Jazz Notes Jan-Feb 2012

The newsletter of Jazz in AZ, a non-profit organization devoted to supporting the art of LIVE JAZZ and cultivating interest in jazz through youth education, scholarship opportunities and community outreach

JAZZ NOTES

Volume XXXIII Number 2 | January-February 2012

www.jazzinaz.org

More than 200 entries were submitted in our contest to name the new Lewis Nash Jazz in AZ Education and Performance Center in the Roosevelt Row district of downtown Phoenix. The Nash, submitted by Mary Ellen Simonson, was the unanimous choice of the judges! What

a strong iconic brand: like the Apollo, Roxy, Blue Note, Vanguard. The Nash, named in honor of world-renowned Phoenix-native drummer Lewis Nash, will soon be known throughout America as a hip education and performance venue. Coming to Phoenix on April 11 to inaugurate The Nash is the world's leading emissary for jazz: Wynton Marsalis—not a bad start! Performing with Wynton will be the Lewis Nash Trio! Details of the inaugural events, including an evening fundraiser concert at the MIM, will be announced sometime in January. You can stay posted at www.thenash.org or via link from www.jazzinaz.org.

The educational and performance programs at The

Nash are still in development. The vision includes classic jazz and new music; performance by student musicians, local pros and touring artists, jazz after hours; and educational programs ranging from one-on-one private lessons to combo labs, workshops, clinics and master classes,

guided listening, jazz in film, jazz camp and much more.

Above all, everything that happens at The Nash will embrace these core values: Inclusivity—the conviction that jazz is for everyone: children, adults, seniors and families; musicians and non-musicians, privileged and underserved; Diversity—a commitment to stylistically

diverse programs and culturally diverse artists and audiences; Unity—the full integration of educational and performance programs; Relevance—filling essential needs, seeking effective strategic partnerships, and not duplicating or competing with existing programs; and Excellence—developing and

maintaining the highest quality programs that are informative, interactive, fun, regularly evaluated and improved.

There will be many ways to participate in support of The Nash, ranging from memberships to naming gift opportunities. If you would like to know more about how you can have a major role in sustaining this noble venture, please contact me ([email protected] or 602-750-7045) and I will be glad to meet with you at your earliest convenience.

In the meantime, spread the word that The Nash is coming; and America's sixth largest city will have a center devoted exculsively to jazz education and performance.

Message from Joel R. Goldenthal, Executive Director

It's official: The Nash to open in early spring 2012

Lewis Nash

Wynton Marsalis

What's inside:

Dennis & Extreme DecibelBob Shimizu at Jan JiA PartyDivas at KerrJoe Bourne plays Feb JiA PartyJazz CalendarJazz Venues

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Architect's rendering of main hall at The Nash with The Fred Forney Quartet superimposed

JAZZ NOTES2 January - February 2012

Scottsdale League for the Arts

Special thanks to the following for their generous support:

Scottsdale Cultural Council

Arizona Commission on the Arts

Please visit our website: www.jazzinaz.org

The John Dawson Foundation

Herb and Lorene Ely

Special Thanks to JIA Business Members

ASU Kerr Cultural Center - 480-596-2660 - www.asukerr.comCall-Hold Marketing! - Bruce Collier - 214-515-7101 - www.call-hold.com

Custom Courts, Inc. - 602-741-8599 - www.customcourtsandtile.comExtreme Decibel Big Band - Clark Krueger - [email protected]

Matt Johnson - Sonoran Jazz Project.com

90th Floor Records - Jan Collier - 480-985-2894 - www.90thfloorrecords.comParadise Valley Jazz Party - Don Miller - www.paradisevalleyjazz.com

Prestige Cleaners - Don Frye - www.prestigecleaners.comQuick’s Music Store - www.quicksmusic.com

Scottsdale Center for the Arts - Eileen Wilson Scottsdale Skin & Cancer Center, Ltd. - Dr. Joseph Scherzer

Tempest Recording - Clarke Rigsby - www.tempestrecording.com

“From The Top” Artist Management Services - Carol Finney

McKay Conant Hoover Inc - McKay Conant - mchinc.com

San Tan News - Geoff Hancock - www.santansun.com

Zonal Music Group - Rick Wall - [email protected].

Message from the President…

Greetings and Happy New Year to everyone.

I'd like to comment on two hot topics. First, The Nash. What a cool name! Also, I can't thank the Jazz in AZ board enough for all the terrific ideas that are bubbling up in connection with our new education and performance center, scheduled to open in the spring.

One of the most vital components of The Nash is our educational activities. With the cooperation of many of local college faculty members, player-educators and the broad-based research efforts of our education chair, Dmitri Matheny, we are creating an exciting range of offerings at The Nash that will embrace the values of inclusivity, diversity, unity, relevance and excellence. Over time, these programs will include workshops, clinics, combo labs, master classes, private lessons, guided listening, jazz films with expert commentary, summer jazz camps and more. We also will continue “How Cool is Jazz?” as an outreach program of The Nash to introduce thousands off fourth-graders to jazz during each school year.

As a performance venue, The Nash will be a place for student musicians of all ages and abilities to showcase what they've learned and to improve their skills. I'm eagerly looking forward many afternoons and evenings of youth combos.

Of course, The Nash will also be a venue for classic-jazz and new-music performances by top local and touring artists, and maybe even a place for after-hours jam sessions. Stay tuned!

Secondly, with the recent pledge drive at KJZZ, I was reminded of something that happens frequently when listening to public radio. One night recently while driving, I heard Blaise Lantana play a track called “'Limes Away” that blew me away. This big band just tore it up with crisp, tight creative solos, great power and dynamics. “Who are these guys?” I asked myself. Turns out it's Mike Barone, who played trombone, composed and arranged for The Tonight Show Band for 23 years (years with Pete Christlieb, Snooky Young, Ross Tompkins...heavy jazz cats). This current band of Mike's is a collection of stellar Los Angeles movie and TV session players, career clinicians and touring pros.

My point is that I had never heard of Mike Barone or the guys in his band. Without KJZZ, without Blaise, I would have never been exposed to this great music. That's the power of public radio, enabling anyone with a radio to be exposed to new jazz music. I see that as public radio's real purpose. Combined with so many great local jazz musicians playing regularly in the valley, and venues like The Nash, KJZZ has the power to shape lives and broaden people's perspective on jazz music.

Jazz in AZ is a strong advocate for the continuation of jazz programming on KJZZ. No where else on the dial can listeners find real jazz, our true American art form. If you feel strongly about the importance of keeping jazz on KJZZ, I invite you to join us in presenting our case on Feb. 28 to the board of governors of the Maricopa College Community College District, the license-holder for KJZZ. More information is available on page 9 of this newsletter, and online at www.jazzinaz.org. If you can't attend, I encourage you to convey your sentiments to KJZZ directly.

Hey, we're on a roll. And…this year is the 35th anniversary of Jazz in AZ to boot! I invite you to participate in every way that you can.

Jazz in Arizona, Inc.A non-profit organization 501 (c)(3)P.O. Box 2913, Scottsdale, AZ 85252-2913Phone: (480) 994-0807. Email: [email protected]: www.jazzinaz.org

Jazz in AZ is dedicated to supporting the art of LIVE JAZZ and cultivating interest in jazz through youth education, scholarship opportunities and community outreach.

Jazz In AZ Board Members: Steve Douglas, president; Doug Mayes, vice president; Susan Dwyer, treasurer; Lorene Ely, secretary; and members: Beth Dore, Larry Goldstein, Dan Konzen, Dmitri Matheny, Dennis Rowland, Stu Siefer and Celeste Winters.

Executive Director: Joel Robin Goldenthal(602)750-7045; [email protected] Director: Joan Leard (480)947-6119; [email protected]

Jazz Notes Newsletter Editor: Joel R. GoldenthalContributing writers: Patricia Myers, Joel GoldenthalCopy editor/Proofreader: Patricia MyersDesign/Production: Goldenthal Creative Services

Jazz Notes is a free printed publication for members of Jazz in AZ; available online at www.jazzinaz.org; and is published six times per year according to the following schedule: Jazz Notes Deadlines: December 5-January/February issue; February 5-March/April issue; April 5-May/June issue; June 5-July/August issue; August 5- September/October issue; October 5-November/December issue.

Advertising Information: call 602-750-7045; email [email protected]

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JAZZ NOTES 3

Former Count Basie Orchestra vocalist Dennis Rowland and Clark Krueger's Extreme Decibel Big Band will roar into the new year at the ASU Kerr Cultural Center

,on Wednesday, Jan. 4 at 7:30 p.m. with a concert we're calling, “Bigger is better!” Tickets are available at the box office, 6110

N. Scottsdale Road, by phone at 480-596-2660, online at www.ASUKerr.com and at Ticketmaster outlets. Prices are $24 for general admission,

$29 for reserved seats. The “Jazz in Concert” series is presented by Jazz in AZ and the ASU Kerr Cultural Center, made possible by a generous gift from The Jazzbird Foundation.

Rowland continues to be a standout in the current music scene. While he has his own style, Rowland is clearly reminiscent of the legendary Joe Williams, who sang many years earlier with the Count Basie Orchestra. When Krueger's band plays vintage charts, Rowland clearly channels all he's got into bringing out the best from the

soloists and ensemble. The sound is truly BIG! Concert-goers can expect to hear timeless Basie hits, as well as songs associated with Sammy Davis Jr. and “The Chairman of the Board,” Frank Sinatra.

