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SUMMARY:Spiritual Thing: Sound Healing
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in this intentional\, exhilarating and safe container of sonic bliss! Hear and feel why these artists have sold out every ASU Kerr show\, and be welcomed into the positive community connecting through Spiritual Thing. \n\n\n\nBack for a fourth round of heart-opening joy\, Spiritual Thing brings sound healing to a new level\, offering you a one-of-a-kind hypnotic\, analog-meets-digital experience crafted to realign mind\, body and spirit. \n\n\n\nTheir sessions feature the vibrations of an amazing menagerie of sacred global instruments including crystal singing bowls\, native flutes\, resonant gongs\, chimes and more.  \n\n\n\nSpiritual Thing merges layers of lush synthesizers\, harmonizing mantras and soothing vocals with the analog warmth of vintage electric piano and the venue’s unique 1899 Steinway grand piano\, then lifts them higher with heavenly effects. \n\n\n\nEncourage balance for yourself and others as you feel these frequencies and dive deeply into the waves of their meditative soundscapes. This is space music in more ways than one. \n\n\n\nIMPORTANT DETAILS: For this event\, guests can choose between three ticketing levels: \n\n\n\n-Traditional seating is available in the pews. \n\n\n\n-For a more meditative experience\, you’re invited to bring your own mat for a pit-level floor or upper level space. Most patrons in these sections lie down for the majority of the event. You are welcome to quietly stretch or sit in your space. \n\n\n\nEach mat space is about 3’x6′ per person on the venue’s tiled floor; keep this in mind when selecting your mat as capacity is extremely limited. If your mat is bigger you may not be accommodated. Please note that mat spaces in the GA Upper Level are also on the floor\, not in a seat. \n\n\n\nFor those purchasing mat space tickets\, we encourage comfortable clothing and recommend bringing these items as you will be on the venue’s tiled floor: \n\n\n\n-yoga or camping mat \n\n\n\n-blanket \n\n\n\n-eye covering \n\n\n\n-pillow \n\n\n\nThese items will not be provided by the venue. The recommended supplies will help you relax more completely and ease into the restorative sound healing practice. \n\n\n\nEach section is general admission\, with no reserved spaces.  \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6:30 p.m. Arriving by this time is encouraged to get the best selection of space or seating. \n\n\n\n$78 for mat space in the pit (GA FLOOR)$68 for mat space on the upper tier (GA UPPER LEVEL)$48 for a pew seat (GA PEWS) \n\n\n\nLivestream ticket also available for $36! Watch from the comfort of your own space\, no in-person attendance for this ticket type. You must email boxoffice@asukerr.com after purchase to provide the name on the ticket order and the email address associated with your YouTube account. You must be signed into the same YouTube/Google account to view the livestream. \n\n\n\n	\n\n			\n			buy livestream ticket
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/spiritual-thing-sound-healing-4/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Let's Rock: From Shakespeare to Tupac
DESCRIPTION:Conceived by Rod Ambrose | Directed by James E. Garcia  \n\n\n\nVisionary Phoenix cultural leader Rod Ambrose invites you to experience the transformative power of spoken word theatricalized in Let’s Rock: From Shakespeare to Tupac. This vibrant “Word Music” showcase features the likes of renowned jazz trumpeter Gabriel Bey\, Culture-Hub PHX founder and poet Chris “Truth-B-Told” Owens\, artist\, poet and choreographer\, Therosia Reynolds and spoken word artist and poet Rashaad Thomas. Under the charged direction of James E. Garcia\, the cast creates a tapestry of voices\, bridging the eloquence of William Shakespeare to the raw\, urban poetry of Tupac Amaru Shakur. The show is infused by themes—love\, justice\, struggle and the enduring activism of hope—that have echoed across generations. Let’s Rock… is more than a performance\, it’s a tribute to language as a force for change\, a testament to the lasting impact of storytelling and the celebration of artistry and activism. 
