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Volume XXXIV Number 4.2 May 2013
In This IssueJazz in AZ Monthly Party
The Nash
Art Show at The Nash
Summer @ The Nash
President's Message
RIFFS by Patricia Myers
May 2013 Jazz Calendar
May 2013 Jazz Venues
Jazz in AZ Monthly Party atThe Nash
Sun., May 19, 3-5 pm Jazz in AZ monthly party
featuring'Papa' John DeFrancesco
Weekend jazz event May 17-19
to celebrate Illinois Jacquet,
benefit The Nash
'Papa' John DeFrancescobegan playing the HammondB3 Organ in the Buffalo, NewYork area in 1959 after seeingJimmy Smith live. In the late'70's, he put aside hissuccessful performing career --playing with the likes of JackMcDuff, Jimmy Smith, JimmyMcGriff, George Benson, andHouston Person -- toconcentrate on raising his son,Joey DeFrancesco. 'Papa' Johnmust have done somethingright, as son Joey startedtouring as a member of MilesDavis' band at the age of 17. With Joey grown and on hisown, in the mid-'90's 'Papa'John resumed his ownperformance and recordingcareer. His most recent album,A Philadelphia Story, releasedin 2011 on the Savant label, is"...smoking B-3 jazz with kick,swagger, and funky buttgrooves. It marks the welcomereturn of a master jazzman,"says AllMusic.com. See this formidable jazzmanlive and up close at Jazz in AZMonthly Sunday Party @ The
The "2013 Desert Winds JazzWeekend," benefiting the IllinoisJacquet Foundation and Jazz inArizona/The Nash, takes placeFriday, May 17 through Sunday,May 19 at The Nash, MIM andTalking Stick Resort.Throughout the music-filledweekend, attendees will notonly mingle with jazz royalty,music lovers, jazz enthusiasts,performers and celebrities, butalso help to further thephilanthropic efforts of theIllinois Jacquet Foundation --serving as a testament to thelasting contributions of one ofjazz music's most influentialtalents, the late jazz tenorsaxophonist, Jean-BaptisteIllinois Jacquet (1922-2004). Co-founded in 2005 by Jacquet'sdaughter and Scottsdaleresident, Dr. Pamela Jacquet
Davis, the Illinois Jacquet Foundation provides positive motivational programs thatinspire learning, leadership and personal growth. Through community-basedinvolvement, events and outreach across the music education spectrum, thefoundation is able to offer financial assistance, annual sponsorships and grants to jazzmusic students at some of the most prestigious institutions throughout the UnitedStates. Ultimately, the Foundation empowers those involved in music studies to makea positive impact on the future of the jazz music genre. The "2013 Desert Winds Jazz Weekend," begins Friday, May 17, at The Nash andcloses with a jazz-inspired brunch on Sunday, May 19, at Talking Stick Resort. Thepremier gala event of the three-day affair, "Desert Winds, An Evening of Jazz," takesplace at the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) on Saturday evening, May 18. Theevent will include the presentation of two very special awards, designed by Tiffany &Co., honoring three individuals whose efforts embody the joy, the promise and thepursuit of Illinois Jacquet's legacy, which continues to shine through their work insupport of the greater jazz community. The honorees are Herb and Lorene Ely, JazzPatrons of the Year; and Julius Tolentino, Jazz Educator of the Year.
Nash. He'll be groovin' on hisB3 in the company of 3 super-gifted musicians: SheaMarshall-sax , RalphCarrasco -guitar, and Jabari-drums. Admission: $15 general; $12seniors; $10 JiA Members(Lifetime Members free;donation optional); $5 Studentswith ID; under age 12 free Phoenix City Grill will providecomplimentary horsd'ouevres during the break.B.Y.O.B.
For advance tickets(recommended), click here.
THE NASH Jazz Happens Here!
The Nash is the performanceand education center of Jazz inArizona, a non-profitorganization dedicated topreserving the cultural treasureof American music history,showcasing live performanceand ensuring the future of theiconic art of jazz forgenerations to come.
Check our website for updates
Valley musicians performing at the events are Friday: Mudsaw with Vince Kaufmann-saxophone (featured on the Illinois Jacquet classic, Flying Home), Alex Oliverio-guitar,Aleks Izotov-piano, Alex Meltzer-bass and Micah Hummel-drums; Saturday: FredForney Quintet with Fred Forney-trumpet, Jerry Donato-sax, Armand Boatman- piano,Todd Johnson-bass and Dom Moio-drums, with special guest Delphine Cortez-vocals;and Sunday: Steve Douglas Trio with Stan Sorenson-guitar, Steve Douglas-bass andAndy Ziker-drums. Tickets for all three days of the music-filled weekend are $300. Tickets for the eventscan be purchased separately: The Nash Reception, $45; The MIM Gala, $250; TheTalking Stick Brunch, $50. For additional event information, performance schedules, topurchase tickets or to find out more about the Illinois Jacquet Foundation and itsimpact in the community, visit www.desertwindsjazzweekend.com or call 602-568-5313.
Summertime, and The Nash will be SIZZLIN'
with education programs,
Catch a Rising Star, Sunday jams,
and more...
by Joel Goldenthal
Executive Director
It's been an exciting adventure since Wynton Marsalis, Rene Rosnes, PeterWashington and Lewis Nash christened The Nash on April 11, 2012 with a Jazz forYoung People concert for more than 120 elementary and junior high school students.(If you've never seen KPNX-TV12's story on the event, take a moment to view it now athttp://www.azcentral.com/video/1557510681001.).One year and some hundred-or-so events later -- including weekly Sunday JamSessions, Contemporary Jazz Fridays, College big band and ensemble performanceswith guests jazz luminaries, Mainstream Saturdays, senior recitals, educational
and new listings of events atthenash.org.
B.Y.O.B except First Fridaysor as otherwise noted withevent listings. Click here forrestrictions and policies.
Art Show at The Nash
Rotating Art Shows
at The Nash
"Spring Can Really Hang YouUp The Most" is on displaythrough the end of June. Thisshow features 11 local artists:Crystal Coughlin, Bill Manson,Peter Martori, Bobbi McMurry,Marilyn Mitchell, SusanNorton-Scott, Brianna Pearch,Jacque Venus Tobias, and RobVarela. The next call to artists, entitled"Summertime and the livin' iseasy," will be published soonat www.thenash.org.
Jazz in Arizona, Inc.
A nonprofit 501 (c)(3)organizationP.O. Box 2913Scottsdale, AZ 85252-2913Phone: (602)765-0464.Email: [email protected].
events with the likes of Mike Kocour and Danilo Pérez; and let's not forget the GrandOpening Concert in October with Houston Person, Russell Malone, Cedar Walton,Christian McBride and Lewis Nash -- we are about to open our Education Annexadjacent to The Nash and kick off an initial schedule of nine educational programs inJune and July...PLUS the 2013 rendition of Catch a Rising Star!
