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Billings


Dirty Heads

Billings

band blends hip-hop, alternative rock and vintage reggae with bold beats, fun rhythms and feel-good lyrics.
Billings
Music
09/01

Big Sky Polkafest

Billings

17th annual festival features Julie Lee and Her White Rose Band, Matt and The Dakota Dutchmen, Polka Rhythm Kings...
Billings
Music
09/03 - 09/05

Willie Nelson

Jackson Hole, WY
Billings
Music
09/04

John Hiatt and The Combo

Billings

Hiatt has enjoyed extraordinary success as a songwriter. Bonnie Raitt ("A Thing Called Love"), Suzy Bogguss ("Drive South"), Rosanne Cash...
Billings
Music
09/04


The Fab Four Live

Billings

tribute show delights Beatles fans of all ages. Proceeds benefit the Iron Warriors Motorcycle Club's support of veterans, law enforcement,… Read more...
Billings
Music
09/04

Clint Black

Billings

the Alberta Bair's season opens with singer, songwriter, and one of country music's brightest stars. Black has written, recorded and… Read more...
Billings
Music
09/09

Rock the Block

Laurel

food and drink and lots of live music by local talent is featured. Read more...
Billings
Music
09/10

Michael McLean and John Batdorf

Billings

singer/songwriters bring an evening of inspirational music, laughs and great stories to the stage.
Billings
Music
09/10

Music on Wings Bluegrass Festival

Miles City

this 13th annual family-friendly, alcohol-free music festival kicks off Friday evening with a lively open stage. A workshop, 9:30 a.m.…
Billings
Music
09/17 - 09/19

Billings Symphony: Opening Night

Billings

the symphony's 60th Diamond Anniversary Celebration kicks off with violinist Jennifer Frautschi in Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto. "She's a stunning virtuoso…
Billings
Music
09/18

Tech N9ne

Billings

hard work combined with innovation and raw talent, and a knack for transforming passion and pain into creative products has…
Billings
Music
09/23

Adbacadabra

Billings

hot off the Las Vegas circuit, this ultimate ABBA tribute show delivers all your favorites, including "Dancing Queen" and "Take…
Billings
Music
09/25

Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile

Billings

comprised of five young and fiercely talented musicians — including composer and mandolinist Thile of the popular band Nickel Creek…
Music
09/27


The Thermals

Billings

band which has run roughshod over such topics as religion, politics and death tackles the deepest and darkest of all…
Billings
Music
09/27


Classical Guitarist Peter Fletcher

Billings

award-winning classical guitarist performd a diverse program of music from four centuries and selections from his 2008 CD release, Music…
Billings
Music
09/28


Bitteroot

The Polyjesters and Chance McKinney and CrossWire

Hamilton

double bill boasts the popular Canadian band, The Polyjesters, who gleefully mix swing, old-time bluegrass, Tin Pan Alley songs, country,…
Bitterroot
Music
09/01


Bitterroot Community Band

Hamilton
Bitterroot
Music
09/04


Northwest Montana Accordion Association Jam

Florence

musicians of all kinds are invited to these open jam sessions. Read more...
Bitterroot
Music
09/12

 

Bozeman

Willie Nelson and Family

Big Sky

in a business built on changes in cultural fashion, Nelson is very much the same as he was when he… Read more...
Bozeman
Music
09/03


AIA (Jimmy Buffet Tribute)

Livingston

celebrate Labor Day with the official and original Jimmy Buffett tribute band. Read more...
Bozeman
Music
09/06
Desert Rose Band Reunion

Bozeman

John Jorgenson and band have reunited after fifteen years to launch a tour. The band's sterling musicianship and impeccable three-part…
Bozeman
Music
09/06


JJ Grey and Mofro

Bozeman

Grey's songs are products of the same rich, fertile and ancient soil of the Sunshine State. He comes from a…
Bozeman
Music
09/08


Solas

Bozeman

Irish-American group plays Irish traditional music as well as original compositions, sometimes demonstrating an inclination towards country music in recent…
Bozeman
Music
09/09


Michael Peter Smith

Bozeman

singer-songwriter performs folk tunes. Read more...
Bozeman
Music
09/10


String Orchestra of the Rockies: “A Violin For All Seasons”

Bozeman

Angella Ahn, violinist with the acclaimed Ahn Trio, joins the orchestra in its first concert of the season.
Bozeman
Music
09/11