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/spoken-word-theatre-shakespeare-to-tupac/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260628T140000
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SUMMARY:Let's Rock: From Shakespeare to Tupac
DESCRIPTION:Conceived by Rod Ambrose | Directed by James E. Garcia  \n\n\n\nVisionary Phoenix cultural leader Rod Ambrose invites you to experience the transformative power of spoken word theatricalized in Let’s Rock: From Shakespeare to Tupac. This vibrant “Word Music” showcase features the likes of renowned jazz trumpeter Gabriel Bey\, Culture-Hub PHX founder and poet Chris “Truth-B-Told” Owens\, artist\, poet and choreographer\, Therosia Reynolds and spoken word artist and poet Rashaad Thomas. Under the charged direction of James E. Garcia\, the cast creates a tapestry of voices\, bridging the eloquence of William Shakespeare to the raw\, urban poetry of Tupac Amaru Shakur. The show is infused by themes—love\, justice\, struggle and the enduring activism of hope—that have echoed across generations. Let’s Rock… is more than a performance\, it’s a tribute to language as a force for change\, a testament to the lasting impact of storytelling and the celebration of artistry and activism. 
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/spoken-word-theatre-shakespeare-to-tupac-2/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Rachael Gold and Shannon Wallace
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for our first release of 2026-27 shows go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. July 28. Want early access? Become a Friend of Kerr by joining the VIP Club! Learn more at https://asukerr.com/vipclub. \n\n\n\nWith decades of international performance experience\, Shannon Wallace and Rachael Gold blend their talents into a mix of musical genres. They move across jazz\, contemporary\, Broadway\, classical and original compositions while incorporating humor and storytelling throughout the performance. \n\n\n\nThe show is shaped by both the performers and the audience. Designed to connect with everyone in the room\, each performance is engaging and personal. \n\n\n\nAbout the artists:\n\n\n\nRachael Gold \n\n\n\nRachael Gold is a composer and producer\, as well as a studio and touring musician. Over the past 30-years\, she has performed extensively as a multi-instrumentalist and singer throughout the United States\, Canada and Europe.  \n\n\n\nShe has recorded\, toured and performed with many entertainers including Kathryn Crosby\, Bernadette Peters\, Frankie Valli\, Bob Newhart\, Rob Schneider (SNL)\, Sister Sledge\, The Four Tops\, The Platters\, Donna Summer and William Joseph (David Foster/producer). \n\n\n\nRachael studied at Berklee College of Music in Boston. She graduated from the Dick Grove School of Music in Los Angeles where she studied arranging and composition under legendary composers such as Dick Grove\, Nelson Riddle\, Clare Fischer\, Tom Scott and Lalo Schifrin.  \n\n\n\nGold has produced\, written and performed on albums\, jingles\, TV and film. Her music has been performed and recorded by Mickey Mouse\, Sarah Vaughan\, Sister Sledge\, Eye on Hollywood\, and locally at the Arizona Science Center and Fort McDowell Casino. \n\n\n\nRachael’s favorite quote:  \n\n\n\n“It’s all about the flow.” – Kenny Werner  \n\n\n\nFor more about Rachael: rachaelnicolegold.com \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nShannon Wallace \n\n\n\nAs a professional jazz vocalist\, Shannon Wallace has performed nationally and internationally throughout Europe\, Asia and North America over the past 30-years.   \n\n\n\nWhether performing as the front woman of a 20-piece Big Band Orchestra or leading her own jazz ensembles\, Shannon has worked with George Benson\, Walt Weiskopf (Steely Dan)\, Gloria Reuben (film and TV actress and singer)\, Donny Osmond\, Grammy-winning jazz musicians Marty Ashby and Lewis Nash\, and Charles Lewis\, a beloved local jazz musician and Arizona Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame recipient. \n\n\n\nShannon continues to work in television\, music\, entertainment\, music education and health care. She can be heard and seen as a radio\, television and internet host\, as well as a jingle singer\, but her most passionate work is being in service to humanity through music. \n\n\n\nShannon is a certified dementia practitioner and founder and CEO of Musical Memory Care\, an in-person\, live online and on-demand interactive music and movement workshop that has served participants in 40 countries. \n\n\n\nShannon’s favorite quote:  \n\n\n\n“Ignorance and arrogance are the artist’s indispensable allies. She must be clueless enough to have no idea how difficult her enterprise is going to be\, and cocky enough to believe that she can pull it off anyway.” – Steven Pressfield  \n\n\n\nFor more about Shannon:   \n\n\n\nwww.ShannonWallacesings.com  \n\n\n\nwww.MusicalMemoryCare.com  \n\n\n\nwww.ShannonWallaceMarketing.com 
