Jazz Notes November-December 2011 by Michael Fan

JAZZ NOTES 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

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Volume XXXIII Number 1 | November-December 2011

Marion Meadows & Friends play jazz for the holidays at Kerr International recording artist Marion Meadows, who has one of most distinctive saxophone sounds in contemporary jazz today, will play jazz for the holidays at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, at the ASU Kerr Cultural Center. Meadows will perform a repertoire of hip unplugged EVENT holiday songs, with Steve Culp-piano, Mario Mendivil-bass and Jabari-drums. The sounds will range from straight-ahead jazz to funk grooves, all fueled by his trademark sweet-hot sax style. The concert is part of the Jazz in Concert series produced by Jazz in AZ and the Kerr Center, and made possible by generous support from the Jazzbird Foundation. Tickets are $24 or $29reserved, available at the box office, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road (west off Rose Lane), Scottsdale, 85253, by phone at 480-5962660 or on the website, www.jazzinaz.org. Born in West Virginia, saxophonist Marion Meadows grew up in Stamford, Conn., where he began playing clarinet and studying classical music at age 8. He gravitated to the soprano sax in his high school years, and his passion for various types of music led him to appreciate numerous jazz musicians, including Stanley Turrentine, Sidney Bechet, Johnny Hodges, Duke Ellington and Coleman Hawkins.

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Meadows attended Berklee College of Music, where he majored in arranging and composition. He later went to the SUNY Purchase School for the Arts. “I got a lot of sideman jobs in college, and I have always said I got a graduate degree playing clubs,” says Meadows, who perfected his craft studying with Joe Henderson, Dave Liebman and Eddie Daniels. “Not long after I finished school, (drummer) Norman

Marion Meadows Connors recorded my song 'Invitation' and then asked me to join his band. I later produced his 'Passion' album with him. Things just fell into place.” Meadows first hit the airwaves in 1991 with his album “For Lovers Only,” but his career really began one day in the late 1980s at New York's Grand Central Station. He had been a sideman with Connors for three years, with only vague notions of eventually going solo. One day, while waiting for a train, he pulled out his horn and began playing under the huge dome. His sweet sound caught the attention of fellow traveler and TV composer Jay Chattaway, who was so impressed that he hooked Meadows up with legendary keyboardist Bob James. James signed Meadows to a deal with his TappanZee label, and even though Meadows' first recording went unreleased,

the experience put him on the road to his eventual success. Meadows hooked up with numerous artists and musicians and became a wellknown sideman in his own right, recording or performing over the years with Brook Benton, Eartha Kitt, Phyllis Hyman, Jean Carne, The Temptations, Michael Bolton, Angela Bofill, Will Downing and Native American flute player Douglas Spotted Eagle. In the late '80s, Meadows stretched his usual pop/jazz boundaries as a member of a New York avant-garde band called the Aboriginal Music Society. The '90s marked the beginning of his solo career when he signed with RCA on the strength of his unreleased first album. He became a staple of the smooth jazz format with his subsequent recordings, which include “Keep It Right Here” (1993), “Forbidden Fruit” (1994) and “Body Rhythm” (1996). After moving from his home in Connecticut to Phoenix, Meadows signed with Heads Up International, a division of Concord Music Group, and released another six hit CDs, the most recent of which is “Secrets” (2009). “I've been involved in a lot of projects, both my own and group efforts,” says Meadows, “and my main objective is to keep growing as an artist and engage the fans who have invested so much emotion in my music and my career.”

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Message from the President…

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

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. xx

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. x

Executive Director: Joel Robin Goldenthal (602)750-7045; joel@jazzinaz.org Assistant Director: Joan Leard (480)947-6119; joan@jazzinaz.org x

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Greetings everyone, As your new board president, I'm honored and very excited about taking the helm with the future of jazz and jazz education as my focus. I have great respect for Joel Robin Goldenthal, our executive director, whom I believe is supremely qualified to make our next journey a positive one. His years of experience, musicianship, marketing and mediation skills put him in a class by himself. I look forward to our working together; with what's on the horizon, there is so much to be passionate and excited about. Many of you know I was very involved in Sedona during the last eight years, volunteering at the high school four days a week for its music program, and being a commissioner on the town's arts and culture commission. I also created a 55-concert series that generated $40,000 in scholarship funds for high school students to attend fiveweek programs at the Berklee School of Music, and one-week workshops at Cal State Northridge. As JiA's president, I am committed to our focus on youth-education and the new Lewis Nash Jazz in AZ Community Center becoming as a hub for all things jazz. Another goal of mine is to “take jazz to the people” by doing a monthly concert series on a circuit of venues throughout the Valley. I envision these shows being themed, with a featured trio and guest artist. The goal will be to help to create a larger jazz community of listeners, supporters and members. This would be in addition to the Kerr concerts, monthly parties and jam sessions already presented by Jazz in AZ. I'd also like to see the formation of an Arizona jazz alliance, with a representative from every jazz organization in our state, including the colleges. Perhaps we could partner with some major groups in California, such as the San Jose Jazz Festival and the San Jose Jazz Society. There is much to be gained by partnering and collaborations. I plan to personally visit area schools with jazz programs, identify with band directors who the up-and-coming talents are, and feature a student of the month at our new jazz center. I'd also like to see a nonvoting /senior in high school be on our board to help us connect with the younger players. From the Sedona Jazz on the Rocks scholarship auditions, I remember Chris Finet, Sean Brogan, John Sims, Elliot Ventimiglia, Jessie Yarborough, David Andrade, Nicki Adams, Brian Messenger and Zach Gillespie, all of whom have gone on to more music and teaching positions. Nothing gives me more joy than to see that process work. Jazz in AZ can and should play a bigger role in this development. We have an awesome challenge to provide a means for these students to learn, practice and perform in front of an audience, and to give them the knowledge and confidence to go out on their own spreading the legacy of this unique American art form. All of you reading this newsletter have a passion for jazz and support our mission in various ways. We have a big job to do here, and we need all of the help we can get. If you have suggestions or ideas for how to “keep the jazz alive,” I'm all ears! Now is the time to be more inclusive than ever before to assure the future of jazz. Once again, I welcome the opportunity to put my passion for jazz and the students first and foremost on the agenda, and look forward to your contributions to that end. As always, thank you for supporting live music wherever you find it. I can be reached by email (steve.douglas@jazzinaz.org) or my cell phone, 928-202-0761. Bassically speaking, Steve Douglas

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Nicole Pesce’s ‘Piano on Fire’ concert continues JiA series Nov. 2 at Kerr Center by Bob Mariano Being called one of the top 10 musicians in Phoenix (by The Arizona Republic) is a pretty nice way to be recognized, but when your repertoire includes 12,000 tunes and 300 original compositions, your fans don't need any reminders EVENT of your greatness. When Nicole Pesce calls a tune, bandmates Jerry Donato (sax), Bob Lashier (bass) and Todd Chuba (drums) have to be well-versed in the jazz genre, and just about every genre

“I just love to play those burning, up-tempo tunes...” beyond. How someone can keep all of that stored in one mind is something that the rest of us can only dream about. Nicole has performed most often as a soloist, but the quartet setting is familiar and fun for her, and she does not approach it any differently. “I love playing with Jerry. He's my favorite sax player! Todd can really be in the pocket, and we can do any style together. Bob is someone I started playing with only recently. His personality adds a lot to the music. These guys can really roll with the punches. They're so versatile!” Nicole will perform a concert titled “Piano on Fire” at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, as part of the Jazz in Concert series produced by Jazz in AZ and the ASU Kerr Cultural Center, and made possible by generous support from the Jazzbird Foundation. Tickets are $20 or $25reserved, available at the Kerr box office, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road (west off Rose Lane), Scottsdale, 85253, by phone at 480596-2660 or on the website, www.jazzinaz.org. Why that title? Nicole says, “I just love to play those burning, up-tempo tunes. 'Flight of the Bumble Bee' is the tune that I get the most requests for. I have a lot of influences, and Oscar Peterson and Art

