Patrick Langham-alto sax, Rickey Woodard-tenor sax, Gilbert Castellanos-trumpet, Cyrus Chestnut-piano, Peter Washington-bass, Lewis Nash-drumsThe all-star musicians assembled for the Nov 2nd re-opening and anniversary show at The Nash were all handpicked by Lewis, and he has both a longstanding friendship and musical relationship with each of them. Bassist Peter Washington was, along with Nash, a member of the […]

Francine Reed-vocals, Joel Robin-piano, Stan Sorenson-guitar, Andy Gonzales-bass, Dowell Davis-drums If you've experienced Francine before, then you know it's gonna be a party! If this is will be your first time, be prepared for a thrilling afternoon with the outrageous Francine Reed and her notorious accomplices!From the mid-1970s through the early 90s, Francine reigned as […]

The Grand Canyon University Thunder Big Band and Young Sounds of Arizona 6:00 Combo share The Nash stage for a night of jazz. Join director Andy Gross as he leads both ensembles through modern repertoire and some old favorites.The GCU Thunder Big Band is comprised of music majors, minors and students from other disciplines. Musicians […]

Ron Savage-drums, Consuelo Candelaria-Barry-piano, Ron Mahdi-bass, with Bill Pierce-saxophone The Ron Savage Berklee Trio features two of Berklee's stalwart and renownedfaculty performers in award-winning composer Consuelo Candelaria-Barry andlegendary acoustic bassist Ron Mahdi. The trio has performed locally andinternationally for years including Taiwan, Capo Verde, Umbria Jazz and manymore. Their music focuses on mixing expressive originals and […]

Join The Nash in welcoming two-time EMMY Award-winning pianist Nick Manson to our stage as he plays through Bill Evans' legendary repertoire with Chris Finet on bass & Rob Moore on drums. **Nick Manson**Two-time EMMY Award-winning keyboardist, composer, and educator Nick Manson delivers an engaging listening experience for all audiences. His performances feature original compositions, […]

The ASU Latin Jazz Band under the direction of Robby Carrillo performs both Afro-Cuban Latin-jazz and Brazilian jazz repertoire, with reverence to authentic elements of these rich musical traditions. Combos from the ASU Jazz Studies program will also perform. 

Join us for an evening of Big Band Music, featuring the Scottsdale Community College Big Band under the direction of Eric Rasmussen and the Chandler Gilbert Community College Little Big Band under the direction of Adam Roberts.

Lois Mahalia was born in British Guayana. She began singing and performing on stage at the age of five with her brothers. When she was thirteen she moved to the US and continued singing in churches with her musical family. She has done extensive work as a session artist and has performed, recorded, and toured […]

Please join The Scottsdale Community College Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Eric Rasmussen, for a special appearance with saxophone great, Javon Jackson. Tenor Saxophonist Javon Jackson came into international prominence touring and recording with the legendary drummer Art Blakey as a member of his band, Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. In addition to Mr. […]

An evening of jazz with the Phoenix College Combos under the direction of Mary Petrich, and Big Band, under the direction of Ryan Anthony.

The Nash Women's Initiative Presents: Louise Baranger & Friends - Birth Of the Cool  Louise Baranger-trumpet, Mary Petrich-alto sax, Clark Gibson-bari sax, Charity Morrison-horn, Erick Storkman-trombone, Deanna Swoboda-tuba, Mike Kocour-piano, Vince Thiefain-bass, Chase Ellison-drumsTrumpeter Louise Baranger and her all star nonette pay tribute to Miles Davis and the 75th anniversary of the first recording sessions of […]

JAZZ MASTER'S SERIESWHISPER NOT: Celebrating the Life and Music of Benny GolsonTenor saxophonist, composer and arranger BENNY GOLSON gifted us with more thansix decades of wonderful music. His many compositions, including Along Came Betty,Killer Joe, Whisper Not, Stablemates and I Remember Clifford, have become standardsin the jazz repertoire and have been recorded countless times over […]

musicians right to left:Larry Redhouse-piano, Lenny Redhouse-drums, Mary Redhouse-bass/vocals, Tony Redhouse-congas/percussion, Duane Reilley-tenor sax/fluteThe Redhouse Family Jazz Band makes their Nash debut and one of their first public performances in over 20 years! The Redhouse Family is known as Arizona’s Native American first family of jazz. Their music is influenced by Latin, fusion, contemporary jazz, […]