MARY LOUISE knutson PLAYS SOLO
@ ANGELINA’S KITCHEN
••• ONgoing •••
EVERY TUESDAY & Saturday
5:30-8:30 PM
TUesday, Sep 1
Saturday, Sep 5
TUesday, Sep 8
Saturday, Sep 12
TUesday, Sep 15
Saturday, Sep 19
Tuesday, Sep 22
saturday, Sep 26
tuesday, Sep 29
Saturday, oct 3
TUesday, oct 6
Saturday, oct 10
TUesday, oct 13
Mary Louise will be at the Dakota in Minneapolis, MN instead. Scroll down for more info.
Saturday, oct 17
Tuesday, oct 20
saturday, oct 24
tuesday, oct 27
saturday, oct 31
••• Ongoing •••
ANGELINA’S KITCHEN
2170 Eagle Creek Ln.
Woodbury, MN
(651) 998-0474
Mary Louise plays uplifting solo piano music while you dine.
Though, you could sit at a nearby table or at the bar and enjoy the music as if it were
a concert just for you. Be sure to request a table in the same room as the music.
Angelina’s is an Italian bistro and wine bar voted Woodbury’s Best Restaurant (2024)
and Best Date Night Spot (2025).
jun 20 sat
ST. PAUL, MN
TWIN CITIES JAZZ FESTIVAL - NAUTILUS MUSIC THEATER
12:00-1:00 PM
Northern Warehouse, 308 E Prince St #190
The 28th Annual Twin Cities Jazz Festival presents The Mary Louise Knutson Trio featuring pianist Mary Louise Knutson, bassist Dan Carpel, and drummer Greg Schutte.
JAZZ WOMEN ALL STARS
jun 26 fri
ALEXANDRIA, MN
MUSIC IN THE GARDENS - LEGACY OF LAKES MUSEUM
6:30-8:30 PM
205 3rd Ave West
320.759.1114
The Legacy of the Lakes Museum concert series “Music in the Gardens” present the Jazz Women All-Stars featuring vocalists Patty Peterson (leader) and Ginger Commodore, vocalist-pianist Linda Peterson, pianist Mary Louise Knutson, bassist-guitarist Joan Griffith, drummer Sheila Earley, and saxophonist Stefanie Wieseler.
IOWA CITY JAZZ FESTIVAL
jul 4 sat
IOWA CITY, IA (Downtown)
IOWA CITY JAZZ FESTIVAL - MAIN STAGE
2:00-3:00 PM
Mary Louise Knutson Trio featuring pianist-composer Mary Louise Knutson, bassist Dan Carpel, and drummer Greg Schutte.
Jul 24 Fri
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
ORCHESTRA HALL - TARGET ATRIUM
5:45-6:45 PM
1111 Nicollet Mall
The Minnesota Orchestra’s “Sounds + Bites” series presents the Mary Louise Knutson Trio in the Target Atrium. This performance is free with your ticket to the main concert - John Williams' Greatest Scores. Come by early to hear the trio, play park games, and enjoy an $8 Happy Hour and food from local vendors inside Orchestra Hall.
JUL 30 thu
ST. PAUL, MN
THE HIGH HAT
7:00-9:00 PM
485 Selby Ave
651.528.7941
The Thursday Night Jazz Series, led by bassist Gary Raynor, will feature drummer Dave Anania (Blue Man Group) and award-winning pianist Mary Louise Knutson on this date! Walk-ins only. Very small venue. Get there early to get a seat. $10 cover or a 2 drink minimum per person.
aug 14 fri
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
BERLIN
4:30-6:30 pm
204 North First Street
Pianist Mary Louise Knutson and bassist Steve Pikal. Berlin combines state of the art sound and hospitality with the charm and intimacy of a European-inspired jazz club. No cover!
sep 6 sun
ST. PAUL, MN
MINNESOTA STATE FAIR - GRANDSTAND
7:30 pm
1265 Snelling Av. N.
The Minnesota State Fair's show orchestra, including Mary Louise Knutson on keys, accompanies the 50th Annual Amateur Talent Contest finalists. Enjoy a showcase of singers, dancers, instrumentalists and every type of performer in between as they compete for the right to be named Minnesota’s top talent. Admission is free.
sep 24 thu
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
BERLIN
7:00-9:00 pm
204 North First Street
Join the North Star Jazz Workshops Faculty for a night of jazz at Berlin. The evening will feature a rotating lineup of duos, trios, quartets, and other small groups, with different musicians taking the stage throughout the night. Faculty performers: Pete James Johnson - Drums; Chris Bates - Bass; Kavyesh Kaviraj - Piano; Mac Santiago - Drums; Ian Duerr - Guitar; Chris Graham - Guitar; Anya Menk - Vocals; Tommy Boynton - Voice/Piano; Joe Hartnett - Alto Saxophone; Jake Baldwin - Trumpet; Mary Louise Knutson - Piano; Ben Litwin - Trumpet. North Star Jazz Workshops is a Minneapolis-based jazz education community offering ensembles, classes, private lessons, workshops, and jam sessions for musicians of all experience levels. Founded by Chris Bates, Joe Hartnett, and Ben Litwin, North Star creates supportive opportunities for musicians to deepen their skills and explore music as a lifelong creative practice.
sep 25 fri
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
AMERICAN SWEDISH INSTITUTE
8:30-9:30 pm
2600 Park Ave
The Mary Louise Knutson Trio performs for “Cocktails at the Castle,” which brings together a diverse community of music, art, and craft lovers at the Twin Cities’ only castle. Explore ASI’s historic Turnblad Mansion and festival grounds, four stages of musical groups, interactive art demos, make n’ takes, food, curated cocktails (and mocktails!), and craft beers. This is a 21+ event and all participants must show a valid ID to get in the door.
Head to the Club Paulson Stage to hear the trio, featuring pianist-composer Mary Louise Knutson, bassist Dan Carpel, and drummer David Schmalenberger.
Oct 13 Tue
THE DAKOTA
7:00 pm
1010 Nicollet Mall
612.332.1010
Mary Louise Knutson performs with the JazzMN Orchestra, Minnesota's premiere big band, in a tribute to late legendary Twin Cities saxophonist Dave Karr.
Oct 22 Thu
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
BERLIN
7:00-9:30 pm
204 North First Street
Berlin presents the Mary Louise Knutson Trio featuring pianist-composer Mary Louise Knutson, bassist Dan Carpel, and drummer Greg Schutte. Berlin combines state of the art sound and hospitality with the charm and intimacy of a European-inspired jazz club.