FOR THE BEST IN ACOUSTIC JAZZ
SCHEDULED APPEARANCES
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11/1/2015 - Art is Alive Arts & Cultural Festival in Goodyear, AZ - This is an outdoor Festival at the Goodyear Ballpark Stadium. It is a 2 day Festival;10/31 and 11/1/2015 from 9:30 to 5:00pm - We are playing on Sunday the 1st at 3:00. There is a $3.00 fee. Bring your lawn chairs. www.wham-art.org 2/25/2016 - Downtown Glendale Jazz Jam Session - The venue is Polo's Italian Cuisine; 4935 W. Glendale, Glendale, AZ 85301 - We are playing from 7:00 to 10:00 - There is a $10.00 eating/drinking minimum. We are playing in our classic quartet format with surprise guest artists joining us.
10/1/2016 - 5th Annual Art is Alive Arts and Cultural Festival at Goodyear Ballpark - 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, AZ - Go East on Estrella from the I-10 as you are approaching Lower Buckeye you will see the Ballpark on the East side of the street - We are playing in a rare quintet format in this 2 day outdoor festival on Saturday October 1st at 5:45 pm to 7:00. There is a $3.00 cover. Here I am playing with Richie Cole in am ArcoSanti Music Festival in Prescott, AZ 
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3/31/2016 - Sacred Grounds Coffee House; 4425 N. Granite Reef, Scottsdale, AZ - 7:00 to 9:30 - We are playing in our classic quartet format with standards and energizing originals
7/22/2016 - Embassy Suites Hotel & Golf Resort; 4415 E. Paradise Village Parkway South, Phoenix, AZ 85032 - 7:30 to 9:30 - We are playing for a family reunion however the music is open to the public at a $10.00 charge. We are in our classic quartet format playing those favorite standards & energizing originals.
12/11/2016 - Mesa Arts Festival - One E. Main Street, Mesa, AZ - We are playing from 10:00 am to 11:45 am that Sunday morning. 480-644-6500 www.mesaartscenter.com - This will be my favorite concert format with percussionist Keith Johnson joining us on stage.
2-9-2018 - Estrella Mountain Community College - 3000 N. Dysart Rd, Avondale, AZ - We are one of the featured groups performing for Black History Month - We are on from 12:00 noon to 1:30
1/14/2017 - Chandler Multicultural Festival - 3111 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, AZ - Chandler Fashion Center Mall - We are playing from 2:00 to 3:00pm - www.chandleraz.gov/unity
6/7/2018 - Sacred Grounds Coffee House - 4425 N. Granite Reef, Scottsdale, AZ - 7:00 to 9:30 - We are playing in our classic quartet format with standards and energizing originals - I am pictured with my musical mentor Pharoah Sanders
8/4/2018 - The NASH - 110 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: (602) 795-0464 - 7:30 to 9:30pm - We are in our favorite format - the classic quartet in a concert mode - New Renaissance in concert - a rare public event
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6/13/2019 - Sacred Grounds Coffee House - 4425 N. Granite Reef, Scottsdale, AZ - 7:00-9:00 - We are playing in our classic quartet format featuring several John Coltrane's songs 9/8/2019 - The NASH JAZZ CLUB - 110 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: (602) 795-0464 - a Sunday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 pm - We are in our favorite format - the classic quartet in a concert mode performing a John Coltrane Tribute - New Renaissance in concert - a rare public event - a double celebration; Nazim Rashid & New Renaissance fans AND John Coltrane fans - Acoustic Jazz is alive and well - here is The Nash Jazz Club link
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10/29/2019 - City Scape - 1 W. Washington, Phoenix, AZ - from 11:00am to 1:30 pm - a Tuesday lunchtime gig outside and in front of Chico Malo Restaurant in Downtown Phoenix - We are playing in our favorite classic jazz quartet format
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12/11/2019 - Valley Bar Restaurant - 130 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ - we are playing from 7:30 to 9:30 pm on a Wednesday night for another John Coltrane Tribute - We've had 2 completely packed concerts playing Coltrane tunes and we plan to have the same turnout again - www.valleybarphx.com -
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12/06/2019 - Tempe Festival of the Arts - outdoor concert @ intersection of 7th Street/Mill in Tempe on the Centerpoint Stage - we are playing from 2-3:30 pm - a Friday afternoon fun concert in our classic acoustic jazz quartet format - www.tempefestivalofthearts.com
12/14/2019 - Tempe Center for the Arts - 700 West Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281 - www.tempecenterforthearts.com/edge - We are playing from our Christmas Song Book playing our acoustic jazz with a Holiday twist - We are playing from 6-7:30 pm in the Lobby
3/20/2020 - The Nash Jazz Club - 110 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: (602) 795-0464 - a Friday evening from 7:30 to 9:30 pm - We are in our favorite format - the classic quartet in a concert mode performing a John Coltrane Tribute Part 2 - New Renaissance in concert - a rare public event - a double celebration; Nazim Rashid & New Renaissance fans AND John Coltrane fans - Acoustic Jazz is alive and well! - Click on the Nash link for more details. Get tickets early as they were sold-out before.
