Jazzbird Nights: GEORGE
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesSaturday, April 20th, from 7:30-8:30pm, Jazzbird welcomes GEORGE for a SPECIAL and unique Saturday evening event! Featured artists include Anna WebberâTenor Saxophone & Flute, Chiquita MagicâKeyboards & Vocals, Sarah Rossyâ Keyboards & Vocals,…
Jazzbird Nights: West by Northwest
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesFriday, April 26th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes West by Northwest. Featured artists include Tom WakelingâBass, Angelo Versaceâ Piano, Jason Carderâ Trumpet, and Dom Moioâ Drums. West by Northwest brings together four highly acclaimed…
Mark Guiliana
Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZEuekbAjzg RAVENSCROFT CONCERT SERIES - Mark Guiliana Hailed by The New York Times as "a drummer around whom a cult of admiration has formed." Grammy-nominated superstar drummer & composer Mark…
JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: RUSSELL SCHMIDT QUARTET
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesThe Russell Schmidt Quartet returns to the Jazzbird stage to perform a wide-ranging program featuring jazz classics, songbook standards, and original compositions at Jazz for the Soul on Sunday, April…
Jazzbird Nights: VJC SENIOR SHOWCASE FEATURING JOHN WOJCIECHOWSKI (BENEFIT FOR HART PANTRY)
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesFriday, May 3rd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes MSWâs Valley Jazz Cooperative alongside guest artist John Wojciechowski (Benefit for HART Pantry). Featured artists (first set) include: VJCÂ Senior Showcase Outstanding seniors from MSWâs Valley Jazz Cooperative program perform combo jazz alongside guest artist John Wojciechowski and leading area jazz musicians. Featured artists (second set) include: John Wojciechowski…
VJC SPOTLIGHT CONCERT FEATURING JOHN WOJCIECHOWSKI (BENEFIT FOR HART PANTRY)
Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesVJC Spotlight Concert Featuring John Wojciechowski (Benefit for HART Pantry) The ensembles of the Valley Jazz Cooperative educational program will share the stage for the final time this season, joined by guest saxophonist John Wojciechowski. The Sapphire Ensemble (led by Paul Brewer) and the Cerulean and Indigo Big Bands (directed by Russell Schmidt) will play a wide-ranging…
Jazzbird Nights: Rob Moore & Friends
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesFriday, May 10th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Rob Moore & Friends. Featured artists include Rob Mooreâ Drums, Ioannis Goudelisâ Piano/Keys, Max Beckmanâ Bass, and Liam Connorâ Trumpet. Get ready to swing and…
Dennis Rowland with the New Guard Big Band
Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nysk8VXPmo RAVENSCROFT CONCERT SERIES - Dennis Rowland with the New Guard Big Band *SOLD OUT* Dennis Rowland is beloved by jazz devotees and theatergoers around the globe. The Detroit native…
Jazzbird Nights: Bijan Taghavi Trio ft. Luther Hughes & Dom Moio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesFriday, May 17th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Bijan Taghavi Trio Featuring Luther Hughes & Dom Moio. Featured artists include Bijan Taghaviâ Piano, Luther Hughesâ Bass, and Dom Moioâ Drums. Bijan Taghavi is…
CHAMBER @ RAVENSCROFT: Celebration
Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesThe second season of Chamber @ Ravenscroft concludes with a rousing Celebration. The concert features an international roster of collaborative artists in a varied program highlighted by Antonin DvoĆĂĄkâs Piano…
Jazzbird Nights: Arsen Nalbandian Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesFriday, May 24th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Arsen Nalbandian Trio for their album release concert! Featured artists include Arsen Nalbandianâ Piano, Kenji Wagnerâ Bass, and Micah Mirandaâ Drums. The Arsen Nalbandian Trio…
JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: WE3 & SHEILA EARLEY
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesJazz for the Soul welcomes We3 & Sheila Earley on Sunday, May 26th at 6pm. These ladies are a powerhouse of talents combined, featuring vocalist Renee Grant Patrick, violinist Suzanne Lansford,…
Jazzbird Nights: RaĂșl Yañez and Zona Libre
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesFriday, May 31st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes RaĂșl Yañez and Zona Libre. Featured artists include RaĂșl Yañezâ Piano, Xavier Yañezâ Bass, Tony Valenzuelaâ Congas, and Adam Clarkâ Drums. Join us for a wonderful evening with RaĂșl Yañez and Zona Libre, a dynamic ensemble led by the talented pianist and educator RaĂșl Yañez. Born and raised in Silver City, New…
Jazzbird Nights: Or Bareket Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesSaturday, June 1st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Or Bareket Quartet. Featured artists include Or Bareketâ Bass, Godwin Louisâ Saxophone, Jeremy Correnâ Piano, and Savannah Harrisâ Drums. Born in Jerusalem to parents of Moroccan, Iraqi, Argentinian, and Eastern European descent, raised between Buenos-Aires and Tel-Aviv, and based out of Brooklyn since 2011, Or Bareket is one of the…
