Friday, April 28th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes BossaNova 77. Featured artists include Al Alabado–Vocals/Percussion, Ike Ramalho-Guitar, Chuck Leitner-Piano, Adrial Goldenthal-Bass, Emerson Laffey- Drums. BossaNova 77 has been performing Brazilian Bossa Nova Jazz music and standards since 1977 in the Phoenix area. With Al Alabado on vocals & percussion (english & original Portuguese) and Art Grijalva on acoustic…

Friday, May 5th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes MSW's Valley Jazz Cooperative alongside guest artist Tito Carrillo and his Quintet. Featured artists (first set) include: VJC Senior Showcase Outstanding seniors from MSW's Valley Jazz Cooperative program perform combo jazz alongside guest artist Tito Carrillo and leading area jazz musicians. Featured artists (second set) include: Tito Carillo…

Friday, May 5th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes MSW's Valley Jazz Cooperative alongside guest artist Tito Carrillo and his Quintet. Featured artists (first set) include: VJC Senior Showcase Outstanding seniors from MSW's Valley Jazz Cooperative program perform combo jazz alongside guest artist Tito Carrillo and leading area jazz musicians. Featured artists (second set) include: Tito Carillo…

Friday, May 12th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Lauren Hooker & Friends. Featured artists include Lauren Hooker–Vocals & Piano, Dr. Clark Gibson-Sax & Flute, Howard Alden-Guitar, Mike King-Bass, Sheila Earley-Drums. New to the Phoenix area, Lauren Hooker is a multi-talented vocalist, instrumentalist, composer, lyricist, educator, producer and, via her Arts in Education company: Musical Legends, a celebrated storyteller.…

Friday, May 12th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Lauren Hooker & Friends. Featured artists include Lauren Hooker–Vocals & Piano, Dr. Clark Gibson-Sax & Flute, Howard Alden-Guitar, Mike King-Bass, Sheila Earley-Drums. New to the Phoenix area, Lauren Hooker is a multi-talented vocalist, instrumentalist, composer, lyricist, educator, producer and, via her Arts in Education company: Musical Legends, a celebrated storyteller.…

Friday, May 19th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the James Fernando Trio. Featured artists include James Fernando–Piano, Connor Sample-Drums, Vince Theifain-Bass. Hailed as a “prodigiously gifted composer and virtuoso pianist,” James Fernando creates music that lies at the intersection of jazz, classical, and electronic music. He relies on his genre-expanding original compositions to deliver thought provoking…

Friday, May 19th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the James Fernando Trio. Featured artists include James Fernando–Piano, Connor Sample-Drums, Vince Theifain-Bass. Hailed as a “prodigiously gifted composer and virtuoso pianist,” James…

Friday, May 26th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Joe Garcia & Friends. Featured artists include Joe Garcia–Percussion, Dom Moio-Drums, Todd Johnson-Bass, Andrew Gross-Saxophone, Benjamin Cortez-Piano. Joe Garcia is a highly acclaimed percussionist and a respected member of the Valley's music community. With decades of experience in the music industry, Joe Garcia has become a household name…

Friday, May 26th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Joe Garcia & Friends. Featured artists include Joe Garcia–Percussion, Dom Moio-Drums, Todd Johnson-Bass, Andrew Gross-Saxophone, Benjamin Cortez-Piano. Joe Garcia is a highly acclaimed percussionist and a respected member of the Valley's music community. With decades of experience in the music industry, Joe Garcia has become a household name…

Friday, June 2nd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Holly Channell with Special Guest Clark Gibson. Featured artists include Holly Channell–Drums, Clark Gibson-Saxophone, Claudia Bloom-Piano, Vince Thiefain-Bass. Holly Channell is a drummer, composer and educator. She graduated with a Masters in Jazz Performance from ASU working under the direction of Lewis Nash. She will be headed…

Friday, June 2nd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Holly Channell with Special Guest Clark Gibson. Featured artists include Holly Channell–Drums, Clark Gibson-Saxophone, Claudia Bloom-Piano, Vince Thiefain-Bass. Holly Channell is a drummer, composer and educator. She graduated with a Masters in Jazz Performance from ASU working under the direction of Lewis Nash. She will be headed…

