AT THE NASH! 110 E. Roosevelt St. - FREE ADMISSION! Chris Counelis-sax, Dave Len Scott-trumpet, Dave Henning-piano, Selwyn Reams-bass, Ted Bouras-drums The I-17 Connection celebrates the best that Northern Arizona and The Valley have to offer - come out and catch some smokin', groove-forward jazz while enjoying the newly remodeled venue. Come in to The […]

FREE ADMISSION! Billed by the Phoenix New Times as “the premier live hip-hop band in town,” The Stakes have become a staple in Arizona’s music scene. The band reflects the diverse colors and experiences of the young and the revolutionary, with a realism and authenticity that brings together their unique brand of hip-hop. Their stories […]

FREE ADMISSION! Chaz Martineau-saxophones, Bailey Zick-bass, Jonas Esser-drums Brooklyn based saxophonist and composer Chaz Martineau returns to his home town for a First Friday happening with his trio. Expect some high-energy original jazz and a great time! Come in to The Nash for a cold drink and some great jazz before tackling the rest of […]

FREE ADMISSION! (21+ w/ valid ID ONLY) Natalie Gallatin-saxophones, Ray Lebert-guitar, Vince Thiefain-bass, Connor Sample-drums Natalie Gallatin is a saxophonist, composer, bandleader, educator, recording artist, and activist based in Phoenix, Arizona. She is a 21st century torch-bearer for the performance, education, and re-evaluation of the rich heritage of jazz music. Natalie also writes original music […]

FREE ADMISSION! (21+ w/ valid ID ONLY) Eric Rasmussen-sax, John Meier-guitar, Bailey Zick-bass, Jordan Tompkins-drums Native Phoenix guitarist and composer John Meier has been making a name for himself as a creative force on the New York City jazz scene. Assembling a band of Phoenix’s finest musicians, he returns home to The Nash to perform […]

Denny Monce-trumpet, Dave Schmidt-saxophone, Dave Henning-piano, Ben Hedquist-bass, John Lewis-drums Denny Monce & Dave Schmidt lead this fantastic band in a First Friday celebration of hard bop classics. Expect some high energy fireworks from this group of virtuosos - and it's free admission! Come in to The Nash for a cold drink and some great […]

FREE ADMISSION! Mary Petrich-saxophones, Ray Lebert-guitar, Vince Thiefain-bass, Cameron Knouse-drums Featuring some of the freshest original talent in the Valley, this group takes you deep into the works of celebrated composers like Paul Motian, Bennie Maupin and Renee Rosnes, as well as their own captivating compositions.  Come experience the unique musical rapport this ensemble has evolved over years […]

FREE ADMISSION! (21+ w/ valid ID ONLY) Josh Moore-guitar, Adam Roberts-sax, Ben Hedquist-bass, Connor Sample-drums Dr. Joshua Moore is a Classical and Jazz guitarist that is currently based in Flagstaff, Arizona. Josh was drawn to music from a very early age, finally making his way to the guitar around the age of 10. Josh is […]

FREE ADMISSION! (21+ w/ valid ID ONLY) Eric Rasmussen-alto sax, Keith Kelly-tenor sax, Adam Roberts-tenor and soprano sax, Ray Lebert-guitar, Ben Hedquist-bass, Connor Sample-drums Running From Bears is an adventurous Phoenix-based jazz sextet. Formed in 2007, the group is committed to the composition and performance of original works, along with the occasional reworking of popular songs. Each player/composer has a […]