Baby Blue Arts

Celebrating Minnesota Musicians and Performers

The Carl Franzén Trio

Composer, keyboard player and singer… Carl Franzen transforms his stories into haunting and lyrical melodies. In this performance, Carl weaves the voices of cello and guitar throughout his original compositions.
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A Retrospective


Baby Blue Arts has had the privilege to record many wonderful Minnesota artists over the years. Join us as we take a look back at just a few of special shows we have had the honor to produce.
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Reuben Ristrom Trio

Reuben Ristrom is a long-time favorite Minnesota musician, who for decades has been treating audiences of all sizes with his guitar and banjo-playing. In this program he performs with his sons Dan Ristrom on vocals and Andrew Ristrom playing drums. Tom Lewis joins the group with his string bass.
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Steve Clarke & The Working Stiffs

Steve Clarke’s fine sax-playing is front-and-center in The Working Stiffs: an upbeat 5-piece combo and singer playing swing-era tunes and originals. This lively, fun music will definitely put a “swing” in your step!
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The Northerly Gales

The Northerly Gales play a mix of pensive and spirited tunes influenced by Celtic and Americana traditions. Lots of lively music here for those who like to dance or just watch and enjoy!
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John Penny

Long time Minneapolis-St. Paul composer, guitarist and performer John Penny uncovers “new pathways to human expression” in this duo with bass guitarist Charlie Riddle.
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Siama’s World Quartet

Siama’s World Quartet presents a selection of Siama’s original tunes, sung in the languages of his home country, sharing stories that are close to his heart.
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