Jazzbird Nights
Jazzbird Nights: Tribute to Duke Ellington with Mary Petrich, Louise Baranger, and Beth Lederman
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ***THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT*** Friday, January 10th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes a Tribute to Duke Ellington with Mary Petrich, Louise Baranger, and Beth Lederman! Featured artists include Mary Petrich– Saxophone, Louise Baranger– Trumpet, Beth Lederman– Piano, Vincent Thiefain– Bass, and Jordan Tompkins– Drums. Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the iconic…
Jazzbird Nights: Benjamin Ring Quintet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YjgvPcCEtY0&t=8s Friday, January 17th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Benjamin Ring Quintet! Featured artists include Benjamin Ring– Drums, Devin Daniels– Saxophone, Jake Chapman– Vibraphone, Adam Hersh– Piano, and Logan Kane– Bass. Experience an exciting evening of jazz led by drummer and composer Benjamin Ring. The performance will feature music from Benjamin’s recent album With Every…
Jazzbird Nights: Kelly Green Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PjmwHu3jQw Friday, January 24th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Kelly Green Trio! Featured artists include Kelly Green– Piano & Vocals, Luca Soul Rosenfeld– Bass, and Evan Hyde– Drums. “Kelly is no mere songwriter, but an artist and performer in toto...Green’s composing skills are more than impressive.” -Michael Bailey (All About Jazz) Kelly Green is one…
Jazzbird Nights: Metta Quintet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1lUU291JVw Friday, January 31st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Metta Quintet! Featured artists include Hans Schuman– Drums, Christopher McBride– Alto Saxophone, Ben Flocks– Tenor Saxophone, Mike Gurrola– Bass, and Lawrence Fields– Piano. The METTA QUINTET is a dynamic ensemble of today’s most esteemed artists, driven by a passion for creative exploration and arts education. With…
Jazzbird Nights: David Friesen’s Circle 3 Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yo53hQe-llk&list=PLuWJKk5Z0WIiAac97sVZp3bWn0vbNL8Qu&index=2 Friday, February 14th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes David Friesen’s Circle 3 Trio! Featured artists include David Friesen– Hemage Bass & Piano, Joe Manis– Tenor & Soprano Saxophone, and Charlie Doggett– Drums. 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…
Jazzbird Nights: Russell Schmidt with Exit Strategy
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZFriday, February 21st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Russell Schmidt with Exit Strategy! Featured artists include Russell Schmidt– Piano & Vocals, Vince Kaufmann– Tenor Saxophone, Mike Ozuna– Guitar, Ben Hedquist– Bass, and Rob Moore– Drums. Russell Schmidt takes the Jazzbird stage once more with his newest project, Exit Strategy. Leading a nimble, cohesive quintet through a…
Jazzbird Nights: TRAQ ATAQ
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWpkwgDZJmI Saturday, February 22nd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes TRAQ ATAQ! Featured artists include Sam Trapchak– Bass, Q Morrow– Guitar, and Christian Coleman– Drums. TRAQ ATAQ, a hard-hitting instrumental trio from NYC, returns to Arizona and Ravenscroft for a second time with a high-energy, captivating set. Known for their intricate and polished arrangements, this fully-formed band…
Jazzbird Nights: James Fernando Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcS_h6oMl3Y Friday, February 28th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the James Fernando Trio! Featured artists include James Fernando– Piano, Bailey Zick– Bass, and Connor Sample– Drums. Experience the brilliance of Philly-based pianist James Fernando and his jazz trio, hailed as a “prodigiously gifted composer and virtuoso.” With a refreshing and modern approach to the classic piano…
Jazzbird Nights: Twin Tenors, The Record Release Show!
