Coffee at Kerr with Arizona Opera - A Sneak peek at the 2026-2027 season
2026-03-04 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Phoenix)
A Sneak peek at the 2026-2027 season

Get an exclusive first look at Arizona Opera’s upcoming 2026-2027 Season with a special lecture and live musical performance. Enjoy captivating highlights and insights into the operas that will take the stage next season.

Presented by President and General Director Brian DeMaris.

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.

RSVPs open two weeks prior to this event: February 18 at 10:30 a.m.

This series is generously sponsored by Roma Wittcoff.

Piano Heist
2026-03-06 19:30 - 21:00
In 2022, lifelong friends Nico Rhodes and Patrick Courtin were taken aback by the stark realization that the piano had fallen out of favour. Determined to restore its luster and reclaim its title as the ultimate instrument, they embarked on an exhilarating journey. Drawing inspiration from the masterpieces of legendary composers, songwriters, and performers over the last three centuries, they crafted a mesmerizing show that spans the spectrum from classical piano masterpieces to vibrant boogie-woogie, romantic ballads, and epic 80s synth battles in Piano Heist: Keys are the Champions! This enchanting experience unfolds as a delightful blend of theatrical magic, humour, audience engagement, touching narratives, a sprinkle of history, and an explosion of musical creativity. Tours have taken them across Canada and the Western U.S., captivating audiences with over 140 performances in both quaint towns and bustling cities. Looking ahead, they are excited to unveil a brand-new Christmas production in 2025: A Very Merry Heistmas!

Website (https://pianoheist.com/)

Chopin and Beyond: Executive Piano
2026-03-07 15:00 - 16:45, 2026-04-18 15:00 - 16:45
Join pianists Ivona Kaminska-Bowlby and Christopher Bowlby for an afternoon of solo and four-hand piano music celebrating the poetic imagination, emotional depth and collaborative spirit of the Romantic tradition.

The program centers on two landmark solo works by Robert Schumann: Carnaval, Op. 9, performed by Ivona Kaminska-Bowlby, and Davidsbündlertänze, Op. 6, performed by Christopher Bowlby. These complementary cycles—by turns playful, introspective and impassioned—offer a vivid portrait of Schumann’s inner world and his deeply personal musical language.

The duo portion of the program features Sergei Rachmaninoff’s beloved Vocalise in an arrangement for piano four hands, alongside additional four-hand repertoire to be announced. Heard together, the solo and duo works illuminate the piano’s expressive range—from intimate, inward reflection to rich, shared sonority.

For more than twenty-five years, Ivona Kaminska-Bowlby and Christopher Bowlby have established themselves internationally as a highly regarded piano duo, while also maintaining active careers as soloists, collaborators and mentors to advanced students whom they frequently co-teach as a team. Their partnership reflects a rare synthesis of performance, pedagogy and artistic leadership.

Polish-born pianist Ivona Kaminska-Bowlby received her graduate and post-graduate training at the F. Chopin Academy of Music in Warsaw, where she studied with Professors Andrzej Stefański and Tatiana Shebanova. Her later studies brought her to North America, where she met Christopher Bowlby; together, they pursued advanced degrees in piano performance in the United States and Canada, continuing to refine their work as a duo.

Their concert engagements have taken them to major venues and institutions in Europe and North America, including Salle Cortot in Paris, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in New York City, the Biblioteca Nacional de Catalunya in Barcelona and historic venues in Italy, Poland and Spain, alongside appearances at festivals, competitions and concert series across the United States and Canada. They are frequent guest artists and lecturers at state, regional and national Music Teachers National Association conferences.

Equally central to their artistic lives is their commitment to music education and cultural leadership. In 2005, Kaminska-Bowlby and Bowlby founded the Chopin Academy of Music in Issaquah, Washington, where they oversee the training of hundreds of high-achieving students in collaboration with an international faculty of artist-teachers. Their students have earned top honors in local, national and international competitions.

They also serve as executive directors of the Seattle International Piano Competition & Festival, supporting emerging artists from around the world, and lead Chopin Piano Arts in Scottsdale, Arizona, extending their educational and artistic mission to the Southwest.

This concert is presented as part of the Executive Piano Series, a curated initiative devoted to thoughtful, high-level piano performances in refined, intimate settings—inviting audiences to engage deeply with the music and the artists behind it.