Summer Education Programs
The Nash will be offering educational workshops andseminars throughout the summer. These programsare designed to augment, rather than compete with orduplicate, other educational offerings. Students whoparticipate in week-long summer camp programs willfind one or even several of The Nash summerprograms to be of interest, affordable, and compatiblewith their schedules. Adult students are welcome. Allprograms are being taught by top Valley jazzeducators. Tuition for a typical four-session (2 hourseach) workshop is $100, which is a fraction of whatcomparable hourly private instruction would cost. Weencourage your donations to provide financial aid to
potential students who may not be able to afford the classes, which can be made toJazz in Arizona and restricted for scholarships at The Nash by calling 604-795-0464. The schedule of summer courses scheduled at The Nash thus far: Jazz Rhythm Workshop: How to Play Odd Time Signatures Eric Rasmussen - June 3, 10, 17 and 24, 6-8 pm The Rhythm Section: Support and InteractionWill Goble - June 4, 11, 18, and 25, 6-8 pm Brass Playing Boot Camp Ryan Haines - June 30, 3-5 pm Jazz Combo: Various Approaches to ImprovisationTed Sistrunk - July 7, 14, 21, and 28, 1-3 pm Latin Percussion Dom Moio - July 1, 8, 15, and 22, 6-8 pm Practice Concepts
Website: www.jazzinaz.org Jazz in AZ is dedicated tosupporting the art of LIVEJAZZ and cultivating interestin jazz through youtheducation, scholarshipopportunities and communityoutreach. Jazz In AZ Board Members:Steve Douglas, presidentDoug Mayes, vice presidentSusan Dwyer, treasurerLorene Ely, secretaryDawn AgentBarbie BaughBeth DoreDebbi FosheeLarry GoldsteinPeter KeaneDennis RowlandStu SieferFred Wilson Associate Directors:Steve ConradGary DoyleHerb ElyKeith KellyDan KonzenJeff LibmanJen RogersKaren ScatesDuncan Stoutner Executive Director:Joel Robin Goldenthal(602)[email protected] Assistant Director:Joan Leard
Adam Roberts - July 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, 6-8 pm Additional workshops are being finalized, including: Jazz Combo - Free music andImprovisation; Learning Tunes; Being a Professional Musician: Music in School vs.The Real World; Duet Playing; and Jazz Combo - Dixie Brass Band. For moreinformation and to register for summer programs, visit www.TheNash.org.
'Catch a Rising Star' Series
This summer's concert series features performances by young artists based inArizona. Curated by The Nash, the series provides a platform for these emergingartists to gain prominence in the jazz community. The 2013 series features headlinersof young artists ages 12-26. This year, the Catch a RisingStar program is very muchan educational program as well as a performance series, as all Catch a RisingStarsgroups will be offered a free clinic by an experienced local jazz educator in advance oftheir performance at the Nash. Watch www.TheNash.org for the schedule ofmusicians and dates.
But wait, there's more!
Jazz in AZ has partnered with the long-established big band program, City Jazz (nowunder the auspices of Phoenix Center for the Arts), and the band will be meeting atThe Nash on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the summer beginning on May 28th. Theband will be under the new direction of Phoenixtrombonist/arranger/composer/educator Mark Witt. For more information on thisprogram, visit http://phoenixcenterforthearts.org/classes/city-jazz/ and click onSchedule and Registration.
Also at The Nash this summer:
Every Wednesday at 7:30 pm - The Superstitution Jazz Orchestra under thedirection of Milas Yoes. This will be an open rehearsal for the band, welcomingto sit-ins and to arrangers/composers who want to hear their charts performed.Every Friday at 7:30 pm - Either a contemporary jazz ensemble or Catch aRising StarMost Saturdays at 7:30 pm - Mainstream JazzSundays at 6 pm - Jam Sessions
JAZZ HAPPENS HERE...and YOU can help!
Your support for the success of these programs is important; whether throughdonations, sponsorship, or volunteer services. For more information on how you canhelp, please contact Barbie Baugh at 602-525-2687. We also appreciate your
(480)[email protected] Jazz Notes Editor:Joel R. Goldenthal Contributing Writers:Patricia MyersJoel Goldenthal Jazz Notes is published byJazz in Arizona, Inc. Advertising Information:call 602-750-7045; oremail [email protected]
Special Thanks to JiABusiness Members
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continued attendance and participation in these programs at The Nash!
President's Message by Steve Douglas
We've come a long way, baby! Some advertising slogans stick in your head, and the one thatimmediately comes to mind is "You've come a long way, baby". Well,
Jazz in AZ is not Virginia Slims, but you sure have to be impressed with what'shappened over the last 2 years. When I first became involved on the board we had maybe 19 events a year -- 12monthly parties at Kazimierz, six Kerr concerts and a Father's Day dance. A lot haschanged since then; overwhelming and awesome to say the least. The monthly partieshave now moved with great initial success to The Nash, the Kerr concerts continuewith an upgraded sound system, Father's Day is on the calendar again with theExtreme Decibel Big Band and... drum roll....we had 18 events at The Nash in April! Can you believe that? What two years ago was a dream, a vision, an inspired hope forthe rejuvenation of the legacy of jazz and the role Jazz in AZ would play, has come tofruition. Last week, there was an impromptu, last-minute luncheon at The Nash at thespecial request of Lewis Nash to show the center to his touring Monterey JazzFestival sextet. Once again surrounded by some jazz luminaries -- Christian McBride,Dee Dee Bridgewater, Chris Potter, Lewis, Ambrose Akinmusire and Benny Green -- Ihad to pinch myself that we have accomplished so much in so little time. I heardLewis say to Dee Dee, "I still don't believe it, and I don't know what to say." Well, I know what to say: Jazz is alive and well in Phoenix, make no mistake aboutthat! The thought of some 200 events a year at The Nash is beyond mycomprehension. From First Fridays to workshops, clinics, jam sessions, big bandconcerts -- and education programs coming into full swing this summer with sevenfour-hour workshops and two seminars already scheduled for June and July, to betaught by some of our finest Valley jazz educators. I'm really dumbfounded at thespeed things have ramped up. My thanks to Jeff Libman for finding and schedulingsome great music, and overseeing the development of our education programs; and, ofcourse, to the tireless efforts of Lorene Ely, our board secretary, and Joel, ourexecutive director. "(We have) come a long way, baby!"
