WHAT TO EXPECT SANTA’S GOT A BRAND NEW BAG, A Jazz Celebration of Christmas Classics “Matheny’s warm tone, playful nature and lyrical sensibilities and an extra dimension to this collection of holiday tunes.” —Monterey Herald “An all-star jazz band featuring some of the most accomplished musicians in the western United States” (All About Jazz), the…
**4 PM SHOW** “Recognized by the Arizona Republic as one of the ‘top ten musicians to hear in Phoenix,’ Nicole has performed for Muhammad Ali, Ricky Martin, George Benson, Waylon Jennings, Shaquille O’Neal, Jimmy Carter, The Gypsy Kings, and Brian Setzer.” — The Bash Artist Biography (thebash.com) Celebrate the joy of the season with A…
**7 PM SHOW** “Recognized by the Arizona Republic as one of the ‘top ten musicians to hear in Phoenix,’ Nicole has performed for Muhammad Ali, Ricky Martin, George Benson, Waylon Jennings, Shaquille O’Neal, Jimmy Carter, The Gypsy Kings, and Brian Setzer.” — The Bash Artist Biography (thebash.com) Celebrate the joy of the season with A…
WHAT TO EXPECT Enjoy an exciting evening of contemporary jazz with pianist Paul Cornish, whose inventive style blends jazz tradition with influences from hip-hop, gospel, and modern improvisational jazz. Through expressive ensemble interplay, layered harmonies, and dynamic shifts in rhythm and mood, Cornish consistently delivers an emotionally powerful and creatively unpredictable performance, capturing the forward-thinking…
“The Valley Jazz Cooperative Alumni Band brings together generations of outstanding musicians to celebrate the enduring spirit and tradition of jazz performance and education.” — Valley Jazz Cooperative (valleyjazz.org) Celebrate the season with the Valley Jazz Cooperative Alumni Band Christmas Concert — a festive evening of big band jazz, holiday favorites, and world-class musicianship performed…