From the mid-1970s through the early 90s, Francine reigned as the most popular jazz and blues vocalist in the Valley.  In fact, she was still winning New Times/Best of Phoenix awards  after she moved to Atlanta!  Francine appeared with her bands Jazz Alive and Fever at venues such as The Boojum Tree, Chuy’s and Chuy’s […]

Roxy Coss-sax, Caili O'Doherty-piano, Russell Hall-bass, Bryan Carter-drums "Easily the next hot modern jazz star for generation now" - Cashbox Magazine Musician, Composer, Bandleader, Educator and Activist Roxy Coss received the 2022 Downbeat Critics’ Poll "Rising Star" award on Soprano Saxophone, is a recipient of the ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award, the Hothouse Magazine & […]

Vincent Herring-alto sax, James Carter-tenor sax, Wallace Roney Jr.-trumpet, Paul Bollenback-guitar, Dave Kikoski-piano, Essiet Essiet-bass, Lewis Nash-drums “…the band wears its hard-bop heart on its sleeve …It practically dares audiences to sit still and remain on their best behavior.” – Steve Futterman, The New Yorker SOMETHING ELSE! is a Soul Jazz Revue led by Vincent Herring, […]

Saxophonist Vincent Herring's intense, soulful, multi-noted style and ebullient swing have excited audiences worldwide. On stage, Herring and his band often make an incendiary sound over fine and controlled rhythms of modern times. Vincent tours frequently with his projects around the in the United States, Europe, Japan, China and around the world. Vincent continues to […]

? Experience the Mesmerizing Jazz of Sandra Bassett at The Nash! ? Indulge your senses in an unforgettable evening of soul-stirring jazz with the sensational Sandra Bassett. Join us at The Nash as she takes the stage, delivering sultry melodies and timeless classics that will transport you to a world of smooth rhythms and unforgettable […]

BossaNova 77 has been performing Brazilian Bossa Nova Jazz music and standards for over 40 years in the Phoenix area. BossaNova 77 performs the classic sounds out of Brazil from performers like Antônio Carlos Jobim, and Joao Gilberto, as well as all the American Jazz Standards we know and love in a classic Bossa Nova […]

Join us for an evening of Big Band Music, featuring the Scottsdale Community College Big Band under the direction of Eric Rasmussen and the Chandler Gilbert Community College Little Big Band under the direction of Adam Roberts.  

Adam Roberts and Dave Schmidt “Twin Tenors”  Back by popular demand! Adam Roberts-saxophone, Dave Schmidt-saxophone, Dave Henning-piano, Ben Hedquist-bass, Ryan Anthony-drums Adam Roberts & Dave Schmidt celebrate the legacy of the tenor saxophone playing bebop, hard bop, modal jazz, and modern tunes destined to become classics.

FLOOTE PRINTS: Mike Crotty-flute/alto flute/bass flute, Joe Corral-flute/alto flute/piccolo, Michael Collins-piano, Dwight Kilian-bass, Ryan Anthony-drums Rarely has the sound of two flutes been heard in jazz since recordings by Joe […]

Join Blaise Lantana & Friends, including Francine Reed, Dennis Rowland, Stan Sorenson, and more! Hear Some Halloween favorites Witchcraft, Spooky, Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea, Black Magic Woman, Autumn Leaves and The Night has A Thousand Eyes. Costume contest for some new  CDs and KJZZ swag. Join the All Hallows' eve Celebration […]

The University of Iowa Jazz Faculty Trio (The IJFT) Dr. Damani Phillips-sax, Curtis Taylor-trumpet, Dr. William Menefield-piano, Corcoran Holt-bass, Lewis Nash-drums The newly-formed IJFT consists of the newly-solidified jazz faculty […]

Andrew Gross-saxophone, Paul Brewer-saxophone, Nick Manson-piano, Mike Ozuna-guitar, Dwight Kilian-bass, Scott Sadlon-drums, Joe Garcia-percussion Led by drummer Scott Sadlon, SONRISA is a collective of some of the most talented jazz musicians in the Phoenix area.  Named after the Spanish word for “Smile” the group brings a joyful energy to its performances. It’s a rare occasion […]