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CHAMBER @ RAVENSCROFT: Elevate

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

Elevate featuring Carolyn Huebl, violin Katie McLin, violin Nancy Buck, viola David Bjella, cello Andrew Campbell, piano Program Elevate, Karalyn Schubring Piano Quartet No. 1 in C minor, Op. 15, Gabriel FaurĂ© ——— I Have a Dream, Herbie Hancock (arr. Russell Schmidt) Piano Quintet in F minor, Op. 34, Johannes Brahms The 2022/23 Chamber @…

$30

CHAMBER @ RAVENSCROFT: Elevate

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

Elevate featuring Carolyn Huebl, violin Katie McLin, violin Nancy Buck, viola David Bjella, cello Andrew Campbell, piano Program Elevate, Karalyn Schubring Piano Quartet No. 1 in C minor, Op. 15, Gabriel FaurĂ© ——— I Have a Dream, Herbie Hancock (arr. Russell Schmidt) Piano Quintet in F minor, Op. 34, Johannes Brahms The 2022/23 Chamber @…

$30

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Rachel Eckroth

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

Friday, January 20th, at 7:00pm, the Jazzbird stage welcomes Rachel Eckroth, a world-class pianist, vocalist, keyboardist, composer, producer, arranger, band leader and more.  Joining Rachel for this one-of-a-kind show will…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Rachel Eckroth

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

Friday, January 20th, at 7:00pm, the Jazzbird stage welcomes Rachel Eckroth, a world-class pianist, vocalist, keyboardist, composer, producer, arranger, band leader and more.  Joining Rachel for this one-of-a-kind show will…

$10

Samara Joy – Early Show (Just Added!)

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

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Samara Joy With a voice as smooth as velvet, Samara Joy’s star seems to rise with each performance and we are delighted to present Joy to open the new year in the Ravenscroft Jazz Series. Growing up in New York, her home was filled with the sounds of not only her…

$65

Samara Joy – Early Show (Just Added!)

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

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Samara Joy With a voice as smooth as velvet, Samara Joy’s star seems to rise with each performance and we are delighted to present Joy to open the new year in the Ravenscroft Jazz Series. Growing up in New York, her home was filled with the sounds of not only her…

$65

Samara Joy

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

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Samara Joy *** THE 7:30 PM SHOW IS SOLD OUT *** Click HERE for the 4:00 PM show. With a voice as smooth as velvet, Samara Joy’s star seems to rise with each performance and we are delighted to present Joy to open the new year in the Ravenscroft Jazz Series.…

$65

Samara Joy

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

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Samara Joy *** THE 7:30 PM SHOW IS SOLD OUT *** Click HERE for the 4:00 PM show. With a voice as smooth as velvet, Samara Joy’s star seems to rise with each performance and we are delighted to present Joy to open the new year in the Ravenscroft Jazz Series.…

$65

JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: Jerry Donato and Nicole Pesce & Friends

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

We continue the New Year Celebrations with the always sparkling and spontaneous Jerry Donato and Nicole Pesce show! Join us at JAZZ for the SOUL on the JAZZBIRD stage for the spectacular  talents and antics of sax-man Jerry Donato, the surprising and always  energetic Nicole Pesce on piano, Valley favorite rhythm aces, bassist Jon Murray…

JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: Jerry Donato and Nicole Pesce & Friends

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

We continue the New Year Celebrations with the always sparkling and spontaneous Jerry Donato and Nicole Pesce show! Join us at JAZZ for the SOUL on the JAZZBIRD stage for the spectacular  talents and antics of sax-man Jerry Donato, the surprising and always  energetic Nicole Pesce on piano, Valley favorite rhythm aces, bassist Jon Murray…

Free

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…

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…

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 of Hoagy Carmichael, Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, Richard Rodgers and Duke Ellington. Charlap’s collaboration with Tony Bennett on The Silver Lining:…

$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 of Hoagy Carmichael, Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, Richard Rodgers and Duke Ellington. Charlap’s collaboration with Tony Bennett on The Silver Lining:…

$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  BonfĂĄ, 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  BonfĂĄ, 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 Schmidt-piano, Vincent Thiefain-bass, and Ryan Anthony-drums. Paul Brewer Paul enjoys playing all saxophones in all styles and has become one of the most in-demand freelance saxophonists…

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 Schmidt-piano, Vincent Thiefain-bass, and Ryan Anthony-drums. Paul Brewer Paul enjoys playing all saxophones in all styles and has become one of the most in-demand freelance saxophonists…

Free

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, Maurice Ravel O sleep, why dost thou leave me?, George Frederic Handel How Insensitive, Antonio Carlos Jobim Limehouse Blues, Douglas Furber & Philip Braham My…

$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, Maurice Ravel O sleep, why dost thou leave me?, George Frederic Handel How Insensitive, Antonio Carlos Jobim Limehouse Blues, Douglas Furber & Philip Braham My…

$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…

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…

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