Nicole Pesce Tatum are certainly among them.” Her fingers appear to barely touch the keys as she does that burn. Nicole started her piano journey at the age of seven, and she quickly had more than 100 tunes committed to memory. Composing started at age 10, with a major career step of winning first place in the Discovery Television National Competition. Nicole went on to become the

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youngest person ever to perform at high tea at the upscale Phoenician Resort, and she followed that success with a major U.S. tour with the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon. She finally reached “cult following” status when she appeared five nights per week at downtown Phoenix's My Florist Café (now closed). Look for a mix of styles at the Nov. 2 concert. Nicole plans to include tunes by Gershwin, Ellington and other composers from the Great American Songbook. With the vast array of the genres at her command, we can expect straight-ahead jazz, blues, boogie-woogie, Latin (a la Buena Vista Social Club) and other styles. She also plans to showcase her band mates by doing duets with each of them. We also can look forward to one segment where she famously takes requests via cell phone. Go ahead - just try to stump her. And we can surely count on that “Bumble Bee” tune!

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News from Out & About By Patricia Myers

A new study appears to have found yet another skill possessed by generations of performing artists -- growing old gracefully. The Research Center for Arts and Culture at Teachers College Columbia University has found performers to be overwhelmingly active, engaged and socially involved well into retirement age. According to the study, aging artists belie stereotypes: they are passionate about their work, they feel validated as artists, and rank high in life satisfaction and selfesteem (86% in New York City and 92% in Los Angeles would choose to be an artist again). More than half of them communicate daily or weekly with other artists, and more than half continue to be working artists and do not expect to “retire" until they are 90. Unlike aging visual artists, aging performers have made significant preparations in numbers that surpass the general population: 92% have a will, 77% of NYC artists and 65% of LA artists have a health proxy, and 67% NYC and 66% LA artists have a power of attorney. More info at artdaily.org

as the Rhythm Room filled with friends and fans to hear more than 50 musicians who donated their time and talent. From the opening by the Foster Oden Trio to the closing girl-group vocal on “Route 66,” the sounds were high-energy and grooving. Among the high points were Papa John DeFrancesco's great organ groove, Jim Henry's scat treatment of “Sister Sadie,” octogenarian Jim Guloien's sweet-hot alto sax, Jimmy Boyd's swinging keyboard, Beth Lederman's always-hot Latin riffs, and Nancy Gee's sensational delivery of “Don't Get Around Much Anymore.” The nonstop music featured rotating horn and rhythm sections plus several vocalists. Special thanks to Dave Cook, Cheryl Lambert and Beth Lederman for their organizing work, to Blaise Lantana for emceeing, and to Rhythm Room owner Bob Corritore for generously offering the venue and a sound tech, plus manager

“Music should wash away the dust

The Buzz: Ron Carter's new CD, “Ron Carter's Great Big Band” (Sunnyside, 2011), has a double connection to Arizona: Phoenix-born drummer Lewis Nash is part of the 17-piece ensemble; all the tracks are originals and standards arranged by Grammy-winner Robert M. “Bob” Freedman, a Gilbert resident. Assembling the band and its songbook for the album was a joint effort of Freedman and Carter. Several years ago, Jazz in AZ presented a big-band concert of music composed or arranged by Freedman, whose resume includes being musical director for Lena Horne and Harry Belafonte, playing with the Woody Herman and Duke Ellington bands, writing for film and television, and being on the faculty of the Berklee College of Music from 1982-92. The Sunday benefit to assist with medical costs of Paul Anderson, saxophonist and KJZZ late-night DJ, was a wonderful outpouring of empathy by the local jazz and blues community. The Oct. 23 event raised nearly $3,500 in one afternoon

of everyday life.” – Art Blakey Mona to assure all ran smoothly. It was announced that, after nearly two months in hospital ICU, Paul has been moved to a nursing-rehab center. Cards may be sent to Springdale West Skilled Nursing Facility, 3130 E. Broadway Road, Mesa, AZ 85204. Drummer Dave Cook, the mastermind behind the event, was unable to attend after he had a stroke while visiting in Prescott earlier this month. He is recuperating with intensive physical therapy, and hopes to return soon to Phoenix. The 100th anniversary of the founding of the Phoenix Federation of Musicians Local 586 AFM is being celebrated with a series of concerts at the union hall, 1202 E. Oak St., Phoenix. The first event on Nov. 8 will feature Margo Reed and the Armand Boatman Trio (Boatman-piano, Dwight

Kilian-bass, Dom Moio-drums). Admission to the performances, which also will include classical and other styles of music, is $5 nonmembers, $3 students, free to union members and for children under 12. See details in Calendar. The Stan Kenton Alumni Band played to two nearly full houses at the Musical Instrument Museum in late October. Leader Mike Vax chose members from several decades of Kentonites, noting that the average age of the musicians was 65. That statistic was decreased by the newest member, local bassist Ted Sistrunk, a 1970s ASU graduate. In every issue of Jazz Notes, we add new venues to the ongoing listing. Action flows and ebbs, as always, but there consistently are nearly 70 venues offering affordable jazz experiences in the Phoenix metro area, plus another dozen or so in northern and southern Arizona. In addition, Arizona State University, University of Arizona and all the community colleges offer concerts, most of them free. Add to that the touring names booked by the Musical Instrument Museum and city arts centers and it's little wonder why the active Arizona jazz scene continues to amaze and surprise new residents and tourists. Anyone can go out any night of the week in our state and hear live jazz, and often for just the price of a beverage or two. See Venues. Quotable: “Music should wash away the dust of everyday life.” – Art Blakey Final Bar: Howard “Buzz” Katzen, former Jazz in AZ board membercommittee chairman-Musicfest consultant, 79, Sept. 9 in Westport, CT; Bee Pine, 96, early Jazz in AZ board member/first grant writer, Sept. 24 in Oakland, CA; Joel DiBartolo, 65, Northern Arizona University jazz studies director, bassist 18 years with Johnny Carson Tonight Show band, Sept. 27 in Scottsdale; Carmine D'Amico, 68, multiple Grammy-winning guitarist, Oct. 2 in Arizona; Pete Rugolo, 95, composer-arranger for Stan Kenton and television-show themes, Oct. 16 in California.

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New 'big band of note' in town to play at Kerr Nov. 15 By Joel R. Goldenthal The Valley has become a mecca for former Airmen of Note, the premier jazz ensemble of the United States Air Force that was created in 1950 to carry on the tradition of Major Glenn Miller's Army Air Corps dance band. For 60 years, The AON Band has sustained an international reputation as

Crotty, who is the principal arranger for the band. “Mike Crotty is an amazingly gifted arranger,” says Gates. Crotty was the chief arranger for the Airmen from the early '70s until 1998. “He's one-of-a-kind. His arrangements are simply the best.

