The Nash Education Program Ensembles appear in concert to end the Education season. Featuring: Nash Futures Ensemble, director Pamela MoritaNash Legacy Ensemble Red, director Clark GibsonNash Jazz DivAZ, director Mary PetrichNash Legacy Ensemble Blue, director Eric Rasmussen $15, $5 Students (25 & under w/ ID)
The Glendale Community College Jazz Program, under direction of Ben Hedquist, appears in concert with The Nash Jazz at Glendale program, directed by Clark Gibson & Ben Hedquist.
An Evening with Mesa Community College Jazz Studies: Paul Brewer, Director & Nick Manson As one of the first jazz studies programs in Arizona, the Mesa Community College Department of Jazz Studies is dedicated to teaching America’s true art form: Jazz. Offering classes in Jazz Improvisation, History, Theory, and Composition, as well as a wide array of jazz ensembles and combos, students of all backgrounds can learn with the MCC jazz faculty who also work in today’s music industry and are masters in their field. Alumni and recent graduates have succeeded in establishing careers in the performance and education of…
An evening of jazz with the Phoenix College Combos and Big Band, under the direction of Mary Petrich.
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.
Adam Roberts-sax, Beth Lederman-piano, Jon Murray-bass, Adam Clark-drums, Frank Valdes-percussion It's a Jazz Con Alma Latin Jazz Extravaganza for our Cinco de Mayo First Friday! Come in to The Nash for a cold drink and some great jazz before tackling the rest of the First Friday attractions on Roosevelt Row.
West by Northwest brings together four highly acclaimed artists who have performed worldwide with a who’s who of jazz. The band’s live performances embrace jazz’ past, present, and future, with a great chemistry and an adventurous, hard-swinging style. Trumpet master Jason Carder (Yanni, Maria Schneider, Ray Charles, Woody Herman), pianist Angelo Versace (Take 6, Jon Faddis, Slide Hampton), and the swinging rhythm team of Tom Wakeling (Lee Konitz, James Moody, Mel Torme), & Dom Moio (Clark Terry, Herb Ellis, Ahmad Jamal) join forces only a handful of times each year to perform as West by Northwest. Their time together on the bandstand…
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 Next Door/The Night Club, Churchill’s Pub and Bombay Bicycle Club, plus numerous festivals and concert halls. She has been part of Lyle Lovett’s Large Band since the mid 80’s, appeared on The Tonight Show, and appeared for many seasons in Seattle’s high-energy dinner-theatre cabaret, Teatro ZinZanni. What an…
The Scottsdale Community College Vocal Jazz Workshop appears in concert, under the direction of Dennis Rowland. $15, $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.
Adam Roberts and Dave Schmidt “Twin Tenors” Adam Roberts-saxophone, Dave Schmidt-saxophone, Dave Henning-piano, Ben Hedquist-bass, Ryan Anthony-drums Adam Roberts & Dave Schmidt celebrate the legacy of the tenor saxophone playing bebop, hard bop, modal jazz, and modern tunes destined to become classics.
Carmela y Más “Afro-Cuban Delight” show brings in summer 2023 with HOT Latin Jazz Salsa. Featuring “La Chicana de la Salsa”, Carmela Ramirez on vocals. Get ready for the moving sounds of Afro-Cuban rhythms and Latin infused Jazz. Performed by some of the finest musicians in the valley. Salsa Con Sabor! This nine--piece Latin Jazz - Salsa band has graced many stages locally and internationally.
THE DREAM BAND: The Brothers Landau (David & Daniel)-cello & guitar, Cathie King-violin, Thano Sahnas-guitar, Sam Russo-drums Annie Moscow is a contemporary poet, a hit songwriter, part-time comedian, and occasional philosopher. Her very visual songs take the listener right into the picture, often cutting below comfort levels, expressing what others think but don’t dare say. A riveting performer, Moscow commands the stage as she takes her audience to unexpected places. Her music, a unique blend of jazz, rock and americana, draws on diverse influences ranging from Debussy, Charles Ives and the Beatles, to Herbie Hancock, Joni Mitchell and Bruce Hornsby.
The South Mountain Latin Jazz Band, under the direction of Eddie Gaona, focuses on playing the exciting rhythms of Latin fused with Jazz. The two most influential mixers are Afro-Cuban and Brazilian music. This combined with Jazz comes across as passionate, intense, powerful and exciting! The Arizona School for the Arts jazz band, under the direction of Natalie Gallatin, will open the show.