Jazzbird Nights: Natalie Gallatin Quintet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesFriday, June 7th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Natalie Gallatin Quintet. Featured artists include Natalie Gallatinâ Saxophone, Arsen Nalbandianâ Piano, Ray Lebertâ Guitar, Ben Hedquistâ Bass, and Lewis Nashâ Drums. Natalie is a saxophonist, composer, bandleader, educator, recording artist, and activist based in Phoenix, Arizona. She is a 21st century torch-bearer for the performance, education, and re-evaluation of…
Jazzbird Nights: Rosetta Verde Flamenco Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesFriday, June 14th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Rosetta Verde Flamenco Trio feat. Shea Marshall and Martin Gaxiola. Featured artists include Emerson Laffeyâ Drums/Cajon, Kris Hillâ Guitar, Adrian Goldenthalâ Bass, Shea Marshallâ Piano/Sax/Harmonica/Clarinet/Accordian/Flute, and Martin Gaxiolaâ Dancer. Rosetta Verde met years ago in Jazz ensemble at ASU. They formed a funk/fusion band that they dubbed Green Rosetta. Later, members…
Jazzbird Nights: Roots of Unity
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesFriday, June 21st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Roots of Unity. Featured artists include Alex Yuwenâ Piano, Kenji Wagnerâ Guitar, Max Beckmanâ Bass, Mahesh Subramanianâ Mridangam and Jordan Tompkinsâ Drums. Congratulations to Ahmad Jamal, Igor Stravinsky, and T. R. Mahalingam on the birth of their beautiful newborn baby: Roots of Unity.  The godfather?  Composer Alex Yuwen. In mathematics,…
JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: Francine Reed
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesJoin us for the Jazz for the Soul Season Finale on Sunday, June 23rd @ 6:00 PM as we welcome Francine Reed! *UPDATE: DOORS OPEN AT 4:45PM FOR THIS EVENT* *This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC* (Seating will be first come, first served with overflow seating options) *There is NO CATERING service…
Jazzbird Nights: Tjader Project
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesFriday, June 28th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Tjader Project for the very LAST Jazzbird Nights Performance of our 2023-24 season! Featured artists include Joe Garciaâ Percussion, Brett Reedâ Vibraphone, Scott Zimmerâ Saxophone/Flute, Ted…
VJC Alumni Band
Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesValley Jazz Cooperative Alumni Band An annual highlight of the Valley Jazz Cooperative program, the VJC Alumni Band returns to the Ravenscroft Hall stage on Saturday, June 29th at 7pm! The jazz ensemble, under the direction of Russell Schmidt, features talented young musicians who were previously members of the VJC during their high school years.…
Jazzbird Nights: Mercer Patterson Quintet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72SU6e2m_co&t=1s Friday, September 6th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird kicks off our 2024-25 season as we welcome the Mercer Patterson Quintet! Featured artists include Mercer Pattersonâ Piano, Connor Hoytâ Saxophone, Ryan Venoraâ Trumpet, Jack Nissenâ…
Jazzbird Nights: Todd Johnson Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://vimeo.com/1006761528?share=copy#t=0 Friday, September 13th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Todd Johnson Quartet! Featured artists include Todd Johnsonâ Bass, Nicole Pesceâ Piano, Andrew Grossâ Saxophone, and Robby Carrilloâ Drums. Join Todd Johnson and…
Jazzbird Nights: Kevin Sun Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1gBgLaILp8 Friday, September 20th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Kevin Sun Trio! Featured artists include Kevin Sunâ Saxophone, Walter Stinsonâ Bass, and Kayvon Gordonâ Drums. Kevin Sun is a saxophonist and composer living in…
Jazzbird Nights SATURDAY: Simon Moullier Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHLFMkIokio Saturday, September 21st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Simon Moullier Quartet! Featured artists include Simon Moullierâ Vibraphone, Lex Kortenâ Piano, Corcoran Holtâ Bass, and JK Kimâ Drums. Join us for a…
JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: Beth Lederman Jazz Con Alma
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesJoin us for the Jazz for the Soul Season Opener featuring JAZZ con ALMA with Beth Lederman on piano, Frank Valdes on percussion, John Murray on bass, Todd Chuba on…
Jazzbird Nights: Ember
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlDpbt2tjiQ&t=3s Friday, September 27th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Ember! Featured artists include Noah Garabedianâ Acoustic Bass/Synthesizer, Caleb Wheeler Curtisâ Stritch, Trumpet, Sopranino, and Vincent Sperrazzaâ Drums. The Brooklyn, NY based collaborative trio…