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3/22/2020 - The Valley Bar - 130 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ - we are doing something quite different this time. The correct billing is "Donna Singer paying tribute to "Dinah Washington" playing from 7:30 to 9:30 pm on a Sunday night. We are backing her up. This will be a show well worth experiencing. Donna Singer is a first call vocalist ….with an effervescent spirit and impeccable phrasing, there is certainly no lack of talent – Brent Black, Critical Jazz - Donna’s Festival appearances include the Nebraska International Jazz Festival, Bethany College Jazz Festival in Kansas and the Saratoga Arts Festival in New York. She recently sang the National Anthem to an enormous crowd for the Miami Dolphins. (By the way, the Valley Bar is located in the rear of the 130 N. Central building. There is no sign in the front, so, just walk around on Monroe to the rear and you'll see the sign there) BTW we WILL play some Trane tunes there as well. Their web link is here
2/17/2021 - Tempe Center for the Arts - This is a "Virtual Gig" due to the pandemic. The concert is archived on their site so all you have to do is go to Facebook, put Tempe Center for the Arts in the Search bar, look for their SHFT series, scroll down to my picture and you should be able to hear our concert, hopefully. Here's the direct link to our concert -- There's always a way to get the music out there. If you want to be on my fan email list, go to nazim4jazz@gmail.com and I will gladly add you to the list.
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9/10/2021 - The Nash Jazz Club - 110 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: (602) 795-0464 - a Friday evening from 7:30 to 9:30 pm - We are in our favorite format - the classic quartet in a concert mode performing a "Remembering John Coltrane" Concert. This will be our first live concert since the Pandemic shutdown last year. New Renaissance this night will be Max Beckman on bass, Ryan Anthony on drums, and Charles Smith on piano. Mask wearing is still suggested. We plan to swing, so bring all your friends to witness the explosion. Get your tickets early so you can guarantee your seat. Starting on this date of 9/10/21 you have to show proof of your Covid vaccination. This is new policy that other venues are requiring as well.
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10/28/2021 - The Sacred Grounds - Scottsdale Congregational United Church of Christ - 4425 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale, AZ - 480-946-2900 - 7:30-9:30 on a Thursday night - We will be in our favorite quartet format playing a variety of tunes from our Coltrane book to our original tunes to standards that everybody loves. Here is the Sacred Grounds link. - New Renaissance this night will be John Donnelly on bass, Charles Smith on piano, and Emerson Laffey on drums. You can click on the link above for any other details like the cover cost of $5.00 and information about their required online reservation.
2/24/2022 - Tempe Center for the Arts - 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ - 480-350-2822 - 7:30 to 9:15 - We are playing outside in the Sculpture Garden in our favorite jazz quartet format playing the acoustic jazz you all love. An outdoor concert. $15 cover - Here is the official TCA link for ticket information - tempecenterforthearts.com - John Coltrane WILL be represented - Well alright!
5/21/2022 - Embassy Suites Hotel & Golf Resort Phoenix/Scottsdale - 4415 E. Paradise Village Parkway South, Phoenix, AZ - Mountainside Ballroom B - 602-765-5800 - 7:30 - 10:00 - We are playing a public birthday celebration of Terry Yahweh who is the sponsor and singer for the evening specializing in Johnny Hartman ballads. The cover is $15.00 - We'll play our favorite and your favorite acoustic jazz tunes creating the high energy that is our signature.
6/2/2022 - Sacred Grounds Coffee House - Scottsdale Congregational United Church of Christ - 4425 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale, AZ - 480-946-2900 - 7:30-9:30 on a Thursday night - We will be backing up a fantastic singer flying in from Florida, Donna Singer. She will doing some of your Ella and Dinah favorites. They still have only a $5.00 cover. This will be a bit different for us but not uncommon. Come early and claim you seat. It is a small room so come early.