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/jazz-broadway-concert/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Duo Fuerza\, featuring James D'Leon and Alwen Yeung
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for our first release of 2026-27 shows go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. July 28. Want early access? Become a Friend of Kerr by joining the VIP Club! Learn more at https://asukerr.com/vipclub. \n\n\n\nDuo Fuerza is a piano duo featuring international Steinway artist James D’León and pianist Alwen Yeung. Their four-hand piano concerts combine precision and visual artistry\, and their coordination at one keyboard is as engaging to watch as it is to hear. \n\n\n\nPraised for “exciting pianism filled with highly powerful emotion” and “sensitive playing and touch\,” the duos programs span a diverse repertoire. From Johann Sebastian Bach and Franz Schubert to Astor Piazzolla and George Gershwin\, Duo Fuerza showcases the range of four-hand piano performance. Their performances emphasize color\, nuance and narrative\, transforming familiar works into a shared musical experience. \n\n\n\nA hallmark of their concerts is the “Conversations from the Piano” format\, where the artists share background on each piece\, helping audiences understand the music. \n\n\n\nBeyond the stage\, Duo Fuerza supports education and community engagement through residencies\, masterclasses and outreach initiatives. As ensemble-in-residence at Georgia Southwestern State University\, the duo performs nationwide\, focusing on collaboration and musical connection.
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/duo-fuerza-piano-duo/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for our first release of 2026-27 shows go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. July 28. Want early access? Become a Friend of Kerr by joining the VIP Club! Learn more at https://asukerr.com/vipclub. \n\n\n\n“It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”\, adapted by Joe Landry\, reimagines the classic film as a 1940s radio broadcast performed live on stage\, with a small cast of actors playing multiple characters and using vintage sound effects to tell the story of George Bailey.  \n\n\n\nThe play captures the heartwarming tale of George’s life and the impact he has on his community\, celebrating the power of community\, hope and second chances. Filled with heart\, humor and theatrical magic\, this holiday event is a seasonal tradition for audiences of all ages. \n\n\n\nPresented by Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company\, which also produced “Love Letters” by A.R. Gurney and the original musical revue “Songs From Film.” \n\n\n\nPresented in collaboration with ASU Kerr for four performances Nov. 19-21\, 2026.
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/its-a-wonderful-life-a-live-radio-play/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261120T190000
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SUMMARY:It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for our first release of 2026-27 shows go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. July 28. Want early access? Become a Friend of Kerr by joining the VIP Club! Learn more at https://asukerr.com/vipclub. \n\n\n\n“It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”\, adapted by Joe Landry\, reimagines the classic film as a 1940s radio broadcast performed live on stage\, with a small cast of actors playing multiple characters and using vintage sound effects to tell the story of George Bailey.  \n\n\n\nThe play captures the heartwarming tale of George’s life and the impact he has on his community\, celebrating the power of community\, hope and second chances. Filled with heart\, humor and theatrical magic\, this holiday event is a seasonal tradition for audiences of all ages. \n\n\n\nPresented by Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company\, which also produced “Love Letters” by A.R. Gurney and the original musical revue “Songs From Film.” \n\n\n\nPresented in collaboration with ASU Kerr for four performances Nov. 19-21\, 2026.
