Chuck Mangione Tribute featuring the Steve Kenny Quintet

Doors will open at 5:30 PM for Dinner and Drink Service. A Classic Jazz Quintet interprets the music of Chuck Mangione Jazz trumpeter Steve Kenny and The Steve Kenny Quintet present a powerful celebration of the music and legacy of Chuck Mangione in a special tribute honoring the recently departed jazz icon. Far more than a nostalgia show, this performance reimagines Mangione’s beloved catalog through the lens of fearless modern jazz improvisation and deep musical storytelling. From soaring melodies and cinematic grooves to the infectious spirit that made his music resonate across generations, the quintet will reveal why these compositions deserve a lasting place in the jazz canon alongside the great standards. Audiences will hear fresh, adventurous interpretations of Mangione classics — music that stretches far beyond the familiar radio hits into richly layered, emotionally charged, and creatively expansive territory. Expect vibrant interplay, inspired solos, unexpected turns, and the unmistakable joy and humanity that made Chuck Mangione’s music timeless. This is both a heartfelt tribute and a bold artistic exploration — honoring the spirit of a jazz legend while bringing his music thrillingly alive for today’s listeners. Steve Kenny: Trumpet Dave Brattain: Saxophones Bryan Nichols: Keyboards Dan Carpel: Bass Miguel Hurtado: Drums Jazz trumpeter, composer, and curator Steve Kenny has long been one of the driving creative forces in the Minnesota jazz community. A fearless improviser and visionary bandleader, Kenny is known for performances that balance deep respect for the jazz tradition with adventurous, modern artistic exploration. He is a founding member of acclaimed ensembles including the illicit sextet, Group 47, and What Would Monk Do?, while also leading his own celebrated quartets and quintets featuring many of the Twin Cities’ most sought-after jazz musicians. Beyond the bandstand, Kenny has played a major role in shaping the regional jazz scene as…