ASU Kerr: Jazz in Concert

JAZZ IN CONCERT

Co–Presented With Jazz in AZ — Underwritten by The Jazzbird Foundation

Visit Jazz in AZ on-line at www.jazzinaz.org

Tickets are available at the ASU Kerr Box Office • 480.596.2660
and all Ticketmaster locations.

BOB RAVENSCROFT⁄INNER JOURNEYS CELEBRATES BILL EVANS	^$20 ⁄ ^$25

Sunday, October 5, 2008 • 3:00 p.m.
Pianist Bob Ravenscroft is one of the finest interpreters of Bill Evans’ music. This innovative performance includes an integrated multimedia presentation. A must for understanding and enjoying the ubiquitous influence of Evans in jazz today.

KHANI COLE BAND WITH SPECIAL GUEST MARION MEADOWS	^$24 ⁄ ^$29

Sunday, November 2, 2008 • 3:00 p.m.
This dynamic band puts a jazz flavor and deep groove on songs from a variety of genres. Khani’s warm voice and Meadows’ smooth sax guarantee an exciting and memorable performance.

“THE REED FAMILY HOLIDAY SHOW”	^$33 ⁄ ^$39

Sunday, November 30, 2008 • 3:00 p.m.
It only happens once a year, and this year it’s happening at the Kerr: the remarkable blend of R&B, jazz and gospel as only the Reed family with Francine, Margo, Melodee and Michael can deliver. This show will sell out early.

DENNIS ROWLAND WITH EXTREME DECIBEL BIG BAND	^$24 ⁄ ^$29

Wednesday, January 7, 2009 • 7:30 p.m.
When former Count Basie Orchestra vocalist Rowland fronts this band, legends come alive! For devotees of the day and those who want to savor a slice of music history, this big band concert is a must–see event!

THE JAZZ DIVAS: DELPHINE CORTEZ, NANCY GEE, MARGO REED AND SHERRY ROBERSON	^$24 ⁄ ^$29

Wednesday, February 4 and Thursday, February 5, 2009 • 7:30 p.m.
Each of these divas is a star in her own right; hearing them in one concert event is always a thrilling study in contrasting styles, and an incomparable entertainment value. It’s a perennial, but always fresh!

“THE GREAT JOEY DEFRANCESCO”	^$33 ⁄ ^$39

March 4, 2009 • 7:30 p.m.
He’s the reigning king of big band organ players in the world, appearing for his first-time ever at ASU Kerr.

“APRIL FOOLS GUITAR SUMMIT” – STAN SORENSON, CHRIS CHAMPION, BILL MOIO, AND JACK PETERSON	^$20 ⁄ ^$25
Wednesday, April 1, 2009 • 7:30 p.m.
Don’t be fooled by the title; these are four of the most accomplished jazz guitarists on the planet and the synergy of this concert will undoubtedly produce extraordinary music ranging from smokin’ to the sublime.

GUYS & DOLLS PIANOFEST – CHARLES LEWIS, IONNAS GOUDELIS, JUDY ROBERTS AND RACHEL ECKROTH	^$20 ⁄ ^$25

Wednesday, May 6, 2009 • 7:30 p.m.
For this third season of our piano extravaganza, we’ve engaged four of the most creative pianists in the valley. The only thing predictable about this concert is that it will very musical and very spontaneous!

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