JAZZ ON THE PRAIRIE

Welcome to the Jazz on the Prairie Big Band sponsored in part by the City of Eden Prairie


WE ARE HERE TO ENTERTAIN YOU . . .

About Us

We are a 20-piece Big Band ensemble, affiliated with the Eden Prairie Community Band. Many of our members play in both bands. We perform about 20 concerts per year throughout the twin cities with genres including the golden era of swing, the big band era of the 50's, rock, and much more.


We are currently under the direction of Rob Estrine. For booking inquiries, please email Rob.

Upcoming Performances

Our purpose is to entertain the people of Eden Prairie and surrounding communities, while providing the traditional jazz band experience for adult musicians to play together for their mutual enjoyment and musical growth. 


We offer free concerts in the Twin Cities area. If you would like us to send you updates to our Performance Schedule, please add yourself to our Email List.


Jazz on the Prairie Big Band


Tuesday, January 30, 7:00 p.m.

Eden Prairie High School (Eden Prairie School District Jazz Fest)


Sunday, Jun 9, Noon-7:00 p.m.

Staring Lake Amphitheater

Minnesota Festival of Jazz on the Prairie

(JotP 6:00-7:00 p.m.)


Thursday, August 01, 2024, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Memorial Park, New Prague ("Music at the Broz/Czech Out New Prague")


Weather Information: In case of inclement weather for outdoor concerts, check the Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation Weather and Information Line at (952) 949-8449. Press option 5 for Arts and Special Events to hear if an event has been cancelled or moved indoors.

Join Our Band

Our members are non-professional musicians. Granted a few of them play pretty darn well, but this is an extra-curricular activity for them, providing the fun and enjoyment that comes from performing as a musician. We do not get paid -- we do this solely because we love playing jazz and love entertaining the crowd with the best music we can. You really can't beat this combination.


Our rehearsals are Thursdays from 9:00-10:30 p.m. in the Eden Prairie Central Middle School located at 8025 School Road in Eden Prairie. The band is open to adult musicians from Eden Prairie and surrounding communities.


If you are interested, please email Rob Estrine.

Jazz on the Prairie Big Band Festival

Every year in mid-June, Jazz on the Prairie Big Band plays host to six of the best non-professional big bands in the greater twin cities area. This concert is free and sponsored by the City of Eden Prairie and KBEM FM88.5, the local jazz radio station.


The location is Staring Lake Park in Eden Prairie. The first band kicks off at 2PM and the fun continues until dark, or the mosquitoes take the stage. There is usually barbecue ribs for sale if that helps out. 


Tentative List of Bands

  • Bend in the River Big Band
  • Just Friends Big Band
  • River City Jazz Orchestra
  • Acme Jazz Company
  • Good News Big Band
  • Jazz on the Prairie Big Band
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