8/27/2022 - The Nash Jazz & Blues Club - 110 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: (602) 795-0464 - Show time is 7:30 to 9:30 on a Saturday night - The theme is "Trane Meets Art Blakey" - This will be very dynamic as it will feature the high energy of these two great jazz masters, John Coltrane and Art Blakey. Make sure you share this information with all you friends on and off your Social Media platforms. Get your tickets early for the best seating.
9/8/2022 - The Sacred Grounds Coffee House - Scottsdale Congregational United Church of Christ - 4425 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale, AZ - 480-946-2900 - 7:30-9:30 on a Thursday night - We are back but this time in our classic acoustic jazz quartet format that we and so many others love. We will play from our great jazz standard book including tunes by Dexter Gordon, John Coltrane, Art Blakey, Gene Ammons and our own original contributions. It's only a $5.00 cover so put this on your event calendar and or course tell your jazz friends.
4/7/2023 - The Phoenix Center for the Arts - 1202 N. 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ - this is an all day festival with several bands starting at 4:00. We are closing out the festival at 8:30 for just one hour. We'll play some of your favorite Trane tunes so come on out to a FREE Festival.
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4/29/2023 - The Desert Botanical Gardens - 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ - This is hosted by the 100 Black Men of Phoenix. There is another band playing after us in the R&B style for you partyers and dancers. We play from 6:00 to 8:00. Admission is $50 in advance or $55 at the door. Look at the flyer for ticket details and phone number. We will give tribute to Pharoah Sanders and Art Blakey.
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6/16/23 AND 6/18/23 - The Embassy Suites Hotel & Resort, 4415 E. Paradise Village Parkway South, Phoenix, AZ. - There is a big Conference being given there featuring the world's oldest living female competitive bodybuilder, Ernestine Shepard. To participate in the conference, go to terry-yahweh.com. We are playing on Friday the 16th, from 7:30 to 9:30 AND on Sunday, the 18th from 3:00 to 5:00. We are playing in our favorite jazz quartet format.
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9/2/2023 - The Nash Jazz Club - 110 E. Roosevelt, Phoenix, AZ (602) 795-0464 - We are playing in our favorite jazz quartet format with the addition of a singer, Hope Morgan. She was heavily influenced by Betty Carter and will be reflecting her spirit on the stage. We will also give tribute to one of my mentors, Pharoah Sanders. This will be a big production and WILL SELL OUT. Get your tickets at this link thenash.org - The start time is 7:30 and will go around 9:30 or so.
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9/14/2023 - The Sacred Grounds Coffee House - 4425 N. Granite Road, Scottsdale, AZ - 480-946-2900 - Our favorite format again, New Renaissance Jazz Quartet, will be performing your favorite standards including some of my original compositions. The start time is 7:30 to 9:30. There is limited seating so you have to get your tickets early. Their website is sacredgroundsjazzcoffeehouse.org
5/17/2024 - The Embassy Suites Hotel & Resort, 4415 E. Paradise Village Parkway South, Phoenix, AZ. - There is a big Conference being given there featuring the world's oldest living female competitive bodybuilder, Ernestine Shepard (approaching 90 yrs old) entitled "All Things Are Possible To Those Who Believe." Here is a video for more details - youtu.be/od650rYgU7k To participate in the conference, go to www.terry-yahweh.com. We are playing on Friday the 17th, from 7:30 to 9:30 AND on Sunday, the 19th from 3:00 to 5:00, BUT the Sunday performance is solely for the Conference Participants. We are playing in our favorite jazz quartet format.
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8/31/24 - The Nash Jazz & Blues Club - while they are under a major renovation all concerts are being held at Venue 122 - 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZ. not far from the Nash Club location. For more info and tickets you can call 602-795-0464 and info@thenash.org - We are on stage from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. We are going to feature songs from the Art Blakey book and of course we will reflect John Coltrane's material. Joining me on stage will be new artists like Kenji Wagner on bass, Chase Ellison on drums and Yari Divr on piano. There is FREE parking at this venue and plenty of seating inside.
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9/26/24 - Sacred Grounds Coffee House - 4425 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale, AZ. 480-946-2900. www.sacredgroundsjazzcoffeehouse.org. We are at this favorite venue of ours because of the FREE parking and low door charge of only $8.00 and great appreciative audiences. They feature jazz every Thursday and have been doing that for many years. We are on stage from 7:30 to 9:30pm. Acoustic jazz is still alive and doing quite at venues like this and the Nash and we appreciate this along the many fans we have. We'll have a mix of original songs of mine and of course John Coltrane.
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