Jazzbird Nights

Jazzbird is a first-class jazz lounge which hosts music from popular and up & coming local musicians accompanied by a fine selection of wine, local craft beers and catered meals for purchase. Jazzbird Nights occur every Friday evening with performances beginning at 7:00 PM on the Jazzbird stage.

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Adam Roberts + Dave Schmidt “Twin Tenors”

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, January 27th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Adam Roberts andĀ Dave Schmidt "Twin Tenors". Featured artists include Adam Roberts-Saxophone, Dave Schmidt-Saxophone, Dave Henning-Piano, Ben Hedquist-Bass, Ryan Anthony-Drums.Ā  Adam Roberts & Dave Schmidt celebrate the legacy of the tenor saxophone playing bebop, hard bop, modal jazz, and modern tunes destined to become classics. Enjoy some great…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Adam Roberts + Dave Schmidt “Twin Tenors”

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, January 27th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Adam Roberts andĀ Dave Schmidt "Twin Tenors". Featured artists include Adam Roberts-Saxophone, Dave Schmidt-Saxophone, Dave Henning-Piano, Ben Hedquist-Bass, Ryan Anthony-Drums.Ā  Adam Roberts & Dave Schmidt celebrate the legacy of the tenor saxophone playing bebop, hard bop, modal jazz, and modern tunes destined to become classics. Enjoy some great…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Eric Rasmussen Quintet

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, February 3rd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Eric Rasmussen Quintet. Featured artists including Eric Rasmussen-Alto Saxophone, Vince Kaufman-Tenor Saxophone, Ray Lebert-Guitar, Ben Hedquist-Bass, Connor Sample-Drums.Ā  Saxophonist/Composer Eric Rasmussen relocated to the Phoenix area in the summer of 2007. The California native spent the last ten years playing and teaching in New York City where…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Eric Rasmussen Quintet

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, February 3rd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Eric Rasmussen Quintet. Featured artists including Eric Rasmussen-Alto Saxophone, Vince Kaufman-Tenor Saxophone, Ray Lebert-Guitar, Ben Hedquist-Bass, Connor Sample-Drums.Ā  Saxophonist/Composer Eric Rasmussen relocated to the Phoenix area in the summer of 2007. The California native spent the last ten years playing and teaching in New York City where…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: David Friesen Circle 3 Trio

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, February 10th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes David Friesen Circle 3 TrioĀ featuring artists David Friesen-Hemage Bass, Joe Manis-Tenor, Soprano Saxophone, Charlie Doggett-Drums.Ā  Anyone acquainted with David Friesen's exceptional music quickly thinks of his creative universe. Ocean-deep in his sensitivity to the human spirit, Friesen is compassionate and his music founded on integrity and the pursuit…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: David Friesen Circle 3 Trio

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, February 10th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes David Friesen Circle 3 TrioĀ featuring artists David Friesen-Hemage Bass, Joe Manis-Tenor, Soprano Saxophone, Charlie Doggett-Drums.Ā  Anyone acquainted with David Friesen's exceptional music quickly thinks of his creative universe. Ocean-deep in his sensitivity to the human spirit, Friesen is compassionate and his music founded on integrity and the pursuit…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dmitri Matheny Group

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, February 17th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes back Dmitri Matheny Group. Featured artists include Dmitri Matheny- Flugelhorn,Ā Brice Winston-Tenor Saxophone, Lamar Gaines-Piano, Chris Finet-Bass, Pete Swan-Drums.Ā  Celebrated for his warm tone, soaring lyricism and masterful technique, American musician Dmitri Matheny has been lauded as ā€œone of the most emotionally expressive improvisers of his generationā€ (International Review…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dmitri Matheny Group

