Wells Pianos

06/18/2026

AT WELLS PIANOS TODAY!

Another vocalist featured in the Jazz Fests Showcase showcase is Niny Salem. See her Perform at tomorrow at Wells pianos, 5:00PM.

Niny Salem is a jazz vocalist originally from Vientiane, Laos. As a Southeast Asian immigrant who has lived across three continents, she brings a rich global perspective and multilingual flair to her music. Her warm tone, expressive voice, and thoughtful phrasing make each performance an intimate and unforgettable experience, blending timeless jazz with poignant storytelling.

06/18/2026

5PM TODAY!

New comer to the local jazz scene, Dakota Anderson will be performing at the Jazz Fest showcase. We'll be at Wells Pianos at 5:00PM.

Dakota Andersen is a vocalist, songwriter, arranger, and educator based in Minneapolis. Most recently, he released his debut album of 10 original jazz compositions entitled Switchgrass, which encompasses a wide range of vocal jazz styles, and draws heavily on inspiration from nature. Featuring a heavy-hitting lineup of local Twin Cities this album is sure to captivate listeners through the ensemble's dynamic playing and Dakota's thoughtful compositions. Past collaborations include Kurt Elling, Sinne Eeg, Darmon Meader, Laila Biali, Miguel Zenón, Myra Melford, Carl Allen, the One O’Clock Lab Band, and the Minnesota Jazz Chamber Orchestra. Dakota is originally from Fairfield, Iowa and earned his bachelor's degree in choral music education from the University of Northern Iowa and his master's degree in vocal jazz studies from the University of North Texas.

06/18/2026

TODAY AT 5PM!

Accompanying all of the awesome vocalists at The Twin Cities Jazz Society/Twin Cities jazz Fest showcase will be Steven Hobert.

Steven's transportive sound from the heart embodys Wonder and Mystery. He seeks to facilitate playfulness, healing, provoke compassion and warmly sink into the moment. His music has been described as “delightful, innovative and viscerally inspiring” that “dazzles audiences, opens hearts and fires up imaginations.” Steven performs on piano, accordion, & vocals as a soloist, with jazz project Sirclesound, the world beat-driven ensemble FireFlyForest, and Oudyano with renowned Syrian oud player Issam Rafea.
He has released three albums: "Ballet", "Ocean Eyes", and "Soft Equation".

06/13/2026

Looking for a Steinway? Get a performance restoration by Wells. Join the thousands who like our work better than the factory's.

06/13/2026

It was a perfect day outside, so we decided to stay in and record a Steinway Model A!

06/05/2026

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Sam, piano technician