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/its-a-wonderful-life-a-live-radio-play-2/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261121T140000
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SUMMARY:It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for our first release of 2026-27 shows go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. July 28. Want early access? Become a Friend of Kerr by joining the VIP Club! Learn more at https://asukerr.com/vipclub. \n\n\n\n“It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”\, adapted by Joe Landry\, reimagines the classic film as a 1940s radio broadcast performed live on stage\, with a small cast of actors playing multiple characters and using vintage sound effects to tell the story of George Bailey.  \n\n\n\nThe play captures the heartwarming tale of George’s life and the impact he has on his community\, celebrating the power of community\, hope and second chances. Filled with heart\, humor and theatrical magic\, this holiday event is a seasonal tradition for audiences of all ages. \n\n\n\nPresented by Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company\, which also produced “Love Letters” by A.R. Gurney and the original musical revue “Songs From Film.” \n\n\n\nPresented in collaboration with ASU Kerr for four performances Nov. 19-21\, 2026.
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/its-a-wonderful-life-a-live-radio-play-3/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for our first release of 2026-27 shows go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. July 28. Want early access? Become a Friend of Kerr by joining the VIP Club! Learn more at https://asukerr.com/vipclub. \n\n\n\n“It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”\, adapted by Joe Landry\, reimagines the classic film as a 1940s radio broadcast performed live on stage\, with a small cast of actors playing multiple characters and using vintage sound effects to tell the story of George Bailey.  \n\n\n\nThe play captures the heartwarming tale of George’s life and the impact he has on his community\, celebrating the power of community\, hope and second chances. Filled with heart\, humor and theatrical magic\, this holiday event is a seasonal tradition for audiences of all ages. \n\n\n\nPresented by Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company\, which also produced “Love Letters” by A.R. Gurney and the original musical revue “Songs From Film.” \n\n\n\nPresented in collaboration with ASU Kerr for four performances Nov. 19-21\, 2026.
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/its-a-wonderful-life-a-live-radio-play-4/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261122T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261122T173000
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SUMMARY:Frank Ferrante's GROUCHO
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this Groucho Marx tribute show! Dubbed “nothing short of masterful” by the Chicago Tribune\, award-winning actor Frank Ferrante recreates his PBS\, New York and London acclaimed stage portrayal of the legendary comedian in this fast-paced\, 90 minutes of hilarity.  \n\n\n\nThe two-act comedy consists of the best Groucho one-liners\, anecdotes and songs including “Hooray for Captain Spalding\,” and “Lydia\, the Tattooed Lady.” The audience literally becomes part of the show as Ferrante ad-libs his way throughout the performance in grand Groucho style.  \n\n\n\nAccompanied by his onstage pianist\, Ferrante portrays the young Groucho of stage and film and reacquaints us with the likes of brothers Harpo\, Chico\, Zeppo and Gummo\, Charlie Chaplin\, W.C. Fields and dignified Marx foil\, Margaret Dumont. A show perfect for all ages!
