into the Iowa Jazz Hall of Fame.
Sunday, May 31, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Alan Husby, of the Barbara Meyer Trio, will be performing on his guitar today. Alan Husby grew up in Minneapolis, started playing the guitar at age 10, and has been playing and singing with local jazz, folk, and gospel groups around the Twin Cities for 20+ years. He recently retired from teaching and is now enjoying the additional time to play and sing and write. He continues to perform with the Jumping Jehosaphats, the Barbara Meyer Trio, World Beat Connection, "It's Not Too Late" (a Carole King / James Taylor tribute band), and various other joyful combinations of musician friends.