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JAZZBIRD NIGHTS – NEW CHANGES

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

Jazzbird Nights are gearing up for another line up of incredible shows and artists for the 2022-23 season! A couple changes to note as you make plans to join us…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS – NEW CHANGES

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

Jazzbird Nights are gearing up for another line up of incredible shows and artists for the 2022-23 season! A couple changes to note as you make plans to join us…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: We3 & Friends

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

Jazzbird Nights kicks off its second season with Nicole Pesce and Renee Patrick! Friday, September 2nd, at 7:00 pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes We3 + Friends. Featured artists include: Nicole Pesce-Piano, Renee Grant Patrick-Vocals, Suzanne Landsford-Violin & Vocals, Mel Brown-Bass, Sheila Earley-Drums. Headliner Nicole Pesce is a robust pianist, composer, and arranger. Hailed as "one of…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: We3 & Friends

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

Jazzbird Nights kicks off its second season with Nicole Pesce and Renee Patrick! Friday, September 2nd, at 7:00 pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes We3 + Friends. Featured artists include: Nicole Pesce-Piano, Renee Grant Patrick-Vocals, Suzanne Landsford-Violin & Vocals, Mel Brown-Bass, Sheila Earley-Drums. Headliner Nicole Pesce is a robust pianist, composer, and arranger. Hailed as "one of…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Benjamin Cortez Quartet

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

Friday, September 9th, the Jazzbird stage will showcase the Benjamin Cortez Quartet for this very special performance that you wonā€™t want to miss. Featured artists include: Benjamin Cortez- Piano, Natalie Gallatin- Tenor Saxophone, Vincent Thiefain- Bass, Jacob Eary- Drums. Headliner Ben Cortez delivers a great show! As a multi-instrumental musician, he breathes fresh life into…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Benjamin Cortez Quartet

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

Friday, September 9th, the Jazzbird stage will showcase the Benjamin Cortez Quartet for this very special performance that you wonā€™t want to miss. Featured artists include: Benjamin Cortez- Piano, Natalie Gallatin- Tenor Saxophone, Vincent Thiefain- Bass, Jacob Eary- Drums. Headliner Ben Cortez delivers a great show! As a multi-instrumental musician, he breathes fresh life into…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dan Delaney Quartet

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

On Friday, September 16th, at 7:00 PM Jazzbird welcomes the Dan Delaney Quartet for their first performance at Ravenscroft. Joining Dan are his talented friends John Lewis-Drums and Chris Stewart-Alto Saxophone, Ted Sistrunk-Bass. Originally from Boston, now residing in Cave Creek, AZ, Dan is a highly regarded pianist, entrepreneur, author, artist forĀ Earthworks Professional MicrophoneĀ SystemsĀ and dedicated…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Dan Delaney Quartet

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

On Friday, September 16th, at 7:00 PM Jazzbird welcomes the Dan Delaney Quartet for their first performance at Ravenscroft. Joining Dan are his talented friends John Lewis-Drums and Chris Stewart-Alto Saxophone, Ted Sistrunk-Bass. Originally from Boston, now residing in Cave Creek, AZ, Dan is a highly regarded pianist, entrepreneur, author, artist forĀ Earthworks Professional MicrophoneĀ SystemsĀ and dedicated…

$10

Lewis Nash and Friends

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

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Lewis Nash & Friends The Valleyā€™s own Lewis Nash is recognized universally among the great drummers in jazz history. Nash, whose career spans more than four…

$70

Lewis Nash and Friends

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

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Lewis Nash & Friends The Valleyā€™s own Lewis Nash is recognized universally among the great drummers in jazz history. Nash, whose career spans more than four…

$70

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Second Life Trio with Alex Goodman, featuring Lucas Pino

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

Friday, September 23rd, at 7:00 pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Second Life Trio with Lucas Pino. Featured artists include: Alex Goodman-Guitar, Lucas Pino-Saxophone, Manuel Valera-Piano, and Jimmy MacBride-Drums. Headliner artist Alex Goodman is a native of Toronto, Canada and is hailed among the most promising talents of his jazz generation. Since moving to New York in…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Second Life Trio with Alex Goodman, featuring Lucas Pino