“Mike Crotty is an amazingly gifted arranger. His arrangements are simply the best. Everything he ever one of the finest and most versatile big bands in the world. Among the former Airmen now residing in the Valley are multiinstrumentalist/arranger Mike Crotty, Ryan Haines-trombone, Bill Tole-trombone, Tom Williams-bass and Brent McKesson-bass, plus Kenny Smukal-trumpet (in Tucson). The most recent member living here is Bruce Gates, who played first trumpet in the Airman Band for more than 16 years. During that time, the Airmen toured 47 states and 15 countries, and played with guest jazz luminaries including Bill Watrous, Terry Gibbs, Peter Erskine, Joe Williams, Ernie Watts, Stanley Turrentine, James Moody and many more. In 1993,

brought in was jaw-droppingly great.” Everything he ever brought in was jawdroppingly great, and a pleasure to play and listen to,” Gates says. In the band with the Airmen are local musicians Dave Coolidge, Denny Monce and Coby Boyce on trumpets; Eric Rasmussen, Dave Schmidt, Adam Roberts and Paul Brewer on saxes; Rob Boone,

Steve McAllister and Matt Lennex on trombones; Nick Manson on piano; and John Lewis on drums. All of the tunes in this performance are well-known Great American Songbook or classic jazz standards, including “Invitation,” “Stompin' at the Savoy,” “Begin the Beguine,” “Sophisticated Lady” and “Girl from Ipanema.” “But there's nothing 'stock' about these charts; Crotty's brilliant contemporary arrangements make them fresh, exciting and memorable,” Gates concludes. For lovers of great music, and big bands in particular, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, at the ASU Kerr Cultural Center will be a night to remember. Tickets are $20 reserved, $18 students/seniors reserved, non-reserved $16 or $14 students/seniors, available at the Kerr box office, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, by phone at 480-596-2660 or online at www.asukerr.com.

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Vocalist Renee Patrick releases new CD at JiA Party on Nov. 20 By Joel R. Goldenthal Vocalist Renee Patrick will celebrate the release of her first CD, “Feel the Rain,” at the Jazz in AZ party on Sunday, Nov. 20, from 3-5 p.m. She will be joined by Judy Roberts-piano, Neal Seroka-bass guitar and Stan Sorenson-guitar, plus a surprise guest or two. When Renee Patrick grabs the microphone to sing, one gets the sense that there's lots of natural talent bubbling to the surface. That's because this dynamic vocalist EVENT reflects her family roots in “doo-wop” and Motown, yet sings in a style that's all her own. Renee's father, George “Pepe” Grant, was a member of the world-renowned Ink Spots and was inducted into the Doo-Wop Hall of Fame in 1997. Her mother, Teresa Richardson, recorded duets with Terry Johnson of the Flamingos in Detroit's Motown Studios along side of greats such as

Renee will perform songs from the CD, including the original, "Feel The Rain", also “L-O-V-E”, "Hello," "Killing Me Softly", a vocal French-English rendition of “Autumn Leaves” with Judy Roberts, and other songs from the Great American Songbook. Renee's CD, which was produced by Judy, will be available for purchase at the party. Kazimierz World Wine Bar is a casual venue with great food, wine and beverages. Kaz is located at 7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale 85251. Admission to the public is $15 (FREE if you join Jazz in AZ at the party). JiA member rates apply.

Renee Patrick Smokey Robinson and Marvin Gaye. Renee classifies herself as a pop-gospel-jazz artist who is driven by her love for music. Her captivating voice is filled with power and passion.

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Norman Simmons-Sheila Earley Quartet returns for JiA party Dec. 18 at Kazimierz By Tom Coulson, updated by Joel Goldenthal Pianist Norman Simmons and drummer Sheila Earley will make their third appearance together at a Jazz in AZ party on Sunday, Dec. 18, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Kazimierz World Wine Bar. When Simmons played at Chicago's Bee Hive, he backed luminaries such as Charlie Parker and Dexter Gordon. He also has toured the world with singers Joe Williams and Carmen McRae. Drummer Earley is a Midwesterner who EVENT attended college in Arizona, and since then has amassed an impressive list of performance credits. “My first influence was Ellington, a foundation of my accompaniment skills,” says Simmons. “I had a couple of really good days with Oscar Peterson, who coached me on becoming a pianist, not just a piano player. Carmen McRae adopted me as an accompanist. She played piano too, so she was able to put me in the direction of learning essential things.” Simmons also worked 20 years with Joe Williams, starting in the '70s. “After Joe left the planet here, it made me independent,

Norman Simmons so I've been freelancing – backing, coaching, composing, teaching, arranging and playing gigs. And doing some recording on my own too. When drummer Sheila Earley came along, she caused me to get back out as a bandleader and get around to places like Phoenix. A beautiful experience all around.” Earley says, “Drumming was the only thing I was good at besides sports. Two older drumming sisters taught me. There

were a lot of female drummers in our school, so it wasn't odd, more girls than boys.” But the drummers weren't playing jazz. “I loved the drum set, and in order to play it in school you had to play in the jazz band. I didn't know what it was, really, but one of the boys in the school gave me the Buddy

“I had a couple of

concert for Dr. Billy Taylor. En route to Arizona, Simmons performed in Pittsburgh at the Manchester Craftsman's Guild with Gerald Clayton, Houston Person, Jimmy Owens and Melba Joyce. He continues work on his audio autobiography, which includes extensive interviews with McRae and fellow musicians such as Red Holloway and Rufus Reid. Earley performed recently with Carol Sloane at Dizzy's Coca-Club at Lincoln Center and the Village Vanguard, and at the Blue Note with Japanese vocalist Shoko

really good days with Oscar Peterson, who coached me on becoming a pianist...”

Rich album 'Mr. Drums' (including 'West Side Story' with a killer drum solo from the '70s). He had a set like Buddy's.” Early is from Richmond, Wisc., and was accepted by audition for an honors jazz band. “I made it, and I was convinced I could (play jazz), so sent a tape to Garrett Cook at the University of Arizona in Tucson.” After a year there, she went to Arizona State University on a scholarship awarded through jazz studies director Chuck Marohnic. When master drummer Jeff Hamilton came for a clinic, she dropped out of classes and went to Los Angeles, where Jeff introduced her to Diana Krall in 1986. “I started learning jazz that way. For me, every year I learn something different about jazz. My drum style is straight-ahead and groove, small-group attitude with bigband influence.” Simmons has been working steadily with a variety of groups including the Jazzmobile in New York City, Norman Simmons Quartet and Ellington Legacy Band, with which he is chief arranger and pianist. Last fall he wrote the arrangements and was band leader for the 50th Anniversary Reunion of Johnny Griffin's "The Big Soul Band" at The Jazz Standard. Last summer, he was featured at Lincoln Center, along with Eric Reed, in a tribute

Sheila Earley Amano. She recorded on percussion with the Ellington Legacy Band with special guest Houston Person, and will be touring with that group this winter. So how did the pair connect? “I met Norman in Minneapolis when he was playing behind Joe Williams. His drummer, Ernie Adams, showed me some drum things, then introduced me to Norman. I ran into him again in New Jersey and found out he was a tennis player; I am, too.” Now it's a music cooperative; she maintains his website (www.normansimmons.com), and both play professionally, together and separately. The duo will be joined by Valley saxophonist Tony Vacca and bassist Warren Jones. “We'll play an instrumental gig, incorporating our originals with the familiar,” said Simmons. With this caliber of experience on stage, this will be a great party at which to introduce friends to jazz music and to Jazz in AZ. Kazimierz World Wine Bar is a casual venue with great food, wine and beverages. Kaz is located at 7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale 85251. Admission to the public is $15 (FREE if you join Jazz in AZ at the party). JiA member rates apply.