For more information:https://executivepianoseries.comhttps://chopin-piano-arts.comhttps://www.seattlepianocompetition.org

Winston Churchill - Solo Theatre by Randy Otto
2026-03-08 16:00 - 17:30
WINSTON CHURCHILL – LIVE | A PORTRAIT OF RESILIENCE AND LEADERSHIP

Randy Otto’s portrayal of Winston Churchill is a testament to the power of performance in exploring history. Whether delivering Churchill’s iconic speeches or engaging in on-on-one dialogs during “Ask Winston,” Otto conveys the essence of quick Churchillian wit, fierce tenacity and that never give in resolve, which inspired not only the British people but brought the rest of the free world together, defending liberty and freedom.

Through his dedication, research and passion for storytelling, Otto brings to life the complexities of a remarkable leader, reminding us of the enduring relevance of Churchill’s legacy and the lessons it imparts for future generations.

ASU Kerr Tuesday Morning Music & Tea - Saxophone Ensembles of Arizona State University
2026-03-10 10:30 - 12:00
Saxophone Ensembles of Arizona State University

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.

RSVPs open two weeks prior to this event: February 24 at 10:30 a.m.

This series is generously sponsored by Roma Wittcoff.

JADE
2026-03-14 19:30 - 21:00
Blending jazz, pop and R&B, Jade Johnson brings a soulful, confident sound shaped by experience and momentum. She has performed powerful renditions of the National Anthem for the Phoenix Suns, Mercury and Diamondbacks, in addition to the Los Angeles Clippers and Lakers. Her work includes appearances on TV’s Black-ish and notable performances on the Off-Broadway stage. Don’t miss this special homecoming performance from an Arizona star on the rise.

Jenny Harris
2026-03-20 19:30
Days Gone By

Join Jenny as she takes you on her musical journey, starting at the age of five and throughout her life’s twists and turns to where she is now. Jenny will be sharing stories about how she was first introduced to music, how she fell in love with it and how she has built her career entertaining a wide array of audiences.

Coffee at Kerr with Arizona Opera - Cinderella (La Cenerentola)
2026-04-08 10:30 - 12:00
Cinderella (La Cenerentola)

Step into the enchanting world of Cinderella with a lively preview lecture and musical performance that brings Rossini’s sparkling take on the Cinderella story to life. Discover the opera’s rich characters, dazzling score, and the magic behind its upcoming production.

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.

RSVPs open two weeks prior to this event: March 25 at 10:30 a.m.

This series is generously sponsored by Roma Wittcoff.

ASU Kerr Tuesday Morning Music & Tea - Piano studio of Baruch Meir
2026-04-14 10:30 - 12:00
Piano studio of Baruch Meir

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.

RSVPs open two weeks prior to this event: March 31 at 10:30 a.m.

This series is generously sponsored by Roma Wittcoff.

Dina Preston Band
2026-04-17 19:30 - 21:00
Join the Dina Preston Band as they launch their 2026 “We’ve Been Everywhere” Tour on April 17 at ASU Kerr!

Hailing from Arizona and having performed in 44 countries, the Dina Preston Band brings a fresh, powerful fusion of Americana, blending country, rock, blues, and soul to the Kerr stage. More than just a band, they are storytellers who transform life’s journeys into unforgettable songs, merging global influences with boots-on-the-ground authenticity.

Led by the powerhouse vocals of Dina Preston and the skilled guitar and leadership of her husband Don Ortiz, the band shines with Michael Ghormley’s deep bass grooves, Kenny Skaggs’ multi-instrumental talents and rich vocals, and Henry Lara’s dynamic drumming. Their chemistry and passion create live shows packed with energy, emotion, and connection.

Don’t miss the exclusive VIP experience, only 24 tickets available! VIPs will enjoy:

Premier front-section seating (rows 1 and 2)

A meet & greet with the band and Andre House staff

A signed copy of the We’ve Been Everywhere album or CD

This special night also supports a vital cause: a portion of ticket proceeds will benefit Andre House of Hospitality, a Phoenix nonprofit serving individuals experiencing homelessness. Andre House will also be present at the concert to share more about their mission and impact.

Learn more about Andre House of Hospitality at andrehouse.org

Expect an evening of original songs, crowd-favorite covers, and stories inspired by life on the road and real human experience, all in support of music with a mission.

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