"Japan's Embrace of Jazz" Akiko Tsuruga-organ, Bob Kenmotsu-sax with Lewis Nash-drums Full-length performance plus discussion This will be an enlightening conversation and full-length performance by Lewis Nash with two of his very favorite Japanese musicians! Nash has toured Japan well over 100 times, where he and many other American jazz musicians are widely respected and revered. This […]
Mike Eckroth-piano, Alex Ayala-bass, Joel Mateo-drums, Mauricio Herrera-percussion In this special concert, Phoenix native Michael Eckroth brings the core quartet from his upcoming release “Plena” to the Nash. Featuring a dialogue between the percussive traditions of Cuba and Puerto Rico interspersed with varied Latin jazz styles, the upcoming album on the Truth Revolution label will […]
Liam Connor-trumpet, Mike Kocour-piano, Jonah Howard-guitar, Vincent Thiefain-bass, Dom Moio-drums Dom and Mike lead The Young Guys through music from some of the great jazz trumpet players: Freddie Hubbard, Miles Davis, Art Farmer, Blue Mitchell, Kenny Dorham and more. This will be a fun evening of swinging music!! TICKETS: Tier 1: $39 (Tier 1 […]
Francine’s shows always sell out quickly, so get your tickets and the seats you want now! 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 […]
Ike Ramalho-guitar/vocals, Laurine Beatriz-vocals, David Leighton-flute, Wen Wu-clarinet, Danny Morissette-alto sax, Natalie Gallatin-tenor sax, Glenn Stern-bass, Joel Oroz-drums Ike Ramalho is a Brazilian guitarist, singer, and music producer. He began studying guitar at the age of 10 and has always been connected to Brazilian Music and Jazz. Throughout his early years, he accompanied professional musicians and […]
Larry Fuller Trio featuring Lewis Nash and Rodney Whitaker TWO SHOWS: 7:00 & 9;15 PM Larry Fuller-piano, Rodney Whitaker-bass, Lewis Nash-drums “In his amazing gossamer piano solos, he sprinkles stardust on whatever song he plays; you hold your breath in wonder.” ~ The New York Times Based in New York City, Larry Fuller is an internationally acclaimed […]
The Jack Radavich Trio with Jazz Saxophonist JERRY WELDON - featured soloist with HARRY CONNICK Orchestra Jerry Weldon-tenor sax, Nick Manson-piano, Jack Radavich-bass, Dick Weller-drums Longtime Phoenix bassist Jack Radavich spent time with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and, in the process, made some lifelong connections with New York City area musicians. Fortunately for us, these […]
Photo by Ra-Re-Valverde 7:00 PM Jeremy Pelt-trumpet, Chien Chien Lu-vibraphone, Victor Gould-piano, Jonathan Michel-bass, Allan Mednard-drums Jeremy Pelt has become one of the preeminent young trumpeters within the world of jazz. Forging a bond with the Mingus Big Band very early on, as his career progressed, Pelt built upon these relationships and many others which […]
Saxophonist, bandleader and composer CHARLIE “Yardbird” PARKER was one of the most legendary figures in the history and evolution of the jazz idiom. Despite his passing away at the young age of 34, Bird’s body of work far surpassed that of any of his predecessors and most of those who followed him. The revolutionary musical […]
Diana Lee-vocals, Dennis Rowland-vocals, Raul Yañez-piano, Jon Murray-bass, Greg Warner-drums Dennis Rowland is beloved by jazz devotees and theatergoers around the globe. The Detroit native and Phoenix, Arizona resident was the voice of the world-renowned Count Basie Orchestra between 1977 and 1984, where he shared the stage with Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Joe Williams and […]
Sandra Bassett..."Just For You" Sandra Bassett-vocals, David Marq-sax, Curtis Andrews, Jr.-keys, Felix Sainz-bass, Tim Robinson-drums Sandra takes you on a journey of jazz standards and contemporary music with songs you know and love! Sandra Bassett is an engaging, entertaining, and gifted singer with a powerful vocal range and a smooth delivery. Originally from Detroit, MI […]
Dave Henning-piano/bandleader Every Sunday the true spirit of jazz plays out on stage at The Nash, as student and pro musicians play together, unrehearsed, in a variety of combinations. There’s always a solid core trio. Student jazz musicians are welcome, with house band, grand piano, guitar and bass amp, drum set and sound all provided. […]
Join us for an evening of Big Band Music, featuring bands from Scottsdale Community College under the direction of Eric Rasmussen and Chandler Gilbert Community College under the direction of Adam Roberts. $10, $5 Students (25 & under w/ ID)