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JAZZ CALENDAR Compiled for Jazz in AZ by Patricia Myers, psmyers1@cox.net (Bookings are subject to change; call to confirm) Nov. 1, UA Concert Jazz Band and Combo, 7:30 p.m., free, Univ. of Arizona Crowder Hall, 1017 N. Olive Ave., Tucson 85721, MusiCall: 520-621-2998, music.arizona.edu ** Nov. 2, Nicole Pesce: “Piano on Fire” (Pescepiano, Jerry Donato-sax, Bob Lashier-bass, Todd Chuba-drums), 7:30 p.m. Wed., $20, $25-reserved, presented by Jazz in AZ and ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road (west off Rose Lane), Scottsdale, 480-596-2660. Nov. 2, “Music of the Roaring '20s”: UA Archive Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., $9, $7, $5; Univ of Arizona Crowder Hall, 1017 N. Olive Ave., Tucson 85721, 520-621-1162, arizona.tix.com Nov. 3-6, Arizona Classic Jazz Society Festival (15 bands-trad-swing, specialty sets, 4 venues, 2 dance floors), $95 all-events badge, $45 Fri., $50 Sat., $35 Sun., students free on Sun. with accompanying adult paying 1/2 price, tickets at the door, www.azclassicjazz.org, 480-620-3941; Crowne Plaza San Marcos Resort, Chandler, azclassicjazz.org Nov. 3, Maria Muldaur, 8 p.m. Thurs., $25, $40 plus tax, Compound Grill, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale 101 Center (68th St.-Mayo Blvd., 101 @ Scottsdale Road exit), west-end building, 480-5855483, thecompoundgrill.com Nov. 4, Jazz Vespers (Bob Ravenscroft-keys, Dwight Kilian-bass, Rob Moore-drums, Richard Parrish-spoken word, Mario Barnabe-visuals), 7:30 p.m., Fri, free, Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, 1159 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, 480-507-0742. Nov. 4, Orquesta Filarmónica de Sonora, 8 p.m., free, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale 85251, reservations required @ 480-499-TKTS (8587), info ScottsdalePerformingArts.org Nov. 4, Sonoran Serenade Big Band: “Mask”querade (benefit for Foothills Caring Corps), costumes encouraged, free swing dance lesson, cocktails 6:30 pm, dinner-dancing 7-10 pm, $75, Tohono Ballroom, second level @ El Pedregal, 34505 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 85266, reservations to 480-488-1105 or FoothillsCaringCorps.com Nov. 4, “Rare Affair”: Bad Cactus Brass Band, 67 p.m. Fri., Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale 85256, 866-877-9897, $30$175. Nov. 4, “Jazz Under the Stars”: Latin Jazz and Salsa: Manteca, 7:30 p.m. Fri., for Tucson Jazz Society, $20 advance, $25 at door, $15 TJS

members, $10 students/active military with ID, 7:30 p.m. Fri. for Tucson Jazz Society, $20 advance, $25 at door, $15 TJS members, $10 students/active military with ID, Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson 85704, info TJS 520-903-1265 or tucsonjazz.org. Nov. 5, Sergio Mendez, 8 p.m. Sat., $39, $49, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org Nov. 5-6, La Gran Fiesta: A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage and Culture, music, dance, food, free, noon-6 p.m. Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun., outdoors at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org Nov. 6, Inner Journeys (Bob Ravenscroftkeyboards, Dwight Kilian-bass, Rob Mooredrums), 3 pm Sun., free, King of Glory Lutheran Church, 2085 E Southern Ave, Tempe, 480-8380477. Nov. 6, Scottsdale Community College Jazz Orchestra, 4 p.m. Sun., $10, $7-students/seniors, ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road (west off Rose Lane), Scottsdale, 480-596-2660, asukerr.com. Nov. 8, Margo Reed w/ Armand Boatman Trio (Boatman-piano, Dwight Kilian-bass, Dom Moiodrums), 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tues., Musicians Union Hall, 1202 E. Oak St., Phoenix 85006, 602-2548838; free to union members, $5 nonmembers, $3 students, free for children under 12, first in monthly series celebrating 100th anniversary of Phoenix Federation of Musicians Local 586 AFM; BYOB; food/wine/beer/spirits available at Tuck Shop, 2245 N. 12th St., Phoenix 85006, 602-354-2980. Nov. 10, Stanley Jordan-guitar, 8 pm Thurs., $30, $35, Compound Grill, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd, Phoenix 85054, 480-585-5483, thecompoundgrill.com Nov. 11, Bad Cactus Brass Band, Veterans Day Parade: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Fri., Central Phoenix.

Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602-262-4727, info: alwunhouse.org or 602-253-7967. Nov. 13, Mike Crotty-Deater O'Neill Quintet: “Sounds at Solel,” 2 p.m., followed by dessert reception,$20 before Nov. 4, $25 after, Temple Solel, 6805 E. McDonald Drive, Paradise Valley 85253, 480-991-7414 or azarchan@templesolel. Nov. 13, Arizona Musicfest's “Jazz on the Rocks”: Armand Boatman Trio + Joe Corralflute, 3 p.m. Sun., $100, private home, seating for 80, 480-488-0806. Nov. 14, Jazz Under the Stars, PVCC Big Band, Puma Jazz Ensemble, 7 p.m. Mon., free, outdoor amphitheater @ Paradise Valley Community College, 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix 85032, 602787-7738. Nov. 15, Bruce Gates Consortium Big Band: “The Best Playing the Best” (trumpets-Bruce Gates, Dave Coolidge, Denny Monce, Coby Boyce, trombones-Bill Tole, Rob Boone, Steve McAllister, Matt Lennex; saxes-Mike Crotty, Eric Rasmussen, Dave Schmidt, Adam Roberts, Paul Brewer; piano-Nick Manson, bass-Tom Williams, drums-John Lewis), 7:30 p.m. Tues., $20 reserved, $18 seniors/students-reserved; $16 general, $14-students/seniors; ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85253, 480-596-2660, asukerr.com ** Nov. 15, Jazz in AZ Jam Session led by Jeremy Lappitt-reeds, Jeff Lipman-guitar, 7:30 p.m. Tues., Compound Grill, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd, Phoenix 85054, 480-585-5483, thecompoundgrill.com Nov. 15, Kneebody (progressive jazz), 8-11 p.m. Tues., Rhythm Room, 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602-265-4842, rhythmroom.com; also 2 free clinics-performances: 4 p.m. Tues. Nov. 15, Scottsdale Community College, 9000 E. Chaparral Rd., Scottsdale, 480-423-6723, and 2-4 p.m. Wed. Nov. 16, Phoenix College, 1202 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix 85013, 602-285-7271.

Nov. 11, Eldar Djangirov-piano, 7 p.m. Fri., $25, $30, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, theMIM.org

Nov. 16, ASU Jazz Combos & Heatwave Vocal Jazz Ensemble: Beatles Songbook, 7:30 p.m. Wed., free, Fifth Floor Recital Hall, ASU School of Music, Music Building, Mill Avenue and Apache Boulevard, Tempe, 480-965-5348.

Nov. 11, Tera Crisalida-guitar-vocals, Glenn Stern-bass, 7-9 p.m., Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd. # 1515 Phoenix85050-4235. Nov. 12, “Jazz and Blues Under The Stars”: Joe Bourne + Octet, fund-raiser for Community Performing Arts Center (CPAC), Green Valley.

