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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 and Dave Schmidt "Twin Tenors". Featured artists include Adam Roberts-Saxophone, Dave Schmidt-Saxophone, Dave Henning-Piano, Ben Hedquist-Bass, Ryan Anthony-Drums.  Adam Roberts &…

$10

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 and Dave Schmidt "Twin Tenors". Featured artists include Adam Roberts-Saxophone, Dave Schmidt-Saxophone, Dave Henning-Piano, Ben Hedquist-Bass, Ryan Anthony-Drums.  Adam Roberts &…

$10

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.  Saxophonist/Composer Eric Rasmussen relocated…

$10

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.  Saxophonist/Composer Eric Rasmussen relocated…

$10

Soul Rest

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

“Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart,  and you will find rest for your souls.” - Matthew 11:29  Our world is filled with stress and pressure. The weight of responsibility we carry  can feel overwhelming. Taking time to intentionally care for your soul was modeled …

Soul Rest

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

“Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart,  and you will find rest for your souls.” - Matthew 11:29  Our world is filled with stress and pressure. The weight of responsibility we carry  can feel overwhelming. Taking time to intentionally care for your soul was modeled …

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 Trio featuring artists David Friesen-Hemage Bass, Joe Manis-Tenor, Soprano Saxophone, Charlie Doggett-Drums.  Anyone acquainted with David Friesen's exceptional music quickly…

$10

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 Trio featuring artists David Friesen-Hemage Bass, Joe Manis-Tenor, Soprano Saxophone, Charlie Doggett-Drums.  Anyone acquainted with David Friesen's exceptional music quickly…

$10

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, Brice Winston-Tenor Saxophone, Lamar Gaines-Piano, Chris Finet-Bass, Pete Swan-Drums.  Celebrated for his warm tone,…

$10

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, Brice Winston-Tenor Saxophone, Lamar Gaines-Piano, Chris Finet-Bass, Pete Swan-Drums.  Celebrated for his warm tone,…

$10

Bill Charlap Trio

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Bill Charlap Trio Grammy Award-winning pianist Bill Charlap has performed with many of the leading artists of our time and has recorded albums featuring the music…

$70

Bill Charlap Trio

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Bill Charlap Trio Grammy Award-winning pianist Bill Charlap has performed with many of the leading artists of our time and has recorded albums featuring the music…

$70

VJC Sapphire Big Band: Winter Performance

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Ravenscroft presents the Valley Jazz Cooperative’s Sapphire Big Band, under the direction of Russell Schmidt. The Sapphire Big Band will perform music by Luiz  Bonfá, Billy Petito, and Billy Strayhorn. Additionally, the program will being with a few  combo selections by VJC program participants, performing pieces by Fats Waller and  others.  Lobby doors open at…

$5

VJC Sapphire Big Band: Winter Performance

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Ravenscroft presents the Valley Jazz Cooperative’s Sapphire Big Band, under the direction of Russell Schmidt. The Sapphire Big Band will perform music by Luiz  Bonfá, Billy Petito, and Billy Strayhorn. Additionally, the program will being with a few  combo selections by VJC program participants, performing pieces by Fats Waller and  others.  Lobby doors open at…

$5

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, Bijan Taghavi - Piano, and Lewis Nash - Drums. TrioGram is a project fronted by bassist and composer…

$10

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, Bijan Taghavi - Piano, and Lewis Nash - Drums. TrioGram is a project fronted by bassist and composer…

$10

JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: Russell Schmidt Quintet

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

Welcome The Russell Schmidt Quintet to the JAZZBIRD stage to perform a wide-ranging program featuring jazz classics, songbook standards, and original compositions. This group includes Paul Brewer-saxophone, Mary Petrich-saxophone, Russell…

Free

JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: Russell Schmidt Quintet

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

Welcome The Russell Schmidt Quintet to the JAZZBIRD stage to perform a wide-ranging program featuring jazz classics, songbook standards, and original compositions. This group includes Paul Brewer-saxophone, Mary Petrich-saxophone, Russell…

VJC Indigo Big Band: Winter Performance

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Ravenscroft presents the Valley Jazz Cooperative’s Indigo Big Band, under the direction of Russell Schmidt. The Indigo Big Band will perform music by Neal  Hefti, Billy Strayhorn and Mary Lou Williams. Additionally, the program will being with a  few combo selections by VJC program participants, performing pieces by Jerome Kern and others.  Lobby doors open…

$5

VJC Indigo Big Band: Winter Performance

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Ravenscroft presents the Valley Jazz Cooperative’s Indigo Big Band, under the direction of Russell Schmidt. The Indigo Big Band will perform music by Neal  Hefti, Billy Strayhorn and Mary Lou Williams. Additionally, the program will being with a  few combo selections by VJC program participants, performing pieces by Jerome Kern and others.  Lobby doors open…

$5

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Ben Hedquist Quartet

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

Friday, March 3rd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Ben Hedquist Quartet. Featured artists include Ben Hedquist–Bass, Mike Kocour-Piano, Jeff Libman-Guitar, Ryan Anthony-Drums. Bassist and composer, Ben Hedquist has become one of the…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Ben Hedquist Quartet