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

Friday, September 23rd, at 7:00 pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Second Life Trio with Lucas Pino. Featured artists include: Alex Goodman-Guitar, Lucas Pino-Saxophone, Manuel Valera-Piano, and Jimmy MacBride-Drums. Headliner artist Alex Goodman is a native of Toronto, Canada and is hailed among the most promising talents of his jazz generation. Since moving to New York in…

$10

JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: Beth Lederman & Jazz Con Alma

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

Sunday, September 25th, Jazz for the Soul Season Opener @ Jazzbird. LATIN JAZZ with Beth Lederman-piano, and features percussionist Frank Valdes, Mario Mendivil-bass, Emerson Laffey-drums, and Adam Roberts-tenor sax! Beth LedermanĀ is well-known for her sophisticated jazz and rhythmic Brazilian and Latin-jazz piano styles, not only in the Phoenix area, but throughout the Western U.S. from…

JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: Beth Lederman & Jazz Con Alma

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

Sunday, September 25th, Jazz for the Soul Season Opener @ Jazzbird. LATIN JAZZ with Beth Lederman-piano, and features percussionist Frank Valdes, Mario Mendivil-bass, Emerson Laffey-drums, and Adam Roberts-tenor sax! Beth LedermanĀ is well-known for her sophisticated jazz and rhythmic Brazilian and Latin-jazz piano styles, not only in the Phoenix area, but throughout the Western U.S. from…

Free

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Nuance Jazz, featuring Jackie Lopez

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

Friday, September 30th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Nuance Jazz featuring artists Jackie Lopez-Vocals, Devon Bridgewater-Violin & Trumpet, Dan Sieckman-Guitar, Selwyn Reams-Bass, Emerson Laffey-Drums. Headliner Jackie Lopez captivates her audience with her soulful and sultry voice. As a strong, talented vintage jazz singer, she provides a performance full of old Hollywood sparkle and glam. Gear…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Nuance Jazz, featuring Jackie Lopez

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

Friday, September 30th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Nuance Jazz featuring artists Jackie Lopez-Vocals, Devon Bridgewater-Violin & Trumpet, Dan Sieckman-Guitar, Selwyn Reams-Bass, Emerson Laffey-Drums. Headliner Jackie Lopez captivates her audience with her soulful and sultry voice. As a strong, talented vintage jazz singer, she provides a performance full of old Hollywood sparkle and glam. Gear…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Jazz Piano Celebration, featuring George W. Russell, Jr. and Miki Yamanaka

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

As part of a weekend-long celebration of all things jazz piano, Ravenscroft is delighted to present trio sets by two of the esteemedĀ adjudicators for the 2022 Bob Ravenscroft International Jazz Piano Competition: George W. Russell, Jr. and Miki Yamanaka. The opening set (7:00 p.m.) features George W. Russell, Jr. at the piano, supported by bassist…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Jazz Piano Celebration, featuring George W. Russell, Jr. and Miki Yamanaka

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

As part of a weekend-long celebration of all things jazz piano, Ravenscroft is delighted to present trio sets by two of the esteemedĀ adjudicators for the 2022 Bob Ravenscroft International Jazz Piano Competition: George W. Russell, Jr. and Miki Yamanaka. The opening set (7:00 p.m.) features George W. Russell, Jr. at the piano, supported by bassist…

$10

Bob Ravenscroft International Jazz Piano Competition – Finals

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

2022 Bob Ravenscroft International Jazz Piano Competition The Finals of the inaugural Bob Ravenscroft International Jazz Piano Competition will be held on Saturday, October 8th. After a Preliminary round that featured video submissions from all over the world, these six outstanding artists have been invited to Scottsdale to perform solo piano selections in Ravenscroft Hall…

$10.00

Bob Ravenscroft International Jazz Piano Competition – Finals

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

2022 Bob Ravenscroft International Jazz Piano Competition The Finals of the inaugural Bob Ravenscroft International Jazz Piano Competition will be held on Saturday, October 8th. After a Preliminary round that featured video submissions from all over the world, these six outstanding artists have been invited to Scottsdale to perform solo piano selections in Ravenscroft Hall…