Matt JohnsonSonoranJazzProject.com McKay Conant Hoover IncMcKay Conantmchinc.com 90th Floor RecordsJan Collier480-985-2894www.90thfloorrecords.com ASU Kerr Cultural Center480-596-2660www.asukerr.com Call-Hold Marketing!Bruce Collier214-515-7101www.call-hold.com Custom Courts, Inc.602-741-8599www.customcourtsandtile.com Extreme Decibel Big BandClark [email protected] "From The Top" ArtistManagement ServicesCarol Finney Matt JohnsonSonoranJazzProject.com McKay Conant Hoover Inc McKay Conantmchinc.com 90th Floor RecordsJan Collier480-985-2894
by Patricia Myers
War declared on jazz radio station! That headline would shock many, but it was true last June after Boston's NPRradio station WGBH-FM ended a 27-year jazz show and decreased airtime for anotherlongtime one, replaced by more news and public affairs programming, in order tocompete with another area NPR radio station, WBUH FM. A "jazz funeral" outside the radio station, organized by Boston musician KenField, was reported by Nat Hentoff, jazz columnist/historian, in JAZZed magazine, apublication for jazz educators, musicians and fans. He wrote that Field launched theevent "with a slow dirge-like performance of 'Just a Closer Walk with Thee' and endingwith a rousing up-tempo finale . . . with a little hope for [these marching musicians']work continuing somewhere, somehow, into the future." He added that there was "a lotof press, a lot of instruments, a lot of people. Passing drivers honked their support . . .for jazz, a uniquely American art form." Hentoff opined that this "jazz rebellion" might inspire jazz communities inother cities where public and other radio stations will have stopped or greatly reducedjazz programming, as has KJZZ FM here (removing the first weekday evening hour ofjazz and totally eliminating the longtime Saturday night favorite, "Marian McPartland'sPiano Jazz," for more news hours). As a result of the Boston funeral-rally, the executive director of JazzBostonorganized a public meeting of musicians, broadcasters, educators and representativesof cultural organizations. Some wanted to start another public-radio station; otherssuggested streaming jazz and related talks to digital devices. The result was theBoston Jazz Radio Master Plan with long-range goals of bringing live jazz and othermusic into schools and supporting its teachers. What struck Hentoff was the contrast between jazz-community supporterswith the continuing public lament that jazz is dying. The naysayers cite diminishingaudience numbers and sales of recordings (contrary to results logged by Amazon andother websites) and fewer young musicians interested in jazz (contrary to risingnumbers of jazz courses, students and bands throughout the nation). Hentoff then quoted the late saxophonist Sidney Bechet: "You can't keep thismusic down as long as people are able to hear it," and concluded that WGBHunintentionally proved just that. Hentoff recalled, "Whenever I was invited to talk aboutjazz and play recordings in schools, the kids, although the music was new to most ofthem, got excited. Some got up to dance. In one second-grade New York classroom,so did the teacher."
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At outdoor events with live jazz, watch how young children react to thesounds. That is the future. My belief continues to be that jazz is not dying, butcontinues to need the visible and ongoing support of its fans to stay linked tocontemporary society.
Suggestion: Plan to forego TV programming one night a week, and go out tohear a live jazz performance. There are more than 50 jazz concerts in the month ofMay, and more than 54 venues to hear live jazz in the metro Phoenix area, plusanother 18 elsewhere in Arizona.
The Buzz:
Summer soon will be upon us, the season when some venues slow or stop having live jazz. Jazz in the Hills willchange from weekly to one or two Fridays a month, and a few other venues will curtail bookings until mid-September. Jazzfans always could count on Remington's for five nights of high-level sounds, but that may not be the case this summer.Changes for June are being discussed that would shift jazz on the nights that Danny Long and Judy Roberts perform theirexceptional sounds, moving them to two weeknights, and ending the Thursday musical magic created by Judy and MargoReed that usually goes on hiatus in July and August. On the positive side, The Nash will continue its every-Friday events,Saturday mainstream jazz, Sunday jam sessions and Jazz in AZ monthly parties (Papa John DeFrancesco combo on May19), and Sacred Grounds coffeehouse will continue as usual on Thursdays throughout the summer. Jazz at Lincoln Center announced its 2013 inductees into the Nesuhi Ertegun Jazz Hall of Fame as drummer ArtBlakey, vibraphonist Lionel Hampton and trumpeter Clark Terry. Each gained the majority of the popular vote cast by jazzfans around the world between March 6 and March 31. The three will be inducted on June 4 in a ceremony at Dizzy's ClubCoca-Cola, at JALC's home, Frederick P. Rose Hall in Manhattan. As a longtime member of the international Jazz Journalists Association, I participated in voting for the 2013 awards,and was pleased to see that many of my choices won. Winners in the 17th annual voting were Wayne Shorter, LifetimeAchievement; Sonny Rollins, "Emeritus Jazz Artist/Beyond Voting"; Wadada Leo Smith, Musician of the Year and Trumpeterof the Year; Maria Schneider, Composer-Arranger of the Year; Small Ensemble of the Year, Wayne Shorter Quartet; BestMale Vocalist, Gregory Porter; Best Female Vocalist, Luciana Souza; Trombonist of the Year, Wycliffe Gordon; Multi-reedsPlayer of the Year and clarinetist of the year, Anat Cohen; Alto Saxophonist of the Year, Rudresh Mahanthappa; TenorSaxophonist of the Year, Chris Potter; Baritone Saxophonist of the Year, Gary Smulyan; Soprano Saxophonist of the Year,Wayne Shorter; Flutist of the Year, Nicole Mitchell; Guitarist of the Year, Bill Frisell; Pianist of the Year, Vijay Iyer;Keyboards player of the Year, Dr. Lonnie Smith; Bassist of the Year, Christian McBride; Violinist/Violist/Cellist of the Year,Regina Carter; Percussionist of the Year, Bobby Sanabria; Mallets Instrumentalist of the Year, Stefon Harris; TrapsDrummer of the Year, Billy Hart; Player of Instruments Rare in Jazz of the Year, Edmar Castaneda, harp; Aaron Diehl,pianist-composer (Wynton Marsalis bands), Up and Coming Musician of the Year; Large Ensemble of the Year, RyanTruesdell's Gil Evans Project; Record of the year, Centennial: Newly Discovered Works of Gil Evans (ArtistShare); ECM,record label of the year. In addition, JJA this year honored Jeff Haskell, Tucson pianist-educator, as one of 26 Jazz Heroes. A previousArizona Hero was Don Z. Mil ler, producer of the Paradise Valley Jazz Party and one of the nine founders of Jazz in AZ in1977. Longtime jazz supporter Jo Wittens celebrated her 91st birthday in April at a brunch party hosted by Wil l i andJack Ulman. After Margo Reed sang her special version of the birthday song, Jo declared, "It's not my birthday unless
Margo sings to me." Doc Severinsen, former "Tonight Show" bandleader who will be 86 in July, led his San Miguel Five in two hour-long concerts at the Musical Instrument Museum on May 2. The trumpeter, who moved to Mexico in 2006, impressed theaudiences with his ability to hit and sustain notes in both the high and low registers, and deliver complex multiple 16th-notepatterns. As expected, he wore flamboyantly colorful garb of orange shirt and purple leather pants with a strongly patternedsport coat (he said he still wants to add sequins to it). Guitarist Gil Gutierrez dazzled with quicksilver runs during thequintet's flawless performance of Latin sounds with a jazz flair, lush ballad and the gypsy-jazz swing of Django Reinhardt.