Nov. 18, Kathy Kosins-vocals, Tamir Hendelmanpiano, 8 p.m. Fri., Tempe Center for the Arts, Lakeside Room, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, 480-350-2822, lakeshoremusic.org

Nov. 13, Alwun House Benefit: art auction/live jazz, 2-6 p.m. Sun., Shemer Art Center, 5005 E.

Nov. 18, Bad Cactus Brass Band-swing dance, MU After Dark series, ASU Memorial Union Ballroom, Tempe 85287, 480-965-5310, free.

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Jazz Calendar, continued from previous page Nov. 19, Servant Song (Vicki McDermitt-vocals, LuAnne Roberson-vocals, Ann Kelley-vocals, Chris Pena-keys, Dwight Kilian-bass, Rob Moore-drums), 7 pm Sat., free, Velda Rose UMC, 5540 E Main Street, Mesa, 480-832-2111. Nov. 19, Steppin' Out with Ben Vereen, 8 p.m. Sat., $49, $59, $139, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org Nov. 19, Kathy Kosins-vocals, Tamir Hendelmanpiano, 7:30 p.m., JW Marriott Starr Pass, 3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd., Tucson Jazz Society event, 520903-1265, tucsonjazz.org. ** Nov. 20, Renee Patrick CD Release Party (Patrick-vocals, Judy Roberts-keys, Neal Serokabass guitar, Stan Sorenson-guitar), 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 480-9940807. Nov. 20, SoulScapes (Vicki McDermitt-vocals, Chris Pena'-keyboards, Dwight Kilian-bass, Rob Moore-drums, Richard Parrish-spoken word, Mario Barnabe-visuals), 9:20 a.m. Sun., free, Velda Rose UMC, 5540 E Main Street, Mesa, 480832-2111. Nov. 22, Mesa Jazz Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Tues., $5/$3 with student ID, 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. Nov. 25-26, Joe Bourne: "Tohono Chul Holiday Nights," Tohono Chul, Tucson. Nov. 28, ASU Latin Jazz Band (Dom Moio, director), 7:30 p.m. Mon., $5, Madcap Theater, 730 S. Mill Ave.,Ste 101, Tempe, 480-634-5192. Nov. 29, Sonoran Serenade (dance), 7 p.m. Tues., $15 + sales tax,Compound Grill, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85054, 480-585-5483, thecompoundgrill.com, 7 p.m. free ballroom dance lesson by Misha Pemberton, band performs 7:30-10 pm, call to reserve tables. Nov. 29, Glendale Community College Jazz Combos, 7:30 p.m. Tues., free, GCC MU2-Room 151, 6000 W. Olive Ave. Glendale, info 623-8453725 (Dave Schmidt) Nov. 29, ASU Jazz Repertory Band (Jeffrey Libman, director), 7:30 p.m. Tues., free, Katzin Concert Hall, ASU School of Music, Mill Avenue @ Apache Blvd., Tempe, 480-965-5348. Nov. 29, SCC Jazz Combos, 7 p.m. Tues., free, Scottsdale Community College, 9000 E. Chaparral Road, Scottsdale.

Nov. 30, Superstition Jazz Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Wed. , Phoenix College, 1202 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix 85013, 602-285-7271. Nov. 30, Bad Cactus Brass Band holiday concert, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wed., Glendale Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Ave., Glendale 85308, 623930-3830, free.

Dec. 1-30, Margo, Francine, Mellody, Michael Reed (22 nights during Las Noches de las Luminarias: Dec. 1-4, 8-11, 15-23, 26-30), Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix 85008, 480-941-1225; $25 adults, $12.50 children; members: $20 adults, $10 children. Dec. 2, Bad Cactus Brass Band-swing dance, 911 p.m. Fri., Al Moro Dance Studio, 806 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix 85014, 602-502-6909.

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Jazz Calendar, continued from previous page Dec. 2-4, Tempe Arts Festival, along Mill Avenue, Tempe, 10 am-dusk, free, Festival Stage (located on 7th Street just west of Mill Ave.): Fri.: Flamenco guitar; Sat.: Country; Sun. 11 am - 5 pm: vocalists + Jazz Alive (Joel Robin-piano, Bob Lashier-bass, Cleve Huff drums), 11 am Margo Reed, 1 pm Delphine Cortez, 3 pm Hope Morgan. Dec. 3, PVCC Jazz Combos, 5 p.m. Sat., free, Studio Theater/M-East building, Paradise Valley Community College, 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix AZ 85032, 602-787-7738. Dec. 3, ARTrageous: An Evening on Broadway w/ Marvin Hamlisch, Linda Eder, J. Mark McVey, 8:30 p.m. Sat., $95, *$350, *$500 (*VIP tickets include cocktails, gourmet seated dinner, reception), Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org Dec. 3, “Puttin' on the Ritz”: Jan Sandwich Quintet (Jan Sandwich-vocals, Frank Smithkeys, Madeline Roberts-guitar, Ted Sitrunk-bass, Dom Moio-drums), forrmal black-tie Christmas dinner dance, 7:30-11:30 p.m. Sat., $50 per person, $100 per couple, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish Center, 3801 N. Miller Road, Scottsdale. Dec. 4, Original Wildcat Jass Band, 1-4 p.m. Sun., Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort, One San Marcos Place, Chandler, Arizona Classic Jazz Society event, $10 members, $15 non-members, under 18 free, 480-620-3941, azclassicjazz.org Dec. 5, ASU Concert Jazz Band (Michael Kocour, director), 7:30 p.m. Mon. (preceded by 6:30 p.m. Kocour talk), $10, free for students with ID, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org Dec. 5, Glendale Community College Big Bands, 7:30 p.m. Mon., free, GCC Performing Arts Center, 6000 W. Olive Ave. Glendale, info 623-845-3725 (Dave Schmidt). Dec. 6, ASU Jazz Combos, 10:30 a.m. Tues., “Kerr Coffee Series,” free, ASU Kerr Cultural Center, ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road (west off Rose Lane), Scottsdale, 480-596-2660, RSVP required. Dec. 6, “Gershwin and Friends”: Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel, 7:30 p.m. Tues., $29, $39, with “Keyboard in the Sky” video display, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org ** Dec. 7, Marion Meadows & Friends: “Jazz for the Holidays” (Meadows-saxes, Steve Culppiano, Mario Mendivil-bass, Jabari-drums), 7:30 p.m. Wed., $24, $29-reserved, presented by Jazz in AZ and ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N.

Nov. 22 Scottsdale Community College Jazz Orchestra & ASU Concert Jazz Band

live jazz every Tuesday 7-10pm

Scottsdale Road (west off Rose Lane), Scottsdale, 480-596-2660.

$80; Mesa Arts Center, One East Main St., Mesa 85201, 480-644-6500.

Dec. 7, SCC Jazz Showcase (+ scholarship awards presented by George Benson), 7:30 p.m. Wed., $7, Scottsdale Community College Performing Arts Center, 9000 E. Chaparral Road, Scottsdale, 480- 423-6000 or scottsdalecc.edu.

Dec. 15, Bad Cactus Brass Band, Out to Lunch concert series: 12:30-1:30 p.m. Thurs., Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa 85211, 480-644-6500, free.

Dec. 7, PVCC Jazz Ensembles, 7:30 p.m. Wed., free, Studio Theater/M-East building, Paradise Valley Community College, 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix AZ 85032, 602-787-7738.