Born in Detroit, Rowland has used his residency in Phoenix to branch out into acting and community service work. In 2007, he was inducted into the prestigious Herberger Broadcast and Performing Arts Hall of Fame in recognition of his talent and community service. He also continues to sing locally and tour nationally and internationally, including performances for Riverwalk Jazz with the Jim Cullum Jazz Orchestra at Club Pearl in San Antonio (broadcast nationally) and appearances with the Big Band Jazz Terrazzo in Spain, and the Estonia Dream Big Band in that country

and Ken Nosia Big Band in Russia. Rowland has been a Concord Jazz Records artist since 1995, and has a number of

releases, including “Now Dig This,” “Get Here” and “Rhyme, Rhythm and Reason,” the latter recorded live at Kazimierz last year, which will be on sale at the concert.

Formed in 1987, the Extreme Decibel Big Band is one of the Southwest's longest running big bands. The 17-piece group features many of the Valley's top musicians and boasts a repertoire of more than 300

arrangements, including classic and contemporary big band charts.

Come hear Dennis Rowland with the Extreme Decibel Big Band, and you'll appreciate why we've called this concert, “Bigger is better!” It always sells out, so get your tickets now and treat a friend.

Dennis Rowland, Extreme Decibel Big Band to roar at Kerr on Jan. 4By Joel R. Goldenthal

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Dennis Rowland

Jan. 6 Jack Radavich Ensemble

Jan. 13 Fred Forney Quartet

Jan. 20 Fundraiser $20 donation, reservations advised @ jazzinthehills.info

Jan. 27 Mike Kocour and Soul Advocates

Feb. 3 Armand Boatman's BeBop Revolution

Feb. 10 Boatman Jazz Quartet

Feb. 17 Andrew Gross Quartet

Feb. 24 Dave Henning Quartet

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Admission is FREE. $5 donations enthusiastically accepted to help pay for our wonderful musicians!

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January - February 2012

News from Out & About

By Patricia Myers

During the many celebrations of Martin Luther King Day on Jan. 16, the late leader's “I Have a Dream” speech of 1963 will be cited and replicated. But how many know of his reflection on the important legacy of jazz that was the focus of his opening address at the 1964 Berlin Jazz Festival?

When I visit Europe, I find that listeners reflect more veneration and value to jazz than in the country of its origin. Perhaps it is the European combination of honoring classical music as well as citing the relationship of jazz to individual freedom that causes this difference. I hope this excerpt from that King speech will prompt all of us to re-examine the importance of jazz to humanity:

“Jazz speaks for life. The blues tell the story of life's difficulties, and if you think for moment, you will realize that they take the hardest realities of life and put them into music, only to come out with some new hope or sense of triumph. This is triumphant music.

“Modern jazz has continued in this tradition, singing the songs of a more complicated urban existence. When life itself offers no order and meaning, the musician creates an order and meaning from the sounds of the earth which flow through his instrument.

“It is no wonder that so much of the search for identity among American Negroes was championed by jazz musicians. Long before the modern essayists and scholars wrote of racial identity as a problem for a multiracial world, musicians were returning to their roots to affirm that which was stirring within their souls.

“Much of the power of our Freedom Movement in the United States has come from the music. It has strengthened us with its sweet rhythms when courage began to fail. It has calmed us with its rich harmonies when spirits were down.

“And now, jazz is exported to the world. For in a particular struggle of the Negro in America, there is something akin to the universal struggle of modern man. Everybody has the blues. Everybody longs for meaning. Everybody needs to clap hands and be happy. Everybody longs for faith. In music, especially this broad category called jazz, there is a stepping stone towards all of these.”

Andrews, Luther Hughes & the Cannonball-Coltrane Project, Arturo Sandoval, Jeff Hamilton Trio, Ken Peplowski and Butch Miles collaboration, Harry Allen, Scott Hamilton, Barbara Morrison, Tamir Hendelman, Houston Person, John Proulx, Eric Reed, Rossano Sportiello, Mary Stallings, Rickey Woodard, and many more. It will be held at the Marriot Newport Beach. Four-day admission is $360 or $390, daily seats also available, for reservations and hotel rooms, call 949-759-5003 or go to newportbdeachjazzparty.com

The first public performance of “Tristesse in G Minor,” written in 1963 by Dr. Joseph Scherzer, a longtime Jazz in AZ business member, was on Nov. 21 at Typhoon Restaurant in Santa Monica, Calif. The chart was performed by the Scott Whitfield Jazz Orchestra West, which included tenor saxophonist Pete Christlieb.

In Glendale, the Gaslight Inn has reopened and is booking live music, including vocalist Delphine Cortez with pianist Joel Robin and drummer Cleve Huff from 7 to 10 p.m. Fridays, and blues bands on Saturdays.

Musicians' News: Guitarist Bob Shimizu of Prescott has released a new album, "First & Monroe," and will perform for the Jan. 15 Jazz in AZ party at Kazimierz, with Lamar Gaines-keys, Will Gaines-bass and Buddy Banks-drums. The CD's 11 original contemporary jazz tracks feature Shimizu on guitar, Joey DeFrancesco-organ, Eric Marienthal-sax, Dominick Farinnaci-flugelhorn, David Garfield-keys, Lenny Castro-percussion, Mario Mendivil and Mike King-bass, Bill Moio-guitar, Todd Chuba-drums, Matt Williams-vibes and Lamar Gaines-synthesizers. It was produced by Clarke Rigsby and Todd Chuba, and is available @ shop.bobshimizu.com, Amazon.com, iTunes and CDBaby.

Clarke Rigsby recently marked 30 years of his Tempest Recording studio, where through three decades he recorded numerous local musicians, as well as many touring stars.

Tucson vocalist-lyricist Janice Jarrett has released her first CD, “Blue Nights &

The Buzz: Start the new year right on Sunday, Jan. 1, with an afternoon concert of multiple musicians contributing their talent and time for “A Tribute to Dave Cook.” The event is from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Rhythm Room, 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602-265-4842, and Dave is expected to attend. The event is being organized by pianist Beth Lederman, and performers will include Lederman, Sherry Roberson, Dennis Rowland, Nancy Gee, Jesse McGuire, Jim Henry, Ted Sistrunk, Dave Baradic, Mary Petrich, Emerson Laffey, Felix Sainz, Charlie Bulla, Charles Lewis, Jimmie McElroy, Dan Pinson, Jeff Upton, Sherman Martin-Austin, Blaise Lantana, Ron Jean, Denny Monce, Bryon Ruth, Eric Bart, Adam Clark, Cliff Wright, Diana Lee and more. Donation is $10 at the door, proceeds going toward Cook's expenses during his recovery from a stroke.

Pianist Armand Boatman was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Madelyn Roberts on behalf of the Phoenix Musicians Union Local 586 during a concert at the union hall in November. Boatman has been a member of the union since his arrival in the Valley from Seattle in 1973.

The new Lakeshore Music season launches on Jan. 27 at the Tempe Center for the Arts with vocalist Gretchen Parlato. The series continues on Feb. 17 with pianist Benny Green's trio; March 24, pianist-vocalist Eliane Elias; April 13, trombonist Conrad Herwig and the Young Sounds of Arizona; May 25, vocalist Clairdee; May 25, pianist-vocalist John Proulx, then take a summer break. The series resumes Sept. 28 with vocalist Lorraine Feather and pianist Shelly Berg, continuing Oct. 27 with the Turtle Island Quartet and vocalist Tierney Sutton, Nov. 16 with vocalist Denise Donatelli, closing Dec. 21 with the Bob Ravenscroft Christmas Concert.

thThe 12 annual Newport Beach Jazz Party has a spectacular Presidents' Day Weekend program, Feb. 16-19, featuring 44 sessions organized by Joe Rothman and John McClure. Among the specialty sets and musicians will be the “Basie, Benny and Buddy Big Band,” Nat Cole Salute, Tribute to Oscar Peterson by Marian Petrescu, Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra with Ernie

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Guitarist Bob Schimizu will perform at the monthly Jazz in AZ party on Sunday, Jan. 15. from 3-5 p.m. at

Kazimierz World Wine Bar. The performance will feature tunes from Shimizu’s new CD, “First and Monroe,” which is receiving extensive

airplay throughout the nation.Bob Shimizu has played the guitar

since the age of 12. He began his involvement with music through fascination with the sound of the guitar. Bob studied with John Shacklett, an early contemporary of Wes Montgomery, both in Madison, Wis., and later at Norfolk State College in Hampton, Va. Bob later performed in the University of Maryland Jazz Ensemble, where he majored in performance and composition.

After school, Bob was a founder of Come Out Swinging, an avant-garde jazz band in Washington, D.C. The band performed to critical acclaim at the Cellar Door, Blues Alley, The Wax Museum, One Step Down and Carter Barron Amphitheater.

In 2008, after a long sabbatical from performing, Bob's decision to focus on music once again has yielded a remarkable ascent. Says Bob, "Years of playing at music coupled with a long break led to my

decision to give my music an opportunity it never had before. I asked myself: What would happen if I put all my resources into the endeavor?"

This new beginning saw the birth of the band Signal Strength, and Bob's first original and self-produced recording, "Cuchillero." The CD fared quite well on college radio, achieving top-ten status in nearly 20 markets. Bob and the band performed at several Phoenix-area venues, including Voce and Skye, and at Raven in Prescott.

A meeting with Arizona-based club owner and jazz manager Mike Florio (Nelson Rangell, Joey DeFrancesco, Marion Meadows, etc.) led to more new ventures. Teaming with noted producer, Clarke Rigsby (Tower of Power, Jimmy Smith, Joey DeFrancesco) and Todd Chuba (Stevie Nicks, Glen Campbell, Annie Sellick), the three set a course to rework a book of original material and plan a contemporary jazz recording in which the musicians actually played together, rather than in parts.