Musicians' News: Dennis Rowland has been seen out and about, including at the Monterey Jazz Festival 55th Anniversary All-Starsconcert at the Mesa Art Center in late April. Looking strong and dapper as he greeted friends and fans as he recovers from astroke in December, he said he's scatting but still "working on the lyrics." Frank Darmiento's "Revelation" was performed by the Arizona Big Band last month at Winfield's, capablydelivering its time changes from 3/4 to 4/4. The band, co-led by drummer Al Greenwell and trumpeter Tom Wil l iams, willreturn May 31 to the coffeehouse at First Baptist Church of Scottsdale. The venue has live jazz every Friday, includingthe Red Mountain Big Band, directed by David Bacon, as well as small combos. Pianist Joel Robin composed and recorded a solo-piano chart for his wife, singer Delphine Cortez, "Delphine'sBolero," that recently was aired on Blaise Lantana's nightly KJZZ jazz program.
Quotable:
"There are wonderful things in real jazz, the talent for improvisation, the liveliness, the being at one with theaudience." Henri Matisse, French artist.
May 2013 JAZZ CALENDAR
Compiled for Jazz in AZ by Patricia Myers,[email protected](Bookings are subject to change without notice; call to confirm). May 3-12, " In a Sentimental Mood": Sounds of Nat King Cole, Bil ly Eckstine, Sammy Davis Jr. (Walter Belcher-vocals), Black Theatre Troupe musical @ Playhouse on the Park, Viad Tower, 1850 N. Central Ave., Phoenix or PerformingArts Center, 1333 E. Washington St., Phoenix; 602-254-2151, option 4 or www.blacktheatretroupe.org; info: 602-258-8128. May 7, Young Sounds of Arizona (student big band), 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tues., Musicians Union Hall, 1202 E. Oak St.,Phoenix 85006, 602-254-8838; free for union members, $5 nonmembers, $3 students, free for children under 12; continuingmonthly series celebrating 100th anniversary of Phoenix Federation of Musicians Local 586 AFM; soft drinks-snacks on saleor BYOB; food, wine, beer, spirits available at Tuck Shop, 2245 N. 12th St., Phoenix 85006, 602-354-2980.
** May 10, Contemporary Jazz: Mike Ozuna Quartet (Ozuna-guitar, Andrew Gross-tenorsax, Wil l Goble-bass, Rob Moore-drums), 7:30-10 p.m., $10, $5 students, BYOB, The Nash,110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix 85004, thenash.org, 602-795-0464. May 10, Chris Botti-trumpet, 7:30 p.m. Fri., $39 lawn, $59 chair, Scottsdale Civic Center
Amphitheater, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. (75th St. south of Indian School Road), Scottsdale 85251, Scottsdale Center for thePerforming Arts, 480-499-8587, scottsdaleperformingarts.org. May 10, Terrel l Stafford Quintet: "This Side of Strayhorn," 7:30 p.m. Fri., Studio, Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. RioSalado Pkwy, Tempe, 480-350-2822, lakeshoremusic.org May 10, Fuerza Cabribe (Latin salsa, Dominican bachata), 7-9 p.m. Fri., $22 public, $16 members, Desert BotanicalGarden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix 85008, 480-480-8188, dbg.org. May 11, Carolyn Eynon Singers (24 adult singers + jazz trio), 7 p.m. Sat., $15, Orangewood Presbyterian Church; 7321 N.10th St., Phoenix 85067, info 480-529-2630.
** May 11, Mainstream Jazz, w ith the Jack Radavich Quartet (Jack Radavich-bass, JerryDonato-tenor sax, Peter Zale- piano, Tim Downs-drums), 7:30-10 pm, $15/$12 seniors andJiA members/$8 students , BYOB, The Nash, 110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix85004, thenash.org, 602-795-0464.
** May 12, Jam Session led by Wil l Goble-bass, 6-9 pm. $5, $2 participating musicians,BYOB, The Nash, 110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix 85004, thenash.org, 602-795-0464
May 12, Yuma Jazz Company Trio (Steven Hennig-tpt, Carl Posch-gtr, Jon Knudtson- bass), Mother's Day Brunch,10 am Sun.., $31, Hilton Garden Inn at Pivot Point, 200 N Madison, Yuma 85364, 928-783-1500. May 15, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, 7 and 9 p.m. Wed., $52.50 and $62.50, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E.Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, mim.org May 17-19, Il l inois Jacquet Foundation Benefit Weekend: 6-10 p.m. Fri., Mudsaw w/ Vince Kaufman-sax, hosted
reception @ The Nash, 110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix 85004, thenash.org, 602-795-0464; 6-10 p.m. Sat. gala @ MIM,($250 pp, dinner, Fred Forney Quintet); 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. brunch, Steve Douglas Trio (Stan Sorenson-guitar, SteveDouglas-bass, Andy Ziker-drums) @ Talking Stick Resort, 101 & Indian Bend, Scottsdale 85250, 480-850-8606; $300 allweekend events, or separately $45/Fri., $250/Sat., $50/Sun., infodesertwindsjazzweekend.com or 602-568-5313. May 17, "Jazz at the Symphony": La Forza Chamber Orchestra (Frank Darmiento, music director) + Jazz Quintet(Dick Poccia-baritone sax, Frank Darmiento-trombone, Armand Boatman-piano, Ben Hedquist-bass, Dom Moio-drums), 7:30 p.m. Fri., free, Valley Presbyterian Church, 6947 E. McDonald Drive Paradise Valley, info 480-338-3764or LaForzaOrchestra.org May 17, Big Nick and Gila Monsters, 7-9 p.m. Fri., $22 public, $16 members, Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. GalvinPkwy, Phoenix 85008, 480-480-8188, dbg.org May 17, Dominic Amato-sax, 7-9:15 p.m. Fri., free, outdoor amphitheater, wine, food, The Promenade, Scottsdale Road atFrank Lloyd Wright, Scottsdale 85254, 480-385-2820. May 17, Jazz Quintet (Dick Poccia-baritone sax, Armand Boatman-piano, Frank Darmiento-trombone, BenHedquist-bass, Dom Moio-drums) + La Forza Chamber Orchestra (jazz & classical music),7:30 p.m. Fri., free, ValleyPresbyterian Church, 6947 E. McDonald Drive, Paradise Valley (1 block west of Scottsdale Road). May 17, Double Bass & Face (Dwight Kil ian-string bass, Todd Johnson-6 string electric bass, Vicki McDermitt-vocals), 7:30 pm, Fri., free, SoZo Coffee House, 1982 N. Alma School Road, Chandler, 480-726-7696. May 17, Marcia Ball (piano-vocals) Band, 7:30 p.m, $29.50-$37.50, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd.,Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000,mim.org
May 18, Wine Women & Jazz FUNraiser: Jazz Con Alma (Beth Lederman-keys, Felix Sainz-bass guitar, JoeGarcia-percussion, Todd Chuba-drums + Alice Tatum-vocals), 4-6:30 p.m. Sat., $65, $75 at door, benefit for ArizonaWomen's Partnership, Scottsdale Plaza Resort (ballroom), 7000 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, [email protected] ,602-863-9744, www.azwp.org.
