NYChillharmonic
Tuesday, September 9 // 8 PM // Doors at 7 PM // $18 ADV // $22 DOS // $15 Student The NYChillharmonic is a Brooklyn-based, 18 piece, progressive-jazz orchestra. The music fuses multiple genres including rock, pop, classical, and jazz while sonically embracing unconventional textures, arrangements, and harmonies – ultimately creating an ensemble sound like nothing you’ve ever heard before.
Connor Racicot: A Farewell Show
Sunday, July 27 // Door at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $10 // $15-$20 Artist Supporter Connor Racicot got his musical start here in Missoula, and it is time to say farewell!. You may be familiar with Connor from Jazzoula, weekly sets around town, or the University where he currently teaches Jazz piano. This night, Connor will be playing a set of Jazz standards and adjacent tunes with a small group of his closest collaborators. Shortly after this show, Connor will be saying goodbye to Missoula before moving to Amsterdam to pursue his musical career. We hope to see you there! Wij zullen jij daar zien!
Bryan Kostors & Loren Stillman Trio
Saturday, May 10 // Doors at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 // $10 // $15- $20 Artist Supporter Ticket Saxophonist and composer, Loren Stillman, has garnered widespread acclaim for his contributions to the realm of modern jazz, earning praise from esteemed publications such as The New York Times, Downbeat Magazine, Jazziz, Jazz Times, and National Public Radio. Trained under the tutelage of jazz luminaries Lee Konitz, David Liebman, and Ted Nash, Stillman has established himself as an innovative and influential voice in the genre. With an extensive performance history spanning the United States, Europe, and Japan, Stillman’s artistry extends beyond the stage. His impressive portfolio includes collaborations with The Charlie Haden Liberation Music Orchestra, Paul Motian Trio 2000+2, Carla Bley, John Abercrombie, and Michael Formanek: Ensemble Kolassus, among others. Bryan Curt Kostors is a composer, performer, producer, teacher, conductor, and media creator. his work explores place and landscape as a compositional force, and uses diverse stylistic voices to create evocative and dynamic music for the concert stage, film, dance, and commercial works. Collaborative music-making and multimedia are a central component of his practice. Bryan’s music has been performed internationally by ensembles such as the Lyris Quartet, the Wuhan Philharmonic, NOW Ensemble, the Mivos Quartet, Hocket, the USC Thornton Symphony Orchestra, and the Downey Symphony Orchestra. His collaborations with choreographer Laurie Sefton have been recently performed in New York, San Fransisco, and in Los Angeles with premieres at Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Nate Holden Theatre. He has written scores for award-winning short films and commercials, working collaboratively with filmmaker Danny Corey on numerous projects.
The Skyler Mendell Sextet
Sunday, June 1 // Door at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $10 // $15 or $20 Artist Supporter The Skyler Mendell Sextet performs captivating, creative, and forward-thinking compositions. They will perform music from their upcoming album, “Purpose,” which revolves around a suite of music dedicated to finding a place in a world that seems to be falling apart.
In Tune Missoula 2025
Thursday, April 17 // Door at 6:00 PM // $50 In Tune Missoula is dedicated to ensuring that family income is not an obstacle to middle school students learning how to sing or play a musical instrument. Music by Connor Racicot Jazz Quartet and The Western Front Band. Catering by Biga Pizza. A silent auction … a celebration of music educators … a great time for a great cause! Purchase tickets at https://portal.clubrunner.ca/1864/
Jazzoula
Friday, April 25 // Door at 6 PM // Show at 6:30 PM // $25 // $15 Student // $80 4-day Pass It’s Jazzoula ‘25 Celebrating 20+ years of Jazz in the Missoula community – presenting16 plus jazz combos, vocalists, and multi-instrumentalists over four days, April 23, 24, 25, and 26. Providing a complete variety of the only original form of American music: jazz. Jazzoula gives the listener a chance to experience Montana’s finest jazz performers showcasing their individual talents with their groups, and as soloists. With artist such as Owen Ross, Craig Hall , Johan Eriksson, Connor Racicot, Missoula’s favorite Basement Boyz to name a few. Enjoy short sets and a fantastic variety of awesome jazz music. Wednesday, April 23 Line-up (MTPR Recording): Basement Boys Patti Nolan & the Undeniables Owen Ross Trio Big Sky Mudflaps Thursday, April 24 Line-up Absent Wilson Conspiracy Melody Anderson One Word/Dylan Bautiste Trio Ally Fradkin Quartet Friday, April 25 Line-up All City Jazz Owen Thayer Marie Smith Quintet Missoula Conduction Band Saturday, April 26 Line-up Boyd Combo Craig Hall & Alex Nauman Zoolectic Band “Fusion Tribute” (Johann Eriksson, John Wicks, Owen Ross, Tommy Sciple) . Connor Racicot Trio