The result is Bob Shimizu's "First & Monroe", with 11 original compositions

rooted in the jazz tradition that are influenced by a lifetime of the love of all great music. Appearing on the CD are pioneers of the genre including Eric Marienthal (saxophones), David Garfield (keyboards) and Lenny Castro (percussion), as well as the legendary Joey DeFrancesco (organ), young lion Dominick Farinacci (flugelhorn) and other talented players. The result is an

"intersection" of memorable melodies, interesting harmonies and inspiring performances in a true fusion of jazz, Latin and pop.

Shimizu’s band for the JiA party will feature the dynamic Gaines brothers, Lamar on keys and Will on bass, along with another exceptional musician, Buddy Banks on drums. Come to this JiA party and hear why

Shimizu’s sound is earning him extensive airplay.

Kazimierz World Wine Bar is a casual venue with great food, wine and beverages. Kaz is located at 7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale, 480-946-3004. Admission for the public is $15 (FREE if you join Jazz in AZ at the party). JiA member rates apply.

Guitarist Bob Shimizu brings new hit CD to JiA party on Jan. 15By Joel R. Goldenthal

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Sunshower,” recorded on the Anjana label at Cavern Studios. She arranged all nine tracks and wrote lyrics to seven instrumental compositions by Kenny Barron and George Cables. She is accompanied by Mike Eckroth-piano, Alieksey D. Vianna-guitar, Mike Levy-bass, David Jeffrey-Gil Rodriguez-drums, Bill M. Martinez-percussion. Guest musicians include Dmitri Matheny-flugelhorn on two tracks, and Michael Fan-violin and Paul Johnson-vocals on one track each. Jarrett's lyrics and arrangements have been performed by Borrowed Time, a five-voice group in Los Angeles that includes former Phoenician Sunny Wilkinson and Gretchen Parlato.

Barb Catlin emailed from Los Angeles that she is enjoying her new life, also that she and trumpeter Wayne Bergeron have been traveling to New York, Japan and Toronto. They're currently writing music for a project that will feature Wayne, trombonist

Andy Martin and locals guitarist Bill Moio, bassist Dwight Kilian and drummer Dom Moio that will be performed in both L.A. and Phoenix. Barb is still teaching online classes for Mesa Community College, but also teaching a class at California State Northridge. The music director there, Matt Harris, also connected her to work in high school programs. She wrote “I do miss my 'Phoenix family' though, a vibrant community, and I am lucky to have lived there. Say hello to everyone!”

Andy Ziker has a new book, “Drumset for Preschoolers,” a guide for parents and teachers of 2- to 6-year-olds, using a color-coded notation system to teach general music skills. Ziker also is marketing the “Drummer Stand,” music stand that attaches to drum hardware, mic and keyboard stands, for chart-reading drummers.

Saxophonist Alex Han toured this past year with artists such as Richard Bona,

Stanley Clarke and Marcus Miller. Han also led his own band in Europe last fall, conducted clinics in Texas and worked in Los Angeles on a new project.

Legendary trumpeter Clark Terry, who was 94 on Dec. 14, had his right leg amputated that month, and at last report was regaining his strength. His blog comment, posted his wife Gwen was, “When I face adversity, I lace up my bootstraps and wade on through. And every day I'm grateful to Big Prez (his nickname for God).”

Final Bar: Paul Motian, 80, drummer (with Bill Evans, Paul Bley, Keith Jarrett etc.), Nov. 22 in Manhattan; David DiLorenzo, 75, longtime owner of the Melody Lounge in Tempe.

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What started out a decade ago as a one-night Jazz in AZ concert has evolved into a much-anticipated annual happening—the

Valley Jazz Divas Concert, starring vocalists Margo Reed, Nancy Gee, Sherry Roberson and Delphine Cortez. The Divas show

is part of the Jazz in AZ-Kerr “Jazz in Concert” series made possible by generous support from The Jazzbird Foundation. Concerts take place at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb.1 and Thursday, Feb. 2 at the ASU Kerr Cultural Center in Scottsdale.

The Divas concert is like four sensational concerts for the price of one. Each of the singers has her own unique style, from overall presentation to the way she phrases and feels time. It's a study in contrasts. Whether you are a jazz aficionado, familiar with the traditions of Billie Holiday, Dinah Washington, Carmen McRae, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Nancy Wilson and other jazz greats carried on by these four divas, or you just love tunes from The Great American Songbook by the likes of the Gershwins, Cole Porter and Duke Ellington, you will be thrilled by the repertoire and world-class delivery of Margo, Nancy, Sherry and Delphine.

Margo Reed is widely regarded as the icon of Valley female vocalists, having paved the way for the musical Reed family to relocate here in the mid-'70s from Kankakee, Ill. A recipient of the Jazz in AZ Lifetime Achievement Award, Margo is known for her “in-the-pocket” swing, as well as “love-mushy” ballads, profound message songs and lowdown blues.

Nancy Gee, whose voice has been described as “velvet,” reflects strong Sarah Vaughan influences. She moved to the Valley from Connecticut in the mid-'80s and landed a 16-year-long gig in Mary Elaine's at the new Phoenician Resort. She also sang at the Nucleus Nuance nightclub in Los Angeles, and was chosen to perform a tribute to Sarah Vaughan arranged by Quincy Jones with the 65-piece Southwest Orchestra in L.A.

Sherry Roberson came to the Valley in 1959, and has a long history of club and concert performances in the Valley, as well as stints in Istanbul and Bangkok. Sherry brings a blues orientation to the mix, along with a freight train-like drive and a

propensity to “play with time,” moving phrases ahead or behind the beat, as the spirit moves her.

Delphine Cortez is from Indiana, and performed at top clubs on Chicago's famous

Rush Street before coming to the Valley in the mid-'80s to cover a gig for Margo. Delphine continued to get booked by top Valley restaurants and clubs and never went back home! Her diverse repertoire and

unique arrangements range from standards and bossa novas to captivating jazz interpretations of pop songs.

This has been a once-a-year opportunity to hear these vocalists together

t hin a concert setting. The 10 anniversary of the show is sure to be charged with extra energy and historic significance. Supporting the Divas for this event is the rhythm section of Joel Robin on piano, Bob Lashier on bass and Cleve Huff on drums, plus Jerry Donato on sax.

Tickets are $24 for general admission and $29 for reserved seats, available at the Kerr Box Office, 480-596-2660, and online at jazzinaz.org. Jazz in AZ members may take advantage of a $4 per seat discount. Tickets are

available at the ASU Kerr box office, 480-596-2660 (with no service fee), all Ticketmaster locations and online at www.jazzinaz.org.

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Jan. 6Fred Forney Quartet Forney-hornsMatt Williams-keysChris Finet-bassGareth Price-drums)

Feb. 3David Friesen, bass

Greg Goebel, keys

Jazz every Friday night7:30 to 9:30

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES

Nancy, Margo, Sherry, Delphine


Internationally acclaimed vocalist Joe Bourne will perform at the Jazz in AZ party

on Sunday, Feb. 19 from 3-5 p.m. at Kazimierz World Wine Bar. His distinctive voice and tasteful showmanship will make

this an extraordinary music experience, and a great way to cap off Valentine's Day week.

Born in Cambridge, Mass., music became a part of

Joe's life at an early age. He began his singing career in a church choir and with various street corner singing groups. Greatly inspired by such greats as Nat King Cole and Lou Rawls, Joe's singing style became known to audiences around the globe.

Joe's career grew from lead singer for a Top 40 rhythm-and-blues/jazz band to the international status he has enjoyed for several decades. Career highlights include recording radio and TV commercials for Delta Airlines, Coca Cola and the American Telephone Company. After moving to

Europe, Joe began performing for the American and Dutch military forces, and supported touring concert acts such as The Stylistics, Natalie Cole, Manhattan Transfer, The Pointer Sisters and Dionne Warwick. Numerous television shows culminated in a Christmas TV special with Ray Charles that was filmed in Germany and broadcast throughout the world.

Joe has recorded a number of CDs, most recently “Remembering Mr. Cole” with the Gary Moran Trio. The 2004 release was nominated for the Top 10 list of the Jazz Journalists Association Poll, and will be available for purchase at the JiA party.

Joe's February party performance will feature several romantic songs in the spirit of Valentine's Day. He will be accompanied by Joel Robin on keys, Steve Douglas on bass and Cleve Huff on drums. Joe is based in Tucson, so this JiA party is a rare opportunity to hear him.Kazimierz World Wine Bar is a casual venue with great food, wine and beverages.

Kaz is located at 7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale, 480-946-3004. Admission to the public is $15 (FREE if you join Jazz in AZ at the party). JiA member rates apply.

Vocalist Joe Bourne brings romance to JiA party on Feb. 19By Joel R. Goldenthal

Do you care deeply about keeping jazz on KJZZ?

Help make the case for the value of jazz on Public Radio in a meeting before the Governing Board of the Maricopa County Community College District

on Tuesday, Feb. 28th at 6:30 p.m at the MCCC District Office,

2411 14th Street, 2nd Floor, Tempe

Plan to arrive early to park and sign in.

For further information, to let us know you are coming, or if you would like to be one of the speakers,

please call Barbie Baugh, Volunteer Project Coordinatorat 602-525-2687 or email [email protected].

This is an important meeting to help secure the future of jazz on KJZZ Radio and to support the

cooperative relationship between Jazz in AZ and KJZZ.

Your attendance will make a difference.