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, February 17th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes back Dmitri Matheny Group. Featured artists include Dmitri Matheny- Flugelhorn,Ā Brice Winston-Tenor Saxophone, Lamar Gaines-Piano, Chris Finet-Bass, Pete Swan-Drums.Ā  Celebrated for his warm tone, soaring lyricism and masterful technique, American musician Dmitri Matheny has been lauded as ā€œone of the most emotionally expressive improvisers of his generationā€ (International Review…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: TrioGram with special guest Lewis Nash

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, February 24th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes TrioGram featuring artists Will Lyle - Bass,Ā Bijan Taghavi - Piano, andĀ Lewis Nash - Drums. TrioGram is a project fronted by bassist and composer Will Lyle. The group aims to maintain a cutting edge sensibility combined with a respect for the many eras of jazz. They are equally influenced…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: TrioGram with special guest Lewis Nash

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, February 24th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes TrioGram featuring artists Will Lyle - Bass,Ā Bijan Taghavi - Piano, andĀ Lewis Nash - Drums. TrioGram is a project fronted by bassist and composer Will Lyle. The group aims to maintain a cutting edge sensibility combined with a respect for the many eras of jazz. They are equally influenced…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Ben Hedquist Quartet

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, March 3rd, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes the Ben Hedquist Quartet. Featured artists include Ben Hedquistā€“Bass, Mike Kocour-Piano, Jeff Libman-Guitar, Ryan Anthony-Drums. Bassist and composer, Ben Hedquist has become one of the Valleyā€™s most in-demand bassists. He performs frequently with Phoenix-based musicians such as Michael Kocour, Jeff Libman, Eric Rasmussen, Keith Kelly, Adam Roberts, and Dom Moio.…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Ben Hedquist Quartet

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, March 3rd, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes the Ben Hedquist Quartet. Featured artists include Ben Hedquistā€“Bass, Mike Kocour-Piano, Jeff Libman-Guitar, Ryan Anthony-Drums. Bassist and composer, Ben Hedquist has become one of the Valleyā€™s most in-demand bassists. He performs frequently with Phoenix-based musicians such as Michael Kocour, Jeff Libman, Eric Rasmussen, Keith Kelly, Adam Roberts, and Dom Moio.…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: WE3 & FRIENDS

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, March 10th, atĀ 7:00 pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomesĀ We3 + Friends. Featured artists include: Renee Grant Patrick-Vocals Nicole Pesce-Piano,Ā Suzanne Landsford-Violin & Vocals,Ā Sheila Earley-Drums, Rich Kniss-Guitar/Bass. We3 are excited to return to Ravenscroft! Headliner Renee Patrick has connected with individuals and crowds with her voice andĀ music over the past decade in the Valley. Her music is shockingly…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: WE3 & FRIENDS

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, March 10th, atĀ 7:00 pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomesĀ We3 + Friends. Featured artists include: Renee Grant Patrick-Vocals Nicole Pesce-Piano,Ā Suzanne Landsford-Violin & Vocals,Ā Sheila Earley-Drums, Rich Kniss-Guitar/Bass. We3 are excited to return to Ravenscroft! Headliner Renee Patrick has connected with individuals and crowds with her voice andĀ music over the past decade in the Valley. Her music is shockingly…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dr. Jesse McGuire

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, March 17th, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes Dr. Jesse McGuire. Featured artists includeĀ Dr. Jesse McGuireā€“Trumpet, Flugelhorn, vocals, Adam Clark-Drums, Mike King-Bass, Arsen Nalbandian-Piano. Headliner Dr. Jesse McGuire is an Emmy award winning trumpet player and star vocalist. He held the position of ā€œLead Trumpetā€ in the worldā€™s most prestigious jazz big band, ā€œThe Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestraā€…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dr. Jesse McGuire

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, March 17th, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes Dr. Jesse McGuire. Featured artists includeĀ Dr. Jesse McGuireā€“Trumpet, Flugelhorn, vocals, Adam Clark-Drums, Mike King-Bass, Arsen Nalbandian-Piano. Headliner Dr. Jesse McGuire is an Emmy award winning trumpet player and star vocalist. He held the position of ā€œLead Trumpetā€ in the worldā€™s most prestigious jazz big band, ā€œThe Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestraā€…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dominic Amato & Friends All Star Jam