Jazzoula
Wednesday, April 23 // Door at 6 PM // Show at 6:30 PM // $25 // $15 Student // $80 4-day Pass It’s Jazzoula ‘25 Celebrating 20+ years of Jazz in the Missoula community – presenting16 plus jazz combos, vocalists, and multi-instrumentalists over four days, April 23, 24, 25, and 26. Providing a complete variety of the only original form of American music: jazz. Jazzoula gives the listener a chance to experience Montana’s finest jazz performers showcasing their individual talents with their groups, and as soloists. With artist such as Owen Ross, Craig Hall , Johan Eriksson, Connor Racicot, Missoula’s favorite Basement Boyz to name a few. Enjoy short sets and a fantastic variety of awesome jazz music. Wednesday, April 23 Line-up (MTPR Recording): Basement Boys Patti Nolan & the Undeniables Owen Ross Trio Big Sky Mudflaps Thursday, April 24 Line-up Absent Wilson Conspiracy Melody Anderson One Word/Dylan Bautiste Trio Ally Fradkin Quartet Friday, April 25 Line-up All City Jazz Owen Thayer Marie Smith Quintet Missoula Conduction Band Saturday, April 26 Line-up Boyd Combo Craig Hall & Alex Nauman Zoolectic Band “Fusion Tribute” (Johann Eriksson, John Wicks, Owen Ross, Tommy Sciple) . Connor Racicot Trio
Jazzoula
Thursday, April 24 // Door at 6 PM // Show at 6:30 PM // $25 // $15 Student // $80 4-day Pass It’s Jazzoula ‘25 Celebrating 20+ years of Jazz in the Missoula community – presenting16 plus jazz combos, vocalists, and multi-instrumentalists over four days, April 23, 24, 25, and 26. Providing a complete variety of the only original form of American music: jazz. Jazzoula gives the listener a chance to experience Montana’s finest jazz performers showcasing their individual talents with their groups, and as soloists. With artist such as Owen Ross, Craig Hall , Johan Eriksson, Connor Racicot, Missoula’s favorite Basement Boyz to name a few. Enjoy short sets and a fantastic variety of awesome jazz music. Wednesday, April 23 Line-up (MTPR Recording): Basement Boys Patti Nolan & the Undeniables Owen Ross Trio Big Sky Mudflaps Thursday, April 24 Line-up Absent Wilson Conspiracy Melody Anderson One Word/Dylan Bautiste Trio Ally Fradkin Quartet Friday, April 25 Line-up All City Jazz Owen Thayer Marie Smith Quintet Missoula Conduction Band Saturday, April 26 Line-up Boyd Combo Craig Hall & Alex Nauman Zoolectic Band “Fusion Tribute” (Johann Eriksson, John Wicks, Owen Ross, Tommy Sciple) . Connor Racicot Trio
Jazzoula
Saturday, April 26 // Door at 6 PM // Show at 6:30 PM // $25 // $15 Student // $80 4-day Pass It’s Jazzoula ‘25 Celebrating 20+ years of Jazz in the Missoula community – presenting16 plus jazz combos, vocalists, and multi-instrumentalists over four days, April 23, 24, 25, and 26. Providing a complete variety of the only original form of American music: jazz. Jazzoula gives the listener a chance to experience Montana’s finest jazz performers showcasing their individual talents with their groups, and as soloists. With artist such as Owen Ross, Craig Hall , Johan Eriksson, Connor Racicot, Missoula’s favorite Basement Boyz to name a few. Enjoy short sets and a fantastic variety of awesome jazz music. Wednesday, April 23 Line-up (MTPR Recording): Basement Boys Patti Nolan & the Undeniables Owen Ross Trio Big Sky Mudflaps Thursday, April 24 Line-up Absent Wilson Conspiracy Melody Anderson One Word/Dylan Bautiste Trio Ally Fradkin Quartet Friday, April 25 Line-up All City Jazz Owen Thayer Marie Smith Quintet Missoula Conduction Band Saturday, April 26 Line-up Boyd Combo Craig Hall & Alex Nauman Zoolectic Band “Fusion Tribute” (Johann Eriksson, John Wicks, Owen Ross, Tommy Sciple) . Connor Racicot Trio
UM Small Groups
Monday, April 21 // Door at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // Free and Open to the Public! Join the UM Small Group program for an evening of jazz standards, contemporary tunes and originals from the University of Montana musicians as they complete their 2024-25 musical journey.