* May 19, Jazz in AZ party: Papa John DeFrancesco-organ, Ralph Carrasco-guitar, SheaMarshall-sax , Jabari-drums, 3-5 p.m. Sun., hors d'oeuvres, BYOB, $15 public, $12 seniors, $10JiA members (free, lifetime members), $5 students with ID, free under age 12, limitedseating/advance purchase recommended (Click here); The Nash, 110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix85004, 602-795-0464, thenash.org.
** May 19, Jam Session led by Stan Sorenson-guitar, 6-9 pm. $5, $2 participating musicians,BYOB, The Nash, 110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix 85004, thenash.org, 602-795-0464
May 19, Dave Chaney Dix ie Band, 1-4 p.m. Sun., Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort, 1 San Marcos Place, Chandler,Arizona Classic Jazz Society event, $10 members, $15 non-members, under 18 free, 480-620-3941, azclassicjazz.org May 23, Maria Muldaur & Her Red Hot Bluesiana Band, 7 p.m. Thurs., $25 advance, $28 door, $30 VIP, Old TownCenter for the Arts, Fifth Street and Main, Cottonwood, 928-34-0940,oldtowncenter.org May 23-26, "Swingin' on a Riff" : Big Band Masters of the 21st Century (18 concerts, films, panels): $425-$450 allevents, $10-$35 per session, info 562-200-5477, lajazzinstituteorg, LA Jazz Institute, PO Box 8038, Long Beach, CA 90808,Los Angeles Airport Marriott, 800-228-9290 (group code JAZJAZA).
** May 24, Contemporary Jazz: Coll in Shook Trio w ith Mike Moynihan-tenor sax (Coll inShook-piano, Dylan DeRobertis-bass, Tim Rachbach-drums), 7:30-10 p.m., $10, $5 students,BYOB, The Nash, 110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix 85004, thenash.org, 602-795-0464.
**May 25, Mainstream Jazz: Daniela Spagnolo-vocals, Bil l Moio-guitar, Todd Johnson-bass,7:30-10 pm, $15, $12 JiA members, $8 students, BYOB, The Nash, 110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix85004, thenash.org, 602-795-0464.
May 25, Maria Muldaur & Her Red Hot Bluesiana Band, 7:30 p.m. Sat., $27.50-$32.50, Musical Instrument Museum,4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000.
May 26, AZ Swing Kings Orchestra, 1-2:30 p.m. Sun., free, RH Johnson Recreation Center, 19803 RH Johnson Blvd., SunCity West. May 26, Tribute to Duke Ell ington; Steve Sandner, piano-vocals, Steve Douglas-bass, 3-5 p.m.; Sun., $10, St. Luke'sEpiscopal Church, Hwy 179 between Chapel & Back O' Beyond Roads, Sedona, 928-282-7366, episcopalnet.org/DBS/Sedona/stream.html (concert also will be streamed live, available at this link)
** May 26, Jazz in AZ Jam Session led by Ted Sistrunk-bass, 6-9 pm. $5, $2 participatingmusicians, BYOB, The Nash, 110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix 85004, thenash.org, 602-795-0464
May 26, Gabriel Ayala-guitar, Tucson Jazz Society's summer series, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, 7000 N. ResortDrive, Tucson 85750, 800-235-6397, loewshotels.com/en/Ventana-Canyon-Resort May 27, Marcia Ball-blues piano-vocals, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, mim.org May 29, Jane Monheit-vocals, 7 and 9 p.m. Wed., $29.50-$42.50, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd.,Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000,mim.org
May 31, Jacob Lauxman plays the music of Kurt Rosenwinkel, 7:30-10 pm, The Nash, 110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix85004, thenash.org, 602-795-0464 May 31, Cyrus Chestnut Trio + Stefon Harris-vibes, 7:30 p.m. Fri., Main Stage, Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. RioSalado Pkwy, Tempe, 480-350-2822, lakeshoremusic.org May 31-June 1, Rickie Lee Jones-vocals, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, mim.org
May 2013 JAZZ VENUES
Compiled for Jazz in AZ by Patricia Myers,[email protected](Bookings are subject to change; call to confirm)
SCOTTSDALE-FOUNTAIN HILLS-PV American Legion Post #44, 7145 E. Second St., Scottsdale, 480-941-9053, Swingtime Jazz Quartet, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wed.,food, dancing. Bobby's Restaurant & Jazz Lounge, 7122 E. Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale, 480-556-0770, various nightly. Chances on Six th, 7570 E. Sixth Ave (corner of Miller Road), Scottsdale, 480-994-4338, Joe Hopkins Quintet (Hopkins-clarinet, Cheryl Thurston-keys, Danny Shannon-bass, Caesar Rob-drums), New Orleans-style jazz + jammers, 5-9 p.m.Sun., food, dancing. Eddie V's, 15323 N. Scottsdale Road (Scottsdale Quarter), Scottsdale, 480-730-4800, 7-11 p.m. various nightly. . Fifth and Wine, 7051 E. Fifth Ave., Scottsdale 85251, 480-699-8001, Stan Sorenson-guitar, Steve Douglas-bass, 6:30-9:30p.m. Fri. May 10. Jazz in the Hil ls @ Alchemy in CopperWynd Resort, 13225 N. Eagle Ridge Drive (north off Shea at Palisades, turn left onEagle Ridge), Fountain Hills, 85268, 480-333-1880 or 480-788-5290, jazzinthehills.info or 480-688-9035 (Susan Harding):$10, $9 members, $5 children, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fri. (summer schedule:1 or 2 per month): May 10, Jerry Donato-sax, VickiMcDermitt-vocals, Armand Boatman-piano, Dwight Kilian-bass. Kazimierz World Wine Bar, 7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale, 480-946-3004, $5 cover after 8 p.m.: Margo Reed Band, 9p.m.