Muir String Quartet

Bozeman

the Montana Chamber Music Society returns for its second season with the renowned foursome performing works by Dvorak, Haydn, Janacek,… Read more...
Bozeman
Music
09/12 - 01/13

Jazz and More with Kelly Roberti

Bozeman

bassist Roberti performs with different guest artists each week as part of the library's Exploring the Arts series.
Bozeman
Music
09/13 - 09/27


Lacy J. Dalton

Livingston

with hard-luck songs that reflect her real-life experience, Dalton became one of the most popular "outlaw" country singers of the…
Bozeman
Music
09/15


Atmosphere

Bozeman

eleven years after becoming the first hop-hop act to put the Twin Cities on the map, Atmosphere has grown into…
Bozeman
Music
09/15


Railroad Earth

Bozeman

it's no secret that improvisation is one of the RRE's big strengths. But what really sets the sextet apart is… Read more...
Bozeman
Music
09/21

The String Jumpers

Bozeman

Bozeman's own acoustic swing band will be playing swing and early jazz classics from the 20s-50s. Band members include accomplished…
Bozeman
Music
09/23

Bozeman Symphony: Nostrovia!

Bozeman

the orchestra ushers in this evening of Russian music with the pomp and circumstance of Glazunov's Cortege Solennel No. 2…
Bozeman
Music
09/25 - 09/26


Brad Paisley with Darius Rucker
Bozeman
Music

09/30

Butte


Classical Guitar Concert with Luis Millán

Butte

Butte Symphony conductor and world-class classical guitarist presents a concert and recital. Enjoy an evening of music on the instrument…
Butte
Music
09/02


Joe Nichols with the Bellamy Brothers

Dillon

with the aptly titled Old Things New, the award-winning, Grammy-nominated singer applies his distinctive baritone to new songs that define…
Butte
Music
09/05


Get Out the Vote Concert: David Rovics

Butte

This is a "get out the vote" event with a performance by David Rovics, an acoustic guitarist, singer, and songwriter…
Butte
Music
09/14


Dierks Bentley

Butte

singer brings his own brand of traditional country music to the stage. Bentley's notable hits include "Free and Easy, Down…
Butte
Music
09/15


John Jorgenson Quintet

Dillon

virtuoso Gypsy guitar, searing clarinet and amazing fretwork bring this elegant music to life for audiences of all ages. Jorgenson…
Butte
Music
09/22


Ben Bullington CD Release Concert

Butte

singer/songwriter celebrates his third CD, Satisfaction Garage. Bullington is a thoughtful, nuanced songwriter who has been featured on more than…
Butte
Music
09/24


“In The Mood”

Butte

this retro 1940s musical features a company of 19, including the In The Mood singers and dancers and the String…
Butte
Music
09/28

 

Flathead


Scott Tennant

Bigfork

classical picker and founding member of the Grammy-winning L.A. Guitar Quartet performs a solo concert as part of the Crown… Read more...
Flathead
Music

09/03


Guitar Extravaganza

Bigfork

jam features Matt Smith, Austin, TX-based rock guitarist and singer who is a master of a range of instruments, from… Read more...
Flathead
Music
09/04


Jack Gladstone: “Native America Speaks”

Glacier National Park

troubadour also shares his multi-media show, which explores the Blackfeet, Salish and Kootenai influences, most Mondays at Apgar Campground, Tuesdays… Read more...
Flathead
Music
08/29 - 09/05


Whitefish Farmers’ Market Music Series

Whitefish

enjoy home-grown original music by prominent local and regional artists. Performers include Roustabout, Aug. 31; Barnyard Riot, Sept. 7; Jonathan… Read more...
Flathead
Music
09/07 - 09/28


Christian Johnson and Rob Quist

Whitefish

musicians, both well-known veterans of the Mission Mountain Wood Band, perform a series of benefit concerts for Flathead Care. Read more...
Flathead
Music
09/08


Christian Johnson and Rob Quist

Columbia Falls

musicians, both well-known veterans of the Mission Mountain Wood Band, perform a series of benefit concerts for Flathead Care. Read more...
Flathead
Music
09/09


The Nines

Libby

band delivers '60s hip-schlock, mahogany smooth '70s pop and R&B, "get-down-on-it" funk and disco, '80s synth pop and '90s party… Read more...
Flathead
Music
09/11