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxiFHlEUDf8&t=62s Friday, March 7th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Twin Tenors! Featured artists include Adam Roberts– Tenor Saxophone, Dave Schmidt– Tenor Saxophone, Dave Henning– Piano, Ben Hedquist– Bass, and Ryan Anthony– Drums. ***THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT*** Adam Roberts and Dave Schmidt present Twin Tenors, a celebration of the tradition of tenor sax duets and battles.…
Jazzbird Nights: Corner Pocket
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnNMGKIClCE Friday, March 14th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Corner Pocket! Featured artists include Adam Roberts–Tenor Saxophone, Eric Rasmussen– Alto Saxophone, Matt Lennex– Trombone, Chris Ross– Bass, Dave Henning– Piano, and Chase Ellison– Drums Corner Pocket presents the music of Charles Mingus. Join us for a heavy hitting night of luscious harmonies and hard bopping swing and…
Jazzbird Nights: John Meier Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZFriday, March 21st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the John Meier Quartet! Featured artists include John Meier– Guitar, Eric Rasmussen– Tenor Saxophone, Jordan Tompkins– Drums, and Bailey Zick– Bass. NYC guitarist, composer and arranger John Meier returns to his hometown PHX to present an evening of music written and inspired by Thelonius Monk featuring a cast…
Jazzbird Nights: Holly Pyle Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FB2ww9irXI&list=PLwOxVD91r4Evd154m3y1ISkiTCvE5egxT&t=1s Friday, March 28th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Holly Pyle Quartet! Featured artists include Holly Pyle– Vocals, Lamar Gaines– Piano, Corcoran Holt– Bass, and Rob Moore– Drums. Los Angeles-based Holly Pyle is a compulsively detail-oriented vocalist and songwriter. Her career in music thus far is marked by innovative approaches to vocal loop arranging, intense…
Jazzbird Nights: Alyssa Allgood Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxVMkIG-GE8 Saturday, March 29th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Alyssa Allgood Quartet! Featured artists include Alyssa Allgood– Vocals, Arsen Nalbandian– Piano, Ben Hedquist– Bass, and Ryan Anthony– Drums. Named a “Rising Star Female Vocalist” in the 2024 Downbeat Magazine Critics Poll, vocalist and composer Alyssa Allgood stands out as a bold and compelling voice in…
Jazzbird Nights: Ken Wagner
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://youtu.be/ZqaD0jnpbkM?si=ikE4Yv0k-ShOxLg7 Friday, April 4th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Ken Wagner! Featured artists include Kenji Wagner– Bass, Nate Gilbreath– Trombone, Roman Goron– Piano, George Fulton– Saxophone, and Max Holmberg– Drums. Join us for GCU Night as we kick off Jazz Appreciation Month with an incredible evening of live music, community, and celebration. GCU students are invited…
Jazzbird Nights: Joe Garcia & Friends
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCl6gtgPZ_U Friday, April 11th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Joe Garcia & Friends! Featured artists include Joe Garcia– Percussion, Dom Moio– Drums, Raul Yañez– Piano, Todd Johnson– Bass, Andrew Gross– Saxophone. Joe began playing drums and percussion at the age of 13 in the heavily Latin influenced city of Miami. With a professional career spanning over…
Jazzbird Nights: Tom Wakeling’s West by Northwest
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_HMwRxQXOY Friday, April 25th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Tom Wakeling's West by Northwest! Featured artists include Tom Wakeling– Bass, Jason Carder– Trumpet, Angelo Versace– Piano, and Dom Moio– Drums. West by Northwest brings together four highly acclaimed artists who have performed worldwide with a who’s who of jazz. The band's live performances embrace jazz’ past,…
Jazzbird Nights: VJC SENIOR SHOWCASE FEATURING NICK FINZER (BENEFIT FOR KITCHEN ON THE STREET)
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZFriday, May 2nd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the VJC Senior Showcase Featuring Nick Finzer (Benefit for Kitchen on the Street)! Featured artists (first set) include: The VJC Senior Showcase Outstanding seniors from MSW’s Valley Jazz Cooperative program perform combo jazz alongside guest artist Nick Finzer and leading area jazz musicians. Featured artists (second set) include: Nick…
Jazzbird Nights: The Life and Music of Clark Terry
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZFriday, May 9th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes The Life and Music of Clark Terry! Featured artists include Arsen Nalbandian– Piano, Lee Lambert– Trumpet/Flugelhorn, Ellis Green– Bass, and Chase Ellison– Drums.…
Jazzbird Nights: Max Haymer Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZFriday, May 16th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Max Haymer Trio! Featured artists include Max Haymer– Piano, Aidan Carroll– Bass, and Rick Montalbano– Drums. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XE-JGsPPBuI&t=124s Grammy Nominated Pianist, Max Haymer,…
Jazzbird Nights: SONRISA
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZFriday, May 23rd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes SONRISA! Featured artists include Scott Sadlon– Drums, Nick Manson– Piano, Mike Ozuna– Guitar, Corcoran Holt– Bass, and Joe Garcia– Percussion. Led by dynamic…
Jazzbird Nights: Raúl Yáñez Jazz Quintet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZFriday, May 30th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the RaĂşl Yáñez Jazz Quintet! Featured artists include Raul Yáñez– Piano, Adam Clark– Drums, Theodore Sistrunk– Bass, Jerry Donato– Saxophone, and Greg Varlotta–…