The jazz program of Mesa High School in concert, under the direction of Jeff Quamo.
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 Streisand (Love Is The Answer, One Night Only: Live at the Village Vanguard), Roberta Gambarini (Easy to Love), and in duo with Tierney Sutton, in venues from the US to Europe to Japan.
Jeff Libman-guitar, Mike Kocour-piano, Ben Hedquist-bass, Dom Moio-drums Chicago-born jazz guitarist Jeff Libman is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Jazz Studies at Arizona State University. As a jazz guitarist, Libman performs frequently in the Phoenix metropolitan area, sharing the stage with some of Arizona’s finest jazz musicians, including Michael Kocour, Brice Winston, Dom Moio, and Eric Rasmussen. His most recent album, Strange Beauty, released on the Cellar Live label, received extensive radio airplay and reached #26 on the JazzWeek chart.
Join us in the Forman's basement as we re-imagine the greats from the ME decade! Including Elton John, Chicago, Earth, Wind & Fire, The Bee Gees, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5, Al Jarreau, The Carpenters, Dizzy Gillespie, and More! TICKETS: $25, $10 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.
Clark Gibson, Eric Rasmussen, Adam Roberts, Mary Petrich, Paul Brewer-saxophones, Arsen Nalbandian-piano, Bailey Zick-bass, Connor Sample-drums Supersax was born from the brilliant idea of harmonizing Charlie Parker's iconic bebop solos for an entire section of saxophones. During their 16 year career they performed thousands of concerts, released 11 albums, won a Grammy for Best Instrumental performance and set a ridiculously high bar for ensemble playing. The Nash Supersax Band now pays tribute to the ultimate tribute band, bringing back to life the original Med Flory arrangements from the 1970s. If ypu love jazz and the saxophone, you will love this show!
Hot Dogs & Jazz is a great opportunity for children and families to enjoy a fun program about jazz — the music born in America and found in Hip-Hop and other popular music. FREE Admission! (Please reserve seats through our ticketing site)
Lisa THEE’ Oracle Hightower and her band will take you on a musical journey that explores uncovers and relays the beautiful relationship between gospel & jazz music. They will demonstrate the common thread of improvisation that both genres embody, the beauty of playing what the music calls for in the moment and the joy of audience participation through call & response. You can also expect to hear some of your favorite songs from other genres but mostly….just expect to have an Uplifting Good Time! www.lisahightowermusic.com
Dr. Jesse McGuire-trumpet/flugelhorn, Raul Yañez-piano, Xavier Yañez-bass, Adam Clark-drums Get June started in style with some jazz, featuring this group of Arizona All-Stars! Come in to The Nash for a cold drink and some great jazz before tackling the rest of the First Friday attractions on Roosevelt Row.
Greg Abate-sax/flute, Dan Delaney-piano Dwight Kilian-bass, Arthur Vint-drums Greg Abate, jazz saxophonist, flutist and composer, continues as an International Jazz/Recording Artist with 225 days a year touring the globe. Greg’s newest release, Magic Dance, with Kenny Barron, Dezron Douglas and Johnathan Blake was on the JazzWeek Charts at number 1 for 7 weeks and remained high on the charts for a few more weeks! He placed at number 2 in the Downbeat Readers Poll for Alto Sax. “I sleep a lot better knowing there are alto players like Greg Abate out there” Phil Woods
Sherry Roberson & Friends: An Autumn Affair Sherry Roberson-vocals, Jesse McGuire-trumpet, Joel Robin-piano, Dwight Kilian-bass, Dom Moio-drums Critically acclaimed for her soulfully swinging song craft, Sherry Roberson has appeared in concert for two decades with the Jazz Divas and has toured overseas to Bangkok, Thailand and Istanbul, Turkey. Roberson’s ability to play with time by moving phrases ahead or behind the beat make her spontaneous interpretations of the Great American Songbook an audience favorite.