Friday, June 9th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Rob Moore & Friends. Featured artists include Rob Moore–Drums, Bailey Zick– Bass, Andy Margolis–Piano, Mike Ozuna–Guitar, Brice Winston–Tenor Sax. Rob Moore & Friends will present some of their favorite compositions from the hard bop era, along with classic jazz standards that have stood the test of time. The result…

Friday, June 9th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Rob Moore & Friends. Featured artists include Rob Moore–Drums, Bailey Zick– Bass, Andy Margolis–Piano, Mike Ozuna–Guitar, Brice Winston–Tenor Sax. Rob Moore & Friends will present some of their favorite compositions from the hard bop era, along with classic jazz standards that have stood the test of time. The result…

Friday, June 16th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Kimberly Weston and Beth Lederman. Featured artists include Kimberly Weston–Vocals & Violin, Beth Lederman– Keys & Piano, Mario Mendivil–Bass, Connor Sample–Drums, Natalie Gallatin– Saxophone. Kimberly Weston's original music is a journey through the soul. Her sound is a captivating blend of R&B, jazz, and folk, delivering a raw…

Friday, June 16th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Kimberly Weston and Beth Lederman. Featured artists include Kimberly Weston–Vocals & Violin, Beth Lederman– Keys & Piano, Mario Mendivil–Bass, Connor Sample–Drums, Natalie Gallatin– Saxophone. Kimberly Weston's original music is a journey through the soul. Her sound is a captivating blend of R&B, jazz, and folk, delivering a raw…

Friday, June 23rd at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Russell Schmidt & nuV to the Jazzbird stage. NuV (rhymes with “groovy”) is Russell’s latest creation, an intergenerational quintet featuring musicians from across the country. Featured artists include Russell Schmidt–Piano, Stephanie Tateiwa–Alto Sax, Brice Winston–Tenor Sax, Oliver Gomez–Bass, and Rob Moore–Drums. NuV will perform a mix of original compositions…

Friday, June 23rd at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Russell Schmidt & nuV to the Jazzbird stage. NuV (rhymes with “groovy”) is Russell’s latest creation, an intergenerational quintet featuring musicians from across the country. Featured artists include Russell Schmidt–Piano, Stephanie Tateiwa–Alto Sax, Brice Winston–Tenor Sax, Oliver Gomez–Bass, and Rob Moore–Drums. NuV will perform a mix of original compositions…

Friday, June 30th at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes We3 Featuring O.M.G. to the Jazzbird stage. Featured artists include Renee Patrick–Vocals, Nicole Pesce–Piano/Keyboard, Suzanne Lansford–Violin/Vocals, Mel Brown–Bass, and Dowell Davis–Drums. O.M.G. (Our Musical Genre) Combines the talents of We3 along with Grammy Award winning Bass player Mel Brown, and internationally acclaimed drummer Dowell Davis. This special collaboration brings…

Friday, June 30th at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes We3 Featuring O.M.G. to the Jazzbird stage. Featured artists include Renee Patrick–Vocals, Nicole Pesce–Piano/Keyboard, Suzanne Lansford–Violin/Vocals, Mel Brown–Bass, and Dowell Davis–Drums. O.M.G. (Our Musical Genre) Combines the talents of We3 along with Grammy Award winning Bass player Mel Brown, and internationally acclaimed drummer Dowell Davis. This special collaboration brings…

*This event is SOLD OUT* Friday, September 1st at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Alice Tatum to the Jazzbird stage to kick off our 2023-24 season! Featured artists include Alice Tatum–Vocals, Claudia Maynes–Vocals, and Diana Lee–Vocals, Todd Chuba–Drums, Nicole Pesce–Piano, and John Murray–Bass. Prepare to be amazed by the incredible talent of Alice Tatum, a true music…

