Raspberry Jam: the annual Carole King tribute event

Come join us for a night filled with soulful tunes at TAK Music Venue! We're celebrating the legendary Carole King with our annual tribute event, Raspberry Jam. Get ready to groove to her timeless classics and enjoy a night of music and memories. This in-person event is a must-attend for any Carole King fan. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening!

The current roster of the Raspberry Jam Band includes: Kari Marie (piano, vocals), Pat Lenertz (guitar, vocals), Bill Mohn (drums), Kris Ottem (bass), and guest vocalist Gina Powers. The band is pleased to feature the horns section on even more tunes than before! Returning to the stage is Keith Wander (trumpet), Steve Wallevand (trombone), and Fred Haring (saxophone). Other special guests include "Dakota" Kate Henne (fiddle, mandolin, harmonica, vocals) and McKenna Bakko (percussion). We are pleased to partner with Schmitt Music for the second year in a row, and will once again be featuring a baby grand piano for this performance.

During the social hour prior to the show (6:00-7:00PM), Deb's Corner Foods will be returning as the official vendor for the evening, serving delicious food items and snacks to please the palates of carnivorous and vegetarian/vegan attendees alike. The venue will also have a variety of cold beverages available for purchase, including several options for adult libations (with proof of ID).

Feedback from last year's show was incorporated into the ticket tiers and amenities for this year. Most notably, all ticketholders now will have access to choosing a table to sit at for enjoying the social hour and performance. Seats will not be assigned and will be available on a first-come-first-served basis.

• General Admission: $25
• ADA Admission: $25
• VIP Admission: $30 - Special VIP section including the tables closest to the front; seats are unassigned
• FRONT ROW TABLES: $140 - small round table reserved in the front row closest to the stage. Will seat up to 4 concertgoers. Price of the table includes admission to the event. Please note: All tables purchased will be assigned numerically in the order that they were received; this number will be provided upon arrival.

All ages are welcome at this show!

October 10, 2025, will mark the seventh presentation of the Raspberry Jam tribute show and the second year at TAK Music Venue, having been previously held at the former HoDo Lounge and Concordia College.

Thank you for supporting live & local music! All sales are final.

Info: Menu forthcoming

Info: 2 full sets of music with intermission

Host or Publisher Kari Marie - girlwithapiano