-midnight Mon. (Reed-vocals, Jerry Donato-sax, Joel Robin-keyboard); Greg Warner leads Jazz Experience & Friends, 9p.m.-midnight Thurs. Lon's at the Hermosa (patio), 5532 E. Palo Cristi Road, Paradise Valley, 602-955-7878, 10.30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sun. brunch,Larry Reed-vocals-piano, Dennis Sexton-bass. Malee's, 7131 E. Main St. Scottsdale, 85251, 480-947-6042, maleesthaibistro.com, Renee Patrick-vocals, Judy Roberts-keys-vocals, 6-9 p.m. Mon. Mastro's City Hall, 6991 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480-941-4700, Andy Margolis-piano. OC Seven Restaurant @ Scottsdale Resort and Athletic Club, 8325 E. Indian Bend Road (between 101 and Hayden Road),Scottsdale, 85250, 480-991-1571, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sat., Delphine Cortez-vocals, Joel Robin-keys; $10 minimum pp; food,dance floor. Remington's, 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 85253, 480-951-5101: 7-10:30 p.m. Tues., Danny Long-piano-vocals,Judy Roberts-keys-vocals, Tony Vacca-sax; 7-10:30 p.m. Wed., Judy Roberts-solo piano-vocals; 7-10:30 p.m. Thurs. JudyRoberts-keys-vocals, Margo Reed-vocals; 7-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., Long-Roberts (Sat.+ Trish Dwyer); 4-8 p.m. Mon., RagsAllen; 4-6 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., Jerry Harris. Sacred Grounds Jazz Coffeehouse, Scottsdale Congregational United Church of Christ auditorium, 4425 N. Granite Reef
Rd. (east of Hayden, south of Camelback), Scottsdale, 480-946-2900, scucc.com, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Thurs., $5 donation,coffee-desserts on sale: May 9, 10th anniversary: Dowell Davis Quartet w/ Paul Anderson-sax; May 16, Pam Morita All-Women Jazz Ensemble; May 23, Royce Murray Trio; May 30, Holly Pyle Quartet; June 6, Pete Pancrazi; June 13, BethLederman's Jazz Con Alma; June 20, Armand Boatman Trio; June 27, Fred Forney Quartet. Scottsdale Ranch Clubhouse, 100th St. south of Shea Blvd., Scottsdale, BYOB: first Mon., jazz combo led by DaveFriedman-tpt + Paul Wolin-tenor sax, Mark Young-alto sax, Joe Savard-trombone, Ned Kuvinen-keys, Gary Browning-vibes,Don Friedman-guitar, Todd Knowles-bass, Ken Fauland-drums, Ginni Alvey-vocals. NEW Sevens Bistro, 7707 E. McDowell Road, Scottsdale 85250, 480-361-2437, food: Royce Murray-organ, JermaineLockhart-sax, 6-9 p.m. Sat. starting May 18. Studio, Scottsdale Congregational Church, 4425 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale, 480-946-2900, 11 a.m. Sun. live-jazzservice. Talking Stick Resort & Casino, 101 & Indian Bend, Scottsdale 85250, 480-850-8606: Orange Sky Lounge, 15th floor,various trios including Swingtips. VFW Post 3513, 7220 E. Wilshire Drive, Scottsdale, 480-941-9849, Havin' Fun Big Band, 7-9 p.m. Wed., dance floor, food. Winfield's Cafe @ First Baptist Church of Scottsdale, 7025 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale, 480-907-5157 or 480-945-6346,winfieldscafe.com, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fri., donation, coffee-beverages-desserts on sale: May 10, Mike Crotty Quartet; May 17,Eric Rasmussen; May 24, Jazz Poets; May 31, Arizona Big Band. PHOENIX & WEST VALLEY Arizona Biltmore (Wright's Lobby Bar), 2400 N. Missouri, Phoenix 85016, 602-955-6600: Khani Cole Trio, 8-11 p.m.Thurs-Sat. Asbury United Methodist Church (sanctuary), 1601 W. Indian School Road (SW corner 16th Ave.), Phoenix 85015, 602-279-2369: Pam's Jam (Pam Morita-vocals-piano, Dominic Therrien-bass, Luis Morales-drums), first Wed., all ages-levels, $5donation. Birt's Bistro, 16752 N. Greasewood St., Surprise, 623-584-0065: Vinyl Jazz (teen octet of Joe Allie-guitar, Emily Clocksin-alto sax, Michael Gregoire-bass guitar-alto sax-tenor sax, Scot Madison Quiggle-piano, Courtney Schrade-bass trombone,Jacob Smith-drums, Daniel Vogt-trumpet-bass guitar, Stephen White-trumpet), 5 p.m. Wed. May 8. NEW Elevate Coffee Company, 2530 W. Happy Valley Road, Ste. 1273, Phoenix, Vinyl Jazz (teen octet of Joe Allie-guitar, Emily Clocksin-alto sax, Michael Gregoire-bass guitar-alto sax-tenor sax, Scot Madison Quiggle-piano, CourtneySchrade-bass trombone, Jacob Smith-drums, Daniel Vogt-trumpet-bass guitar, Stephen White-trumpet), 8 p.m. Sat. May 19. Carly's Bistro, 128 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix 85004, 602-262-2759: Jazz Jones Jam Session, 2-5 p.m. Sun., free, led by
Alan Jones-info 602-487-8743. Downtown Glendale Jazz Jam @ JiveMind, 5754 W. Glenn Drive, Glendale 85301, free parking, info 408-475-5583, 623-931-0235: jazz jam 7:30-10 p.m. Thurs., $5 cover, free parking in garage: Chris PenaTrio in May + guest Caleb Veazey-guitaron May 2. Jazz for the Soul @ Spiri t of Hope United Methodist Church, 14403 N. 75th Ave., Peoria, 623-979-0080, free, 6-8 p.m.second Sun.: May 19, Bob Ravenscroft-piano, Dwight Kilian-bass, Rob Moore-drums); June 9, Be Bop Revolution (ArmandBoatman-keys, Jerry Donato-sax, Fred Forney-tpt, Dwight Kilian-bass, Dom Moio-drums). L'Amore Restaurant and Bar, 3159 E. Lincoln Drive, Phoenix 85016, 602-381-3159, Sherry Vames-vocals, Santo Maglio-keys, 6-9 p.m. alternate Wed. (call first).