Dec. 17, Jazz Holiday Celebration: Marty Ashby Trio + local musicians, 7 p.m. Sat., $25, Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix 85050, 480-478-6000, themim.org

Dec. 10, Go Tell It on the Mountain: The Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show, 8 p.m. Sat., $39, $49, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org

** Dec. 18, Norman Simmons-Sheila Earley Quartet (Simmons-piano, Earley-drums, Tony Vacca-sax, Warren Jones-bass), 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

Dec. 12 Sonoran Serenade Big Band, Heritage of Carefree, 36590 N. Pima Road #3481, Carefree 85377; 6:30 p.m. Mon., seventh annual holiday concert, free., refreshments, donations for Phoenix Children's Hospital, no reservations required, open seating, 480-488-1622, heritagecarefree.com/index.php

Dec. 21, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's Wild and Swingin' Holiday Party ('40s-'50s swing-revival band), 7:30 p.m. Wed., $39, $49, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Ave., Scottsdale, 480-994-2787, scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Dec. 13, Pete Pancrazi, noon-1 p.m. Tues., Mayo Hospital, 5777 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix. ** Dec. 13, Jazz in AZ Jam Session led by Dave Henning-piano, 7:30 p.m. Tues., $5, $3 students, Compound Grill, 7000 E. Mayo Blvd, Phoenix 85054, 480-585-5483, thecompoundgrill.com Dec. 14, Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour 2011 w/ Rick Braun-tpt, Jonathan Butler-guitarvocals, Candy Dulfer-sax, 7:30 p.m. Wed., $52,

Dec. 31, Rick Braun, Euge Groove, Jonathan Butler, Tucson Jazz Society's annual New Year's Eve Gala, JW Marriott Starr Pass, 3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd., Tucson Jazz Society event, 520-9031265, tucsonjazz.org. ** 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

NEW Jazz in AZ Membership Levels & Application Effective September 1, 2011

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 activities of the organization, while reaping benefits commensurate with your level of support.. Jazz Youth Level - Free Individual membership offered to students under the age of 21 shall consist of the following benefits: Free admission to regular JiA member parties 50% off KERR concert tickets Access to scholarships, performance and workshop opportunities

Jazz Sustainers Circle - This is a leadership level for those individuals who are truly committed to sustaining Jazz in the community. Each of the levels in the Sustainers Circle shall be for an Individual membership as well as an additional guest and shall consist of all benefits of Jazz Supporter, Contributor, and Jazz Fan levels, plus: Jazz Aficionado - $500-$999 Individual membership that shall consist of the following benefits: Recognition in newsletter, website, and programs as Jazz Aficionado Two (2) free tickets of choice to two (2) JiA concerts at Kerr during membership term Free admission for member and guest to JiA monthly parties

Jazz Fan - $50 Individual membership that shall consist of the following benefits: Jazz newsletter JiA appreciation gift $5 discount off the $15 admission fee to JiA monthly parties

Jazz Patron - $1,000-$2,499 Individual membership that shall consist of the following benefits: Recognition in newsletter, website, and programs as Jazz Patron Two (2) free tickets of choice to four (4) JiA concerts at Kerr during membership term Free admission for member and guest 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 events Discounts on concerts and other select events Special pricing on KERR concerts $10 discount off the $15 admission fee 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 Benefactor Four (4) free tickets of choice to three (3) JiA concerts at Kerr during membership term Free admission for member and guest 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 parties Advance 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 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). 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.

Jazz Maestro - $5,000+ Individual membership that shall consist of the following benefits: Recognition in newsletter, website, and programs as Jazz Maestro Four (4) free tickets of choice to four (4) JiA concerts at Kerr during membership term Free admission for member and guest to JiA monthly parties 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.

Membership Name____________________________________________________________________ Address____________________________________________________________________________ City____________________________________State____________ Zip Code __________________ Phone ________________________ E-mail_______________________________________________ Names of additional Household members (@ ½ rate) or up to two Business representatives (included): __________________________________________ ______________________________________

Note: Current memberships will continue at their original terms until expiration. Members may upgrade to new levels at any time.

New Member

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Contribution Total Amount enclosed $________________

Please include the original or a photocopy of this entire membership application with your check. Thank you. Make check payable to: Jazz in AZ. Mail to: Jazz in AZ, P. O. Box 2913, Scottsdale, AZ 85252-2913 x x

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 VENUES Compiled for Jazz in AZ by Patricia Myers, psmyers1@cox.net (Bookings are subject to change; call to confirm) SCOTTSDALE-FOUNTAIN HILLS-PV American Legion Post #44, 7145 E. Second St., Scottsdale, 480-941-9053, Swingtime Jazz Quartet, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wed., food, dancing. 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. Nov. 18, Dec. 6, free. 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. Nov.11, Sat. Nov. 12. Borgata, 6166 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 85253, 480-951-8245, courtyard series, 3-5 p.m. Sat.: Nov. 26, Pam Morita Trio (Morita-vocals-piano, Bob Lashier-bass, Emerson Laffey-drums); Dec. 17, Beth Lederman Trio (Lederman-keys, Felix Sainzbass, Emerson Laffey-drums). 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. 2nd Tues., Nov. 15 & Dec. 13, $5/$3 students; also, Papa John DeFrancesco Quartet, $5, 7:30 p.m. Tues. Nov. 1; Anthony Mazzella, 8 p.m. Wed. Nov. 9; Jerry Lawson & Frank Smith Quartet, 8:30 p.m. Fri. Nov. 12, $20, $25; Mesa Jazz Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Tues. Nov. 22, $5; Sonoran Serenade Big Band-dance, 7 p.m. Tues. Nov. 29, $15 plus tax, free ballroom dance lesson at 7 p.m. Eddie V's Prime Seafood, 15323 N. Scottsdale Road (Scottsdale Quarter), Scottsdale, 480-5388468, music nightly, including Renee Patrick, Diana Lee, Pam Morita, more. Fifth and Wine, 7051 E. Fifth Ave., Scottsdale 85251, 480-699-8001, Stan Sorenson-guitar, Steve Douglas-bass, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sat. Nov. 12 & Fri. Nov. 25; Stan Sorenson Trio, 7-10 p.m. Dec. 31; food. Houston's, 6113 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480-922-7775: Jerry Donato Band, 5:30-9 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. Hyatt Resort Gainey Ranch, 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, Scottsdale, 480-444-1234, lobby stage: Sirocco Trio, 6-7:30 p.m. Thurs. RELOCATION Jazz in the Hills @ Holiday Inn, 12800 N. Saguaro Blvd. (across from Octagon),