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, March 24th, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes Dominic Amato & Friends All Star Jam. Featured artists includeĀ Dominic Amatoā€“Saxophone & EWI, Mark Lettieri-Guitar, Kirk Covington-Drums, Adam Nitti-Bass, Quinn Johnson-Piano/Keyboard. This will be an incredible night of jazz, funk, fusion & improvisation by Dominic Amato and his amazingly talented friends! Some of their remarkable professional Jazz experience include: Dominic…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dominic Amato & Friends All Star Jam

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, March 24th, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes Dominic Amato & Friends All Star Jam. Featured artists includeĀ Dominic Amatoā€“Saxophone & EWI, Mark Lettieri-Guitar, Kirk Covington-Drums, Adam Nitti-Bass, Quinn Johnson-Piano/Keyboard. This will be an incredible night of jazz, funk, fusion & improvisation by Dominic Amato and his amazingly talented friends! Some of their remarkable professional Jazz experience include: Dominic…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: ZAZU West

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, March 31st, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes ZAZU West. Featured artists include Mike Fowlerā€“Lead Guitar, Ryan Vance-Rhythm Guitar, Constance Genter-Vocals, Vincent Thiefain-Bass, Jeff Quamo-Clarinet, Allen Ames-Violin. ZAZU West is Phoenix's premier ensemble dedicated to Gypsy Jazz, the style devoted to the legacy of guitar legend Django Reinhardt. Whether playing the dozens of iconic Django compositions, traditional and…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: ZAZU West

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, March 31st, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes ZAZU West. Featured artists include Mike Fowlerā€“Lead Guitar, Ryan Vance-Rhythm Guitar, Constance Genter-Vocals, Vincent Thiefain-Bass, Jeff Quamo-Clarinet, Allen Ames-Violin. ZAZU West is Phoenix's premier ensemble dedicated to Gypsy Jazz, the style devoted to the legacy of guitar legend Django Reinhardt. Whether playing the dozens of iconic Django compositions, traditional and…

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NO JAZZBIRD NIGHTS – APRIL 7TH

There will be no Jazzbird Night held Friday, April 7th. We will be holding our Passion: A Good Friday Experience event on Friday, April 7th. We have 2 shows available at 4pm and 7pm in Ravenscroft Hall. This is a free event, but reservations are highly recommended. Visit this link to reserve your seats https://brushfire.com/ravenscroft/?search=passionĀ 

NO JAZZBIRD NIGHTS – APRIL 7TH

There will be no Jazzbird Night held Friday, April 7th. We will be holding our Passion: A Good Friday Experience event on Friday, April 7th. We have 2 shows available at 4pm and 7pm in Ravenscroft Hall. This is a free event, but reservations are highly recommended. Visit this link to reserve your seats https://brushfire.com/ravenscroft/?search=passionĀ 

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Tristan Lauzon Quintet

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, April 14th, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes the Tristan Lauzon Quintet. Featured artists include Tristan Lauzonā€“Bass, London Hack-Vocals, Eli Nelson-Guitar, Jack McCahan-Piano, Matt Storto-Drums. The Tristan Lauzon Quintet brings a fresh and unique take on some of their favorite standards, breathing new life into timeless classics with their own creative flair. But that's not all - the…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Tristan Lauzon Quintet

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, April 14th, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes the Tristan Lauzon Quintet. Featured artists include Tristan Lauzonā€“Bass, London Hack-Vocals, Eli Nelson-Guitar, Jack McCahan-Piano, Matt Storto-Drums. The Tristan Lauzon Quintet brings a fresh and unique take on some of their favorite standards, breathing new life into timeless classics with their own creative flair. But that's not all - the…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Bob Shimizu Quartet

