Josh Gallagher attended the Berklee College of Music on a full ride scholarship and played in the Brubeck Institute Jazz Sextet. After living in New York City, he returned to Eau Claire. Catch this masterful and swinging pianist in action.

The Artem Group is an Eau Claire-Based jazz trio led by guitarist Eli Miller, focusing on the post bop sound of the 1960’s. Join Miller alongside bassist Roland Fay and drummer Oscar Velcek this week at the Lakely, where they’ll perform jazz classics from 7-10pm.

Between Howls are dynamic vocalist/violinist Ren Cooper Howl & guitarist/singer-songwriter Nick Muska Howl. The two perform a blend of folk, rock and blues featuring a distinctive take on the catalogs of artists past & present alongside their own original material.

This special performance features Josh Gallagher on piano, Shane Leonard on drums, and Jeremy B. on bass, joined by Minneapolis-based tap dancer Ashley Gonzalez. A prominent and dynamic voice in the Twin Cities tap scene, Ashley brings rhythm, movement, and spontaneous interaction into the music, turning the bandstand into a true conversation between sound and dance. Expect deep grooves, open interplay, and a night where jazz and tap meet in real time.

Renowned bassist Jeremy Boettcher swiftly rose to prominence, captivating audiences nationwide with his remarkable versatility and musical prowess. In recent years, he has graced the global stage, touring extensively with icons like Sean Carey and Richard Johnson. Notably, his exceptional talents have been showcased in prestigious venues such as Jazz At Lincoln Center Doha and Jazz At Lincoln Center Shanghai.