“Satin Jazz”: A Live Music Event at the Milwaukee County Historical Society
MILWAUKEE, WI (March 30, 2026) – The Milwaukee County Historical Society is hosting a live music event on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, celebrating the history of jazz music and highlighting the illustrious story of Milwaukee’s own Minnette Wilson, Duke Ellington’s alleged muse that inspired his timeless tune, “Satin Doll.”
All are invited to attend this performance which features a thrilling lineup of musical talent accompanied by original choreography that celebrates historical figures from our community. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres, coffee, desserts, and a cash bar available. The production begins at 7:00 p.m. with Jon Mroz and the Troubadours of Rhythm performing early jazz standards. The Milwaukee County Historical Society will then deliver a brief presentation, including historic footage of Milwaukee’s “Satin Doll” Minnette Wilson. Attendees will enjoy a spotlight dance by Phairra Ahmani Jones as Minnette Wilson, enhanced by the melodic vocals of Corynn Latta, and the piano stylings of Trace Ellington, direct descendant of The Duke himself and owner of Mood Indigo Recordings. The show will conclude with the Tael Estremera Trio performing Duke Ellington tunes, with Corynn Latta returning to the stage as a special guest star.
The Milwaukee County Historical Society, located at 910 N Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, was founded in 1935 and functions as a resource for community members to learn about and celebrate Milwaukee. This unique setting features an elegant main hall, an intimate mezzanine level, and a patio with a spectacular view of Pere Marquette Park, making it the perfect venue for this celebration of live music and performance arts in our city.
“Milwaukee has a rich history of live music, especially as it relates to jazz. The ‘Satin Jazz’ event aims to showcase this legacy through the tremendous talent of the city’s modern-day musicians and performers,” says community advocate and event organizer Ron Aplin.
Tickets are $40.00 for Milwaukee County Historical Society members and $50.00 for general admission and are available for sale here: tinyurl.com/2kkwvkfk
About the Milwaukee County Historical Society
The Milwaukee County Historical Society was founded in 1935 as the repository for County records and since that time, has continued to expand its services to the community. More than one million documents and photographs and more than 75,000 artifacts are preserved by MCHS, and it is our mission to share these resources with the community. Through education programs, exhibitions, the research library, our historic sites, and special events, MCHS offers Milwaukeeans and visitors a chance to connect with the heritage of the city.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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