The Nash Summer Workshops Announced

Jazz musicians, students and enthusiasts are invited to hang out at The Nash this summer, jam with other students, learn new techniques, or try out different styles of jazz. From bop to brass, guitar to vocals, the popular jazz club will be buzzing as musicians work with instructors in a wide range of classes and workshops.

Registration is now open, musicians of all skill levels and ages are welcome.

For more information visit www.thenash.org or call 602-795-0464.

Weeklong Workshops

Hard Bop Workshop

Monday-Thursday, May 22-25

9am-12pm

Final concert on Thursday May 25 at 7:30pm

Instructor: Matt Williams

$150

Jazz Guitar Bootcamp Workshop

Tuesday-Thursday, May 30-June 1

9am-12pm

Instructor: Jeff Libman

$90

Developing a Personal Style Workshop

Tuesday-Thursday, May 30-June 1

1pm-4pm

Instructor: Mary Petrich, John Meier, Keith Kelly

$90

Trad Jazz Workshop

Monday-Thursday, June 5-June 8

9am-12pm

Final concert on Thursday June 8 at 7:30pm

Instructor: TBD

$150

Vocal Jazz Workshop

Monday-Thursday, June 12-15

9am-12pm

Final concert on Thursday June 15 at 7:30pm

Instructor: Greg Amerind

$150

Jazz Improv. Essentials Workshop

Monday-Thursday, June 12-15

1pm-4pm

Instructor: Pam Morita

$120

The Afro-Cuban Jazz Workshop

Monday-Thursday, June 19-22

9am-12pm

Final concert on Thursday June 22 at 7:30pm

Instructors: Michael Kocour, Raul Yanez, Ryan Anthony

$150

Latin Percussion Basics Workshop

Monday-Thursday, June 19-22

1pm-4pm

Final concert on Thursday June 22 at 7:30pm

Instructor: Joe Goglia

$150

Weekly Workshops

(Meets Once Per Week)

Jazz Theory & Ear Training

Thursdays May 25, June 1, 8

4:30pm-6:30pm

Instructors: Jeff Libman, Russ Schmidt, Matt Williams

$90

Freeplay Ensemble Workshop

Thursdays June 22, 29, July 6, 13

4:30pm-6:30pm

Instructor: Russ Schmidt

$120

Music Educators Jazz Combo Workshop

Mondays June 26, July 3, 10

4:30-6:30pm

Instructor: Keith Kelly

$90

Imitate, Assimilate, Innovate: Transcribing Workshop

Wednesdays June 28, July 5, 12

4:30pm-6:30pm

Instructor: Adam Roberts

$90

Topics In Jazz Workshops

(Single Day Sessions)

Jam Session Etiquette Workshop

Sunday June 4

5pm-6pm

Instructor: Jeff Libman

FREE

Jazz & Technology Workshop

Sunday June 25

3pm-5pm

Instructor: Adam Roberts

$30

About The Nash

Recognized by Downbeat Magazine as one of the top jazz venues in the United States, The Nash is named for "the most valuable player" in jazz (Modern Drummer Magazine), Phoenix native Lewis Nash. Located in the heart of downtown Phoenix on "Roosevelt Row, The Nash brings a full calendar of live performances and ensures the future of the iconic art of jazz through its educational and outreach programs. The Nash hosts classic jazz and new music concerts; performances by student musicians, local pros and touring artists; weekly jazz jam sessions; workshops; master classes; and clinics. Educational programs are offered ranging from one-on-one private lessons to combo labs, guided listening, jazz in film, jazz camps and more.

About Lewis Nash

Internationally acclaimed jazz drummer Lewis Nash, named the most valuable player in jazz by Modern Drummer Magazine, was described by Ira Gitler of The Biographical Encyclopedia of Jazz as "Perhaps the most talented drummer of his generation." Lewis grew up in south Phoenix and by the early age of 10 years old began playing drums. At age 21 he moved to New York City, where he became the drummer of choice for an incredible array of artists - from jazz masters to the hottest young players of today. His 30-year career includes performance on 10 Grammy award-winning albums and an impressive discography of over 400 recordings with jazz legends such as BetTy Carter, Tommy Flanagan, Dizzy Gillespie, Oscar Peterson, McCoy Tyner, Hank Jones, Joe Henderson, Sonny Rollins, Ron Carter and Clark Terry, as well as such contemporary jazz artists as Branford Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis, Diana Krall, Joe Lovano and Roy Hargrove.

A highly respected educator and clinician, Lewis joined the faculty of the ASU School of Music in January 2017 as the Bob and Gretchen Ravenscroft Professor of Practice in Jazz.

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