The Myrna Loy Center is bringing back Jazz in the Woods for its 25th anniversary on Sunday, August 2, at the historic Moose Creek Cabin near Rimini. The free event features the Wilbur Rehmann Quartet joined by guest student musicians — a pairing that has become a signature of the outdoor concert series, connecting working jazz musicians with emerging talent in one of the more scenic settings the Helena area has to offer.
Moose Creek Cabin sits in the mountains southwest of Helena, accessible via the gravel road toward Rimini, and the annual concert has built a loyal following among Helena residents who make a summer ritual of the trip. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and picnic baskets — the setting is informal by design, and the combination of live jazz and the mountain backdrop has made it one of the more distinctive free events on the local summer calendar.
The Myrna Loy Center, Helena's home for independent film and arts programming on Last Chance Gulch, has sponsored the event throughout its 25-year run, extending its programming beyond the walls of its downtown venue. The student musician component reflects the center's ongoing investment in arts education and mentorship in the region.
Admission is free. The event is Sunday, August 2. Organizers recommend checking road conditions before heading out, as the Rimini road can be rough depending on recent weather.