Eric Rasmussen-alto saxophone, Adam Roberts-tenor/soprano sax, Keith Kelly-tenor/baritone sax, Jeff Libman-guitar, Ben Hedquist-bass, Ryan Anthony-drums Running From Bears is one of the leading creative jazz ensembles in the Southwest. Formed in 2009, this eclectic Phoenix-based sextet is known for adventurous compositions, imaginative arrangements including live jazz mash-ups, and exhilarating improvisations. The group’s most recent album […]
NOAH HAIDU with BUSTER WILLIAMS and LEWIS NASH 7:00 PM Noah Haidu-piano, Buster Williams-bass, Lewis Nash-drums “A rising star in New York’s vibrant jazz scene…Haidu is one of the finest young jazz lions” -Edward Blanco / JazzTimes “Unquestionably one of the most confident and impressive of all the new pianists…Haidu is an important new talent.” […]
photo by Diane Banyai Steven Powell-vocals/percussion, David Marq-sax, Beth Lederman-keyboards, Mel Brown-bass, Janet Daniel-drums Beth Lederman brings her versatile group to The Nash for a special Sunday matinee performance featuring the smooth vocals of Steven Powell. Beth Lederman is well-known for her sophisticated jazz and rhythmic Brazilian and Latin-jazz piano styles, not only in the […]
The Nash Vocal Ensemble returns with a night of spooky songs to get you in the Halloween Spirit! Featuring music from by Lennon & McCartney, George & Ira Gershwin, Chick Corea, Johnny Mercer, Rodgers & Hart, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Jon Hendricks and more! $25, $10 Students (25 & under w/ ID)
Elliot Ventimiglia-sax, Michael Collins-piano, Vince Thiefain-bass, Cleve Huff-drums The CleveTet Presents: Influential Historical Jazz Musicians An evening of jazz with music from the greatest jazz musician composers i.e. Trane, Brubeck, Bird, Monk, Bill Evans, Herbie, Chick, Freddie Hubbard and many more. CleveTet founder Cleve Huff has put together an outstanding ensemble of four top jazz […]
Jimmy Nistico-sax, Devon Bridgewater-trumpet/violin, Dave Henning-piano, Selwyn Reams-bass, Bruce Stodola-drums Tenor saxophonist Jimmy Nistico brings his hard-swingin’ Jazz Express quintet to The Nash for a night of straight ahead, mainstream jazz. The band has been together for 15 years and focuses on musical tributes to Cannonball Adderly Wayne Shorter Dexter Gordon and Sal Nistico and […]
Blaise Lantana-guitar/vocals, Mary Petrich-sax, Stan Sorenson-guitar, Ioannis Goudelis-piano, John Lewis-drums 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 and wear your favorite […]
A night featuring the jazz combos of Chandler Gilbert Community College. Groups will be performing music from the Swing Era, Traditional Jazz, Modern Jazz, and the music of Snarky Puppy. The Chandler-Gilbert Community College jazz combos are under the direction of Adam Roberts. $10, $5 Students (25 & under w/ ID)
FREE ADMISSION! Delphine Cortez-vocals, Joel Robin-piano Come on in and check out The Nash! Wine, beer, soft drinks and snacks will be available for purchase.
Terell Stafford-trumpet, Bruce Barth-piano, Peter Washington-bass, Lewis Nash-drums It doesn’t get any more “up close and personal” than this extraordinary opportunity to listen to, and mingle with some of the greatest jazz musicians of our time! Join us for this spectacular private party for 50 guests featuring a performance of beloved jazz standards by the […]
TWO SHOWS: 7:00 & 9:15 PM Charles McPherson-sax, Terell Stafford-trumpet, Bruce Barth-piano, Peter Washington-bass, Lewis Nash-drums Join The Charles McPherson Quintet with trumpeter Terell Stafford, jazz MVP drummer Lewis Nash, pianist Bruce Barth and bassist Peter Washington in celebrating the 9th Anniversary of The Nash. The weekend will concurrently honor the centennial of Charlie “Bird” […]
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SPECIAL EVENT: Lewis Nash presents Niki Haris
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TWO SHOWS: 7:00 & 9:15 PM Niki Haris-vocals, Mitch Forman-piano, Tom Kennedy-bass, Lewis Nash-drums Get ready for an uplifting blend of jazz, blues, soul and gospel music as powerhouse vocalist Niki Haris takes the stage at The Nash. Niki is the daughter of legendary jazz pianist Gene Harris, and has emerged as a soul-stirring vocal […]
SPECIAL EVENT: Niki Haris “Gospel of Light” Jazz Matinee
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Niki Haris-vocals, Mitch Forman-piano, Tom Kennedy-bass, Lewis Nash-drums Niki Haris has built a reputation for captivating Sunday Gospel shows at the Vail Jazz Party, on The Jazz Cruise and elsewhere. While these shows can be characterized as a “religious experience” simply based on their energy and inspiration, Niki says she hopes to lead listeners to […]
Jam Session: Ioannis Goudelis