Fountain Hills, reservations to 480-816-9047 or 602810-7447; info 480-837-4882 or 480-837-9661: Nov. 4, Armand Boatman's BeBop Revolution; Nov. 11, Floote Prints; Nov. 18, Armand Boatman Trio + Margo Reed (fund-raiser concert); Nov. 25, no music; Dec. 1, Armand Boatman w/ Mike Crotty Quartet; Dec. 9, Jack Radavich Ensemble; Dec. 16, Dan Delaney-Chris Stewart Christmas concert; Dec. 23, Armand Boatman-Fred Forney Christmas concert; Dec. 30, no music. 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. (Reedvocals, 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: Nov. 20, Renee Patrick-vocals, Judy Roberts-keys, Neal Seroka-Stan Sorenson-guitars; Dec. 18, Norman Simmons-Sheila Earley Quartet (Simmons-piano, Earley-drums, Tony Vacca-sax, Warren Jones-bass), open to public ($15), info 480994-0807. Lon's at Hermosa Inn, 5532 E. Palo Cristi Road, Paradise Valley, 602-955-7878, Larry Reed-pianovocals, Dennis Sexton-bass, 10 a.m. 2 p.m. Sun brunch; Stan Sorenson-guitar, Mike King-bass, 6:309:30 p.m. Thurs. on patio; food, drink. Malee's Thai Bistro, 7131 E. Main St., Scottsdale, 480-947-6042: Renee Patrick-vocals, Judy Robertskeys-vocals, 6-9 p.m. Mon. NEW Marcellino's Ristorante, 7114 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale, 480-990-9500, 7-10 p.m. Nov. 19, Dec. 3, Tera Crisalida-guitar-vocals, Glenn Sternbass. Mayo Clinic, 12400 E. Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, 480301-8000, noon-1 p.m. Wed. free: Nov. 10, Margo Reed; Nov. 23, Ron Jean; Nov. 30 Nick Manson; Dec. 14, Pete Pancrazi; Dec. 21, Trio 380. NEW 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, 4-7 p.m. Thurs. NEW Montelucia Resort, 4949 E. Lincoln Drive @ Tatum, Paradise Valley: Mbar of Prado Restaurant: Mel Bridges, 8-11 p.m. Fri. or Sat., montelucia.com Remington's, 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480-951-5101: 6-11 p.m. Tues., Danny Long-pianovocals, Judy Roberts-keys-vocals, Tony Vacca-sax; 6-11 p.m. Wed., Judy Roberts-piano-vocals + Margo Reed-vocals-7-11 p.m. second Tues; 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thurs., Rags Allen-piano-vocals; 7-11 p.m. Thurs., Judy Roberts-piano-vocals, Renee Patrick-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. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Renegade After Darkâ&#x20AC;? & 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday Brunch: Nov. 5, Tatum Quartet; Nov. 6, Mark DeCozio; Nov. 12, Trio 380; Nov. 13, Alice Tatum; Nov. 19, Karizzma; Nov. 20, Alice Tatum; Nov. 26, Mark DeCozio; Nov. 27, Alice Tatum; Dec. TBA. Sacred Grounds Jazz (coffeehouse @Scottsdale Congregational United Church of Christ auditorium), 4425 N. Granite Reef Rd. (east of Hayden, south of Camelback), Scottsdale, 480-9462900, scucc.com, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Thurs., $5 donation, coffee-desserts on sale: Nov. 3, Jeff Libman; Nov. 10, Fred Forney; Nov. 17, Bob Ravenscroft "Inner Journeys"; Nov. 24, Thanksgiving/closed; Dec.1, Mike Kocour with ASU Jazz Combos; Dec. 8, Dmitri Matheny's "Snow Cat"; Dec. 15, Joe Hopkins 52nd Street Band; Dec. 22, Mike Crotty & Deater O'Neill- "Have Yourself a Jazzy Little Christmas"; Dec. 29, Papa John DeFrancesco-organ, Joe Costello-drums. Sanctuary Resort, 5700 E. McDonald Drive, Paradise Valley, 800-245-2051, sanctuaryoncamelback.com, Dennis Rowland Jazz Experience, Sat. Nov. 26. NEW Sassi, 10455 E. Pinnacle Peak Parkway, Scottsdale 85255, 480-502-9095: Khani Cole Band, 6 p.m. Fri-Sat. through Nov. Scottsdale Ranch Clubhouse, 100th St. (1/2 block south of Shea Blvd.), Scottsdale, 7-9 p.m. Mon. Nov. 7, Dec. 12, jazz combo led by Dave Friedmantpt + 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 Alveyvocals. 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 (Odenpiano-vocals, Ray Carter-bass-vocals, Bob McKeondrums), 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, 480945-6346, winfieldscafe.com, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fri. free, coffee-desserts on sale: Nov. 4, AZ Big Band; Nov. 11, Ozuna/Gross Quartet with Andy Gross on saxophone, Dwight Killian on bass, John Lewis on

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Jazz Venues, continued from previous page drums and Mike Ozuna on guitar; Nov. 18 – TBA; Nov. 25, no jazz; Dec. TBA. PHOENIX & WEST VALLEY NEW Copper Blues, 50 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix (Cityscape), 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wed., Sugar Thieves, dance-Arizona Lindy Hop Society, info 602-7172787, azlindy@gmail.com NEW Duck and Decanter, 1651 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix 85016, 602-274-5429, David Bernsteinguitar-vocals, Devon Bridgewater-trumpet/violin, 1-4 p.m. Sat. Nov. 19, Dec.10. NEW Hob Nob's, 149 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, Phoenix College Jazz Combos, 7:30 pm Fri. Nov. 4, Dec. 2, free. Jazz for the Soul @ New Hope Covenant Church, 8217 W. Country Gables, Peoria 85381 (east of 101 between Thunderbird & Bell), 623-412-2234, free, 68 p.m. Sun. Nov. 13, Mike Ozuna-guitar, Andrew Gross-sax, Ted Sistrunk-bass, Rob Moore-drums; Dec. 11, Margo Reed-vocals, Armand Boatmanpiano, Dwight Kilian-bass, Rob Moore-drums. 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. Nov. 26, Andrew Gross-sax Dick Curtis-guitar, David Valdivia-keys, Vic Kottner-bass, Tim Downs-drums; Dec. 17, Dick Curtis-guitar, David Valdivia-keys, Buddy Apfel-bass, Nicolas Abramowicz drums; food. Lost Leaf, 914 N. Fifth St. @ Roosevelt, Phoenix, 602-258-0014: Running From Bears (Eric Rasmussen-alto, Adam Roberts-tenor, Jeff Libmanguitar, Andrew Schiller-bass, Ryan thony-drums), 9 p.m.-midnight Nov. 14, Dec. 12; Jiggle (Bryon Ruth, Scott Zimmer, Ted Sistrunk, Wes Anderson), Nov. 7, Dec. 5; 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., food, lucishealthymarketplace.com Mayo Hospital, 5777 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, 480515-6296: noon-1 p.m. Tues., free: Sept. 6, Nancy Gee; Sept. 27, Vicki McDermitt; Oct. 4, Chris Stewart; Nov. 9, Margo Reed. 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, FriSat., eatatpolos.com CLOSED Paisley Violin Café: closed during relocation to 925 Grand Ave., Phoenix, 602-2547843, thepaisley.com. NEW Phoenix College, 1202 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix 85013, 602-285-7271: 3 p.m. Wed. Nov. 2

Jazz Forum-jam session, band hall; 7:30 p.m. Thurs. Nov. 10, jazz combos; 2-4 p.m. Wed. Nov. 16, Kneebody clinic/performance; 7:30 p.m. Thurs Nov. 17, jazz combos; 7:30 p.m. Wed. Nov. 30, Superstition Jazz Orchestra.

NEW 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. Nov. 26, Dec. 3, food, downunderwinebar.com

Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 2401 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602-468-0700, Nicole Pesce-piano, noon & 3 p.m. Wed-Sat.+ Sat. night.

Fired Up Grill, 7131 E. Ray Road (formerly 56 East @ Casa Paloma Shopping Center, via I-10 & Ray Road), Chandler, 480-940-4040: jazz jamled by Aebi-Coulson Jazz Trio + Jimmy Nistico-sax, Tim Downs-drums, 7-10 p.m. Sun.

