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2011-2012 Jazz in AZ Concert Series

Co-presented by Jazz in AZ and ASU Kerr Cultural Center
Made possible with support from the Jazzbird Foundation

Jazz in AZ members are entitled to a $4 discount for each concert. Guests 21 and younger: half-price. Senior and group discounts available. More artist information at www.jazzinaz.org

“Papa” John DeFrancesco – “A Philadelphia Story”	^$25 ⁄ ^$20

Wednesday, October 5, 2011 • 7:30 p.m.
The “B3 bad boy”' who taught his world-renowned son Joey D, “Papa” John celebrates the release of his ninth CD, “A Philadelphia Story,” at this concert. “Papa” John is joined by Paul Anderson (sax), Ralph Carrasco (guitar) and Joe Costello (drums).

Nicole Pesce – “Piano on Fire”	^$25 ⁄ ^$20

Wednesday, November 2, 2011 • 7:30 p.m.
With Art Tatumesque virtuosity and an astounding repertoire of tunes from all musical genres, Pesce is guaranteed to captivate and delight her audience. She performs with Jerry Donato (sax), Bob Lashier (bass) and Todd Chuba (drums).

Marion Meadows & Friends – “Jazz for the Holidays”	^$25 ⁄ ^$20

Wednesday, December 7, 2011 • 7:30 p.m.
This international recording artist has one of the most distinctive sounds in contemporary and straight-ahead jazz. Hear sax man Meadows with Steve Culp (piano), Mario Mendivil (bass) and Jabari (drums) as they kick off the holidays, jazz-style!

Dennis Rowland and Clark Krueger's Extreme Decibel Big Band – “Bigger Is Better”	^$29 ⁄ ^$24

Wednesday, January 4, 2012 • 7:30 p.m.
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.

Delphine Cortez, Nancy Gee, Margo Reed and Sherry Roberson “The Divas Ride Again”	^$29 ⁄ ^$24

Wednesday, February 1 and Thursday, February 2, 2012 • 7:30 p.m.
Every year, the house fills 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).

Greg Fishman and Judy Roberts – “Red-Hot Chicago Jazz”	^$29 ⁄ ^$24

Wednesday, March 7, 2012 • 7:30 p.m.
Ever-popular Chicago natives Judy Roberts (piano/vocals), Greg Fishman (sax) and Neal Seroka (bass/guitar) their Windy City ways to Kerr for a musical happening that will provoke cravings for hot dogs and Cubs seats. Tucson musician/Chicago native Scott Black joins on bass.

Jesse McGuire – Jazz Appreciation Month Celebration	^$25 ⁄ ^$20

Wednesday, April 4, 2012 • 7:30 p.m.
With credentials including lead trumpet in the prestigious Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra and performance of a spine-tingling rendition of the National Anthem at the Diamondbacks’ World Series-winning game, who better than Jesse McGuire to lead this JAM celebration? Vocalist Sherry Roberson joins for a “Satchmo”- Ella tribute.

Charles Lewis – “Hatchcover Reunion Band”	^$25 ⁄ ^$20

Wednesday, May 2, 2012 • 7:30 p.m.
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 special guest vocalist Alice Tatum.

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