The Gentleman Doc Holliday performed by Wyatt Earp
2024-02-02 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Phoenix)
Meet the man, not the myth!

“The Gentleman Doc Holliday” was written by Terry Earp; she collaborated with Karen-Holliday Tanner, the closest living relative of Doc Holliday and author of the book; “Doc Holliday – A Family Portrait,” on which the play is primarily based.

This play is truly the real story of the West’s most famous dentist and his journey from one who heals to one who kills.

Delbert Anderson Quartet / D'DAT
2024-02-03 19:30 - 21:30
With the support of visionary multicultural jazz fusion drummers and bassists, Navajo trumpeter Delbert Anderson builds safe havens for Diné melodies to converse with various styles like funk, groove and more via Spinning Songs. Spinning Songs were composed to teach all people stories and traditions of the past, present and future. D’DAT researches Diné melodies of the past for inspiration, performs our stories for today and preserves cultural and indigenous roots music for the future.

Caro Pierotto - Sambalismo!
2024-02-07 19:30 - 21:30
Commanding rooms with her presence from the first note, globe-trotting GRAMMY nominee Caro Pierotto brings her Brazilian samba celebration program to the warm acoustics of ASU Kerr.

With an enchanting vintage vocal style and a repertoire that includes forró, reggae, soul and pop, Caro defies labels and skips over musical borders with the intent to spread healing, love and hope. Grab some good company, head to our place and get ready to immerse yourself in the sounds of Brazil, done Caro style!

Because of You, Tommy Gearhart Sings Songs of Love Inspired by Tony Bennett
2024-02-08 19:30 - 21:00
A special Valentine’s performance:

Balladeer, Tommy Gearhart, Sings Songs of Love Inspired by the Great Tony Bennett, entitled:

BECAUSE OF YOU

Join nationally acclaimed jazz vocalist, Tommy Gearhart, his jazz quartet, and special guests as he explores the romantic corners of the Great American Songbook in this special Valentine’s performance.

The theater will be set up with an extra touch of class, reminiscent of famous NYC supper clubs of the past with some premier seating that includes a candlelit clothed table for your libations.

Champagne, cocktails, wine and beer will be available all evening for purchase.

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Gather Storytelling - Recognition
2024-02-09 19:30 - 21:00
You better recognize — let’s see how our guest host and three storytellers interpret the theme of “Recognition” in February’s show. Awards? Recognizing someone you haven’t seen in awhile? We’ll take any interpretation they bring to the mic. Our audiences love the connections they end up making between the tellers and stories.

At Gather, you’ll always hear one folktale and three personal stories from a stellar group of Valley residents.

We invite you to consider arriving early, seating is not assigned. Bar opens at 6:30 for 21+!

Guest host: Mario Avent

Storytellers: Sari Beliak, Nereyda Martinez, Elizabeth Welles

Watch the event live!

International Jazz Day AZ Foundation co-presents JADE
2024-02-10 19:30 - 21:30
Jade Johnson has performed beloved renditions of the National Anthem at Phoenix Suns/Mercury/Diamondbacks and Los Angeles Clippers and Lakers games and landed acting roles on TV’s “Blackish” and in theater Off Broadway. From jazz and pop to R&B, hear a young and focused singer-songwriter on the rise and hitting her stride. Don’t miss this very special homecoming for an Arizona star!

The Bridge Cabaret co-presented with ASU Kerr
2024-02-12 19:30 - 21:00
“Part of the Human Heart”A Cabaret by Kristi Rice featuring Lincoln Wright

Valley musical theater leading lady Kristi Rice accompanied by Lincoln Wright brings powerhouse vocals to this new autobiographical Broadway cabaret featuring stories of love, loss, getting lost and found, dreams, realities, hope and purpose.

And… you will have a chance to sing too! Piano bar and song share will begin at 7:00 p.m. and bring sheet music to sing with Lincoln and ASU Kerr’s gorgeous Steinway. Please arrive early to participate in this fun pre-show activity!

