Arizona Symphonic Winds - 531-9836/721-2068
The Arizona Symphonic Winds, under the direction of Lazlo Veres, is Southern Arizona's premier community concert band. Comprised of 60 volunteers, this musical organization presents concerts throughout the Tucson area. Included in its repertoire are Broadway show tunes, orchestral transcriptions, movie themes, marches and traditional band literature. The band frequently showcases both professional and amateur soloists at its concerts.
Big Band Express - 749-3681
Big Band Express is an organization of Tucson jazz professionals, specializing in exciting music of the swing era. Formed in 199, the 16-piece big band consists of Tucson-based musicians with many years of experience with big bands throughout the United States. The group has appeared at dances and concerts throughout Southern Arizona at functions like the Silver and Turquoise Ball, Tubac Arts Festival and the Senior Olympics.
Casas Adobes Concerts - 297-1181
Founded in 1989, this musical outreach program of the Casas Adobes Congregational Church is aimed at providing the people of Northwest Tucson with an exciting and accessible concert series in an intimate setting. The series presents respected local, national and international musicians, each with a distinct and unique musical style. Concerts are funded solely by contributions.
Glen Miller Trio - 299-4445
A trio with a big band style for your listening and dancing pleasure. The Glen Miller Trio, under the direction of Glen Miller, specializes in the big band sounds of the '30s and '40s along with a variety of styles such as waltzes, cha-chas, the bossa nova, the tango, polkas and even the "Charleston." Also enjoy the contemporary sounds of "New York, New York," big band rock and even a little Dixieland.
Green Valley Concert Association, Inc. - 648-5961
In its 28th season, the Green Valley Concert Association will present seven professional concerts. Each concert is on a Friday night and begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Valley Presbyterian Church in Green Valley.
In Concert! - 327-4809
In Concert! presents performances of contemporary, folk and world music. Performances at various halls including Berger Performing Arts Center. Additional concert performances to be announced.
Jazzberry Jam - 621-1341/885-1984
Founded in 1977 at the University of Arizona by professor and pianist Jeffrey Haskell, Jazzberry Jam has given hundreds of concerts both in and out of Arizona, toured Mexico for the Department of State and performed in numerous jazz festivals throughout the West.
Old Arizona Brass Band - 297-0523
The Old Arizona Brass Band performs a varied and authentic repertoire of original 19th century national airs, quicksteps, gallops, waltzes, reels, polkas, parlor songs, quadrilles, overtures, rags, circus marches and other period music. This group, directed by Ray Hicks, performs in colorful circus or military uniforms of the late 1800s. Old Arizona Brass Band often performs as a reincarnation of the 4th US Cavalry Band that was stationed at Historic Fort Lowell, Arizona Territory, from 1884 to 1886.
The Rhythm Gang - 296-3640
The Rhythm Gang has been performing in the Tucson area at hospitals, churches, parks and charitable benefits for more than 20 years. Made up of experienced volunteer musicians, this group is directed by Haaren Miklofsky and has the purpose of reviving and performing the big band music of the 1930s and 1940s.
Tucson Concert Band - 298-1252
The Tucson Concert Band, formerly Beaver's Tucson Concert Band, has been performing for Southern Arizona audiences for more than 33 years. Founded by Howard Beaver, this volunteer community concert band today is directed by Dr. Herschel Kreloff and provides concerts to the greater Tucson community throughout the year.
Tucson Ringers - 299-4445
Under the direction of Glen W. Miller, Bellmaster, and Hughetta E. Miller, assistant director, this performing English handbell ensemble presents community holiday concerts and wedding music. The Tucson Ringers delights audiences everywhere.
Zeitgeist - 822-7154
Southern Arizona's premier presenter of nationally and internationally recognized innovators in the jazz tradition who are extending the boundaries of improvised music. The Jazz at the Institute series presents 5-6 concerts per season of these established musicians, with a pronounced emphasis on Western artists. Emerging Voices is the monthly series that provides performance opportunities for less-established local and regional improvising artists the first Monday of every month, Sept.-May. All performances take place at 8 p.m. at the Mat Bevel Institute, 530 N. Stone Ave.
Information provided by Tucson Lifestyle Performing Arts Calendar