Christian Johnson and Rob Quist

Bigfork

musicians, both well-known veterans of the Mission Mountain Wood Band, perform a series of benefit concerts for Flathead Care. Read more...
Flathead
Music
09/11


Montana Old Time Fiddlers Jam

Kalispell
Flathead
Music
09/12 - 11/14


Christian Johnson and Rob Quist

Kalispell

musicians, both well-known veterans of the Mission Mountain Wood Band, perform a series of benefit concerts for Flathead Care. Read more...
Flathead
Music
09/12


Lake Music Gathering

Whitefish

enjoy music by Gwyneth and Monko, Elephant Revival and Megan Burtt with Jessie Terry; music jams are also part of…
Flathead
Music
09/18 - 09/20


Don Lawrence Orchestra Charity Benefit Concert

Whitefish

the DLO joins Feat X Feet, the Irish Minstrels, Heart of the Rivers Children's Choir and the Columbia Falls High…
Flathead
Music
09/18


Northwest Montana Accordion Association Jam

Kalispell

musicians of all kinds are invited to these open jam sessions. Read more...
Flathead
Music
09/19 - 01/16


An Evening with George Winston

Libby

Windham Hill recording artist, best-known for his captivating piano compositions, performs music from his new release, Love Will Come —… Read more...
Flathead
Music
09/19


San Jose Taiko

Whitefish

since 1973 San Jose Taiko has been mesmerizing audiences with the powerful spellbinding and propulsive sounds of Japanese taiko drums.… Read more...
Flathead
Music
09/23


Ben Bullington CD Release Concert

Kalispell

singer/songwriter celebrates his third CD, Satisfaction Garage. Bullington is a thoughtful, nuanced songwriter who has been featured on more than… Read more...
Flathead
Music
09/25

 

Great Falls

Michael McLean and John Batdorf

Great Falls

singer/songwriters bring an evening of inspirational music, laughs and great stories to the stage. Read more...
Great Falls
Music
09/11


Rob Quist with House of Quist

Great Falls

enjoy some lively rockin' tunes from one of Montana's favorite native sons and his talented offspring and friends. This fundraiser… Read more...
Great Falls
Music
09/17


Native American Memorial Week: “Jack Gladstone — The Poet Singer”

Great Falls

join the renowned Blackfeet artist for a presentation of original songs and stories on the Native American heritage and Montana. Read more...
Great Falls
Music
09/18


Cascade Quartet

Great Falls

the musical theme for the foursome's annual Chamber Series is "The Allure of Paris," with a different French composer featured… Read more...
Great Falls
Music
09/26


Saxophobia

Fort Benton

Rob Verdi and his band pay tribute to legendary artists who contributed to the development of jazz with saxaphones of… Read more...
Great Falls
Music
09/27


Cascade Quartet

Great Falls

the musical theme for the foursome's annual Chamber Series is "The Allure of Paris," with a different French composer featured… Read more...
Great Falls
Music
09/28

 

Helena

Alive @ Five

Helena

a different downtown block hosts free live music, weekly, with food and beverages available. Performers include Johnny Rawls, July 28… Read more...
Helena
Music
09/01 - 09/08

Metal Steel

Canyon Ferry Lake

'80s tribute band delivers your favorite hair band hits for this Labor Day bash. Campsites are available. Read more...
Helena
Music
09/04

The Missouri River Music Festival

Helena

Big Sky Dance Works, Mojo Revenue, Jamaz, HelaCern, Mabel's Rage, Metal Steel and Rox Slyde are among the performers at… Read more...
Helena
Music
09/04

Muir String Quartet

Helena

the Montana Chamber Music Society returns for its second season with the renowned foursome performing works by Dvorak, Haydn, Janacek,… Read more...
Helena
Music
09/11

Helena Symphony: Opening Night

Helena

symphony opens its 56th season with audiences' most cherished work of all time — Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. The Ode to… Read more...
Helena
Music
09/18


Ben Bullington CD Release Concert

Helena

singer/songwriter celebrates his third CD, Satisfaction Garage. Bullington is a thoughtful, nuanced songwriter who has been featured on more than… Read more...
Helena
Music
09/23