NEW Ruffino Italian Cuisine, 4902 E. Warner Road, Phoenix 85044; 480-893-8544: Dan Pinsonsaxes-flute-vocals, 7-10 pm Sat. Nov. 5, ruffinoaz.com NEW Royal Palms Inn, 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, “Beer, Burgers and Jazz” NEW Seasons 52, 2502 E. Camelback Road (east end Biltmore Fashion Park), Phoenix 85016, 602840-5252, some jazz including Pam Morita-pianovocals, 6-10 p.m. Sun. Nov. 6. St. Francis, 111 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602200-8111, Dennis Rowland-vocals, Paul Shermankeys, Felix Sainz-bass. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Sun. brunch; stfrancisaz.com. Union Hills Country Club, 9860 W. Lindgren Ave. Sun City, 623-974-5888, 7 p.m. Wed. Nov. 13, Bad Cactus Brass Band, $5. EAST VALLEY (Tempe-Chandler-Gilbert-MesaApache Junction) RESUMED 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, Nov. 5, Dec. 3; Lyn Jackson-vocals, Nov. 12, Dec. 10; Laurie Fagen-vocals, Beth Lederman-keys, Nov. 19; Vandal-Hancock Duo, Matt Vandal/Devon Hancockjazz guitars, Nov. 26; Laurie Fagen- vocals,Frank Smith-keys, Dec. 17. Asia Restaurant, 1236 E. Baseline, Ste. 102, Mesa, 480-892-0688, Renee Patrick-vocals, Steve Denney-keys-vocals, Floyd Roberson-drums, 7:3010:30 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 & drink: 7-9 p.m. Wed. Nov. 2, ZAZU w/ Steve Douglas-bass, Alan Ames-guitar; Nov. 9, Stan Sorenson; Nov. 16, Stu Siefer Combo (Siefer-sax, Simon Ames-guitar, Santo Maglio-keys, Felix Sainz-bass); jamnjazzproductions.com, 480-966-0812. NEW Dema's, NW corner Power and Williams Field Road, Mesa, 85295, 480-988-7223, Ted Newmanguitar-vocals, Danny Shannon-el.bass + guests, 68:30 p.m. Tues.

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, 710 p.m. Fri. Nov. 4; Sorenson Duo, 7-10 p.m. Sat. Nov. 5; Mill Avenue Jazz Duo, (John Mitchell-piano, Uwe Weiestall-bass), 7-10 p.m. Sat. Nov. 26; food. La Stalla Cucina Rustica, 68 W. Buffalo St., Chandler, 480-855-9990, lastallacr.com, Laurie Fagen-vocals, Richard Palalay-keys, 6-9 p.m. Sun. Nov. 13; Laurie Fagen-vocals, Frank Smith-keys, Sun. Dec. 4; Vandal-Hancock Duo (Matt VandalDevon Hancock-jazz guitars), 6-9 p.m. Nov. 27, Dec. 18. 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): 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. Jazz Brunch: Delphine Cortez-Joel Robin Jazz Duo, first-third Sun.; Bridget & The Aug Jazz Duo, second-fourth Sun. Mesa Active Adult Center, 247 N. Macdonald St., Mesa, 480-962-5612, Burgie Crandall's Big Band, 13:30 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. (Nov. 9), all-ages jam session led by Caleb Veazey-guitar, Branson Nejame-piano, Jerome Salazar-bass, Kevin Phillipsdrums. 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, 480844-7437, Cheryl's Mardi Gras Jazz Band (Cheryl Thurston-piano, Gary Church-cornet, Joe Hopkinsclarinet, Roy Calhoun-drums), 6-8 p.m. 1st & 3rd 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.

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NEW Red, White & Brew, 4850 S. Gilbert Rd, Chandler 85249, 480.305.6993, rwbaz.com, 7-9:30 p.m. Thurs., Delphine Cortez-vocals, Joel Robinkeys, Cleve Huff-drums. 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. (Sept. 14 etc.), food. NEW Vine Expressions, 1030 S. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, 480-633-0730, Last Call (Ted Stanny-guitar, Doug Stanny-drums, Selwyn Reams-bass); 7-10 p.m. Thurs. Nov. 3, 10. Warren's Jazz Bistro, 1451 E. Williams Field Road, (SW corner Val Vista Road behind Kohl's), Gilbert, 480-899-5299: 6-9 p.m. Sun. jam; Smooth Groove/other bands, Thurs.-Fri-Sat.; warrenjazzbistro.com NEW Wine Cellar, 5030 E. Warner Road, Ahwatukee 85044, 480-598-9463, mywinecellarphx.com, String Theory (Doug Arnoldguitar-vocals, Shawn Manske-bass-vocals), 7-9:30 p.m. Sat. Sept. 10, food. NEW Venue 104 (Performance Café), 940 E. University, Tempe, 480-256-0166, venue104.com: 710 p.m. Tues., free: college bands: Nov. 22, Scottsdale Community College Jazz Orchestra & ASU Concert Jazz Band. NEW Vine Expressions, 1030 S. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, 480-633-0730: 7-10 p.m. Nov. 3, Last Call Jazz (Ted Stanny-guitar, Doug Stanny- drums, Selwyn Reams- bass). AROUND AZ FLAGSTAFF

NEW 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. Nov. 13, $19.95, info-reservations, 928-4452970. Raven Cafe, 142 N. Cortez St., Prescott 86301, 928-717-0009: Bad Cactus Brass Band, 8-11 p.m. Fri. Nov. 4, ravencafe.com SEDONA Dahl & DiLuca Restaurant, 2321 W. Hwy 89A, Sedona, 928-282-5219: Les Czimber-solo piano, 710 p.m. Thurs; Czimber + Sean Brogan-bass, 7-10 p.m. Fri-Sat.; Steve Sandner-piano-vocals, 7-10 p.m. Tues.-Wed. Enchantment Resort, 525 Boynton Canyon Road, Sedona, 928-282-2900, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. brunch, Les Czimber-piano. Ken's Creekside Gypsy Lounge, Creekside Plaza, 251 Hwy 179, Sedona, 928-282-1705, Rosemary Chavez-vocals + Steve Sandner-keys, 6-9 p.m., Thanksgiving Day, Thurs. Nov. 24; Chavez-vocals + David Vincent Mills-keys, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Christmas Day, Sun. Dec. 25. NEW Sedona Hilton (lounge), 90 Ridge Trail, Sedona 86351: Lake Aurich-guitar, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wed., Sat.

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NEW Wine Loft, 17 N. San Francisco St. #2A, Flagstaff 86001, 928-773-9463: ZAZU (Lake AurichLarry 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. Nov. 13, $5 donation: Renee Patrick-vocals, Judy Roberts-piano, CD release party; Dec. 13, Pete Pancrazi-guitar: Jazzy Christmas, info-rsvp - gerry-reynolds@hotmail.com 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.

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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. NEW University of Arizona, UA Crowder Hall, 1017 N. Olive Ave., Tucson 85721, MusiCall: 520621-2998, box office 520-621-1162, music.arizona.edu or arizona.tix.com: Nov. 1, UA Concert Jazz Band and Combo, 7:30 p.m., free; Nov. 2, “Music of the Roaring '20s” – UA Archive Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., $9, $7, $5; Nov. 21, UA Studio Jazz Ensemble and Combo, 7:30 p.m., $5. OTHER SOURCES: Jazz in AZ, JazzinAZ.org, 480-994-0807 Tucson Jazz Society, tucsonjazzsociety.org, 520903-1265 KJZZ, 91.5 fm radio, KJZZ.org Arizona Classic Jazz Society, 480-620-3941, azclassicjazz.org Prescott Jazz Summit, prescottjazz.com Prescott Jazz Society, pjsjazz.org Lindy Hop Society, azswingnetwork.com Phoenix Blues Society, phoenixblues.org AZWeekly Magazine, azweeklymagazine.com, free

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

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