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JAZZ NOTES 9January - February 2012

JAZZ CALENDARCompiled for Jazz in AZ by Patricia Myers, [email protected] (Bookings are subject to change; call to confirm)

Jan. 1, “Tribute to Dave Cook”: Beth Lederman, Sherry Roberson, Dennis Rowland, Nancy Gee, Jesse McGuire, Jim Henry, Jerry Donato, Ted Sistrunk, Dave Baradic, Mary Petrich, Emerson Laffey, Felix Sainz, Charlie Bulla, Charles Lewis, Jimmie McElroy, Dan Pinson, Jeff Upton, Sherman Martin-Austin, Blaise Lantana, Ron Jean, Denny Monce, Bryon Ruth, Eric Bart, Adam Clark, Tim Downs, Cliff Wright, Diana Lee, more, 2-5 p.m. Sun., $10 donation for Dave Cook’s needs, Rhythm Room, 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602-265-4842. ** Jan. 3, Jazz in AZ jam: Paul-Erik Melhus-sax, Matt Williams-keys, Chris Finet-bass, Wes Anderson-drums, 7:30 p.m. Tues., $5, $3 students, free for participating musicians, Compound Grill, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd, Phoenix 85054, 480-585-5483, thecompoundgrill.com

** Jan. 4, Dennis Rowland and Clark Krueger’s Extreme Decibel Big Band: “Bigger Is Better,” 7:30 p.m. Wed., $24, $29-reserved, presented by Jazz in AZ and ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road (west off Rose Lane), Scottsdale, 480-596-2660, asukerr.com

Jan. 8, Nuance Jazz Trio with Devon Bridgewater, 1-4 p.m. Sun., free, Target Outdoor Jazz Series, Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main, Mesa, 480-664-6501

Jan. 8, Santan Swing Band, 3 p.m. Sun. (outdoors, bring blankets, chairs, no pets, no alcohol), $10 adults, $5 students, West Valley Arts Council, 13243 N. Founders Park Blvd., Surprise, 623-935-6384, westvalleyarts.org

Jan. 8 "The Spin" Mike Smith, 2 p.m., free, City of Surprise 15960 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise, outdoor park, presented by Jean Bayus.

Jan. 9, Joe Bourne-vocals, 10 a.m. Mon., Lov N Life Expo, Doubletree Hotel, 445 South Alvernon Way, Tucson 85711-4198.

Jan. 10, Joe Bourne-vocals + Arthur Migliazza-piano, 7 p.m., Tues., Community Performing Arts Center, 1250 W. Continental Road, Green Valley 86522, reserve-520-399-1750.

Jan. 10, Sahnas Bros., 7 p.m., Sun City Grand, 19753 N. Remington Drive, Surprise, 623-546-7465, presented by Jean Bayus.

Jan. 11, Raul Yanez Quartet, 7 p.m., Union Hills Country Club, 9860 W. Lindgren Ave., Sun City $10, reserve with producer Jean Bayus, 623-572-9354

Jan. 14, Kathleen Battle-soprano+ Cyrus Chestnut-piano: spirituals & hymns, 8 p.m. Sat, $89 & $129, Scottsdale Center for the Performing

Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-499-TKTS, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Jan. 14, Joe Bourne and combo, “Remembering Mr. Lou Rawls,” 7 p.m. Sat., Trilogy at Power Ranch clubhouse, 369 E. Village Pkwy, Gilbert 85298, reserve-480-279-2053.

** Jan. 15, Bob Shimizu Quartet (Shimizu-guitar, Lamar Gaines-keys, Will Gaines-bass, Buddy Banks-drums) 3-5 p.m. Sun., Jazz in AZ monthly party, open to public ($15), Kazimierz World Wine Bar, 7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale 85251, 480-946-3004; info 480-994-0807.

Jan 15, Lalah Hathaway (neo-soul), 6:30 and 8:30 pm Sun., $35 & $40 per show; Compound Grill, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85054, 480-585-5483, thecompoundgrill.com

Jan. 15-April 15: Sunday A’Fair, noon-4 p.m. Sun., Jan. 15 & 22, Feb. 12, 19 & 26, March 4 & 25, April 1, 8 & 15, free, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Fountain Stage, outdoors, 2 bands weekly, some jazz including Jan. 22, noon-1:30 p.m., Jan Sandwich Quartet (Sandwich-vocals, Beth Lederman-keys, Ted Sistrunk- bass + drums), 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Jan. 17, "The Spin" Mike Smith + Isabelle Davis-vocals, 7 p.m., Lakes Recreational Club, 19251 N. West Brook Parkway, Peoria, $10, reserve with producer Jean Bayus, 623-572-9354.

Jan. 18, Joe Bourne-vocals: “Swing, Blues and Other Grooves,” 10 a.m. Wed., Lov N Life Expo, Mesa Convention Center, 201 N. Center St., Mesa 85201-6628.

Jan. 21 & Feb. 3, Joe Bourne: “The Great Crooners,” 6:30-9:30 p.m., Red Sky Restaurant (formerly Luna Bella), 2990 N. Swan Road, Suite 145, Plaza Palomino Plaza Tucson, 520-532-3895

Jan. 22, Jan Sandwich Quartet (Sandwich-vocals, Beth Lederman-keys, Ted Sistrunk- bass + drums), noon-1:30 p.m. Sun., free, Sunday A’Fair, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Fountain Stage, outdoors, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Jan. 22, Cinco de Moio, noon-2 p.m., “Music in the Garden,” Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix 85008, 480-941-1225, $15 members, $21 non-members.

Jan. 22, Bad Cactus Brass Band, 3-5 p.m. Sun., Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254, 480-483-7121, $18 members, $20 non-members.

Jan. 22, “Ivory and Gold”: Jeff Barnhart-piano Anne Barnhart-flute + drums, 7:30 p.m., $20, $15 members, presented by Arizona Classic Jazz Society, ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480-596-2660.

Jan. 27, Gretchen Parloto-vocals, 7:30 p.m. Fri., $35, Tempe Center for the Arts, Lakeside Room, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, 480-350-2822, lakeshoremusic.org

Jan. 27, Guy Lombardo Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., $43-premium, $29-general, $13-main floor rear, $7-students; Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Road (NW corner Happy Valley Road), Scottsdale 85255, 480-303-2474 or pinnacleconcerts.org

Jan. 29, Battle of the Bands: 52nd Street Jazz Band and Bad Cactus Brass Band, 1-4 p.m. Sun., 2 bands on one stage, vote for a favorite, Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort, 1 San Marcos Place, Chandler, Arizona Classic Jazz Society event, $10 members, $15 non-members, under 18 free, 480-620-3941, azclassicjazz.org

Jan. 31, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, 7 and 9 p.m. Tues., $35 & $40 first show, $39 &$35 second show, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, theMIM.org

** Feb. 1 & 2: Delphine Cortez, Nancy Gee, Margo Reed, Sherry Roberson: “The Divas Ride Again” (Joel Robin-piano, Bob Lashier-bass, Cleve Huff-drums, Jerry Donato-sax), 7:30 p.m. Wed., $24,$29-reserved, presented by Jazz in AZ and ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road (west off Rose Lane), Scottsdale, 480-596-2660. Feb. 3, Bad Cactus Brass Band & Arizona Lindy Hop Society, Centennial Party during First Friday Artwalk, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fri., Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 85004, 602-257-1222, free.

Feb. 4, PVCC Faculty Jazz Quintet: Tribute to Carla Bley, 7:30 p.m. Sat., Paradise Valley Community College, Center for the Performing Arts, 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix 85032, 602-787-7738; $12 adults; $10 seniors 55 and older, $10 MCCCD staff, $8 students w/ID, $6 children 12 and younger.

Feb. 7, David Friesen-bass, Greg Goebel-piano, Dave Schmidt-sax, 7:30 p.m. Tues., free, Glendale Community College, MU 2-room 151, 6000 W. Olive Ave., Glendale 85301, info 623-845-3725-Dave Schmidt.

Feb. 7, Dixie Devils, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tues., Musicians Union Hall, 1202 E. Oak St., Phoenix

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Jazz in AZMonthly PartiesSunday, 3-5 p.m. Kazimierz in Scottsdale Admission: General Public- $15; JiA member rates

- Guitarist Shimizu recently released a hot CD, “First & Monroe”. This performance will highlight tunes from the CD and feature the Valley’s dynamic brothers Lamar Gaines-piano and Will Gaines-bass.

International touring vocalist Joe sings romantic songs for the season in a style reminiscent of Nat King Cole and Lou Rawls, backed by Joel Robin-keys, Steve Douglas-bass and Cleve Huff-drums.

Jan. 15: Bob Shimizu Band, featuring the Gaines Brothers

Feb. 19: Joe Bourne - x

March 18: Sancocho -

April 15: Fred Forney Quartet

May 20: Delphine Cortez with Jazz Alive

Latin rhythms band with Richie Oropeza-vibes, sax and flute, Tony Valenzuela-percussion, Robbie Carrillo-drums, Marcos Crego-piano, Felix Sainz-bass and featuring Rebecca De La Torre-vocals and keys.

- A hard-swinging group with Fred on trumpet, Nick Manson-keys, Dwight Kilian-bass and Wes Anderson-drums.

- First JiA party performance by the popular Valley jazz songstress in more than a decade with Joel Robin and friends.

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2011-2012 Jazz in AZ-Kerr Concert Season - BUY TICKETS NOW!Made possible with generous support from the Jazzbird Foundation

There's no better way to describe it: Bigger-than-life Basie vocal alum Rowland is magnificent to hear and watch as he embodies the spirit of Joe Williams, Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr., supported by the indomitable Extreme Decibel Big Band. Always satisfying; always a sellout! $24/$29

Every year, the house fills for two nights with fans and new audience for these four great singers who carry on the tradition of the “great ladies of jazz,” each with her own unique style and sound. Accompanied by Joel Robin-piano, Bob Lashier-bass and Cleve Huff-drums with Jerry Donato-sax. $24/$29

Ever-popular Chicago natives Judy Roberts-piano/vocals, Greg Fishman-sax, Neal Seroka-guitar and bassist Scott Black bring their collective Windy City ways to Kerr for a nostalgic musical happening that’s guaranteed to provoke cravings for hot dogs and Cubs seats. $24/$29

With credentials including lead trumpet in prestigious Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, and performance of a spine-tingling rendition of the National Anthem at the World Series-winning Diamondbacks game, who better than Jesse McGuire to lead this JAM celebration? Vocalist Sherry Roberson joins McGuire for a “Satchmo”-Ella tribute. $20/$25

This Valley jazz haunt of the '70s spawned a band anchored in the Blue Note catalog, with brilliant soloists and a smokin' rhythm section. Be a part of this magical reunion of original members Frank Smith-sax/flute, Joe Corral-flute, Charles Lewis-piano and Bob Lashier-bass, with Dom Moio-drums and guest vocalist Alice Tatum. $20/$25

For audio/video samples of most artists, visit www.jazzinaz.org.