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James D'León Piano Quartet - Arizona Philharmonic
2024-02-17 19:30 - 21:30
We once again welcome pianist James D’León to our concerts, to lead a chamber music program that also features violinist Luke Hill, violist Kim Hankins, and cellist Ruthie Wilde.

James’ curated concert includes Gabriel Fauré’s penultimate work, the Piano Trio in D minor, Op. 120, Arvo Pärt’s deeply contemplative Spiegel im Spiegel for cello and piano, Rebecca Clarke’s expressive and innovative Piano Trio, and Robert Schumann’s charming and romantic Piano Quartet in E-flat major, Op. 47.

Tuesday Morning Music and Tea - ASU Saxes at Kerr
2024-02-20 10:30 - 12:00
ASU Saxes at Kerr

Join the internationally award-winning saxophonists of Arizona State University as they present a concert of music in an incredible variety of styles!

Co-presented with ASU School of Music

Tea events are part of a series of free, informal presentations featuring musicians from the ASU School of Music. We encourage patrons to contribute a suggested donation of $5 and bring a can of food or sealed personal item to be donated to Vista del Camino Food Bank.

Tea and refreshments are served in the Crescendo Garden at 9:30 a.m.Event begins at 10:30 a.m.

Coffee at Kerr - Romeo and Juliette
2024-02-21 10:30 - 12:00
Romeo and Juliette

Gounod’s romantic and rapturous music sets the stage for this tale of star-crossed lovers, based on Shakespeare’s play about the feuding Montague and Capulet families in Verona.

Co-presented with Arizona Opera

Refreshments provided by Renegade Coffee Company, renegadecoffeeaz.com

Coffee events are part of a series of free, informal presentations featuring Arizona Opera performers and guest musicians. We encourage patrons to contribute a suggested donation of $5 and bring a can of food or sealed personal item to be donated to Vista del Camino Food Bank.

Coffee and refreshments are served in the Crescendo Garden at 9:30 a.m. Event begins at 10:30 a.m.

Sandra Bassett & September Soul - canceled
2024-02-25 15:00 - 17:00
CANCELED – purchased tickets will be refunded

Dave Stamey - SOLD OUT
2024-02-28 19:30 - 21:30
Dave Stamey has made it his life’s work to celebrate the rural American west. In the past two decades he has recorded eleven albums of original music, travelled literally hundreds of thousands of miles and performed thousands of shows doing just that. He lives in the farthest northeastern corner of Tulare County, California. The foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains begin just outside his back door.

This show is SOLD OUT. Join the waitlist if you’d like to be notified if any seats open up by emailing boxoffice@asukerr.com.

Dendê and Band
2024-03-01 19:30 - 21:30
Sizzling Brazilian percussionist, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and bandleader Dendê Macêdo and his band merge the rhythm-heavy samba and rumba of Brazil with the grooves of afrobeat, reggae, merengue and way more in this very special show celebrating the textures and joy of the music of Brazil, the African diaspora and beyond.

Curtis on Tour - Curtis Sextet co-presented with Phoenix Chamber Music Society
2024-03-05 19:30 - 21:00
Acclaimed violinist and Curtis faculty member Benjamin Beilman joins former Dover Quartet violist Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt, award-winning cellist Oliver Herbert, and emerging professional artists from Curtis for a North American tour. This phenomenal sextet composed of distinguished Curtis faculty and alumni, alongside exceptionally gifted young musicians, presents an electrifying concert of curated selections, both old and new.

Berg – Piano Sonata No. 1 Op. 1

Alyssa Weinberg – Sextet for Strings

Brahms – Sextet No. 2 for Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos Op. 36

Tickets are purchased through the Phoenix Chamber Music Society.

www.phoenixchambermusicsociety.org

602-252-0095

PCMSociety@aol.com

Quarteto Nuevo - "Jazz Road Suite" Live
2024-03-09 19:30 - 21:00
Quarteto Nuevo’s music creates gently rhythmic soundscapes, propelled by soprano saxophone, woodwinds, cello, guitar and percussion. Immerse yourself in the enchanting live concert recording of “Jazz Road Suite” at ASU Kerr! This performance offers a unique homage to the American West, drawing artistic inspiration from Arizona, Alaska, California, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Wyoming landscapes.