Los Compadres, 2350 W. Northern Ave., Phoenix, 602-864-0258: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sat. May 4: Eric Rasmussen-sax, EricBart-guitar, David Valdivia-keys, Bob Lashier-bass, Tim Downs-drums; food, no cover. Lost Leaf, 914 N. Fifth St. @ Roosevelt, Phoenix, 602-258-0014, thelostleaf.org, 9:30 p.m. first Mon., Jiggle (Bryon Ruth-Scott Zimmer-saxes, Ted Sistrunk-bass, Nathan Hubbard-drums); 9:30 p.m. second Mon., Running from Bears (EricRasmussen-alto, Adam Roberts-tenor, Jeff Libman-guitar, Andrew Schiller-bass, Ryan Anthony-drums); 9:30 pm third Wed.,The Scorpion Decides (Nathan Hubbard-drums-compositions, Jerome Salazar-electric bass, Branson Nejame-keyboards,Keith Kelly-woodwinds). Nostalgi 'a Cancione e Vino Ital ian Cuisine, 4935 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale 85301, 623-463-8104, eatatpolos.com,Bridget Maynes & Auggie Mendoza, 6-9 pm Wed.; Jay Maynes, 6-9 pm Thurs.; Robin Maynes + guests, 5:30-8:30 pm Fri.-Sat. Padre Murphy's, 64338 W. Bell Road, Glendale, 602-547-9406, Tom Mein & The Next Band leads jazz-blues jam, 6:30-9:30 pm Tues. Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 2401 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602-468-0700, Nicole Pesce-piano, Jeffrey Hattrick-vocals, 6-8 p.m.Sat. in lobby bar. Royal Palms Resort (T. Cook's Lounge), 5200 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix 85018, Joe Costello Project, 8-11 p.m. Wed.;Joe Costello Project, 8-11 p.m. Thurs.; Michael Reed Combo, May 10-11; Renee Patrick, May 17-18. St. Francis, 111 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602-200-8111, Diana Lee-vocals, Paul Sherman-keys, Felix Sainz-bass, 11a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. brunch; stfrancisaz.com. ** The Nash (Jazz in AZ center), 110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix 85004, thenash.org, jazzinaz.org, 602-795-0464, 602-750-7045; 6-9 p.m. Sun., weekly Jazz in AZ Sunday Jam Session (w/ grand piano, guitar-bass amps, drum set), $5, $2participating musicians; see Calendar for other events, including Friday Contemporary Jazz, Saturday Mainstream Jazz,First Friday music-art events, concerts, clinics, monthly Sunday parties.
EAST VALLEY (Tempe-Chandler-Gilbert-Mesa-Apache Junction) Asia, 1236 E Baseline Road #102, Mesa 85204, 480-892-0688 asiaaz.com, food: String Theory (Doug Arnold-guitar-vocals,Shawn Manske-bass-vocals), 7-10 p.m. third Fri. D'vine Bistro Chandler, 3990 S. Alma School Road, Chandler (NW corner Alma School & Ocotillo), Chandler, 480-782-5550, dvinebistro.com, Aebi-Coulson Jazz Duo featuring Jimmy Nistico, 7-10 p.m. Sat.; Aebi-Coulson Duo + Tim Hern-vocals, 6:30-9:30 p.m. alternate Mon. Fired Up Gri l l , 7131 E. Ray Road (formerly 56 East) @ Casa Paloma Shopping Center, via I-10 & Ray Road), Chandler,480-940-4040: jazz jam led by Aebi-Coulson Jazz Duo + Jimmy Nistico-sax, Perry Senn-drums, 7-10 p.m. Sun Floridino's, 50 E. Guadalupe Rd. (NW corner Baseline), Gilbert, 480-539-1079, Ted Newman-guitar-vocals, Danny Shannon-bass, 6-8:30 p.m. Tues. Gold Bar Espresso, 3141 S. McClintock Drive, #6, Tempe, 480-839-3082, Jazz Alliance, 7:30-11 p.m. Fri &Sun., goldbarespresso.org Lone Butte Casino (Verona Chophouse), 1077 S. Kyrene Road, Gila River Reservation, (Kyrene exit from I-10 to Santan202 east, or 101 south to Santan 202 west), 21 and older, 1-800-WIN-GILA (946-4452), 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. jazz brunch:Bridget Maynes & Auggie Mendoza, or Joel Robin-Delphine Cortez. Mad Hatter Brewpub (formerly Dave's Electric) 502 S. College, Tempe, 480-967-5353 7-9 p.m. Tues.: May 7, BethLederman Combo; May 14, Blaise Lantana Birthday Party; May 21, Joel Robin; May 28, Nicole Pesce & Jerry Donato; June4, Stan Sorenson Duo; June 11, Joel Robin; June 18, Stu Siefer Trio; jamnjazzproductions.com, 480-966-0812. NEW Monti 's Casa Vieja, 100 S. Mill Ave. (front patio), Tempe, 85281, 480-967-7594, 6-9 p.m. Thurs., Richie Oropeza Trio(Oropeza-tenor sax-flute, Bill Kaye-keys, Jimmy Golini-drums). Olive Branch, 3231 S. Mill Ave. (@ Southern), Tempe 85282, 480-966-9829, Buzz Fowler & First String hosts blues-jazzjam sessions (all-ages), door open @ noon, 1 p.m. open mic followed by jazz-blues jam led by Buzz Fowler- vocals-harmonica, Jonathan Varo-vocals-keys, Maury "Hooter" Saslaff-bass, Vanya Hautimacki-percussion; food. Pesto's Gourmet Pizza and Wine Bar, 1960 W. Ray Road, Suite 4 (NE corner Dobson Road), Chandler, 480-821-2949,John Knowlton Trio (Knowlton-guitar, Dave Wilson-piano, Dennis Sexton-bass) 7-11 p.m. Sat. Pier D' Orleans, 61 E. University Dr., Mesa, 480-844-7437, Cheryl's Mardi Gras Jazz Band (Cheryl Thurston-piano, GaryChurch-tpt, Joe Hopkins-clarinet, Roy Calhoun-drums), 6-8 p.m. Sat., food. Pita Jungle-Chandler, 1949 W. Ray Road, Chandler, 480-855-3232, jazz jam led by Pita Jungle Trio (Dave Ihlenfeld-piano,Pete Gitlin-guitar-bass, Andy Ziker-drums) 7-10 p.m. Thurs. except May 30: Chandler. Stan Sorenson Trio hosts (Sorenson-guitar, Steve Douglas-bass Ziker-drums).