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

Friday, March 3rd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Ben Hedquist Quartet. Featured artists include Ben Hedquist–Bass, Mike Kocour-Piano, Jeff Libman-Guitar, Ryan Anthony-Drums. Bassist and composer, Ben Hedquist has become one of the…

$10

CHAMBER @ RAVENSCROFT: Intersection

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Intersection featuring Dian D’Avanzo, violin Tessa Gotman Bock, violin Nancy Buck, viola Mike D’Avanzo, cello Russell Schmidt, piano Chris Finet, bass Rob Moore, drums Program String Quartet in F major,…

$30

CHAMBER @ RAVENSCROFT: Intersection

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Intersection featuring Dian D’Avanzo, violin Tessa Gotman Bock, violin Nancy Buck, viola Mike D’Avanzo, cello Russell Schmidt, piano Chris Finet, bass Rob Moore, drums Program String Quartet in F major,…

$30

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: WE3 & FRIENDS

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

Friday, March 10th, at 7:00 pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes We3 + Friends. Featured artists include: Renee Grant Patrick-Vocals Nicole Pesce-Piano, Suzanne Landsford-Violin & Vocals, Sheila Earley-Drums, Rich Kniss-Guitar/Bass. We3 are excited to return to…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: WE3 & FRIENDS

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

Friday, March 10th, at 7:00 pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes We3 + Friends. Featured artists include: Renee Grant Patrick-Vocals Nicole Pesce-Piano, Suzanne Landsford-Violin & Vocals, Sheila Earley-Drums, Rich Kniss-Guitar/Bass. We3 are excited to return to…

$10

Soul Rest

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

“Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart,  and you will find rest for your souls.” - Matthew 11:29  Our world is filled with stress and pressure. The weight of responsibility we carry  can feel overwhelming. Taking time to intentionally care for your soul was modeled …

Soul Rest

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

“Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart,  and you will find rest for your souls.” - Matthew 11:29  Our world is filled with stress and pressure. The weight of responsibility we carry  can feel overwhelming. Taking time to intentionally care for your soul was modeled …

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dr. Jesse McGuire

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

Friday, March 17th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Dr. Jesse McGuire. Featured artists include Dr. Jesse McGuire–Trumpet, Flugelhorn, vocals, Adam Clark-Drums, Mike King-Bass, Arsen Nalbandian-Piano. Headliner Dr. Jesse McGuire is an Emmy award winning…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dr. Jesse McGuire

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

Friday, March 17th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Dr. Jesse McGuire. Featured artists include Dr. Jesse McGuire–Trumpet, Flugelhorn, vocals, Adam Clark-Drums, Mike King-Bass, Arsen Nalbandian-Piano. Headliner Dr. Jesse McGuire is an Emmy award winning…

$10

Michael Kocour with Dee Alexander & Friends

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Michael Kocour & Friends A concert starring jazz pianist-composer Michael Kocour alone would be an outstanding entertainment value.  But embellish it with Chicago-based jazz vocalist Dee…

$50

Michael Kocour with Dee Alexander & Friends

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Michael Kocour & Friends A concert starring jazz pianist-composer Michael Kocour alone would be an outstanding entertainment value.  But embellish it with Chicago-based jazz vocalist Dee…

$50

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dominic Amato & Friends All Star Jam

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

Friday, March 24th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Dominic Amato & Friends All Star Jam. Featured artists include Dominic Amato–Saxophone & EWI, Mark Lettieri-Guitar, Kirk Covington-Drums, Adam Nitti-Bass, Quinn Johnson-Piano/Keyboard. This will be an…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dominic Amato & Friends All Star Jam

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

Friday, March 24th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Dominic Amato & Friends All Star Jam. Featured artists include Dominic Amato–Saxophone & EWI, Mark Lettieri-Guitar, Kirk Covington-Drums, Adam Nitti-Bass, Quinn Johnson-Piano/Keyboard. This will be an…

$10

Dominic Amato & Friends

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

SPECIAL ENGAGEMENT - Dominic Amato & Friends A Special Tribute to Jazz Pioneers Chick Corea, Joe Zawinul, Allan Holdsworth, George Duke and Joe Sample. Featuring Dominic Amato (Sister Sledge Musical…

$45

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: ZAZU West

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

Friday, March 31st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes ZAZU West. Featured artists include Mike Fowler–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…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: ZAZU West

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

Friday, March 31st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes ZAZU West. Featured artists include Mike Fowler–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…

$10

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…

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=passion 

PASSION: A Good Friday Experience (4 PM)

Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

PASSION: A Good Friday Experience (4:00 PM) ***PLEASE NOTE*** Due to the overwhelming response to this performance, attendees that do not have a reserved ticket will be seated in our overflow areas that include the MultiPurpose Room or Jazzbird.  Seating in Ravenscroft Hall is designated for patrons who have obtained reserved general admission tickets in…

Free