Tickets: Available at the Kerr box office, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale (west off Rose Lane), 480-596-2660. (Note: there is no service fee on tickets purchased by phone or in person at the box office), and

Jan 4: Dennis Rowland and Clark Krueger's Extreme Decibel Big Band - “Bigger Is Better”

Feb 1 & 2: Delphine Cortez, Nancy Gee, Margo Reed and Sherry Roberson - “The Divas Ride Again”

March 7: Greg Fishman and Judy Roberts - “Red-Hot Chicago Jazz”

April 4: Jesse McGuire - “Jazz Appreciation Month Celebration”

May 2: Charles Lewis - “Hatchcover Reunion Band”

85006, 602-254-8838; free to union members, $5 nonmembers, $3 students, free for children under 12, part of monthly series celebrating 100th anniversary of Phoenix Federation of Musicians Local 586 AFM; soft drinks-snacks on sale or BYOB; food/wine/beer/spirits available at Tuck Shop, 2245 N. 12th St., Phoenix 85006, 602-354-2980.

Feb. 9, Metropolitan Klezmer, 7:30 p.m. Thurs., $29, $39, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale, 480-499-TKTS, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Feb. 9, Joe Bourne Quartet: “Remembering Mr. Cole,” 3 and 7 p.m. Thurs., Palm Ridge Rec Center, 13800 W. Deer Valley Drive, Sun City West 85275, $22 residents, $25 nonresidents, 623-544-6093.

Feb. 11, Duke Ellington Orchestra, 2 and 5 p.m. Sat., $39, $49, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-499-TKTS, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Feb. 12, Dennis Rowland Band, noon-2 p.m., “Music in the Garden,” Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix 85008, 480-941-1225, $15 members, $21 non-members.

Feb. 12, Margo Reed and Salt River Brass: “All That Jazz,” 3 p.m. Sun., $17, $22, Mesa Arts Center, One East Main St., Mesa, 480-644-6500.

Feb. 12, Sahnas Bros., 2 p.m., free, City of Surprise, 15960 N. Bullard Ave, Surprise, outdoor park, presented by Jean Bayus.

Feb. 14, Romancing Arizona: Sugar Thieves and Savoy Hop Cats, 7-10 p.m. Tues., outside in courtyard, music-food-wine, $50 until Jan. 31, $60 after/at door, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, theMIM.org

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Jazz Calendar, continued from previous page

Tuesday, Jan. 3 - Post-Holiday Jam with

‘Young lions’

Matt Williams-keys, Chris Finet-bass and Wes Anderson-drums.

Tuesday, Feb. 21 -

Margo Reed CD Release Party Jerry Donato-sax, Armand Boatman-keys,Dwight Kilian-bass and Dom Moio-drums.

Paul-Eirik Melhus-sax,

& More...

Select Tuesdays7:30-10 p.m.

@The Compound

Great Local-First healthy menu; full bar; half-price bottles of wine.

$5 cover;

excludes participating

musicans.

Feb. 15, Leni Stern-guitar/multi-instrumental, 8 pm Tues., $10, Compound Grill, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85054, 480-585-5483, .thecompoundgrill.com, call to reserve tables.

Feb. 16-19, Newport Beach Jazz Party (12th annual), 44 sessions, including “Basie, Benny and Buddy Big Band,” Nat Cole Salute, Tribute to Oscar Peterson by Marian Petrescu, Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra with Ernie Andrews, Luther Hughes & the Cannonball-Coltrane Project, Arturo Sandoval, Jeff Hamilton Trio, Ken Peplowski and Butch Miles collaboration, Harry Allen, Scott Hamilton, Barbara Morrison, Tamir Hendelman, Houston Person, John Proulx, Eric Reed, Rossano Sportiello, Mary Stallings, Rickey Woodard, and many more. It will be held at the Marriot Newport Beach. Four-day admission is $360 or $390, daily seats also available, for reservations and hotel rooms, call 949-759-5003 or go to newportbdeachjazzparty.com Feb. 17, Benny Green Trio, 7:30 p.m. Fri., $35, Tempe Center for the Arts, Lakeside Room, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, 480-350-2822, lakeshoremusic.org

Feb. 17, New York Voices: Darmon Meader, Lauren Kinhan, Peter Eldridge, Kim Nazarian, 7:30 p.m. $25, UA Crowder Hall, 1017 N. Olive Ave., Tucson, 85721 Box Office: 520-621-1162 arizona.tix.com

Feb. 18, New York Voices: Darmon Meader, Lauren Kinhan, Peter Eldridge, Kim Nazarian, 7 and 9 p.m. Sat., $40, $45, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, themim.org

Feb. 18, Bad Cactus Brass Band, Four-Year Plan, Powertrain, John Henry's Revenge, more; Downtown Phoenix Mardi Gras Parade and Festival, 2-11 p.m. Sat., Cityscape Phoenix, 1 E. Washington St., Phoenix 85004, free.

Feb. 18, Sonoran Serenade Big Band, 3rd annual Alzheimer’s Association “A Love Not Forgotten” Gala, 5:30-11 p.m. Thurs., $250, Arizona Biltmore Resort, 2400 E. Missouri Ave, Phoenix 85016; info:Tracy Florom, 602-528-0545 ext 221, or [email protected]

** Feb. 19, Joe Bourne-vocals, Joel Robin-keys, Steve Douglas-bass, Cleve Huff-drums, 3-5 p.m. Sun., Jazz in AZ monthly party, open to public ($15), Kazimierz World Wine Bar, 7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale 85251, 480-946-3004; info 480-994-0807.

Feb. 19, Mardi Gras Celebration (3 bands), Arizona Roadrunners, 52nd Street Jazz Band, Original Wildcat Jazz Band, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun., Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort, 1 San

Marcos Place, Chandler, Arizona Classic Jazz Society event, $20, under 18 free, 480-620-3941, azclassicjazz.org

Feb. 19, Hiromi-solo piano, 6 and 8 p.m. Sat., $30 & $35, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, themim.org

Feb. 19, Bata Ire, 3 p.m. Sun., $10 adult, $5 student, West Valley Arts Council, 13243 N. Founders Park Blvd., Surprise, 623-935-6384, westvalleyarts.org

Feb. 20-21, Sonoran Serenade Big Band backing Arthor von Blomberg-drums in “The Gene Krupa Story,” Feb. 20, 5:30 p.m. buffet dinner, 7:30 p.m. show; Feb. 21, 11:45a.m. lunch, 1:15 p.m. show; $33, Broadway Palm Theater, 5247 E. Brown Road, Mesa 85205, 480-325-6700, broadwaypalmwest.com/Content/concerts.asp

** Feb. 21, Margo Reed CD Release Party w/ Jerry Donato, Armand Boatman, Dwight Kilian, Dom Moio - Jazz in AZ special event (no jam session), 7:30 p.m. Tues., $5, $3 students, free for participating musicians, Compound Grill, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd, Phoenix 85054, 480-585-5483, thecompoundgrill.com

Feb. 21, Mardi Gras- Fat Tuesday Celebration, 11 a.m -2 p.m. Tues., free with museum admission, live lunchtime big-band performances, special drink and menu; Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, themim.org

Feb. 24, Irvin Mayfield & New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, 8 p.m. Fri.,$39, $49, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-499-TKTS, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Feb. 24, Masquerade Swing Dance, 9-11 p.m. Fri., Silk Road Studio, 806 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix 85014, 602-502-6909, $10. Feb. 24-26, San Diego Jazz Party (honoring Houston Person), 20+ musicians, Hilton San Diego-Del Mar, 858-453-0846, SDJP.org

Feb. 25, Dennis Rowland & Jazz Experience Trio, 8 p.m. Sat., fundraiser for Southwest Shakespeare Theater Co., Wrigley Mansion, 2501 E. Telawa Trail, Phoenix, 85016 – 602-955-4079.

Feb. 26, Bad Cactus Brass Band, noon-2 p.m. Sun., “Music in the Garden,” Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix 85008, 480-941-1225, $15 members, $21 non-members.

Feb. 26, Nicole Pesce Trio, 7 p.m., Union Hills Country Club, 9860 W. Lindgren Ave., Sun City, $10 reserve with producer Jean Bayus, 623-572-9354.

Feb. 27, Dennis Rowland & Jazz Experience, Walt Richardson, more, fundraiser for Actor's Theater of Phoenix, Herberger Theater Stage West, 222 E Monroe St.,Phoenix 85004, 602-253-6701.

Feb. 29, MIM Musical Interludes: ASU Jazz Combos, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., free, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, themim.org

March 2, “How Cool is Jazz,” 9:45 a.m. & 11:45 a.m., $2, musicians perform for fourth-graders, Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler 85225, 480-782-2680.

** March 7, Greg Fishman and Judy Roberts: “Red-Hot Chicago Jazz” w/ Scott Black-bass, 7:30 p.m. Wed., $24, $29-reserved, presented by Jazz in AZ and ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road (west off Rose Lane), Scottsdale, 480-596-2660.