RAVENSCROFT CONCERT SERIES: Tarbaby with Orrin Evans, Eric Revis & Nasheet Waits
Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6ofhtWaLY0 RAVENSCROFT CONCERT SERIES - Tarbaby with Orrin Evans, Eric Revis & Nasheet Waits âI like to make things happen... I like to connect the dots, get a bunch of…
Jazzbird Nights: Matt Wigler Band
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=u7euLr5Ny7Y Friday, October 4th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Matt Wigler Band! Featured artists include Matt Wiglerâ Vocals/Piano, Ted Sistrunkâ Bass, and Dom Moioâ Drums. Matt Wigler Band plays an entertaining repertoire…
Jazzbird Nights: Michael Ragonese Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjjMkiQQgUY&t=2s Friday, October 11th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Michael Ragonese Trio! Featured artists include Michael Ragoneseâ Piano, Anthony Fungâ Drums, and Luca Alemannoâ Bass. Join award-winning pianist Michael Ragonese and his…
Jazzbird Nights SATURDAY: Elsa Nilsson – Band Of Pulses
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_7RXmm9C7w&t=1s Saturday, October 12th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Elsa Nilsson - Band Of Pulses! Featured artists include Elsa Nilssonâ Flute & FX, Santiago Leibsonâ Piano, Marty Kenneyâ Bass, and Rodrigo Recabarrenâ Drums.…
Jazzbird Nights: Emiliano Lasansky Quartet
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDwxVaG94A8 Friday, October 18th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Emiliano Lasansky Quartet! Featured artists include Emiliano Lasanskyâ Bass, Javier Santiagoâ Piano, Devin Danielsâ Alto Saxophone, and Benjamin Ringâ Drums. Prepare to be captivated…
JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: Forward Momentum
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesJoin us at Jazzbird for ForwardMomentum â that hard-swinginâ and soulful quartet your cardiologist warned you about. ForwardMomentum features drummer/bandleader Ted Bouras, Dave Henning/keys, Damian Hagge/tenor sax, and Ted Sistrunk/bass. Music on a…
Jazzbird Nights: Margherita Fava Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://vimeo.com/1010339161?share=copy#t=0 Friday, October 25th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the Margherita Fava Trio! Featured artists include Margherita Favaâ Piano, Rob Lintonâ Bass, and Griffin Photoglouâ Drums. Margherita Favaâs musical odyssey spans continents and…
Canceled Cyrille Aimée
Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesRAVENSCROFT CONCERT SERIES - Cyrille AimĂ©e **SPECIAL NOTICE** The performance on SAT, October 26th has been cancelled due to health reasons. At this time ticket sales are closed.  The Ravenscroft…
We3 Featuring O.M.G. Benefit Concert
Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://vimeo.com/1019971100?share=copy Music on a Mission is pleased to present WE3 & O.M.G. (Our Musical Genre)Â for this one show-only special event concert to benefit Deep Within Rehab of AZ. We3 is a powerhouse of talents featuring pianist Nicole Pesce, violinist Suzanne Lansford, and vocalist Renee Grant Patrick. Flanked by Grammy-winning bassist Mel Brown and internationally acclaimed…
Jazzbird Nights: Lewis Nash Gen-3 Trio
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://vimeo.com/1013334356?share=copy Friday, November 1st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Lewis Nash Gen-3 Trio! Featured artists include Lewis Nashâ Drums, Charles Lewisâ Piano, and Corcoran Holtâ Bass. Renowned drummer Lewis Nash, known for his…
Jazzbird Nights: Nick Manson – “Reflections On Bill Evans”
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKOleEKVu1o Friday, November 8th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes Nick Manson - "Reflections On Bill Evans"! Featured artists include Nick Mansonâ Piano, Chris Finetâ Bass, and Rob Mooreâ Drums. "This is 21st-century jazz,…
Jazzbird Nights: DARUMA
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oReG7aXXxes Friday, November 15th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes DARUMA! Featured artists include Shane Dahlerâ Drums, Yafeu Tyhimbaâ Bass, Gabriel Mininbergâ Saxophone, Zach Richâ Trombone, and Maximillian Mooreâ Piano/Keys. DARUMA is a fresh…
CHAMBER @ RAVENSCROFT: Immersion
Ravenscroft Hall 8445 E Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesCHAMBER @ RAVENSCROFT: IMMERSION Experience chamber music like never before! This seasonâs Chamber @ Ravenscroft series opens with a groundbreaking concert where great classical selections meet mesmerizing, immersive visuals. Join us in…
Jazzbird Nights: NOLAZ Band
Jazzbird 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ, United Stateshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysbZ76WYGlg&t=2s Friday, November 22nd, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird welcomes the NOLAZ Band! Featured artists include Ted Belledinâ Keys/Saxophone/Vocals, Janet Danielâ Drums, Steve Himmelsteinâ Guitar/Vocals, Anthony Reedâ Trombone, Simone Sanchezâ Lead Vocals, and Sam…