Jazzbird Nights: Michael Collins Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZFriday, June 6th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Michael Collins Trio! Featured artists include Michael Collins– Piano, Ted Sistrunk– Bass, and Ken French– Drums. https://youtu.be/5FarSvR1-s0?feature=shared&t=78 What happens when you take…
Jazzbird Nights: The Music of Oscar Peterson with the Josh Condon Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZFriday, June 13th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes The Music of Oscar Peterson with the Josh Condon Quartet! Featured artists include Josh Condon– Piano, Stan Sorenson– Guitar, Chris Finet– Bass, and…
Jazzbird Nights: Bill Cunliffe Trio Featuring Lewis Nash
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZSaturday, June 14th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Bill Cunliffe Trio Featuring Lewis Nash! Featured artists include Bill Cunliffe– Piano, Lewis Nash– Drums, Corcoran Holt– Bass. https://youtu.be/ZGcxKZ71uFI?feature=shared&t=2360 Grammy-winning pianist, composer,…
Jazzbird Nights: Rob Moore & Friends
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZFriday, June 20th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Rob Moore & Friends! Featured artists include Rob Moore– Drums, Brice Winston– Tenor Saxophone, Mike Ozuna– Guitar, Andy Margolis– Piano, and Chris Finet–…
Jazzbird Nights: Josh Moore Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZFriday, June 27th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Josh Moore Quartet for the final Jazzbird Nights performance of the season! Featured artists include Josh Moore– Guitar, Connor Sample– Drums, Chris Finet–…
Jazzbird Nights: Anthony Fung
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Experience an electrifying night of modern jazz with drummer and composer Anthony Fung, joined by pianist Michael Ragonese and bassist Luca Alemanno. Known for his dynamic style…
Jazzbird Nights: Ben Hedquist Ft. Lewis Nash, Mike Kocour & More!
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Enjoy an evening of rich, swinging jazz with bassist and composer Ben Hedquist, one of the Valley’s most sought-after performers. He’s joined by an all-star quintet—Eric Rasmussen…
Jazzbird Nights: Danny Jonokuchi Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Step into an evening of swinging rhythms, lush harmonies, and timeless melodies as Danny Jonokuchi breathes new life into the Great American Songbook. With his distinctive blend…
Jazzbird Nights: I’ll Be Seeing You: Arsen Nalbandian Farewell Concert
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Join us for a vibrant celebration of the Phoenix jazz scene at “Ode to the Scene,” a special multi-band showcase honoring the talent, energy, and tradition of…
Jazzbird Nights: Ike Ramalho & Band
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Immerse yourself in rhythmic Brazilian soul with Ike Ramalho & Band as they blend vibrant sounds of samba and bossa nova with lively jazz. Featuring smooth vocals,…
Jazzbird Nights: Goldings, Bernstein, Stewart Organ Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT With over 30 years of collaborative chemistry, the Goldings, Bernstein, Stewart Trio delivers a fresh, inventive take on the genre. World-class musicians Larry Goldings (organ), Peter Bernstein…
Jazzbird Nights: Marcos Varela Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Internationally acclaimed bassist Marcos Varela leads a powerhouse ensemble that combines technical brilliance with soulful expression. Whether on upright or electric bass, Varela's sound is bold, expressive,…
Jazzbird Nights: Love Call
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Join us for COLLEGE NIGHT at Ravenscroft! Student tickets only $15. Free dirty sodas and legendary brownies for students! Experience the raw energy and adventurous spirit of…
Jazzbird Nights: Francine Reed Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Get ready for an unforgettable night of powerhouse vocals and timeless tunes as the legendary Francine Reed makes her return to the Jazzbird Stage. Known as “The…
Jazzbird Nights: Alex Hahn Reflection Tour
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Join Grammy Award-winning saxophonist and composer Alex Hahn for a powerful evening of reflection, creativity, and celebration. The Reflection Tour offers a rare opportunity to hear Hahn…
Jazzbird Nights: Mercer Patterson Quintet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Experience an evening of bold, boundary-pushing jazz with the Mercer Patterson Quintet. Returning to the Jazzbird Lounge, the quintet is known for their rhythmically intricate compositions and…
Jazzbird Nights: We3 featuring O.M.G. (Our Musical Genre)
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT A true Jazzbird Nights fan favorite, O.M.G. (Our Musical Genre) returns for another unforgettable performance! This all-star group—featuring the dynamic trio We3, Grammy Award-winning bassist Mel Brown,…
Jazzbird Nights: Michael Ragonese Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Join acclaimed jazz pianist and composer Michael Ragonese and his trio—featuring bassist Luca Alemanno and drummer JK Kim—for an evening of expressive, genre-spanning music in support of…
Jazzbird Nights: Eric Rasmussen NYC Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZWHAT TO EXPECT Join the Eric Rasmussen NYC Quartet for a special evening celebrating the release of their new album, School of Tristano Vol. 4, on SteepleChase Records—recorded right here…