March 9, Paquito D'Rivera + Brasil Guitar Duo, 7 and 9 p.m. Fri.,.$40, $45, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, theMIM.org

** March 18, Sancocho (Brazilian-Puerto Rican): Felix Sainz-bass-leader, Richie Oropeza-sax-flute, Tony Valenzuela-percussion, Robbie Carrillo-drums, Marcos Crego-keys, Rebecca De La Torre-vocals, 3-5 p.m. Sun., Jazz in AZ monthly party, open to public ($15), Kazimierz World Wine Bar, 7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale 85251, 480-946-3004; info 480-994-0807.


JAZZ VENUESCompiled for Jazz in AZ by Patricia Myers, [email protected] (Bookings are subject to change; call to confirm)


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Ascension Lutheran Church, 7100 N. Mockingbird Lane, Paradise Valley, 480-948-6050, Jazz Vespers (Bob Ravenscroft-piano, Dwight Kilian-bass, Rob Moore-drums, Richard Parrish-spoken word, Mario Barnabe-visuals), 7 p.m. Fri. Jan 20, Feb. 17, free.

All-American Sports Grill, 16872 E. Ave. of the Fountains, Fountain Hills, 480-816-4625, music 8-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. including Bad Cactus Brass Band Fri. Jan. 13.

American Legion Post #44, 7145 E. Second St., Scottsdale, 480-941-9053, Swingtime Jazz Quartet, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wed., food, dancing. Bobby's Restaurant and Jazz Lounge, 7122 E. Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale, 480-556-0770: various nightly including Sea of Love, 7-11 p.m. Fri. Jan. 13, Sat. Jan. 14.

Carefree Resort/Lariat Grille, 37220 Mule Train Road, Carefree 85377, 480-488-5300: 7-10 p.m. Fri., Nicole Pesce-piano, Jeffrey Hattrick-vocals.

Chances Are, 7570 E. Sixth Ave (corner of Miller Road), Scottsdale, 480-994-4338, Joe Hopkins Quintet (Hopkins-clarinet, Cheryl Thurston-keys, Gary Church-tpt-guitar, Danny Shannon-bass, Caesar Rob-drums), New Orleans-style jazz + jammers, 5-9 p.m. Sun., food, dancing.

Compound Grill, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale 101 Center (68th St.-Mayo Blvd., 101 @ Scottsdale Road exit), west-end building, 480-585-5483, thecompoundgrill.com; Jazz in AZ jam: 7:30-10 p.m. Tues., Jan. 3 & Feb. 21; Jan 15, Lalah Hathaway (neo-soul), 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Sun., $35 & $40; Moio Brothers Trio w/ Todd Johnson, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 17; Jan. 24, Jan. 24, New Groove (jazz), 7:30 pm Tues., $5, $3 w/ student ID; Jan. 26, Vicki Genfan (guitar-multi-instrumental) 8 p.m. Tues., $5, $3 w/ student ID; Brian Chartrand and the Voce Project, 8 p.m. Feb. 2; Feb. 8, Grady Champion (blues), 8 p.m. Wed., $12, $15; Feb. 14, Anthony Mazzella-guitar-multi-instrumental, 7:30 pm Tues., $30 includes dinner and drink + concert; Feb. 15, Leni Stern (guitar/multi-instrument), 8 p.m. Tues., $10.

Eddie V's Prime Seafood, 15323 N. Scottsdale Road (Scottsdale Quarter), Scottsdale, 480-538-8468, music nightly, call for info.

Fifth and Wine, 7051 E. Fifth Ave., Scottsdale 85251, 480-699-8001, Stan Sorenson-guitar, Steve Douglas-bass, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fri., Jan. 13 & 27.

Houston's, 6113 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480-922-7775: Jerry Donato Band, 5:30-9 p.m. Thurs.-Sat.

Jazz in the Hills @ Holiday Inn/Fireside Room, 12800 N. Saguaro Blvd. (across from Octagon),

Fountain Hills, donation admission, reservations to 480-816-9047 or 602-810-7447; info 480-837-4882 or 480-837-9661: Jan. 6, Jack Radavich Ensemble; Jan. 13, Fred Forney Quartet (Forney-horns, Matt Williams-keys, Chris Finet-bass, Gareth Price-drums); Jan. 20, fundraiser, Armand Boatman-keys, Bill Moio-guitar, Joe Corral-flute, John Sims-bass, Robbie Carillo- drums + Margo Reed-vocals, $20 donation, reservations advised @ jazzinthehills.info; Jan. 27, Mike Kocour and Soul Advocates; Feb. 3, Armand Boatman's BeBop Revolution; Feb. 10, Boatman Jazz Quartet; Feb. 17, Andrew Gross Quartet; Feb. 24, Dave Henning Quartet; March 2, Armand Boatman Trio + Joe Corral-flute.

Kazimierz World Wine Bar, 7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale, 480-946-3004, $5 cover after 8 p.m.: Margo Reed Band, 9 p.m.-midnight Mon. (Reed-vocals, Jerry Donato-sax, Joel Robin-keyboard), Dennis Rowland & the Jazz Experience, 9 p.m.-midnight Thurs.; 3-5 p.m. Sun., Jazz in AZ monthly parties: Jan. 15, Bob Shimizu Quartet (Shimizu-guitar, Lamar Gaines-keys, Will Gaines-bass, Buddy Banks-drums); Feb. 19, Joe Bourne-vocals, Joel Robin-keys, Steve Douglas-bass, Cleve Huff-drums; open to public ($15), info 480-994-0807.

Malee's Thai Bistro, 7131 E. Main St., Scottsdale, 480-947-6042: Renee Patrick-vocals, Judy Roberts-keys-vocals, 6-9 p.m. Mon.

Montelucia Resort-Mbar, 4949 E. Lincoln Drive @ Tatum, Paradise Valley, 480-627-3200, montelucia.com: Margo Reed-vocals, Michael Reed-bass-vocals + band, 8-11 p.m. Sat. Jan. 14 & 21; call to confirm.

Phoenician Resort-J&G Steakhouse (formerly Mary Elaine's), 6000 E. Camelback Rd. Scottsdale 85251, 480-941-8200, thephoenician.com: Dennis Rowland-vocals, Paul Sherman-piano, Felix Sainz-bass, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Thurs. Remington’s, 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480-951-5101: 6-10 p.m. Sun. Jan 1, Judy Roberts-solo; 6-11 p.m. Tues., Danny Long-piano-vocals, Judy Roberts-keys-vocals, Tony Vacca-sax; 6-11 p.m. Wed., Judy Roberts-piano-vocals; 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thurs., Rags Allen-piano-vocals; 7-11 p.m. Thurs., Judy Roberts-piano-vocals, Margo Reed-vocals; 6-11 p.m. Fri., Danny Long-Judy Roberts; 6-11 p.m. Sat., Danny Long-Judy Roberts + Trish Dwyer; 4-6 p.m. Mon., Rags Allen + 7-11 p.m. Rags + band.

Renegade Canteen, 9343 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale 85260, 480-614-9400, renegadecanteen.com, 8:30-11:30 p.m. “Renegade After Dark” & 11:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Sunday Brunch: Jan.1, Brian Chartrand-Mike Florio; Jan. 7, Alice Tatum Trio; Jan. 8, Charles Bulla; Jan. 14, TBA; Jan. 15, Mike King Strings (King-bass, Devon Bridgewater-Allen Ames-violins); Jan. 21, Isabelle & Richard; Jan. 22, Charles Bulla; Jan. 28, Isabelle &

Richard; Jan. 29, Alice Tatum; Feb. 4, Isabelle & Richard; Feb. 5 & 12, Mike King Strings (King-bass, Devon Bridgewater-Allen Ames-violins); Feb. 18, Isabelle & Richard.

Rhythm and Wine, 7605 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, SE corner of Miller, Scottsdale, 85255, 480-478-6999, Stan Sorenson-solo guitar, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Sun. brunch.

Sacred Grounds Jazz (coffeehouse @Scottsdale Congregational United Church of Christ auditorium), 4425 N. Granite Reef Rd. (east of Hayden, south of Camelback), Scottsdale, 480-946-2900, scucc.com, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Thurs., $5 donation, coffee-desserts on sale: Jan. 5, Beth Lederman's "Jazz con Alma" (Lederman-keyboards, Mary Petrich-saxophone, Mario-Mendevil-bass, Emerson Laffey-drumset, Joe Garcia-percussion); Jan. 12, The Italian Tenors (Jerry Donato-Jim Nistico-saxes); Jan. 19, Armand Boatman Trio with Jim Cooper-vibes; Jan. 26, Vicki McDermitt-vocals, Armand Boatman-piano, Dwight Kilian-bass, Rob Moore-drums; Feb. 2, David Friesen-bass, Greg Goebel-piano, Dave Schmidt-sax, Fred Forney-tpt; Feb. 9, Adam Clark Quartet; Feb. 16, Mike Kocour + ASU Jazz Student Combos; Feb. 23, Monica Shriver-"The Doublers Collective" (progressive woodwinds quintet: Mike Crotty, Elliott Ventimiglia, Adam Roberts, Monica Shriver, Paul Brewer).

Scottsdale Ranch Clubhouse, 100th St. (½ block south of Shea Blvd.), Scottsdale, 7-9 p.m. Mon. Jan. 12, Feb. 16, jazz combo led by Dave Friedman-tpt + Paul Wolin-tenor sax, Mark Young-alto sax, Joe Savard-trombone, Ned Kuvinen-keys, Gary Browning-vibes, Don Friedman-guitar, Todd Knowles-bass, Ken Fauland-drums, Ginni Alvey-vocals.

