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.
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!
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.
The Scottsdale Community College Jazz Combos appear in concert, under the direction of Eric Rasmussen. $15, $5 Students (25 & under w/ ID)
Erik Olson-guitar, Ellis Green-bass, Sam Russo-drums Guitarist Erik Olson, bassist Ellis Green, and drummer Sam Russo present elaborate, swinging arrangements of music from the American songbook, including selections from their new album “Tune Time.” The album is due to be released digitally in early December.
Terry Harris, Jr.-keys, Alan Harris-bass, Fred Boswell, Jr.-drums Red-hot jazz/gospel/rock drummer, Fred Boswell, Jr., takes over The Nash for a night of classic mainstream jazz, fusion, funk and soul with a lot of suprises built in. The core trio are life-long friends and brothers with a musical bond like no other! Check out their new album, The Arcade Project, on all digital music platforms, and don't miss this special night of music at The Nash.
Wine & Jazz Matinee: The Ultimate Pairing of Wine and Jazz "HOLIDAY WINE TASTING" Your hosts: Renowned Trumpet Diva Louise Baranger, Wine Expert Fred Tregaskis With: Dave Henning-piano, Selwyn Reams-bass, Bruce Stodola-drums Whether you are passionate about jazz and wine, or you are just looking for a unique way to spend a Sunday afternoon, this exclusive jazz and wine experience at The Nash is sure to be an informative and pleasurable experience. HOLIDAY WINE TASTING! The holiday season is the perfect time to explore new tastes and flavors. Taste and learn about interesting wines that will compliment any holiday table…
The Nash Education Program Ensembles appear in concert to end the Winter session: 6pm Nash Futures Ensemble, director Pamela Morita 6:30pm Nash Legacy Ensemble Red, director Clark Gibson 7:00pm Nash Jazz DivAZ, director Mary Petrich 7:30pm Nash Legacy Ensemble Blue, director Eric Rasmussen Followed by our weekly Jam Session with Clark Gibson: sax/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,…
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.
Time Out New York selected Iverson as one of 25 essential New York jazz icons: “Perhaps NYC’s most thoughtful and passionate student of jazz tradition—the most admirable sort of artist-scholar.” Pianist, composer, and writer Ethan Iverson was a founding member of The Bad Plus, a game-changing collective with Reid Anderson and David King. The New York Times called TBP “Better than anyone at melding the sensibilities of post-60’s jazz and indie rock.” During his 17-year tenure, TBP performed in venues as diverse as the Village Vanguard, Carnegie Hall, and Bonnaroo; collaborated with Joshua Redman and Bill Frisell; and created a…
A Tribute to Antônio Carlos Jobim BossaNova 77 has been performing Brazilian Bossa Nova Jazz music and standards for over 40 years in the Phoenix area. BossaNova 77 performs the classic sounds out of Brazil from performers like Antônio Carlos Jobim, and Joao Gilberto, as well as all the American Jazz Standards we know and love in a classic Bossa Nova style. With Al Alabado on vocals and percussion and Art Grijalva on acoustic guitar, BossaNova 77 brings you the smooth and authentic Bossa Nova and samba styles that transports you to the beaches of Rio De Janeiro.
The Crotty & O'Neill Sextet: Have Yourself A Jazzy Little Christmas! Mike Crotty – saxes, flutes & trumpet, Deater O’Neill – vocals, Michael Collins – piano, Dwight Kilian - bass, Sam Russo – drums, Brett Reed – vibes. Please join Mike Crotty, Deater O’Neill and their sextet for their annual Christmas show, “Have Yourself a Jazzy Little Christmas”. A delight for kids of all ages, their musical renditions of holiday classics promise a swinging, heart-felt romp into the spirit of the season!
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…
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
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.
It's a Swingin' Solstice with The Nash Vocal Jazz Ensemble, featuring music from Earth, Wind & Fire, Paul Simon, Don Menza, George Harrison, Irving Berlin, Burt Bacharach, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Jon Hendricks, Woody Herman, Cole Porter, and more! TICKETS: $25, $10 Students (25 & under w/ ID) Plus processing costs
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.
Chaz Martineau-tenor sax, Eric Rasmussen-alto sax, John Meier-guitar, Bailey Zick-bass, Connor Sample-drums Brooklyn-based saxophonist/composer, Chaz Martineau, is home for the holidays and ready to share some new music with The Nash! He will be presenting songs from his latest album, A Hummingbird's Heart Doesn't Bleed, as well as some timeless standards interpreted by his top-notch band.
New Years Eve: We3 + Sheila Earley What Are You Doing New Year's Eve? Celebrate in style with We3 + Sheila Earley at The Nash. The music begins at 7:30 p.m. and we'll ring in 2023 "New York Time" - (10 p.m. - AZ Time) ...so you can still be home before midnight. Special champagne toast and dessert included.