This chamber jazz quartet, influenced by diverse cultures across the globe, skillfully intertwines music from ancient societies and far-flung corners of the world. The result is a dreamy, captivating groove and energy that will transport you to distant realms.

This performance is made possible with the support of Jazz Road, a national initiative of South Arts, which is funded by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation with additional support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

Prince Haru: The Forest Has Arrived - kuntanawa.org
2024-03-11 19:30 - 21:30
The Forest Has Arrived — Emerging from the depths of the Amazon rainforest, the leaders of the Kuntanawa people–the guardians of the Amazon–are making a rare stop in the Phoenix metro area for an evening of sharing ancient songs and chants, stories, photos, indigenous wisdom and more.

Join us at ASU Kerr for this transformative encounter with Haru Kuntanawa, recognized as the prince of the Amazon rainforest, and his wife, Dr. Hayra Kuntanawa. The event will open with a presentation by Haru and close with a full set of beautiful music.

They will share the deep knowing of the diverse flora, fauna and species that exist in their Amazon home, a vital natural carbon-storage rainforest that they believe can determine the survival of our planet and our ability to prevent irreversible climate disasters.

Haru and Dr. Hayra’s goal is to spread their message, share Kuntanawa culture and forge new friendships and alliances in the quest to safeguard the sacred Amazon rainforest, ancestral knowledge and indigenous traditions.

The event’s proceeds will contribute to the Kuntanawa people’s initiatives in protecting the Amazon rainforest amidst current climate challenges. The Kuntanawa Nation confronts a flooding crisis caused by extensive corporate deforestation efforts.

Your support for these guardians extends to the well-being of all beings on Earth.

about our guests:

Haru Kuntanawa Haru stands as a guiding light among indigenous communities in Brazil.

At 16, Chief Haru ventured beyond the remote forest of Acre, Brazil into the modern world, encountering technology, money, systems and urban landscapes previously unknown to him. His journey symbolizes a quest for justice and healing that has deepened its roots and blossomed new hope for the rainforest.

As the esteemed leader of the Kuntanawa Nation, Haru deeply respects traditional wisdom and the sacred healing properties of natural plant medicine. He took visionary steps to safeguard and honor these ancient practices. He played a pivotal role in organizing the Pano Corridor Project, a groundbreaking initiative uniting diverse tribes, nations and allies worldwide, fostering a deeper understanding between cultures across continents as they actively defend the Amazon from corporate exploitation.

Haru serves as the president of the Ascak Association, passionately advocating for collective rights and interests. His dedication, influential spirit and collaboration with Dr. Hayra drive efforts to protect the Amazon and inspire global harmony. Their message is ultimately one of hope, unity and positive possibilities.

Dr. Hayra KuntanawaDr. Hayra, co-leader of the Kuntanawa Nation, is a deeply respected medicine woman, Chinese Medicine doctor and adept teacher. Her healing journey spans continents, with expertise in Oriental Medicine, hypnotherapy and various healing arts. Alongside her leadership role, she is recognized for her roles as a mother, musician and world-renowned activist.

Together with Haru, they lead, research plant medicine and pioneer spiritual practices in the Kuntanawa community, spreading a vision of global unity and harmony with Earth.

Learn more at kuntanawa.org

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Haru Kuntanawa and Dr. Hayra Kuntanawa

Charles Lewis Quintet + 1
2024-03-14 19:30 - 21:30
Meet Charles Lewis, a living Phoenix jazz legend, at ASU Kerr’s restored 1899 Steinway grand piano! He’s bringing his fabulous friends and they’ll offer up their full, rich, six-man sound that includes horns, percussion, guitar and more.

Experience Latin jazz at the hands of a beloved and talented Phoenix bandleader with beautiful history in the Valley as a dancer, jazz player and spiritual touchstone.