*This event is SOLD OUT* Friday, September 1st at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Alice Tatum to the Jazzbird stage to kick off our 2023-24 season! Featured artists include Alice Tatum–Vocals, Claudia Maynes–Vocals, and Diana Lee–Vocals, Todd Chuba–Drums, Nicole Pesce–Piano, and John Murray–Bass. Prepare to be amazed by the incredible talent of Alice Tatum, a true music…

Friday, September 8th at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Ilya Dynov Trio Featuring Bill Cunliffe. Featured artists include Ilya Dynov–Drums, Bill Cunliffe–Piano, and Will Lyle–Bass. Ilya Dynov is a sensational New York-based drummer and composer. Renowned as a virtuoso and hailed as a musical genius, he has garnered global acclaim from international press, leaving audiences awe-struck…

Friday, September 15th at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Tommy Gearhart Quintet. Featured artists include Tommy Gearhart–Vocals, Kevin Ravellette–Piano, Angelo Versace–Piano, Chris Finet–Bass, Stanley Sorenson–Guitar, and Chase Ellison–Drums. A sensitive yet powerful jazz vocalist who loves to sing ballads, Tommy Gearhart has developed his own sound as he explores the Great American Songbook and jazz standards.…

Friday, September 22nd at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Folklore Quartet Featuring Max Beckman. Featured artists include Max Beckman–Bass, Alex Oliverio–Guitar, Bailey Zick–Strings, and Jordan Tompkins–Drums. The "Folklore Quartet" is a talented group of valley natives whose unique blend of American folk music, jazz, and avant-garde creates an immersive experience. Their dynamic approach to improvisation breathes…

Friday, September 29th at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Jack Radavich Quintet. Featured artists include Jack Radavich–Bass, Jerry Donato–Tenor Saxophone, Dave Henning–Keys, John Lewis–Drums, and Neal Seroka–Guitar. Hailing from Chicago and now based in Phoenix, Jack Radavich has been an influential figure in the jazz scene for decades. With an impressive resume that includes collaborations with…

Friday, October 6th at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Corner Pocket Sextet. Featured artists include Chris Ross–Bass, Adam Roberts–Saxophone, Dennis Monce–Trumpet, Michael Lake–Trombone, Dave Henning–Piano, and Ryan Anthony–Drums. Step into a world of jazz brilliance as the Corner Pocket Sextet takes center stage to pay a soul-stirring homage to master composer and jazz titan, Wayne Shorter.…

Friday, October 20th at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Kristina Koller. Featured artists include Kristina Koller–Vocals, Fima Chupakhin–Piano, James Robbins–Bass, and Cory Cox–Drums. Renowned jazz virtuoso Kristina Koller will showcase her exceptional artistry on the Jazzbird stage through an exclusive presentation of reimagined musical renditions by Great American Songbook composer, Cole Porter. Embracing a diverse range of Porter's…

Friday, October 27th at 7:00 pm, Ravenscroft welcomes Russell Schmidt & nuVI back to the Jazzbird stage. Featured artists include Jesse Deems–Trumpet, Ethan Buck–Alto Sax, Brice Winston–Tenor Sax, Russell Schmidt–Piano, Scott Black–Bass, and Rob Moore–Drums. nuVI (rhymes with “groovy”) is Russell's latest creative venture, an intergenerational sextet featuring musicians from across the country. nuVI will perform a mix of…

Friday, November 3rd at 7:00 pm, Ravenscroft welcomes the Kyle Nasser & Simona Premazzi Quintet to the Jazzbird stage. Featured artists include Kyle Nasser–Saxophone, Simona Premazzi–Piano, Kenji Wagner–Trumpet, Jay Sawyer–Drums, and Noah Garabedian–Bass. New York City based artists Simona Premazzi and Kyle Nasser have played together for nearly a decade, but in late 2021, they…

Join us for a SPECIAL Veterans Day edition of Jazzbird Nights on Friday, November 10th at 7:30pm, as we welcome the United States Army Field Band Jazz Ambassadors to Ravenscroft Hall! The Jazz Ambassadors is the official touring big band of the United States Army. Formed in 1969, this 19-member ensemble has received great acclaim…