Studio, Scottsdale Congregational Church, 4425 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale, 480-946-2900, 11 a.m. Sunday live-jazz service, music led by Shea Marshall.

Talking Stick Resort & Casino (Orange Sky Lounge, 15th floor), 101 & Indian Bend, Scottsdale 85250, 480-850-8606: Foster Oden Trio (Oden-piano-vocals, Ray Carter-bass-vocals, Bob McKeon-drums), 6-10 p.m. Wed.

VFW Post 3513, 7220 E. Wilshire Drive, Scottsdale, 480-941-9849, Havin' Fun Big Band, 7-9 p.m. Wed., dance floor.

Winfield's Cafe, @ First Baptist Church of Scottsdale, 7025 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale, 480-945-6346, winfieldscafe.com, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fri., free, jazz bands including Jan. 6, Fred Forney Quartet (Forney-horns, Matt Williams-keys, Chris Finet-bass, Gareth Price-drums); Feb. 3, David Friesen-bass, Greg Goebel-keys; coffee-beverages-desserts on sale.

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Jazz Venues, continued from previous page

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PHOENIX & WEST VALLEY

Birt's Bistro, 16752 N Greasewood St, Surprise, 623-584-0065, Generation Gap, 5-6:30 p.m. Wed. Jan. 18.

Copper Blues, 50 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix (Cityscape), 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wed., Sugar Thieves, dance-Arizona Lindy Hop Society, info 602-717-2787, [email protected]

REOPENED Gaslight Inn, 5747 W. Glendale Ave, Glendale 85301, 623-934-5466, 2-drink minimum, Delphine Cortez-vocals, Joel Robin-piano, Cleve Huff-drums, 7-10 p.m. Fri.

Jazz for the Soul @ New Hope Covenant Church, 8217 W. Country Gables, Peoria 85381 (east of 101 between Thunderbird & Bell), 623-412-2234, free, 6-8 p.m. Sun. Jan. 8, Jeff Libman Quartet (Libman-guitar, Matt Williams-piano, Andrew Schiller-bass, Ryan Anthony-drums); Feb. 12, Sherry Roberson-vocals.

L'Amore Restaurant and Bar, 3159 E. Lincoln Drive, Phoenix 85016, 602-381-3159, LauRha Frankfort (sax-vocals-guitar), 6-9 p.m. Wed.

Los Compadres, 2350 W. Northern Ave., Phoenix, 602-864-0258: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sat.; Feb. 11, Steve Means-clarinet-sax, David Valdivia-keys, Buddy Apfel-bass, Terry Tully-drums; food.

Lost Leaf, 914 N. Fifth St. @ Roosevelt, Phoenix, 602-258-0014: Running from Bears (Eric Rasmussen-alto, Adam Roberts-tenor, Jeff Libman-guitar, Andrew Schiller-bass, Ryan Anthony-drums), or Jiggle (Bryon Ruth, Scott Zimmer, Ted Sistrunk, Wes Anderson); 9:30 p.m.-midnight some Mon., thelostleaf.org

Luci's Healthy Marketplace, 1590 E. Bethany Home Road, Phoenix 85014, 602-773-1329: Delphine Cortez-Joel Robin-Cleve Huff, 7:30-10 p.m. Sat., lucishealthymarketplace.com

NEW Next Coffee Company, 19420 N 59th Ave., Suite J, Glendale, 623-322-4852, 7-9 p.m. Thurs. jam session hosted by Generation Gap (Elliot Fox-saxophone, John Mueller-piano), nextcoffeecompany.com.

Nostalgi'a Cancione e Vino Italian Cuisine, 4935 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale 85301, 623-463-8104, Robin Maynes-piano + guests, 5:30-8:30 p.m, Fri-Sat., eatatpolos.com Rhythm Room, 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602-265-4842, “Tribute to Dave Cook” 2-5 p.m. Sun. Jan. 1: Beth Lederman, Sherry Roberson, Dennis Rowland, Jesse McGuire, Jim Henry, Ted Sistrunk, Dave Baradic, Mary Petrich, Emerson Laffey, Felix Sainz, Charlie Bulla, Charles Lewis, Jimmie McElroy, Dan Pinson, Jeff Upton, Sherman Martin-Austin, Blaise Lantana, Ron Jean, Denny Monce, Bryon Ruth, Eric Bart, Adam Clark, Cliff

Wright, more, 2 p.m. Sun., $10 for Dave Cook's stroke-related expenses.

Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 2401 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602-468-0700, Nicole Pesce-piano, Jeffrey Hattrick-vocals, 6-8 p.m. Sat. in Bistro24.

Royal Palms Resort, 5200 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602-840-3610, Steven Powell's Jazz Project (Powell-drums-vocals, Dwight Brewer-keys, Kunle Kuti-guitar-vocals), 7:30 p.m.-midnight Fri. courtyard.

NEW Ruffino Italian Cuisine, 4902 E. Warner Road, Phoenix 85044; 480-893-8544: Dan Pinson-saxes-flute-vocals, 7-10 pm first Sat. (Jan. 7), ruffinoaz.com

Seasons 52, 2502 E. Camelback Road (east end Biltmore Fashion Park), Phoenix 85016, 602-840-5252, some jazz, call for info.

St. Francis, 111 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602-200-8111, Dennis Rowland-vocals, Paul Sherman-keys, Felix Sainz-bass. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. brunch; stfrancisaz.com. EAST VALLEY (Tempe-Chandler-Gilbert-Mesa-Apache Junction)

AJ's Restaurant, San Marcos Crowne Plaza Golf Resort, 1 San Marcos Place, Chandler, 480-812-0900, SanMarcosResort.com: Joe Hopkins Trio, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. brunch; 6-9 p.m. Sat.: Laurie Fagen-vocals + Richard Palalay-keys, Jan. 7; Lyn Jackson-vocals, Jan. 14, Feb. 11; Laurie Fagen-vocals + Beth Lederman-keys, Jan. 21; Vandal-Hancock Duo, (Matt Vandal-Devon Hancock-jazz guitars), Jan. 28, Feb. 25; Laurie Fagen-vocals + Frank Smith-keys, Feb. 18.

Asia Restaurant, 1236 E. Baseline, Ste. 102, Mesa, 480-892-0688, Renee Patrick-vocals, Steve Denney-keys-vocals, Floyd Roberson-drums, 7:30-10:30 p.m. second, third, fourth Fri.

Dave's Electric Brew Pub, 502 S. College Ave. (5th&College), Tempe 85281, 480-967-5353, daveselectricbrewpub.com, food: 7-9 p.m. Wed.: Jan. 4, Vicki McDermitt Duo; Jan. 11, Joel Robin & Friends; Jan. 18, Renee Patrick-Judy Roberts-Dom Moio; Jan. 25, Stu Siefer Combo; presented by JAMN Jazz Productions, jamnjazzproductions.com, 480-966-0812.

Dema's, NW corner Power and Williams Field Road, Mesa, 85295, 480-988-7223, Ted Newman-guitar-vocals, Danny Shannon-bass + guests, 6-8:30 p.m. Tues..

Down Under Wines & Bistro, 1422 W. Warner Road, Gilbert, AZ 85233, 480-545-4900, String Theory (Doug Arnold-guitar-vocals, Shawn Manske-bass-vocals), 7-10 p.m. Sat. Jan. 14 & 28, Sat. Feb. 11 & 25; food, downunderwinebar.com

Fired Up Grill, 7131 E. Ray Road (formerly 56 East @ Casa Paloma Shopping Center, via I-10 & Ray Road), Chandler, 480-940-4040: jazz jam led by Aebi-Coulson Jazz Trio w/ Jimmy Nistico-sax, Tim Downs-drums, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sun. Gold Bar Espresso, 3141 S. McClintock Drive, #6, Tempe, 480-839-3082, Jazz Alliance, 7:30-11 p.m. Fri & Sun., goldbarespresso.org.

Kokopelli Winery and Bistro, 35 W. Boston St., Chandler, 480-792-6927, Stan Sorenson-guitar, 7-10 p.m. Fri Jan. 20. La Stalla Cucina Rustica, 68 W. Buffalo St., Chandler, 480-855-9990, lastallacr.com, Laurie Fagen-vocals + Frank Smith-keys, Sun. Jan. 22; Vandal-Hancock Duo (Matt Vandal-Devon Hancock-jazz guitars), 6-9 p.m. Jan. 8, Feb. 26; Laurie Fagen-vocals + Richard Palalay-keys, 6-9 p.m. Sun. Feb. 12. Lone Butte Casino, Verona Chophouse, 1077 S. Kyrene Road, Gila River Reservation, (Kyrene exit from I-10 to Santan 202 east, or 101 south to Santan 202 west), 21 and older, 1-800-WIN-GILA (946-4452): 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. Jan. 1, Foster Oden Trio, 11a.m.-6 p.m., $29.99, reserve at 520-796-8952; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. Jazz Brunch in Jan,: Joel Robin-Delphine Cortez, second-fourth Sun.; Bridget & The Aug, third-fifth Sun.; brunch in Feb.: Bridget & The Aug, first-third Sun; Joel Robin & Delphine Cortez, second-fourth Sun.

Mesa Active Adult Center, 247 N. Macdonald St., Mesa, 480-962-5612, Burgie Crandall's Big Band, 1-3:30 p.m. Tues., $5.

NEW Open Source Project, 1415 E University Drive, Tempe 85281, 480-406-3096, osptempe.com: 7-11 p.m. second Wed. (Jan. 11), all-ages jam session led by Caleb Veazey-guitar, Branson Nejame-piano, Jerome Salazar-bass, Kevin Phillips-drums.