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/groucho-marx-tribute-show/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Blue Bayou: A Linda Ronstadt Tribute
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for our first release of 2026-2027 shows go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. on Tuesday\, July 28. Want early access? Become a Friend of Kerr by joining the VIP Club! Learn more at https://asukerr.com/vipclub. \n\n\n\nArizona’s Big Zephyr Band brings a rich blend of rock\, blues\, country\, soul and R&B to the ASU Kerr stage for an evening of timeless grooves and heartfelt musicianship\, with songs that feel both familiar and freshly alive. On this special night\, the band turns its focus to the extraordinary life and legacy of Linda Ronstadt. \n\n\n\nFormed in the Valley\, Big Zephyr is known for its tight musicianship\, thoughtful arrangements and the natural chemistry that comes from years of performing together. Drummer and bandleader Bill Babin anchors the group with crisp\, steady rhythms\, while Jaime Lee Frank delivers powerful vocals\, expressive guitar work and flute textures. Mike Edwards drives the bass and vocals\, Russ Edwards and JP Escobedo add layered guitars and harmonies and Dave Herring rounds out the sound on keyboards and vocals. \n\n\n\n“The Blue Bayou: A Linda Ronstadt Tribute” celebrates one of the most versatile and beloved voices in American music. A 12-time Grammy Award winner and Kennedy Center Honoree\, Ronstadt’s career moved effortlessly across rock\, country\, Latin music and the Great American Songbook as it shaped generations along the way. \n\n\n\nFrom Laurel Canyon-era rock classics to country duets with Dolly Parton and Emmylou Harris\, heartfelt traditional Mexican songs and lush Nelson Riddle arrangements\, this performance honors the full spectrum of her artistry. Whether you know her as a rock icon\, a voice of Americana or a trailblazer who refused to be confined by genre\, this evening invites you to rediscover the depth and beauty of her legacy. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a soaring night of music and celebration where timeless songs meet a live performance designed for listeners of every generation\, from lifelong fans to the next wave of music lovers discovering Linda for the first time.
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/big-zephyr-linda-ronstadt-tribute/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270213T193000
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SUMMARY:Big Pete Pearson
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for our first release of 2026-2027 shows go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. on Tuesday\, July 28. Want early access? Become a Friend of Kerr by joining the VIP Club! Learn more at https://asukerr.com/vipclub. \n\n\n\nJoin in celebrating Big Pete’s 80 years on stage and his 90th birthday! \n\n\n\nBig Pete Pearson was born on October 4\, 1936\, and was raised in Austin\, Texas. At nine years old he gave his first performance at a local bar. He became a regular at juke joints such as the Victory Grill\, Charlie’s Playhouse\, Big Mary’s Bar & Grill\, Ernie’s Chicken Shack and Sam’s Showcase. Big Pete has not left the stage since. He is a veteran performer and songwriter of 80 years and has been on many festival and club stages throughout the world.   \n\n\n\nPete came to Phoenix In the 1950s and has been involved in the Phoenix blues scene ever since. His physical stature and strong voice command attention. He is a father figure to many blues men and women who have developed their skills while playing in his band. Being one of the first two people inducted into the Arizona Blues Hall of Fame in 1995 and in the Arizona Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame\, Big Pete is well-known throughout the world. \n\n\n\nIn recent years\, Big Pete has been performing with his European band\, The Gamblers. In the United States\, he performs with his other band\, The Big Pete Pearson Blues Band. \n\n\n\nOver his career\, Big Pete has worked with musicians such as Ray Charles\, B.B. King\, Muddy Waters\, John Lee Hooker\, Tina and Ike Turner\, Big Joe Turner\, Etta James\, Aaron Neville and the Neville Brothers\, Koko Taylor\, Gate Mouth Brown\, Johnny Ace\, T.D. Bell\, Big Mama Thornton\, T-Bone Walker\, Screamin’ J. Hawkins\, Pinetop Perkins\, Joey DeFrancesco\, Buddy Guy\, Janiva Magness\, Erbbie Bowser\, Blues Boy Hubbard\, Candye Kane and many others.    \n\n\n\nBig Pete has recorded several albums. His most notable releases include “One More Drink\,” “I’m Here Baby” — which reached No. 1 worldwide and won best blues album at the Independent Music Awards in 2007 — “Finger in Your Eye\,” and his 2009 release\, “The Screamer.” Since its release\, “The Screamer” has reached No. 1 on blues charts worldwide. \n\n\n\nIn April 2012\, Big Pete released “Choose\,” his first album recorded with the Italian blues band\, The Gamblers. \n\n\n\nToday\, Big Pete can be seen performing in Europe with The Gamblers. Songs from his latest album\, “Stepping Out\,” are played on the TV shows “Chicago Fire” and “Chicago P.D.” \n\n\n\nPete’s band: \n\n\n\nLead guitar: Scotty Spenner \n\n\n\nRhythm guitar: Jim Robertson \n\n\n\nBass: Curt Arndt \n\n\n\nSaxophone: Chris Scowron \n\n\n\nDrums: Claire Griese
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/big-pete-pearson-live/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Dave Stamey
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for our first release of 2026-2027 shows go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. on Tuesday\, July 28. Want early access? Become a Friend of Kerr by joining the VIP Club! Learn more at https://asukerr.com/vipclub. \n\n\n\nDave Stamey has made it his life’s work to celebrate the rural American West. Over the past two decades\, he has recorded 11 albums of original music\, traveled hundreds of thousands of miles and performed thousands of shows in pursuit of that mission. \n\n\n\nHe lives in the far northeastern corner of Tulare County\, California\, where the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains begin just outside his back door. \n\n\n\nThis is cowboy poetry and western song from one of the great heroes of the genre. Dave has sold out every previous ASU Kerr show and prices will go up as the show gets closer; purchasing your tickets ASAP is highly recommended so you don’t miss out on this one!