Friday, November 17th at 7:00 pm, Ravenscroft welcomes The Beth Lederman Trio Featuring Steven Powell to the Jazzbird stage. Featured artists include Steven Powell–Vocals, Beth Lederman–Piano, Feliz Sainz–Bass, and Connor Sample–Drums. This band mixes the playful creativity and integrity found at the heart of jazz with standards, Latin rhythms, and good solid grooves. Joining Beth Lederman on…

Friday, November 17th at 7:00 pm, Ravenscroft welcomes Elaine Dame and the Beth Lederman Trio to the Jazzbird stage. Featured artists include Elaine Dame–Vocals, Beth Lederman–Piano, Feliz Sainz–Bass, and Connor Sample–Drums. Elaine Dame is not just a singer; she's a captivating musical force that demands your attention. Hailed as a "jazz dynamo" by Time Out…

There will be no Jazzbird Nights performance on Friday, November 24th, as we are closed to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. Jazzbird Nights will be back next week, December 1st at 7:30pm with the incredible Margherita Fava Trio- we hope to see you there! Reservations for Jazzbird are now available. Click the “Get Tickets” button above…

Friday, December 1st at 7:00 pm, Ravenscroft welcomes the Margherita Fava Quartet to the Jazzbird stage! Featured artists include Margherita Fava- Piano, Emiliano Lasansky- Bass, and John Davis- Drums. Margherita Fava's musical odyssey spans continents and genres. Hailing from Follina, Italy, she relocated to the USA in 2016, embarking on an incredible journey in jazz.…

Friday, December 8th at 7:00 pm, Ravenscroft welcomes the Dmitri Matheny Group back to the Jazzbird stage! Featured artists include Dmitri Matheny- Flugelhorn, Lamar Gaines- Piano, Chris Finet- Bass, and Dom Moio- Drums. The Dmitri Matheny Group, "An all-star jazz band featuring some of the most accomplished musicians in the western United States”- All About…

Friday, December 15th at 7:00 pm, Ravenscroft welcomes TRAQ ATAQ to the Jazzbird stage! Featured artists include Sam Trapchak-Bass, Q Morrow-Guitar, and Christian Coleman-Drums. Join us for an electrifying evening with TRAQ ATAQ, a dynamic guitar-centric trio hailing from the heart of NYC. Led by the incomparable bassist Sam Trapchak and virtuoso guitarist Q Morrow,…

Friday, December 22nd at 7:00 pm, Ravenscroft welcomes We3 & Friends to the Jazzbird stage for the last Jazzbird Night of 2023! Featured artists include Nicole Pesce- Piano,  Renee Patrick- Vocals, Suzanne Lansford- Violin, Sheila Early-Drums, and Mel Brown- Electric Bass. We3 showcases the exquisite vocal stylings of Renee Patrick, complemented by virtuosic pianist Nicole…

There will be no Jazzbird Nights performance on Friday, December 29th, as we are closed to celebrate the Christmas holiday. Jazzbird Nights will be back next week, January 5th at 7pm with Delphine Cortez with Joel Robin & Friends- we hope to see you there! Reservations for Jazzbird are now available. Click the “Get Tickets”…

Friday, January 5th at 7:00 pm, Ravenscroft welcomes Delphine Cortez with Joel Robin & Friends to the Jazzbird stage! Featured artists include Delphine Cortez- Vocals,  Joel Robin- Piano, other musicians TBD. Delphine Cortez, a renowned vocalist, launched her career in Chicago's top jazz clubs before becoming a sought-after artist in the Greater Phoenix market in the…

Friday, January 12th at 7:00 pm, Ravenscroft welcomes the Mary Petrich OpenHand Quartet to the Jazzbird stage! Featured artists include Mary Petrich- Saxophone,  Ray Lebert- Guitar, Vince Theifain- Bass, and Ryan Anthony- Drums. Delve into the captivating world of OpenHand as they explore original compositions and inventive interpretations of standards with a chemistry that defines…