Adbacadabra - The Ultimate Abba Concert

Helena

dust off the leisure suits, and shine up your platform shoes for this ABBA revival, Abbacadabra performs the group's greatest… Read more...
Helena

Music
09/24


Classical Guitarist Peter Fletcher

Helena

Peter Fletcher, who began guitar study at seven, has released seven recordings of classical and baroque music. He made his… Read more...
Helena
Music
09/27


Candy Coburn

Helena

benefit for the Montana Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure features the infectious sounds of this country rocker.… Read more...
Helena
Music
09/27

 

Mission Valley

Northwest Montana Accordion Association Campout

Lonepine

musicians of all kinds are invited to join this campout. Read more...
Mission Valley
Music
09/03 - 09/05


Pickin’ in the Park

Polson

enjoy a toe-tapping good time during these weekly jam sessions. Read more...
Mission Valley
Music
09/03 - 09/24


Christian Johnson and Rob Quist

Polson

musicians, both well-known veterans of the Mission Mountain Wood Band, perform this benefit for Flathead Care. Read more...
Mission Valley
Music
09/10


End of Summer Blues Party

Proctor

Flathead Valley Blues Society says so-long to summer during this seventh annual event, which includes a Monster Blues Jam, hosted… Read more...
Mission Valley
Music
09/18

 

Missoula


The Black Crowes

Clinton

band, fronted by brothers Rich and Chris Robinson, came onto the southern rock scene in the early '90s. Their cover… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/01


Faculty and Guest Artist Series: Jennifer Gookin Cavanaugh, oboe and Margaret Lund Schuberg, flute

Missoula

Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/03


Higher Mountain Barbecue and Campout

Turah

bands include Bangers and Hash, VooDoo Horseshoes, Airstream Safari, Dodgey Mountain Men, Dusty Gunnz and more. Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/04


Faculty and Guest Artist Series: Luis Millan, guitar

Missoula

Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/07


JJ Grey and Mofro

Missoula

Grey comes from a long tradition of southern musical storytellers and he fills his stories and songs with details that… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/09


Faculty and Guest Artist Series: Maria Jooste, soprano and Aneta Panusz, piano

Missoula

Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/09


Mountain Computer Music Festival

Missoula

guest composer and new media artist Gary James Joynes, aka Clinker, join UM students in a performance of computer music… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/10


String Orchestra of the Rockies: “A Violin For All Seasons”

Missoula

Angella Ahn, violinist with the acclaimed Ahn Trio, joins the orchestra in its first concert of the season. Read more...
Missoul
Music
09/12


Faculty and Guest Artist Series: Maxine Ramey and Christopher Kirkpatrick, clarinets

Missoula
Music
09/14


Dena DeRose

Missoula

jazz chanteus brings her silky smooth voice and stunning piano skills to the intimate concert setting of the Daly jazz… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/14 - 09/15


Atmosphere

Missoula

the most prolific group in independent rap unleashes a passionate, whole-hearted immersion into hip-hop idealism, complemented by a live band.… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/16 - 09/17


The Stone Foxes

Missoula

Bay Area foursome blends great songwriting, warm guitars and a nut-tight rhythm section. Their second album, Bears and Bulls, showcases… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/17


The Swensen/Tomkins/Zivian Trio

Missoula

violinist Ian Swensen, cellist Tanya Tomkins, and pianist Eric Zivian are all outstanding Bay Area musicians. Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/17


Rock Against Racism

Missoula

fourth annual event promotes racial justice and encourages young people to get involved with nonprofit groups in the community. Twelve… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/18


Copper Mountain Band

St. Regis

bring your own chair to this free show. Concessions are available. Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/18


Celebration of Song

Missoula

Kimberly James, mezzo-soprano, Gina Lapka, soprano and pianists Christopher Hahn and Aneta Panusz celebrate the birth years of prominent composers… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/21


Against Me!

