“Their undeniable vocal chemistry and impressive harmonies are reminiscent of Gram Parsons and Emmylou Harris.”  – The Current J.E. Sunde is a native of Wisconsin who lives in Minneapolis. A songwriter and composer who writes from the American Songwriter tradition but just to the left of center. After many years of crafting beautifully unusual music with The Daredevil […]

NEARLY SOLD OUT. Please contact the box office at 612-332-5299 for seating options. “It isn’t merely the grace and power of their dancing or the beauty of their singing that rivets the attention, but the sheer joy and love that emanates from their being.” – Paul Simon Since the world discovered their powerful a cappella vocals from […]

“It isn’t merely the grace and power of their dancing or the beauty of their singing that rivets the attention, but the sheer joy and love that emanates from their being.” – Paul Simon Since the world discovered their powerful a cappella vocals from Paul Simon’s Graceland album, South Africa’s five-time Grammy award-winners, Ladysmith Black Mambazo has […]

“the perfect balance between elasticity and groove.” – New York Times Celebrating and inspired by Wayne Shorter, musical soulmates Danilo Pérez, John Patitucci, and Brian Blade have long performed together as essential members of the Wayne Shorter Quartet. Embracing the message of their mentor and friend, these three virtuosos celebrate Wayne’s music and introduce new compositions […]

“the perfect balance between elasticity and groove.” – New York Times Celebrating and inspired by Wayne Shorter, musical soulmates Danilo Pérez, John Patitucci, and Brian Blade have long performed together as essential members of the Wayne Shorter Quartet. Embracing the message of their mentor and friend, these three virtuosos celebrate Wayne’s music and introduce new compositions […]

NEARLY SOLD OUT. Please contact the box office at 612-332-5299 for seating options. “sheer charm… impressive” – New York Times Karla Bonoff has been described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation. With a career spanning four decades, Bonoff has enjoyed enduring popularity and the unwavering respect of her peers. Hearing Karla’s moving vocals on her […]

NEARLY SOLD OUT. Please contact the box office at 612-332-5299 for seating options. “An urgent, free-wheeling bundle of fun” – NME Before the pandemic struck, Ezra Collective were on fire. A world tour awaited them following years of hard graft, the critically acclaimed release of their 2019 debut album You Can’t Steal My Joy, and an explosive Glastonbury […]

“…the music exploded, showering the room with a joyful exuberance usually reserved for dance halls and gospel services. And no one had more fun than Jay Young” – Jazz Police Jay says: “Back at the Dakota…Celebrating the women who’ve changed the game. From Chaka to Aretha. Bonnie to Blondie. Gretchen n Annie. with a lil Shanice. […]

“This is one lively, crowd-pleasing band.” — Music Connection Over the last 15 years, Skerryvore has brought its performances to audiences across the globe. Picking up Scottish traditional music’s “Live Act of the Year” twice on the way – in 2011 and again in 2016 – the band’s wide range of influences and talent produce a […]

Please note: this is a rescheduled performance originally set for February 22, 2023.  “a guaranteed good time… A local treasure” – MinnPost Dan Newton’s Café Accordion Orchestra (CAO) performs an eclectic mix full of French flare, Latin heat and Bohemian attitude. The heart of the CAO repertoire is the romantic, gypsy-influenced valse-musette. The group complements the musettes […]