F. Scott Fitzgerald’s beautiful descriptions of the heyday of jazz in Minnesota spoke of flappers and speakeasies, making jazz a known and loved currency in the state, and in particular, Minneapolis. ‘We call it Jazz’ is here to revive that history — through a night of improvisation, raw talent, and ambience. Jazz is a universal language, but one spoken through individuality — felt more than understood. Experience an evening of soulful exploration as ‘We call it Jazz’ arrives in Minneapolis.
The birthplace of Prince and home to iconic jazz clubs like the ‘Dakota’, Minneapolis’ rich musical history continues to flourish alongside the genre. ‘We call it Jazz’ hosted in the iconic Granada Theater offers an evening soundtracked by legends like Ella Fitzgerald, Stan Getz, Chet Baker, and more. Capacity is limited, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this intimate affair.
What can you expect at ‘We call it Jazz’ Minneapolis?
The magic of 1920s New Orleans arrives on your doorstep in all its former glory. This hour long performance is carefully curated to transport the audience back in time to a dimly lit speakeasy. Purchase a cocktail, sit at a small bar table with dim lights and observe the enchanting performance unfold before you.
At ‘We call it Jazz’, a group of talented musicians will take you on a journey of discovery filled with solos and improvisations, in combination with a setlist of classics like, “On The Sunny Side Of The Street”, “All Of Me” and “Fly Me To The Moon”. A night at the beautiful Granada Theater is set to be a beautiful musical adventure.
Jazz, its history and the show
Born on the vibrant streets of the southern states in cities like New Orleans and Louisiana, jazz is a restless blend of African, European, and Caribbean musical traditions. With its heartbeat in improvisation and its soul in syncopation, it has always been more than music — it became the sounds of resistance. Music shaped by raw expression, rebellion and experiment, refusing to fit into a genre and refusing to be ignored.
‘We call it Jazz’ is an invitation into that world — a tribute to its golden age. As F. Scott Fitzgerald, once captured the melancholy intrigue of this region, so too does jazz capture its edge and introspection. With beautiful vocals, saxophones, trumpets, and strings, talented musicians seek to capture the very essence of what jazz is all about. The setlist is varied with more introspective pieces like “Stella by Starlight” by Chet Baker, and bouncier tunes like, “Sing Sing Sing” by Louis Prima. You are no longer in Minneapolis — you are right back in New Orleans where it all began.
Reviews for We call it Jazz in Minneapolis
Thousands of people across more than 40 cities have experienced We call it Jazz—and they’ve rated it an outstanding 4.5 out of 5 stars. And while Minneapolis is next, we’ve gathered more reviews, take a look at what audiences around the world have been saying about the show:
Toronto
“Great music, venue and staff.” – April 24
Paris
“Beautiful place and very good musicians. I recommend it for those who like jazz.”
“Bel endroit et très bons musiciens. Je recommande pour ceux qui aiment le jazz.” – April 24
Madrid
“A high-quality jazz band. We also really liked the stage setting and the atmosphere of the venue. Highly recommended!”
“Banda de jazz con mucha calidad. También nos gustó mucho la puesta en escena y el ambiente del local. Muy recomendable!” – April 17
So, whether your a lifelong jazz lover, or are merely curious about the music that shaped a century, ‘We call it Jazz’ is your invitation to step inside the story. Be part of the audience in the beautiful Granada Theater for an evening where every note carries history — and every beat brings it back to life.
Join us for an unforgettable 1-hour show at the Granada Theater. With selected dates, and the best seating reserved on a first-come, first-served basis within each zone, buying your tickets quickly is advised!