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, April 21st, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes the Bob Shimizu Quartet. Featured artists include Bob Shimizuā€“Guitar, Stanley Serrano-Bass/Vocals, Mike Florio-Drums, Iaonnis Goudelis-Keyboard/Piano. "Let's Get Together", Bob Shimizu's second solo release, is a celebration of the song-book of a life-time and a musical journey that pays homage to jazz standards and selections from the great American pop and…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Bob Shimizu Quartet

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, April 21st, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes the Bob Shimizu Quartet. Featured artists include Bob Shimizuā€“Guitar, Stanley Serrano-Bass/Vocals, Mike Florio-Drums, Iaonnis Goudelis-Keyboard/Piano. "Let's Get Together", Bob Shimizu's second solo release, is a celebration of the song-book of a life-time and a musical journey that pays homage to jazz standards and selections from the great American pop and…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: BossaNova 77

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, April 28th, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes BossaNova 77. Featured artists include Al Alabadoā€“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…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: BossaNova 77

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, April 28th, atĀ 7:00pm,Ā Jazzbird welcomes BossaNova 77. Featured artists include Al Alabadoā€“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…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: TITO CARRILLO & THE VJC SENIOR SHOWCASE

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

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…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: TITO CARRILLO & THE VJC SENIOR SHOWCASE

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

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…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: LAUREN HOOKER & FRIENDS

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, May 12th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Lauren Hooker & Friends. Featured artists includeĀ Lauren Hookerā€“Vocals & Piano, Dr. Clark Gibson-Sax & Flute, Howard Alden-Guitar,Ā Mike King-Bass, Sheila Earley-Drums. New to the…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: LAUREN HOOKER & FRIENDS

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, May 12th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Lauren Hooker & Friends. Featured artists includeĀ Lauren Hookerā€“Vocals & Piano, Dr. Clark Gibson-Sax & Flute, Howard Alden-Guitar,Ā Mike King-Bass, Sheila Earley-Drums. New to the…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: JAMES FERNANDO TRIO

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

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

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: JAMES FERNANDO TRIO

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

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

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: JOE GARCIA & FRIENDS

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, May 26th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Joe Garcia & Friends. Featured artists include Joe Garciaā€“Percussion, Dom Moio-Drums, Todd Johnson-Bass, Andrew Gross-Saxophone, Benjamin Cortez-Piano. Joe Garcia is a highly…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: JOE GARCIA & FRIENDS

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, May 26th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Joe Garcia & Friends. Featured artists include Joe Garciaā€“Percussion, Dom Moio-Drums, Todd Johnson-Bass, Andrew Gross-Saxophone, Benjamin Cortez-Piano. Joe Garcia is a highly…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: HOLLY CHANNELL WITH SPECIAL GUEST CLARK GIBSON

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, June 2nd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Holly Channell with Special Guest Clark Gibson. Featured artists include Holly Channellā€“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…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: HOLLY CHANNELL WITH SPECIAL GUEST CLARK GIBSON

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, June 2nd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Holly Channell with Special Guest Clark Gibson. Featured artists include Holly Channellā€“Drums, Clark Gibson-Saxophone, Claudia Bloom-Piano, Vince Thiefain-Bass. Holly Channell is a…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: ROB MOORE & FRIENDS

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, June 9th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Rob Moore & Friends. Featured artists include Rob Mooreā€“Drums, Bailey Zickā€“Ā Bass, Andy Margolisā€“Piano, Mike Ozunaā€“Guitar, Brice Winstonā€“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…

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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: ROB MOORE & FRIENDS

Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Friday, June 9th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Rob Moore & Friends. Featured artists include Rob Mooreā€“Drums, Bailey Zickā€“Ā Bass, Andy Margolisā€“Piano, Mike Ozunaā€“Guitar, Brice Winstonā€“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…

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