As always, Lewis will share personal tales and experiences about ASU Kerr namesake Louise Lincoln Kerr.

Tuesday Morning Music and Tea - Studio Viola Recital
2024-03-26 10:30 - 12:00
Studio Viola Recital

Join the students of Nancy Buck for this Viola Studio Recital!

Co-presented with ASU School of Music

Tea events are part of a series of free, informal presentations featuring musicians from the ASU School of Music. We encourage patrons to contribute a suggested donation of $5 and bring a can of food or sealed personal item to be donated to Vista del Camino Food Bank.

Tea and refreshments are served in the Crescendo Garden at 9:30 am. Event begins at 10:30 am.

Spiritual Thing: Sound Healing
2024-03-30 18:00 - 20:30
Spiritual Thing, transformative sound healing practitioners dedicated to promoting Pure Joy of Awareness through sound. Using a variety of instruments including ethereal crystal singing bowls, transcendent gongs, enchanting native flutes, and harmonizing mantras with lush synthesizers, velvety vintage electric piano, analog warmth and an otherworldly FX pedalboards, Spiritual Thing creates a truly unique and immersive sound bath experience designed to balance the mind, body and spirit.

We invite you to dress comfortably and bring your own yoga mat, pillow, blanket and eye mask to fully drop into this expansive inner work.

Following the sound healing journey, we invite you to join us for our afterparty, where conscious house music becomes a vessel for inner exploration and connection. Your ticket to the sound healing gets you FREE entry to the afterparty.

Spiritual Thing: Afterparty
2024-03-30 21:00 - 2024-03-31 01:00
Step into a realm where beats align with the rhythm of your soul. Join us for a transformative Spiritual Thing sound healing afterparty, where conscious house music becomes a vessel for inner exploration and connection. Immerse yourself in a sonic journey designed to uplift, heal and elevate.

Let the pulsating rhythms guide you into a state of deep connection and heightened awareness. Dance freely, surrendering to the harmonious vibrations that resonate within.

This is more than just a party; it’s an invitation to experience music as medicine, to awaken your senses and nourish your spirit. Come, celebrate life, love and “the groove” in this sacred space of collective resonance. And yes, it’s ASU Kerr’s first house music dance event ever!

Buy a ticket to the 6 p.m. Spiritual Thing sound healing event and get into the afterparty for FREE:

Piano Men: Generations - The Music of Billy Joel & Elton John
2024-04-05 19:30 - 21:00
Two Men – Two Pianos – One Extraordinary Band!

Get ready for an electrifying musical extravaganza like no other! Introducing “PIANO MEN: GENERATIONS,” a sensational celebration of the legendary Billy Joel and Elton John, brought to life by the extraordinary father and son duo of Terry and Nick Davies. These two virtuosos are about to take you on a mesmerizing journey through the timeless hits that have captured the hearts of music lovers for decades.

As the lights dim and the first notes fill the air, you’ll be transported through time, witnessing the evolution of two incredible careers. Terry and Nick, accompanied by their exceptional band, deliver a high-energy performance that will leave you breathless. Get ready to sing along and tap your feet to mega-hits like “Only the Good Die Young,” “Circle of Life,” “Philadelphia Freedom,” “Bennie and the Jets,” and, of course, the iconic “Piano Man.”

But the excitement doesn’t end there! Terry and Nick have a surprise in store for you. In a unique twist, they’ve created an interactive audience shout-out section, where you become part of the show! Your input will shape the performance, making each night a one-of-a-kind experience that leaves an indelible mark on everyone present.

PIANO MEN: GENERATIONS is not just a concert; it’s a testament to the enduring power of music and the profound impact of two legendary entertainers. Terry and Nick Davies channel the spirit, passion, and talent of Billy Joel and Elton John, captivating audiences with their exceptional artistry and undeniable chemistry. So, come join this musical voyage and witness the magic unfold as two generations of piano men unite to create an unforgettable experience that will resonate in your heart long after the final note fades away.

