In conjunction with ABODA and Young Sounds, The Nash presents an immersive afternoon of jazz masterclasses tailored for educators, featuring expert-led sessions on improvisation techniques, big band fundamentals, and pedagogical approaches to working with woodwinds, brass, and rhythm section. This workshop is open to all music educators of any level. $50 - includes free ticket […]

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 […]

Join the ASU Jazz Repertory Band and ASU Jazz Combos for a great night of live jazz! The Jazz Repertory Band in the ASU Herberger Institute School of Music, Dance and Theatre offers exciting playing opportunities to students while providing a solid foundation of the musical styles associated with the jazz tradition.  

Nick Manson Quartet: Special Guest - Hope Morgan "The Late, Late Show" Nick Manson-piano/bandleader, Andrew Gross-sax, Dwight Kilian-bass, Dom Moio-drums, with special guest Hope Morgan-vocals The two-time Emmy award winning multifaceted Manson is also a composer, arranger and producer who has excelled in several fields. His piano playing is swinging, lyrical, consistently innovative and quite […]

Nick Finzer-trombone, Renee Rosnes-piano, Rufus Reid-bass, Lewis Nash-drums Immerse yourself in an extraordinary concert experience as we bring to life the musical legacy of the legendary J.J. Johnson! A heartfelt tribute to one of Finzer’s musical heroes. J.J. Johnson, a trailblazer on the trombone, revolutionized the instrument much like Charlie Parker did for the saxophone. […]

This show has been CANCELED. We apologize for any inconvenience The Hamilton High School Jazz Band directed by Leo Werner, appears in concert with the Bogle Junior High School Jazz Band, directed by Carlos Aguero.

The Skyline High School Jazz Band, under the direction of Lynn Truby, appears in concert with the Stapley Junior High School Jazz Band, under the direction of Christina Soper.  

The Millennium High School jazz program presents a concert. Under the direction of Travis Larson.  

Matt Lennex-trombone, Adam Roberts-tenor saxophone, Nick Manson-piano, Vince Thiefain-bass, Ryan Anthony-drums The Giants of Jazz return to the Nash to cap off a day-long celebration of the trombone! For the finale of the 3rd Annual Chandler-Gilbert Trombone Day, the Giants of Jazz will pay tribute to current and past masters of the instrument while welcoming guest artists including former […]

KJZZ SPRING PARTY Come out and meet Blaise Lantana, the voice of jazz from KJZZ JAZZ PHX, as she leads a celebration of Spring with several of her musician friends playing songs with Spring and April themes.

Legendary trombonist Wycliffe Gordon appears in concert with Young Sounds of Arizona, directed by Andrew Gross, and The Nash Legacy Ensembles. Jazz Journalists Association named Wycliffe Gordon 2022 “Trombonist of the Year” for the record-breaking 15th time, and he’s topped Downbeat Critics Poll for “Best Trombone” for an unprecedented six times (2020, 2018, 2016, 2014, […]

Jazz combos are the core of the ASU Jazz Studies program. These exciting small jazz groups allow students to showcase their improvisational skills in a variety of styles including bebop, fusion and avant-garde, while offering a creative outlet for student composers and arrangers. Come see the jazz stars of tomorrow today!