Pesto's Gourmet Pizza and Wine Bar, 1960 W. Ray Road, Suite 4 (NE corner Dobson Road), Chandler, 480-821-2949, John Knowlton Trio (Knowlton-guitar, Eric Bart or Dick Curtis-guitar, Dennis Sexton-bass) 7-11 p.m. Sat.

Pier D' Orleans, 61 E. University Dr., Mesa, 480-844-7437, Cheryl's Mardi Gras Jazz Band (Cheryl Thurston-piano, Gary Church-cornet, Joe Hopkins-clarinet, Roy Calhoun-drums), 6-8 p.m. Sat., food. Pita Jungle Restaurant, 1949 W. Ray Road, Chandler, 480-855-3232, jazz jam led by Pita Jungle Trio (Dave Ihlenfeld-piano, Pete Gitlin-guitar-bass, Andy Ziker-drums) 7-10 p.m. Thurs.

Pizza Mart, 1329 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-962-4233, Cheryl's Cats and Jammers Band (Gary Church-cornet, Joe Hopkins-clarinet, Dick Obermiller-bass, Roy Calhoun-drums), 5-7:30 p.m. Wed.


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NEW Jazz in AZ Membership Levels & Application

Make check payable to: Jazz in AZ. Mail to: Jazz in AZ, P. O. Box 2913, Scottsdale, AZ 85252-2913x

There’s great LIVE JAZZ in the Valley 52 weeks a year. But if you don’t know, you can’t go! As a member of Jazz in AZ, you’ll be joining the vibrant jazz community and support the

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You may also join Jazz in AZ, renew/upgrade your membership or make a contribution online at: www.jazzinaz.org. Credit card payments and contributions are accepted. Jazz in AZ is a 501(c)(3)organization and your support is tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

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Jazz Fan - $50 Individual membership that shall consist of the following benefits:

Jazz newsletterJiA appreciation gift $5 discount off the $15 admission fee to JiA monthly parties

Jazz Contributor - $100 Individual membership that shall consist of the following benefits:

All benefits of Jazz Fan level, plus:Advanced notice to select eventsDiscounts on concerts and other select eventsSpecial pricing on KERR concerts$10 discount off the $15 admission fee to JiA monthly parties

Jazz Supporter - $200 Individual membership that shall consist of the following benefits:

All benefits of Jazz Contributor and Jazz Fan levels, plus:Advance invitation to exclusive JiA events (e.g. in-home fund raising concerts)Premium reserved seating at JiA monthly parties and other select events (space permitting)Special pricing on KERR concerts$10 discount off the $15 admission fee to JiA monthly partiesAdvance invitation to exclusive functions (e.g. “meet and greet with artists,” etc.) name and contact listing endorsed on JiA website, in JiA newsletters and select mailings

Business Memberships shall consist of business members interested in affiliating with Jazz in Arizona. Open to businesses, professionals, corporations, institutions, venues, promoters, etcetera and is limited to Jazz Sustainer's Circle levels only (see next column).Business members will receive discounts on advertising in newsletter, website, and programs in lieu of concert tickets to KERR.Privileges extended to two named representatives. Additional representatives may be added at $100/named individual.Business members will also get their names and contact listing endorsed on JiA website, in JiA newsletters and select mailings.

Additional Household Members - Open to individuals wishing to add others in their same household to their membership level. Applicable to Jazz Fan, Jazz Contributor, and Jazz Supporter membership levels. 50% off the addition of each member at the same level. Multiple levels are not allowed (e.g. primary at Jazz Supporter, but additional family members at Jazz Contributor or Jazz Fan).

Jazz Angel Level - This is a recognition level rather than a membership level to recognize those individuals who have contributed in excess of $100,000 cumulatively to JiA. Individuals at this level shall be recognized in newsletter, website, and programs as a Jazz Angel and shall be presented a plaque as thanks for their continued support and a press release announcing the recognition of their support.

Two (2) free tickets of choice to two (2) JiA concerts at Kerr during membership termFree admission for member and guest to JiA monthly parties

Recognition in newsletter, website, and programs as Jazz Aficionado

Jazz Patron - $1,000-$2,499 Individual membership that shall consist of the following benefits:

Recognition in newsletter, website, and programs as Jazz PatronTwo (2) free tickets of choice to four (4) JiA concerts at Kerr during membership termFree admission for member and guest to JiA monthly parties

Jazz Benefactor - $2,500-$4,999 Individual membership that shall consist of the following benefits:

Recognition in newsletter, website, and programs as Jazz BenefactorFour (4) free tickets of choice to three (3) JiA concerts at Kerr during membership termFree admission for member and guest to JiA monthly parties

Jazz Maestro - $5,000+ Individual membership that shall consist of the following benefits:

Recognition in newsletter, website, and programs as Jazz MaestroFour (4) free tickets of choice to four (4) JiA concerts at Kerr during membership termFree admission for member and guest to JiA monthly parties

Jazz in Arizona, Inc.P.O. Box 2913Scottsdale, AZ 85252-2913Address Service Requested

Jazz Venues, continued from previous page Studio Vino Wine Bar, 1825 E. Guadalupe, Suite 105, Tempe 85283, 480-897-1800, Vintage Flight (contemporary jazz duo, Jacob Lauxman-guitar, Michael Moynihan-sax), 6-9 p.m. alternate Wed. (Jan. 4), food.

AROUND AZ

FLAGSTAFF

Wine Loft, 17 N. San Francisco St. #2A, Flagstaff 86001, 928-773-9463: ZAZU (Lake Aurich-Larry Czarnecki-guitars, Steve Douglas-bass), 8-11 p.m. third Tues.

PAYSON

Payson Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Main St., Payson: 2 p.m. Sun.: no Jan. event; Feb. 12, Chandler-Gilbert College Reunion Octet (former members of night jazz band); $5 donation, info-rsvp 602-619-3355 or [email protected]

PRESCOTT

Hassayampa Inn Lounge, 122 E. Gurley St., Prescott, 928-778-9434, Prescott Jazz Society Jazz Showcase, 7-10 p.m. Fri-Sat, jam session hosted by Milt Cannon.

Pine Cone Inn, 1245 White Spar Road, Prescott, 928-445-2970, Mike Vax's Great American Jazz Band, New Orleans Sun. brunch, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Jan. 29, $19.95, info-reservations, 928-445-2970.

SEDONA

Dahl & DiLuca Restaurant, 2321 W. Hwy 89A, Sedona, 928-282-5219: Les Czimber-solo piano, 7-10 p.m. Thurs; Czimber + Sean Brogan-bass, 7-10 p.m. Fri-Sat.; Steve Sandner-piano-vocals, 7-10 p.m. Tues.-Wed. starting Feb. 7.

Desert Flour Bakery, 6646 State Route 179, 928-284-4633, Rosemary Chavez-vocals + keys, 6-8:30 p.m. Thurs. Jan. 12, 26.

NEW Sedona Hilton (lounge), 90 Ridge Trail, Sedona 86351, Jim Hargis-piano, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wed.& Sat. in Jan.; Steve Sandner-piano, Wed. starting Feb. 4.

St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 2700 Hwy 179 (near Chapel Rd), Sedona, 928-282-7366, “Celebrating Valentine's Day”: Gail Kennedy-vocals, Steve Sandner-piano, Rev. David McMannes-flugelhorn, 3 p.m. Sun. Feb. 12. TUCSON

Cushing Street Bar & Grill, 198 W Cushing St., Tucson, 520-622-7984, Jeff Lewis Quartet, 7-10 p.m. Sat. Old Pueblo Grill, 60 N. Alvernon, Tucson, 7-10 p.m. Sat.-Sun., Pete Swan Trio hosts jam session.

YUMA

Village Jazz Series, sixth annual @ Yuma Palms Regional Center-Village Area, 1305 S. Yuma Palms Pkwy. Yuma 85365, 6-8 p.m. Thurs., free, bring seating: Jan. 19, Yuma Big Band; Jan. 26, Yuma Jazz Company with Yuma Son Latino; Feb. 2, Pete Pancrazi Quartet; Feb. 9 Rob Thorsen-bass; Feb. 16 Jason & Elle; Feb. 23, Yuma Jazz Company's Latin Jazz Eruption; March 1, AZ Western College & Yuma High School jazz bands; March 8, High Society Trio-Dixieland band from San Diego; March 15, Pete Pancrazi Quartet; March 22, Peter Sprague + Bob Magnusson-bass; March 29, Yuma Big Band; April 5, Garrett Ortego Trio; April 12, Jason & Elle; April 19, High School Band Night (Cibola & Gila Ridge high schools); April 26, Yuma Jazz Company & Friends.

OTHER SOURCES: Jazz in AZ, JazzinAZ.org, 480-994-0807 Tucson Jazz Society, tucsonjazzsociety.org, 520-903-1265KJZZ, 91.5 fm radio, KJZZ.org Arizona Classic Jazz Society, 480-620-3941, azclassicjazz.org Prescott Jazz Summit, prescottjazz.comPrescott Jazz Society, pjsjazz.orgLindy Hop Society, azswingnetwork.com Phoenix Blues Society, phoenixblues.org AZWeekly Magazine, azweeklymagazine.com, free


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SALON

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in duo performances with bassist Bob Lashier

Sunday, Jan. 22, 5:30 p.m. - NE Phoenix *$35 per person, includes wine and light buffet.

All proceeds provide general operating support to Jazz in AZ.

Herb & Lorene Ely invite you to an in-home

Jazz Salon Concert

featuring pianists

ANDY MARGOLIS&

JOEL ROBIN

This is a repeat of the sold-out Salon held in December 2009 and once again welcomes Andy back to the Valley music scene. A unique setting in which to experience both of these gifted pianists.

Seating is open and limited, reservations required.Go to www.jazzinaz.org and click on Salon Tickets or call Joan at 480-947-6119

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