Coffee at Kerr - Don Giovanni
2024-04-10 10:30 - 12:00
Don Giovanni

Mozart’s Don Giovanni, regarded by many as one of the greatest operas of all time, tells the centuries-old story of the libertine Don Juan.

Don Giovanni tries to seduce Donna Anna, which goes awry and he ends up killing her father, the Commendatore, unbeknownst to her. Donna Anna asks her fiancé, Don Ottavio, to avenge her father’s death. The opera follows Don Giovanni’s salacious escapades, aided and abetted by his servant Leporello. Giovanni makes his rounds seducing and duping numerous characters, bragging along the way and escaping accountability by obscuring his identity. In a cemetery, Giovanni meets the Commendatore’s statue, who forebodingly warns him that he will laugh no longer. When offered the chance to change his ways, will Don Giovanni repent?

Co-presented with Arizona Opera

Refreshments provided by Renegade Coffee Company, renegadecoffeeaz.com

Coffee events are part of a series of free, informal presentations featuring Arizona Opera performers and guest musicians. We encourage patrons to contribute a suggested donation of $5 and bring a can of food or sealed personal item to be donated to Vista del Camino Food Bank.

Coffee and refreshments are served in the Crescendo Garden at 9:30 a.m.Event begins at 10:30 a.m.

SONRISA
2024-04-11 19:30 - 21:00
Since moving to Phoenix in 2005, drummer Scott Sadlon has been very active in the jazz community both as a sideman and a band leader.

Scott formed SONRISA back in 2014 as a vehicle to his own creative vision to keep him actively playing and engaged in the music community. Since then, the band has been a collective of some of the best local jazz musicians from around the Phoenix scene.

SONRISA, which is the Spanish word for “smile”, is a genre-bending group whose music easily moves between traditional Bebop, Jazz and Latin standards all the way to jazz arrangements of classic rock songs. The aim of the band is to provide the audience with a unique, fun and engaging night of music for all to enjoy.

He will be joined by long time collaborators Nick Manson on piano, Mario Mendivil on bass and Andrew Gross on saxophone.

fun fact: Scott also maintains a General Dentistry practice in Old Town Scottsdale and serves the dental needs of many Phoenix area musicians.

Gather Storytelling: What a Trip!
2024-04-12 19:30 - 21:00
Theme for April: What a Trip! Experience a folktale from our guest host and three compelling personal stories about journeys of any kind–outer, inner, short, long and everything in between–what will our storytellers do with this one?

Celebrate the breadth of oral tradition and throw your questions into the ring in our fan-favorite Q&A, where you can get the story behind the stories!

guest host: Chantel Freed

tellers:Peppur Chambers – actor, writer, producerLouie Flores – author, illustrator, ASU employee and ex-federal government firefighter hot shot leaderSaira Hamid – PhD candidate, National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow in geological sciences

Seats are not assigned, arrive early for the best seating!

Tuesday Morning Music and Tea - ASU Community Flute Ensemble
2024-04-16 10:30 - 12:00
ASU Community Flute Ensemble

Enjoy music for multiple flutes celebrating the winter season, performed by the ASU Community Flute Ensemble.

Co-presented with ASU School of Music

Tea events are part of a series of free, informal presentations featuring musicians from the ASU School of Music. We encourage patrons to contribute a suggested donation of $5 and bring a can of food or sealed personal item to be donated to Vista del Camino Food Bank.

Tea and refreshments are served in the Crescendo Garden at 9:30 a.m. Event begins at 10:30 a.m.

This program is also livestreamed, tune in from anywhere!

Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. - Rancho Solano Preparatory School
2024-04-25 14:00 - 2024-04-27 19:00
Four shows (click each date for tickets):Thursday, April 25 at 7 p.m.Friday, April 26 at 7 p.m.Saturday, April 27 at 2 p.m.Saturday, April 27 at 7 p.m.

Journey under the sea with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney’s Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics).

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance.

presented by Rancho Solano Preparatory School

ASU Music Theatre Cabarets - Night 1
2024-04-29 19:30 - 22:00
Music Theatre CabaretsDirected by Toby YatsoMusic Direction by Lindsay MillerCabarets created and presented by ASU Music Theatre Performance students!

