Kristin Korb is a stellar bassist in the tradition of her mentor, Ray Brown, who introduced Kristin to the world on a Ray Brown Trio CD released in 1996. In addition to her hard-swinging bass chops, Kristin is a remarkable vocalist with a crystalline voice and adventurous style. Putting together her bass and vocal skills […]

Fred Forney-trumpet/flugelhorn, Brice Winston-saxophones, Charles Lewis-piano, Dwight Kilian-bass, Lewis Nash-drums Long-time Valley first-call trumpeter Fred Forney left the desert back in 2020, and left behind a legacy of some of the best jazz ever played in our state. Now he returns to Phoenix for a visit - and to get this band of All-Stars together […]

THE NASH WILL BE CLOSED TODAY - JOIN US AT THE BASH FOR THE NASH JAZZ FESTIVAL! Four bands, two stages, food trucks, a bar and more, this can't miss event features a wide range of jazz for all including a tribute to Blood, Sweat & Tears and a salute to Tito Puente's centennial. Taking […]

Clark Gibson-sax, Sean Jones-trumpet, Altin Sencalar-trombone, Pat Bianchi-organ, Lewis Nash-drums The Clark Gibson Quintet is a star-studded ensemble that will feature all original music as they celebrate the release of "Counterclock" through Cellar Records. Director of Education at The Nash, Clark Gibson has released 4 albums as a leader. His previous records have had favorable reviews in major jazz publications […]

Chuck Redd - vibes, Angelo Versace - piano, Tom Wakeling - bass, Dom Moio - drums  ONE SHOW ONLY! We hope you can join us Saturday, April 29, for a celebration of the master, Duke Ellington’s birthday!  Vibraphonist Chuck Redd and his quartet will present  a swinging evening of Ellington compositions which will include exciting […]

Tamir Hendelman-piano, Alex Frank-bass, Dean Koba-drums Whether leading the Tamir Hendelman Trio or as a long-time member of the Jeff Hamilton Trio and the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, award-winning pianist-composer Tamir Hendelman is known for his dynamic and sensitive touch, and his imaginative arranging.  Tamir Hendelman has toured and recorded with Natalie Cole (Still Unfortgettable), Barbra […]

“ . . . astounding, flawless, captivating.” --The New York Times. Grammy nominated pianist, vocalist, songwriter, radio host and humorist, Judy Carmichael is one of the world’s leading interpreters of stride and swing piano. Count Basie nicknamed her “Stride” acknowledging her command of the style. Judy will be joined by multi-Grammy winner, guitarist Larry Koonse. Judy and Larry will celebrate […]

The Corcoran Holt Quintet Corcoran Holt-bass and djembe, Stacy Dillard-tenor saxophone, Ashlin Parker-trumpet, Benito Gonzalez-piano, McClenty Hunter Jr-drums Corcoran performs regularly at many of the top music festivals and venues around the world. Some have included The North Sea Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Newport Jazz Festival, Pori Jazz Festival, The Village Vanguard, The Blue Note, and Dizzy’s Club […]

The Corcoran Holt Quintet Corcoran Holt-bass and djembe, Stacy Dillard-tenor saxophone, Ashlin Parker-trumpet, Benito Gonzalez-piano, McClenty Hunter Jr-drums Corcoran performs regularly at many of the top music festivals and venues around the world. Some have included The North Sea Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Newport Jazz Festival, Pori Jazz Festival, The Village Vanguard, The Blue Note, and Dizzy’s Club […]

Ted Rosenthal-piano, Ben Hedquist-bass, Lewis Nash-drums Ted Rosenthal is one of the leading jazz pianist/composers of his generation. He has performed worldwide as soloist, with his trio, and with many jazz greats including Gerry Mulligan, Art Farmer, Phil Woods, and James Moody.  Winner of the Thelonious Monk International Competition, Rosenthal has released 15 critically acclaimed […]