All Upcoming Events
Lisa THEE’ Oracle Hightower
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 “An evening of Jazz & Soul featuring original songs by Lisa THEE’ Oracle Hightower and standards that you know and love. Join this amazing vocalist as she inspires & engages the audience for a wonderful evening of music & joy! Featuring an all star band […]
Charles Lewis 91st Birthday Show!
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 Come out and help Charles celebrate his 91st Birthday! Joe Corral-flute, Frank Smith-flute/sax, Charles Lewis-piano, Dwight Kilian-bass, Lewis Nash-drums, Steve Banks-percussion Few names in the jazz community command more respect than Charles Lewis, the first jazz-category inductee of the Arizona Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. And over the […]
Kimberly Weston
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 Often blending a mixture of latin and bossa rhythms with strong balladry, Kimberly Weston deals in a currency that goes beyond love, loss, joy and grief. She peels back the bandages over homelessness, dependency, and religious dogma. The heavier issues of a culture that quickly […]
Marcos Crego
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 Cuban pianist Marcos Crego comes to Venue 122 for an all out Latin blast, playing the a mix of Latin Jazz and old songs that paved the way for what we know as "Cuban Music" today. The Grammy nominated musician has worked with many of […]
Nazim Rashid & New Renaissance
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 Nazim Rashid-sax/saxello, Yari Divr-piano, Kenji Wagner-bass, Chase Ellison-drums Nazim Rashid has played with some of the greatest jazz masters such as Eddie Harris, who took him on as a student, Jimmy Smith, Pharoah Sanders, Hank Jones, Arthur Prysock, Groove Holmes, Eddie Henderson, and many others.
Francine Reed
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 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 […]
Bob Daniels – The Music of Chet Baker
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 Adam Compeau-trumpet/vocals, Tony Vacca-tenor sax/flute, Dave Henning-piano, Vincent Thiefain-bass, Bob Daniels-drums Chet Baker in the '50s & 60s The '50s set will include compositions by Russ Freeman, and the '60s set will feature compositions by Hal Galper from the 1965 "Baby Breeze" album. Sometimes known […]
Beth Lederman & Jazz Con Alma feat. Steven Powell
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 Beth Lederman-piano, Steven Powell-vocals, Damian Hagge-sax, Jon Murray-bass, Emerson Laffey-drums Beth Lederman is well-known for her sophisticated jazz and rhythmic Brazilian and Latin-jazz piano styles, not only in the Phoenix area, but throughout the Western U.S. from Canada to Mexico. She has been playing professionally […]
Natalie Gallatin
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 Natalie Gallatin-saxophones, Arsen Nalbandian-piano, Ben Hedquist-bass, Ryan Anthony-drums Natalie Gallatin is a saxophonist, composer, bandleader, educator, recording artist, and activist based in Phoenix, Arizona. She is a 21st century torch-bearer for the performance, education, and re-evaluation of the rich heritage of jazz music. Natalie also […]
Josiel Perez
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 Josiel Perez and his band bring the fiery sounds of Cuba together with the soulful sounds of American Jazz to create a concoction that will leave you wanting more. The group pays homage to the Cuban legends Perez Prado, Benny More, and Septeto Nacional. Ariel […]
Sandra Bassett
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 Immerse yourself in the captivating world of jazz with Sandra Bassett at Venue 122! Embark on an unforgettable night filled with soul-stirring jazz, as the sensational Sandra Bassett graces the stage. Join us at The Nash, where Sandra will enchant you with her sultry melodies […]
Carmela y Más
Venue 122 @ 122 E. Culver St. 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZAT VENUE 122: 122 E. CULVER ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004 Hispanic Heritage Month Show Carmela y Más, the Valley’s premier Latin Jazz and Salsa Band return to the Nash with their awesome Afro-Cuban/Caribbean rhythms. Join the band for a night of soulful Latin grooves at beautiful Venue 122. Martha Rodriguez will return to give free […]