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Legacy Dances
Jazz As "Empathy In Action"

4x GRAMMY®-nominated vibraphonist Stefon Harris celebrates two decades of his groundbreaking Blackout project with LEGACY DANCES, inspired by ancestral influences, community, and commitment to jazz as a living, ever-evolving art form. Both a celebration and tribute, LEGACY DANCES features some of the final recordings of Blackout co-founder Casey Benjamin. With Benjamin's sudden, and tragic passing in 2024, release plans halted abruptly. Now Harris presents this landmark recording as a triumphant cap to Benjamin's 20 years with Blackout. 

Wednesday, August 12 from 12 to 1 pm & 9 to 10 pm
This split-pane composite juxtaposes a warm, smiling color portrait ofLewis Nash in a blue blazer on the left with a moody, introspective black-and-white photo of Clark Gibson in a dark suit with crossed arms on the right.

PHOENIX, AZ — The Nash is proud to announce the debut of its premier house band, The Nash Collective, a dynamic new ensemble created to represent the venue on both the national and international stage. Designed as both a performance powerhouse and an educational force, The Nash Collective brings together an exceptional lineup of musicians from across the national jazz scene.

For its inaugural performance and live recording, the ensemble featured nationally recognized artists including Hammond B3 organist Pat Bianchi, guitarist Paul Bollenback, trumpeter Ashlin Parker, Brice Winston…