Join us for an evening of entertaining songs and stories, cleverly woven together with a personal touch. Each member of the class develops, writes and performs their own 15-minute solo cabaret act with live piano accompaniment, designed to create an intimate musical experience built on the fundamental concepts of cabaret — being yourself on purpose and connecting with the audience.

Featuring 18 young artists, these will be presented over two evenings.

Refreshments available during the event. Ticket proceeds help to fund the annual Music Theatre Showcase trip to New York City.

Content warning: Contains strong language and other material that may not be suitable for young audiences.

ASU Music Theatre Cabarets - Night 2
2024-04-30 19:30 - 22:00

Annie Moscow and Friends: "Land of Dreams" Concert and Stories
2024-05-03 19:00 - 21:00
LAND OF DREAMS

by Annie Moscow, in concert

with Wesley Skinner and Sam Russo

“bracingly smart music”

Americana Highways 2/24

“an album full of depth and emotion… Life lessons learned by living them. Anyone with a predilection for excellent storytelling will appreciate

Moscow’s marvelous collection of songs…”

Amplify Music 2/24

Come enjoy a fun, thought provoking and captivating evening as Annie Moscow, along with her trio, perform the songs from her newly released album, “Land of Dreams” (2/24).

Originally from Philadelphia, Annie Moscow began her music career as a classical pianist and then a songwriter. Her credits include SARAH VAUGHN, SISTER SLEDGE and MICKEY MOUSE. Since 2000, she has released six solo CDs, including “Passing Trains”, produced by Grammy nominated producer, the late John Jennings (Mary Chapin Carpenter) rocketing to #20 on the Folk/DJ charts in February, 2017. The songs of “Land of Dreams” were written during, and inspired by, the Covid years. When the world went into lockdown, Moscow used that quiet time to create and reflect on a lifetime of twists and turns, lost loves, and lessons learned. With a gift for cinematic storytelling, Moscow’s work often elicits comparisons to other pianist/cultural documentarians including Billy Joel, Laura Nyro, and Carole King.

Wesley Skinner is currently completing a DMA from Arizona State University. Wesley holds BM & MM degrees (emphasis in Cello Pedagogy) from the Cleveland Institute of Music where he studied with Melissa Kraut. Wesley’s solo competition top prize wins include the Cleveland Institute of Music Concerto Competition, Paducah Symphony Young Artist Competition, Tennessee Cello Workshop, Lewisville Lake Symphony International String Competition, and the ASU Concerto Competition. Wesley also served as founding member of the Laniakea String Quartet, which won first prize in The Sixth Hong Kong International Chamber Music Competition.

Sam Russo is a jazz drumset player from the Phoenix area. Under the direction of Dom Moio and Lewis Nash, he holds a Master’s Degree in Jazz Performance from Arizona State University. Sam has had the great privilege of performing with both Dick Oatts and Jim McNeely with the ASU Concert Jazz Band, as well as both Harold Mabern and Joel Frahm as a part of his ASU Jazz Combo. He’s also performed a number of times with Jane Monheit, Bruce Forman, Howard Alden, Gunhild Carling, Billy Stritch, Mike Kocour, Nick Manson, Eric Rasmussen, Jeff Libman and many others. He can be seen performing frequently around the Valley at an assortment of restaurants, jazz clubs and other events.

You can learn more about Annie Moscow and her music at: www.anniemoscow.com

Charles Lewis Quintet and Alice Tatum - the reunion
2024-05-15 19:30 - 21:30
Don’t miss the ever-popular Charles Lewis Quintet with Alice Tatum in this very special reunion concert!

One of the most-beloved Valley jazz combos again joins forces with vocalist Alice Tatum as they present this very special show with a dash of Broadway, Brazilian and contemporary music, all filtered through the rich and full Latin-inspired sound of pianist Charles Lewis’ stellar quintet.

Jazz club vibes, beautiful vocals and an upbeat evening are in store at ASU Kerr, get tickets now!