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/dave-stamey-live/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Charles Lewis Quintet + 1
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for our first release of 2026-2027 shows go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. July 28. Want early access? Become a Friend of Kerr by joining the VIP Club! Learn more at https://asukerr.com/vipclub. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of Latin jazz with perennial ASU Kerr favorite Charles Lewis. Settle in for an uplifting night of lively rhythms and glorious grooves inspired by the music of Latin America\, performed by a true Phoenix jazz legend. \n\n\n\nPianist Charles Lewis shares a special connection to ASU Kerr\, having been a close friend of our namesake\, the late Louise Lincoln Kerr. Through his engaging stage presence and charming storytelling\, he brings to life the music\, the history and spirit of the venue itself. \n\n\n\nWith lush ensemble arrangements and an inviting jazz-club atmosphere\, this performance promises an energetic and joyful evening of live music in one of the Valley’s most intimate listening spaces.
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/charles-lewis-latin-jazz-asu-kerr/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Ken Koshio: A Story of Migration with Our Heartbeats
DESCRIPTION:Tickets for our first release of 2026-2027 shows go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. July 28. Want early access? Become a Friend of Kerr by joining the VIP Club! Learn more at https://asukerr.com/vipclub. \n\n\n\nKen Koshio: A Story of Migration with Our Heartbeats \n\n\n\nA powerful\, one-night-only experience of rhythm\, spirit\, and connection.  \n\n\n\nBorn in Nagoya\, Japan\, and based in the United States since 1998\, Ken Koshio is a singer\, songwriter and taiko artist whose life journey bridges cultures\, histories and traditions. From his early days as a folk-rock musician in Los Angeles to his Thousand Cranes Tour honoring 9/11\, where he carried 10\,000 origami cranes across America to Ground Zero\, Ken’s work has always been rooted in healing\, hope and human connection.  \n\n\n\nNow based in Phoenix\, Ken discovered taiko drumming as a calling within his DNA. Trained by a Hiroshima atomic bombing survivor and certified in Hiroshima Jidaiko\, he carries forward the spirit\, memory and message of peace through rhythm.  \n\n\n\n“A Story of Migration with Our Heartbeats” is a deeply moving journey through music and storytelling\, tracing the migration of humanity. Blending Japanese taiko\, American folk rock and Native American influences\, including collaborations with Hopi artists\, Ken creates a performance that transcends borders and time.  \n\n\n\nAt its core is the heartbeat\, the rhythm shared by all life. Each beat carries resilience\, prayer and the footsteps of our ancestors\, connecting the memory of Hiroshima with the ancient wisdom of indigenous cultures.  \n\n\n\nThis concert is a living prayer.  \n\n\n\nCome experience the heartbeat that connects us all. 
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/ken-koshio-story-of-migration-heartbeats/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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