Madison’s Classy Music Scene

 

Madison bars are known for offering great selections of brews, rails, darts, pool, air hockey and televised sports events. However, if you are looking for a slightly more upscale venue and entertainment, the isthmus has some new offerings that DMI members and staffers are currently digging. 

If you haven’t heard the tinkling of ivories yet, you are missing out on Downtown Madison’s growing musical scene. The Ivory Room on West Mifflin and the Brink Lounge’s Piano Bar on East Washington offer classy accoutrements to the bar scene downtown. Patrons can request songs to be played by local, master pianists at the Ivory Room in an intimate setting. Thursday through Saturday individual and dueling pianists are featured at the Brink Lounge, offering guests keyboard rivalry to beat “The Devil Went Down to Georgia”.

The newly remodeled Majestic Theatre has concerts and events that range from emo to extravagant. Though the building purportedly lacks a single 90 degree angle, the theatre boasts a look that is sophisticated and inviting. Seating is comfortable and situated for excellent stage-viewing. It’s hard to not feel trendy while taking in a show or an après-work drink.

If you’re looking for a more relaxed scene, Brocach is a beacon to those with real or imagined Irish heritage. The large, two level badger den is intimate no matter where you sit. Local artists are featured throughout the week and range from bluegrass to country to Irish trad (as in, traditional).

It can be very difficult to track events at these locations and others, that’s why we have The Daily Page and Madison Verve to keep us in the loop.

These are staff favorites at the moment, but we’re always willing to try new places to discover, Any suggestions?