Pita Jungle-Mesa, 1850 W. Southern Ave. (across from Mesa Community College) 480-615-PITA (7482),pitajungle.com/locations/mesa, Judy Roberts-keys-vocals, Renee Patrick-vocals, 5-7 p.m. Sun. Pizza Mart, 1329 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-962-4233, Cheryl's Cats and Jammers Band (Cheryl Thurston-piano, Gary Church-tpt, Joe Hopkins-clarinet, Dick Obermiller-bass, Roy Calhoun-drums), 5-7:30 p.m. Wed. Robbie Fox 's Public House (west patio), 640 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, 480-642-6442: 3-6:30 p.m. Sat., various; food. San Marcos Crowne Plaza Resort, 1 San Marcos Place, Chandler, 480-812-0900, SanMarcosResort.com: AJ'sRestaurant: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sun. brunch; Joe Hopkins Trio. Sleepy Dog Pub & Bistro, 1451 E. Williams Field Road, Gilbert, 480-963-1805, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. brunch, Aebi-CoulsonJazz Duo + Jimmy Nistico-sax, 11 a.m..-2 p.m. Xtreme Bean Coffee Shop, SW corner Southern & McClintock, Tempe, 480-820-0333, 7-10 p.m. Mon., Jack Wells &Friends (ragtime, boogie, standards, jam-singers/seniors welcome). AROUND ARIZONA FLAGSTAFF Wine Loft, 17 N. San Francisco St. #2A, Flagstaff 86001, 928-773-9463: ZAZU (Lake Aurich-Larry Czarnecki-guitars, SteveDouglas-bass), 8-11 p.m. third Tues. PAYSON Ayothaya Thai Cafe, 404 Highway 260, Payson, 928-474-1112, Payson Jazz Trio; Bob Smolenski-piano, Mike Buskirk-bass, Gerry Reynolds-drums; 5:30- 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., May 17-18; info. [email protected] or 602-619-3355. Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Main St., Payson, 2 p.m. Sun.: June 9, Dr Jass & the Heartbeats ( Dr ClaudioZamorano-cornet, Mike Buskirk-trombone, Hawkeye Mathews-clarinet, Suzanne Knighton-vocals & bass, Dale Knighton-vocals-banjo, Gerry Reynolds-drums); July 14, Pete Pancrazi Quartet (Pancrazi-vocals-guitar, piano & bass TBD, GerryReynolds-drums); $5 donation at the door, info 602-619-3355 [email protected]. PRESCOTT El Gato Azul (patio), 316 W. Goodwin, Prescott, 928-445-1070, elgatoazulprescott.com: June 12, Khani Cole Trio; June 13,Sahnas Brothers. Raven, 142 N. Cortez St., Prescott 86301, 928-717-0009: ZAZU (Steve Douglas-bass, Lake Aurich-Jeff Schalau-guitars, 8-11 p.m. Fri. May 3.
SEDONA Dahl & DiLuca Restaurant, 2321 W. Hwy 89A, Sedona, 928-282-5219: Les Czimber-piano, Bryan Sinclair-bass, 7-10 p.m.Fri., Sat.; Steve Sandner-piano-vocals, 7-10 p.m. Tues.-Wed.-Thurs. until May 23. Sedona Hilton (lounge), 90 Ridge Trail, Sedona 86351, Steve Sandner-piano-vocals, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Sat. to May 25. TUCSON
Café Passé, 415 N. Fourth Ave., Tucson 85705, 520-624-4411, Collin Shook Trio, 7-10 p.m. Wed. Cushing Street Bar and Restaurant, 198 W. Cushing St., Tucson 85701,520-622-7984. Cushing Jazz Quartet (Jeff Lewis-sax, Ed Delucia-guitar, Rob Boone-piano, Jack Wood-bass), 7:30-10:30 p.m. Sat. Ell iot's, 135 E. Congress Street, Tucson 85701, Jazz Guild Jam, Tony Frank-trumpet, Daniel "Sly" Slipetsky-keys, 8-11p.m. Mon. El Con Club, Randolph Golf Course Complex, 600 S. Alvernon, Tucson, 7-10 p.m. Tues.: May 7, Larry Redhouse-piano,Elliot Kuykendall-bass,Lenny Redhouse-drums; May 14, Hot Club of Tucson (Matt Mitchell-guitar, Nick Coventry-violin, EvanDain-bass); May 21, Amilcar Guevara (salsa, charanga jazz); May 28, Collin Shook-piano, Mike Moinahan-sax, DillonDeRobertus-bass, Tim Rachbach-drums; June 4, Jason Carder-tpt, Jeff Hsakell-piano Brice Winston0-bas, Jack Wood-bass;June 11 Arthur StatmanQuartet (Statman-piano, Brice Winston-sax, Scott Black-bass, Tim Rachbach-drums); June 18 NosaBossa Nova (Theresa Levy, Mike Levy). Fini 's Landing, 5689 N. Swan Road, Tucson 85718, Tony Frank-trumpet and vocals, Daniel "Sly" Slipetsky-keys, EvanDain-bass. Fire + Spice @ Sheraton Tucson, 5151 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, 520-323-6262, Arizona Roadrunners, 6-9 p.m. Tues. La Cocina @ Old Town Artisans, 201 N. Court Ave., Tucson 85701, Shawn Kebler-guitar, Collin Shook-bass, GilRodriquez-drums, 6:30-9 p.m. Wed. Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, 7000 N. Resort Drive, Tucson 85750, Cascade Lounge. Doug Martin-piano, Mike Levy-bass, 5:30-8 p.m. Fri. Old Pueblo Gri l l , 60 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, 520-326-6000 Pete Swan-drums, Grant Cherry-piano, Scott Black-bass, triohosts jam session, 7-10 p.m. Sun. Sull ivan's Steakhouse, 1785 E. River Rd., Tucson 85718, John Einweck Band, 6-10 p.m. Fri.; Larry Loud-piano, 6-10 p.m.Sun.
OTHER SOURCES: Jazz in AZ, JazzinAZ.org, TheNash.org, 602-795-0464 Tucson Jazz Society, tucsonjazzsociety.org, 520-903-1265 KJZZ 91.5 fm, 91.5 KJZZ HD2, jazz.kjzz.org Arizona Classic Jazz Society, 480-620-3941,azclassicjazz.org Prescott Jazz Summit, prescottjazz.com Prescott Jazz Society, pjsjazz.org Lindy Hop Society, savethearts.org/swing/
Phoenix Blues Society, phoenixblues.org
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