Hot Dogs & Jazz is a great opportunity for children and families to enjoy a fun program about jazz — the music born in America and found in Hip-Hop and other popular music. FREE Admission! (Please reserve seats through our ticketing site)
"Musical Dialogue" Steve Wilson-saxophones, Lewis Nash-drums “These…players really don't need anyone else around them.”Pittsburgh Tribune-Review “Duologue – less is more – Fantastic!” The Birmingham Times Steve Wilson / Lewis Nash Duo have been playing for diverse audiences and presenters since their debut in July of 2001. The two had been talking about forming this duo, so they seized upon an opportunity to perform at Jazz at the Loft at Quilty’s in the SoHo district of NYC. It was magic from the first notes. Encouraged by the initial response and to grow their audience Steve and Lewis went on to perform…
KJZZ FALL JAZZ PARTY Celebrate Fall and our cool temperatures! Meet Blaise Lantana, the voice of jazz from KJZZ 91.5 FM, as she pays tribute to this wonderful time of year. Enjoy songs about Fall including "Autumn Leaves" with special guests the Sugar Thieves and Stan Sorenson on guitar.
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 sound all provided. Singers welcome. Event open to all ages! Great opportunities for audiences to enjoy 3 hours of jazz. $10, $5 Students w/ ID (ticket sales at the door only), free for instrumentalists & vocalists who sit in
Join the ASU Big Band and Mountanview High School Jazz Red for a great night of live jazz! The Concert Jazz Band in the ASU Herberger Institute School of Music, Dance and Theatre is the premier large ensemble of the Jazz Studies program in which students study and perform music from the classic big band repertoire, as well as commissioned works, student compositions and recent works by contemporary jazz composers. Recent guests artists appearing with the Concert Jazz Band include Eric Alexander, Jerry Bergonzi, Wycliffe Gordon, Bob Mintzer, Dick Oatts, Eric Schneider, Joel Spencer, and Scott Wendholt.
Ben Hedquist Presents SLEIGHER Eric Rassmussen-reeds, Keith Kelly-reeds, Kate Vincent-reeds/piano/voice, Ray Lebert-guitar, Ben Hedquist-bass, Connor Sample-drums Ben Hedquist returns to The Nash with his new sextet Sleigher. Joined by Eric Rasmussen, Keith Kelly, Kate Vincent, Ray Lebert, and Connor Sample, this sextet performance will feature all original arrangements of holiday classics. Be warned, this is not your mother’s holiday music! Since moving to Phoenix in 2012, Hedquist has become one of the Valley’s most in-demand bassists. He frequently performs with Phoenix-based musicians such as Michael Kocour, Jeff Libman, Eric Rasmussen, Keith Kelly, Adam Roberts, and Dom Moio. He has also performed with a growing number of jazz notables, including Joe Locke,…
The Illinois Jacquet Centennial Band will hold a clinic for students, educators and anyone interested in a look "behind the scenes" of a top-notch jazz band on Saturday, December 3rd. Bill Easley, Mike Kocour, Chris Finet and Lewis Nash will be onsite playing a few songs and answering questions.
Illinois Jacquet Centennial Celebration Bill Easley and The Lewis Nash Trio Bill Easley-sax, Mike Kocour-piano, Chris Finet-bass, Lewis Nash-drums llinois Jacquet was one of the most influential tenor saxophonists in the history of jazz. On his very first recording at the age of 19 with Lionel Hampton, Jacquet spawned an entirely new style and sound for tenor saxophone with his legendary solo on “Flying Home,” which is widely regarded as the most famous solo in jazz history. Two years later, while improvising with Nat King Cole on piano and Les Paul on guitar at a benefit concert, Jacquet played a…
When the combustible four-man force of musical nature known as Turning Point took over the Phoenix club scene in the mid-90s, the desert city's nights truly became as steamy as its nights. Establishing itself before packed hotspots like The Famous Door and Beeloes, and later becoming regional sensations playing some 200 dates a year, the band grew to embody the freewheeling creative spirit of indie music. Drawing on each member's musical and cultural background, Turning Point forged an eclectic sound that mixed progressive jazz with rock, R&B and blues, with touches of Greek music and - paying homage to their…
Saxophonist Bill Easley continues his weekend of performances at The Nash by joining The Power Trio for an afternoon of music focused on Easley’s stints with organ greats, including Jimmy Smith, Jimmy McGriff, and the recently departed Joey DeFrancesco. The aptly monikered “Power Trio” brings together three of Arizona’s most accomplished musical powers. Mike Kocour – in addition to being the Director of Jazz Studies at ASU – has decades of performing and recording experience with five critically acclaimed CDs and a list of credits far too long to post here! Stan Sorenson is arguably the face (and voice) of…
The Grand Canyon University Thunder Big Band and Young Sounds of Arizona share The Nash stage for a night of big band jazz. Join director Andy Gross as he leads both ensembles through modern repertoire and some old favorites.