$10.00

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Bob Ravenscroft Trio

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

Friday, October 14th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge is graced with the presence of one of our own, Bob Ravenscroft.Ā  Featured artists including Rob Moore-Drums, Max Beckman-Bass.Ā  It is always a special treat to hear Bob Ravenscroft play, especially in the beautiful Ravenscroft facility which he envisioned years ago and which opened in October 2021.Ā  We…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Bob Ravenscroft Trio

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

Friday, October 14th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge is graced with the presence of one of our own, Bob Ravenscroft.Ā  Featured artists including Rob Moore-Drums, Max Beckman-Bass.Ā  It is always a special treat to hear Bob Ravenscroft play, especially in the beautiful Ravenscroft facility which he envisioned years ago and which opened in October 2021.Ā  We…

$10

Soul Rest

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

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

Soul Rest

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

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

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Mary Petrich & Phoenix Women Jazz Collective

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

Friday, October 21st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Phoenix Women Jazz Collective. Featuring artists Mary Petrich-Saxophones, Claudia Bloom-Piano, Holy Channell-Drums, Bailey Zick-Bass.Ā  Headliner Mary Petrich is a saxophonist and educator who has an abiding love for freestyle improvisation. Her desire to push the boundaries has led to several projects and collaborations. When sheā€™s not on…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Mary Petrich & Phoenix Women Jazz Collective

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

Friday, October 21st, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Phoenix Women Jazz Collective. Featuring artists Mary Petrich-Saxophones, Claudia Bloom-Piano, Holy Channell-Drums, Bailey Zick-Bass.Ā  Headliner Mary Petrich is a saxophonist and educator who has an abiding love for freestyle improvisation. Her desire to push the boundaries has led to several projects and collaborations. When sheā€™s not on…

$10

Alicia Olatuja

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

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Alicia Olatuja With her exquisite vocals, artistic versatility and captivating demeanor, Alicia Olatuja has astounded audiences for more than a decade. She burst onto the national scene in 2013 as the featured soloist with the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir at President Barack Obamaā€™s second inauguration. While growing up in St. Louis, she…

$70

Alicia Olatuja

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

RAVENSCROFT JAZZ SERIES - Alicia Olatuja With her exquisite vocals, artistic versatility and captivating demeanor, Alicia Olatuja has astounded audiences for more than a decade. She burst onto the national scene in 2013 as the featured soloist with the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir at President Barack Obamaā€™s second inauguration. While growing up in St. Louis, she…

$70

JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: Pete Pancrazi Quartet

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

Local favoriteĀ Pete Pancrazi Ā and his quartet perform an energetic mix of American Songbook, jazz arrangements of pop tunes, and original songs. This group features jazz guitarist Pete Pancrazi,Ā Claudia Bloom-piano, bassistĀ Todd JohnsonĀ and drummerĀ Todd Chuba. Visit petepancrazi.comĀ (for bio and more info) Pete PancraziĀ has been "one to watch" in the Phoenix Ā area since taking up residence here in…

JAZZ FOR THE SOUL: Pete Pancrazi Quartet

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

Local favoriteĀ Pete Pancrazi Ā and his quartet perform an energetic mix of American Songbook, jazz arrangements of pop tunes, and original songs. This group features jazz guitarist Pete Pancrazi,Ā Claudia Bloom-piano, bassistĀ Todd JohnsonĀ and drummerĀ Todd Chuba. Visit petepancrazi.comĀ (for bio and more info) Pete PancraziĀ has been "one to watch" in the Phoenix Ā area since taking up residence here in…

Free

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: RaĆŗl YƔƱez & Zona Libre

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

Friday, October 28th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes RaĆŗl YƔƱez & Zona Libre to the stage for the first time in Ravenscroft.Ā  Zona Libre features RaĆŗl YƔƱez-Piano, Keys & Vocal, Xavier YƔƱez-Bass & Vocals, Adam Clark-Drums, Tony Valenzuela-Congas. Join us for a lively evening of Latin Jazz and Salsa, blended with Mambo, Descarga, Cha Cha,…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: RaĆŗl YƔƱez & Zona Libre

