ASU KERR

ASU KERR RETURNS WITH JAZZY 20212022 SHOWS,

plus new bar service and Crescendo garden space

JESSICA FICHOT | PHOTO BY ANDY SHENG

ASUKerr will be reopening for their 2021-2022 season in Fall 2021 and guests will notice some major changes; the grounds now include a reception garden called The Crescendo, which was created when a permanent outdoor boundary was required for their brand-new liquor license. “It had been a dream for ASU Kerr to have its own liquor license,” says ASU Kerr General Manager Tracey Mason. “It allows us to enhance the patron experience with bar service, a beautiful, verdant outdoor gathering space and create a vital new income stream for the venue.” The liquor license was approved by the state in September 2020, while the facility was closed due to the pandemic. Mason anticipates that the first show in the 20212022 season, Guitars From Spain on October 28, will be the first public performance with alcohol service. A diverse lineup of evening shows is set for the upcoming season, with several artists presenting lively jazz concerts or blending jazz influences into their performances.

“In addition to the wonderful world music, folk, classical concerts and theater shows we offer, many styles of jazz are represented each season,” says Mason. “We were named ‘Best Place to Hear Live Jazz’ several years ago by azcentral.com.”

ALL THE WORLD’S A SONG: SHAKESPEARE IN JAZZ

November 13

Composer/pianist Daniel Kelly and his band of acclaimed musicians and vocalists showcase the timeless power of Shakespeare’s most famous plays, breathing new life into his words by weaving them into dynamic and fresh jazz songs. Shakespeare aficionados and those new to his works will love experiencing literature and music intertwined in this creative and engaging show.

JESSICA FICHOT

December 9

Discover how Jessica Fichot taps her FrenchChinese-American upbringing to fuse languages and sounds from the French chanson tradition, vintage jazz, 1940s Chinese swing and international folk. Tastemakers KCRW, LA Weekly, San Francisco Chronicle, and audiences across the globe love her vibrant, globetrotting style.

NEAMEN LYLES

February 4

Saxophonist and composer Neamen Lyles leads a band of top talents in this fantastic show! He has enjoyed frequent national television and radio airplay, being named an XM Radio Artist of the Week, recording the theme for the television show “Dr. Who” and landing multiple singles in the smooth jazz top 40 nationwide.

OSCAR PEÑAS

March 4

Described by WNYC as “transnational cool,” Spanish guitarist and composer Oscar Peñas has performed his unique blend of jazz and classical styles at Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Blue Note and more. Traditional folk music from Spain, Brazilian urban grooves and sounds from his Iberian heritage meld with an American jazz base to define his adventurous style.

CHARLES LEWIS QUINTET + 2

March 16

Virtuoso jazz pianist Charles Lewis closes out the 2021-2022 season with his Latin-infused, swinging style. A dear friend to ASU Kerr’s namesake Louise Lincoln Kerr, Lewis weaves stories of his experiences with Mrs. Kerr into his energetic show. Lewis will be joined by his all-star band members Joe Corral (flute, piccolo), Frank Smith (sax, flute), Dwight Kilian (bass), Dom Moio (drums), Joe Garcia (percussion) and Bill Moio (guitar).

For more information, visit asukerr.com or call (480) 596-2660.