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Ioannis Goudelis-piano/bandleader, Ted Sistrunk-bass, Connor Sample-drums Every Sunday the true spirit of jazz plays out on stage at The Nash, as student and pro musicians play together, unrehearsed, in a variety of combinations. There’s always a solid core trio. Student jazz musicians are welcome, with house band, grand piano, guitar and bass amp, drum set […]
Mike Kocour & Friends
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Natalie Gallatin-sax, Jeff Libman-guitar, Mike Kocour-piano, Ben Hedquist-bass, Holly Chaput-drums Pianist and ASU Director of Jazz Studies Michael Kocour and his hard-swinging quintet will put you in the groove with jazz classics! “Michael Kocour, a brilliant pianist and composer. He plays with remarkable creativity and a technique to die for. Sparkling ideas fly from his […]
Alice Tatum Band
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Join Alice and her All-Star band for a great evening of jazz and contemporary music! Alice Tatum-vocals, Beth Lederman-keys, Pete Pancrazi-guitar, Jon Murray-bass, Todd Chuba-drums Alice Tatum is an award-winning and critically acclaimed singer who has been a fixture on the Phoenix music scene for more than 30 years. She is an accomplished jazz vocalist […]
Pam Morita Quintet: International Peace Day Celebration
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Pam Morita-piano/vocals, Wen Wu-woodwinds, Allen Ames-violin/guitar, Ben Hedquist-bass, Dowell Davis-drums In celebration of International Day of Peace on September 21st. Music without borders is a concert of music from different countries to use music as a way of spreading love and peace. It features Pam Morita on vocals and piano, Wen Wu on clarinet and […]
Jam Session: Adam Clark
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Adam Clark-drums/bandleader Every Sunday the true spirit of jazz plays out on stage at The Nash, as student and pro musicians play together, unrehearsed, in a variety of combinations. There’s always a solid core trio. Student jazz musicians are welcome, with house band, grand piano, guitar and bass amp, drum set and sound all provided. […]
Cal Tjader Project
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Scott Zimmer – sax/flute, Brett Reed – vibes, Ted Sistrunk – bass, Dom Moio – drums, Joe Garcia – congas With exciting performances of Mambo, Cha cha cha, and other grooves, The Cal Tjader Tribute Band pays homage to one of the most important Latin-jazz artists of the last century. Including the best musicians in […]
SPECIAL EVENT: Akiko Tsuruga Trio
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TWO SHOWS: 7:00 & 9:15 PM In Celebration of The Japan/Jazz Connection: The Akiko Tsuruga Trio Akiko Tsuruga-organ, Bob Kenmotsu-sax, Lewis Nash-drums This show presents two Japanese jazz stars in a trio setting with jazz’s quintessential rhythm master, Lewis Nash. Organist Akiko Tsuruga has been described as “Sweet and Funky”, “Cute and Bad” and “A composer […]
SPECIAL MATINEE EVENT: Akiko Tsuruga Trio
The Nash @ 110 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA The Nash110 E Roosevelt St Roosevelt St,
Phoenix, AZ 85004,, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
"Japan's Embrace of Jazz" Akiko Tsuruga-organ, Bob Kenmotsu-sax with Lewis Nash-drums Full-length performance plus discussion This will be an enlightening conversation and full-length performance by Lewis Nash with two of his very favorite Japanese musicians! Nash has toured Japan well over 100 times, where he and many other American jazz musicians are widely respected and revered. This […]
Jam Session: Stan Sorenson
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Phoenix, AZ 85004,, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
Joe Berg Photography Stan Sorenson-guitar/bandleader Every Sunday the true spirit of jazz plays out on stage at The Nash, as student and pro musicians play together, unrehearsed, in a variety of combinations. There’s always a solid core trio. Student jazz musicians are welcome, with house band, grand piano, guitar and bass amp, drum set and […]
SPECIAL EVENT: Mike Eckroth Group
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Phoenix, AZ 85004,, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
Mike Eckroth-piano, Alex Ayala-bass, Joel Mateo-drums, Mauricio Herrera-percussion In this special concert, Phoenix native Michael Eckroth brings the core quartet from his upcoming release “Plena” to the Nash. Featuring a dialogue between the percussive traditions of Cuba and Puerto Rico interspersed with varied Latin jazz styles, the upcoming album on the Truth Revolution label will […]