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

Friday, October 28th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes RaĆŗl YƔƱez & Zona Libre to the stage for the first time in Ravenscroft.Ā  Zona Libre features RaĆŗl YƔƱez-Piano, Keys & Vocal, Xavier YƔƱez-Bass & Vocals, Adam Clark-Drums, Tony Valenzuela-Congas. Join us for a lively evening of Latin Jazz and Salsa, blended with Mambo, Descarga, Cha Cha,…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Alice Tatum

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

Friday, November 4th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Alice Tatum on vocals,Ā Dave Baradic on Piano, Jon Murray on Bass, and Todd Chuba on Drums. Alice Tatum is an award winning and critically acclaimed singer who has been a fixture on the Phoenix music scene for more than 30 years. She is an accomplished jazz vocalist,…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Alice Tatum

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

Friday, November 4th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Alice Tatum on vocals,Ā Dave Baradic on Piano, Jon Murray on Bass, and Todd Chuba on Drums. Alice Tatum is an award winning and critically acclaimed singer who has been a fixture on the Phoenix music scene for more than 30 years. She is an accomplished jazz vocalist,…

$10

CHAMBER @ RAVENSCROFT: Trio Zimbalist – Curtis On Tour

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

The new Chamber @ Ravenscroft series launches with Trio Zimbalist, part of the Curtis on Tour program. The program features two major works from the piano trio repertoire, including Beethovenā€™s acclaimed ā€œArchdukeā€ trio. Trio Zimbalist-featuring Josef Å paček, violin Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin, cello George Xiaoyuan Fu, piano Program Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 32,…

$30

CHAMBER @ RAVENSCROFT: Trio Zimbalist – Curtis On Tour

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

The new Chamber @ Ravenscroft series launches with Trio Zimbalist, part of the Curtis on Tour program. The program features two major works from the piano trio repertoire, including Beethovenā€™s acclaimed ā€œArchdukeā€ trio. Trio Zimbalist-featuring Josef Å paček, violin Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin, cello George Xiaoyuan Fu, piano Program Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 32,…

$30

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Chris Ross Quartet

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

Friday, November 11th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Chris Ross on Bass, Dave Henning on Piano, Adam Roberts on Alto & Tenor Sax, and Ryan Anthony on Drums. Headliner Chris Ross finds his greatest satisfaction and passion within teaching and performing jazz. Bringing his training in Orff-Schulwerk, Jazz and Classical compositions with him, Chris is…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Chris Ross Quartet

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

Friday, November 11th, at 7:00pm, Jazzbird lounge welcomes Chris Ross on Bass, Dave Henning on Piano, Adam Roberts on Alto & Tenor Sax, and Ryan Anthony on Drums. Headliner Chris Ross finds his greatest satisfaction and passion within teaching and performing jazz. Bringing his training in Orff-Schulwerk, Jazz and Classical compositions with him, Chris is…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Benjamin Cortez Quartet

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

Friday, November 18th, the Jazzbird stage will once again showcase the Benjamin Cortez Quartet for this very special performance that you wonā€™t want to miss. Featured artists include: Benjamin Cortez- Piano, Natalie Gallatin- Tenor Saxophone, Ā Jacob Eary- Drums. Headliner Ben Cortez delivers a great show! As a multi-instrumental musician, he breathes fresh life into the…

$10

JAZZBIRD NIGHTS: Benjamin Cortez Quartet

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

Friday, November 18th, the Jazzbird stage will once again showcase the Benjamin Cortez Quartet for this very special performance that you wonā€™t want to miss. Featured artists include: Benjamin Cortez- Piano, Natalie Gallatin- Tenor Saxophone, Ā Jacob Eary- Drums. Headliner Ben Cortez delivers a great show! As a multi-instrumental musician, he breathes fresh life into the…

$10