Missoula

elements of punk, folk, and country seep into socially conscious and impassioned anthems. Also performing are The Flatliners and Young… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/21


Railroad Earth

Missoula

it's no secret that improvisation is one of the RRE's big strengths. But what really sets the sextet apart is… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/22


Pam Tillis

Missoula

country singing chanteuse entertains. Brad Upton opens this benefit performance for Five Valley Crimestoppers. Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/22


The New Christy Minstrels under the direction of Randy Sparks

Missoula

founder and director Randy Sparks developed the concept of a folk supergroup, known around the country for their peppy and… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/26


Faculty and Guest Artist Series: David Morgenroth, piano

Missoula

Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/26


Tech N9ne

Missoula

hard work combined with innovation and raw talent, and a knack for transforming passion and pain into creative products has… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/27


A Kurt Weill Cabaret

Missoula

vocalists Lee Heuermann, Anne Basinski, Anna Milburn and Tom Doud join pianist Christopher Hahn for a dramatic evening full of… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/28


“In The Mood”

Missoula

this retro 1940s musical features a company of 19, including the In The Mood singers and dancers and the String… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/29


Spokane

The Black Crowes

Clinton

band, fronted by brothers Rich and Chris Robinson, came onto the southern rock scene in the early '90s. Their cover… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/01

Faculty and Guest Artist Series: Jennifer Gookin Cavanaugh, oboe and Margaret Lund Schuberg, flute

Missoula

Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/03


Higher Mountain Barbecue and Campout

Turah

bands include Bangers and Hash, VooDoo Horseshoes, Airstream Safari, Dodgey Mountain Men, Dusty Gunnz and more. Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/04


Faculty and Guest Artist Series: Luis Millan, guitar

Missoula

Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/07


JJ Grey and Mofro

Missoula

Grey comes from a long tradition of southern musical storytellers and he fills his stories and songs with details that… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/09


Faculty and Guest Artist Series: Maria Jooste, soprano and Aneta Panusz, piano

Missoula

Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/09


Mountain Computer Music Festival

Missoula

guest composer and new media artist Gary James Joynes, aka Clinker, join UM students in a performance of computer music… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/10


String Orchestra of the Rockies: “A Violin For All Seasons”

Missoula

Angella Ahn, violinist with the acclaimed Ahn Trio, joins the orchestra in its first concert of the season. Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/12


Faculty and Guest Artist Series: Maxine Ramey and Christopher Kirkpatrick, clarinets

Missoula

Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/14


Dena DeRose

Missoula

jazz chanteus brings her silky smooth voice and stunning piano skills to the intimate concert setting of the Daly jazz… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/14 - 09/15


Atmosphere

Missoula

the most prolific group in independent rap unleashes a passionate, whole-hearted immersion into hip-hop idealism, complemented by a live band.… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/16 - 09/17


The Stone Foxes

Missoula

Bay Area foursome blends great songwriting, warm guitars and a nut-tight rhythm section. Their second album, Bears and Bulls, showcases… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/17


The Swensen/Tomkins/Zivian Trio

Missoula

violinist Ian Swensen, cellist Tanya Tomkins, and pianist Eric Zivian are all outstanding Bay Area musicians. Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/17


Rock Against Racism

Missoula

fourth annual event promotes racial justice and encourages young people to get involved with nonprofit groups in the community. Twelve… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/18


Copper Mountain Band

St. Regis

bring your own chair to this free show. Concessions are available. Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/18


Celebration of Song

Missoula

Kimberly James, mezzo-soprano, Gina Lapka, soprano and pianists Christopher Hahn and Aneta Panusz celebrate the birth years of prominent composers… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/21


Against Me!

Missoula

elements of punk, folk, and country seep into socially conscious and impassioned anthems. Also performing are The Flatliners and Young… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/21


Railroad Earth

Missoula

it's no secret that improvisation is one of the RRE's big strengths. But what really sets the sextet apart is… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/22


Pam Tillis

Missoula

country singing chanteuse entertains. Brad Upton opens this benefit performance for Five Valley Crimestoppers. Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/22


The New Christy Minstrels under the direction of Randy Sparks

Missoula

founder and director Randy Sparks developed the concept of a folk supergroup, known around the country for their peppy and… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/26


Faculty and Guest Artist Series: David Morgenroth, piano

Missoula

Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/26


Tech N9ne

Missoula

hard work combined with innovation and raw talent, and a knack for transforming passion and pain into creative products has… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/27


A Kurt Weill Cabaret

Missoula

vocalists Lee Heuermann, Anne Basinski, Anna Milburn and Tom Doud join pianist Christopher Hahn for a dramatic evening full of… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/28


“In The Mood”

Missoula

this retro 1940s musical features a company of 19, including the In The Mood singers and dancers and the String… Read more...
Missoula
Music
09/29

 

 

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