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 […]

Chuck Redd-vibes, Angelo Versace-piano, Tom Wakeling-bass, Lewis Nash-drums Vibraphonist Chuck Redd and his quartet will present an evening of Gershwin compositions - and more! Jazz Times praised Redd's playing describing his vibes work as, "Exquisite!" The Washington Post admired his "melodic sparkle." Chuck Redd is well known internationally as a performer on drums and vibraphone.

Alice Tatum-vocals, Jerry Donato-sax, Nicole Pesce-piano, Jon Murray-bass, Dan Tomlinson-drums and special guest vocalists Diana Lee and Claudia Maynes Alice Tatum is a true Valley legend, and on March 8th she will be celebrating the release of her latest album, Origin, as well as her birthday! She'll be joined by her all-star band and special […]

The Nash is proud to present Carmela y Más “A Tribute to Marc Anthony and Tito Nieves” Join Carmela y Mas, the valley’s  premier Latin Jazz and Salsa Band in the valley. as they take you through a  musical tribute celebrating the history and vocals of Marc Anthony and Tito Nieves, two award winning Latino […]

The Superstition Jazz Orchestra: "A JAZZY PORTRAIT OF THE BEATLES" Celebrating 60 years On Wednesday, March 13, the 19-piece Superstition Jazz Orchestra will present an evening of some of the most beloved hits by this extraordinary group, arranged by orchestra director and composer, Mike Crotty, with a distinctively new jazz treatment. The music soars to […]

The Peoria High School Panther Jazz Band in concert, directed by Jeffrey Malone.  

Andrew Gross - tenor sax, Arsen Nalbandian - piano, Kenji Wagner - bass, Sam Russo - drums John Coltrane's unparalleled contributions to the world of jazz firmly establish him as one of the most influential and revered musicians in the history of the music. In a celebration of his legacy, this tribute aims to showcase the music that […]

Ashlin Parker-trumpet, Clark Gibson-sax, Michael Kocour-piano, Corcoran Holt-bass, Lewis Nash-drums A versatile jazz trumpeter based in New Orleans, Ashlin Parker is sought after for big band, small ensemble, and solo performances.  He has played with various ensembles at jazz festivals and clubs in Australia, Barbados, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, England, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Italy, […]

Don't miss Francine Reed along with We3 (Renee Patrick, Nicole Pesce, Suzanne Lansford) and Sheila Earley for a special Sunday Matinee concert.  This powerful quintet will entertain you with favorites both old and new along with a special shout out to all of Francine's "Wild Women" in the audience. There might even be a special […]

Remy Le Boeuf is a 4x Grammy-nominated composer and saxophonist whose music is rooted in the jazz tradition and overlaps into contemporary classical and indie-rock realms. Le Boeuf is also the founder and director of the jazz orchestra, Assembly of Shadows, as well as the Chief Conductor of the Nordkraft Big Band in Denmark.  He […]