Jazz Jam Begins 9th Year, Supports Project FINE
Sunday, September 20 | 2:30 – 5:30 PM | Two Fathoms Brewing | Winona, MN
As summer fades into fall, H3O Jazz Trio and Two Fathoms Brewing celebrate the beginning their 9 th year of Jazz Jams. On Sunday, September 20 from 2:30 – 5:30 pm, everyone is welcome to the family-friendly “open mic for Jazz” while supporting Project FINE as the finale to its 2026 Welcoming Week. Find your spot on Two Fathoms’ spacious patio or in the taproom if weather isn’t good.
Project FINE is a nonprofit organization whose mission is “to create an inclusive community by
serving refugees and immigrants and building connections across cultures.” They serve as a bridge,
connecting refugees and immigrants to resources and bringing people together to build
understanding and create a more respectful and welcoming community. Learn more at
www.projectfine.org.
H3O Jazz Trio and Two Fathoms Brewing (formerly Island City) have helped support local nonprofits
with over $85,000 in total donations thanks to the generosity of Jazz Jam patrons! Last month’s Jazz
Jam contributed $1,900 in support of Team Vogel vs. Cancer. In addition to H3O matching all
donations, Two Fathoms Brewing contributes 20% of their Jazz Jam Sunday profits!
Everyone wishing to sing, play, or cheer on their friends is welcome to join the H3O Jazz Trio at Two
Fathoms Brewing’s monthly Jazz Jam! Interested players can choose from a wide selection of songs.
Music is available from the Hal Leonard Real Book series, bring your own music, or just name that
tune!
Come early to enjoy a Two Fathom’s beverage and enjoy an afternoon of great music with H3O Jazz
Trio and friends … all while showing your support for our community!
An up-to-date schedule is always available at H3OJazz.com. The family-friendly Jazz Jam is free and
open to all – young and not so young.
The 2027 fundraising dates are almost filled! Use this simple form to nominate your favorite nonprofit
for a future Jazz Jam:
http://H3OJazz.com/jazz-jams/non-profit-nominations.html
You can also email info@H3OJazz.com for more information.
About the H3O Jazz Trio
H3O Jazz Trio features a father and his two sons. Now in their 14 th year, the trio began playing
together when the younger son, Max, was only 14 years old. Along with older brother Hans on drums
and vibes and dad Eric on the piano, the group was asked to play for a private pool party and haven’t
stopped since!
H3O Jazz Trio performs a wide variety of jazz styles including original music. They have worked as
the rhythm section for numerous area professionals including Minnesota Music Hall of Fame’s Les
Fields, The D’Sievers, and Dr. John Paulson. Appearances include Gray Duck Theater &
Coffeehouse, Rochester City Jazz Fest, Castle Community, Midwest Music Fest, Great River
Shakespeare Festival, HBC25’s Artwork Winona, Free Family Concert Series, Blooming Grounds
Coffee House, 1928 Cocktails & Bites, Winona County Historical Society, Steele County Historical
Society, Minnesota Marine Art Museum, Winghaven Pizza Farm, Salem Glen Winery, Danzinger
Vineyards, Merrick State Park, Rhythms by the River (Fountain City, WI), Wednesdays in the Park
(Buffalo City, WI), Thesis Beer Project, Ride the Ridges, Winona County Habitat for Humanity,
Canadian Honker, Grace Presbyterian Church, Faith Lutheran Church, Central Lutheran Church,
Lutheran Campus Center, KTTC-TV, WXOW-TV, WKBT-TV, KQAL Radio, MPR News, and many
private events.
Based in Winona, MN, the trio hosts a monthly Jazz Jam at Two Fathom Brewing Company usually
on the third Sunday of every month from 2:30 to 5:30 pm.
H3O’s first album, TafelJazz, featuring 12 original tunes by Eric Heukeshoven, is available through all
major streaming services and on CD. Go to H3OJazz.com/tafeljazz/ to learn more. H3O’s second
album, Combo Carols – Volume One, is scheduled to be released in time for the holidays this year.
More information about the H3O Jazz Trio and current calendar can be found on their website –
H3OJazz.com
Photo caption: Area musicians jam with H3O in August (Courtesy UMJS, Anita’s Gig Pics)
Eric Heukeshoven is a member of the River Arts Alliance. To learn more about the benefits of membership, please visit: riverartsalliance.org/JOIN.