Spirited and tasteful groups led by acclaimed Twin Cities upright bassist Ted Olsen
and featuring top local musicians.
Our repertoire focuses on the Great American Songbook and jazz standards.
We love swinging together and having a good time- what a great way to start a party!
Duos to quintets, vocal or instrumental groups. Can also play dance/Top 40 sets.
In addition to playing private parties and weddings, we’ve been featured at Twin Cities venues including: Dakota Jazz Club, Crooners, The Lexington, Icehouse, and Café Lurcat.
2 reviews
Ellie K.
February 24, 2025Ted and his crew quite literally made our event come together! They were very professional, sounded incredible and were kind to the fact that it was a philanthropy event. The ambiance they provided was a game changer for our event. Book Ted Olson Jazz Combo!
Hired as: Jazz Band
Karen K.
December 26, 2024Ted and company are talented musicians that add class to your event.
Hired as: Wedding Band
Price range: Contact for rates
Ted Olsen is a double bassist from Minneapolis, MN with an extensive background as both a performer and composer. His bass playing teems with rhythmic vitality and an optimistic spirit.
In 2019 Olsen was named an alternate to the prestigious International Society of Bassists' Jazz Bass Competition.
He has been fortunate to share the stage with many stellar musicians, including: Michael Cain, Dayna Stephens, Javier Santiago, John Raymond, Leo P, Tim Sparks, Dean Magraw, Aby Wolf, Eric Mayson, Caroline Smith, and Steve Kenny.
Notable performances include the Twin Cities Jazz Festival, Dakota Jazz Club, First Avenue (MN), Eau Claire Jazz Festival (WI), Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe (MI), Rockwood Music Hall (NY), Nocturne (CO), Fulton Street Collective (IL) and Cafe Coda (WI).
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Minneapolis, MN
Jazz Band
