08/28/10-
08/29/10 |
Summer ARTmarket
Tucson Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Tucson Mall
August 28-August 29, 2010
General Growth Properties and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance team up to bring you the Summer ARTmarket at the Tucson Mall. Attendees will be able to shop on of a kind original fine art in the comfort of an indoor shopping center to beat the hot summer months in Tucson, Arizona. This extraordinary festival will feature over 120 artists exhibiting their artwork throughout the mall walkways on the last weekend of each month beginning in May 2010 ? August 2010. As always at a...
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| 08/26/10 |
Retro Swing 7
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
August 26, 2010
Retro Swing 7 consists of four horns, four rhythm, and a vocalist. They call themselves "retro" swing because they want to preserve the great music of the swing era while at least occasionally giving it a more contemporary twist.
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| 08/21/10 |
Historic Broadway Village Art Bazaar
Broadway Village
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Broadway Village
August 21, 2010
Come and experience the Historic Broadway Village Art Bazaar at the Broadway Village. The Bazaar will feature various types of artwork including: two dimensional work, production work, unlimited editions of photography, country crafts, ceramics made from commercial molds, jewelry made from purchased beads, stained glass or other items that employ the use of commercial patterns, and any item that is purchased and then embellished, including clothing.
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| 08/20/10 |
La Encantada Summer Concert Series - Jive Bombers
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
August 20, 2010
The Jive Bombers mix a strong foundation of Blues and Jazz with a little Funk and Roots to create a sound that will get you up and moving. It's a combo that will leave you satisfied yet still wanting more.
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| 08/19/10 |
Kari Ann Shaff
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
August 19, 2010
Born and raised in Minneapolis, Kari Ann Shaff has been performing since she was a child. Jazz is her chosen genre as she loves the melodies, lyrics and passion it possesses. She has lived in Tucson since late 2007 and had the wonderful opportunity to play with some of the most talented instrumentalists in the area.
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| 08/14/10 |
A Concert in Your Backyard - Bad News Blues
Crossroads at Silverbell Park
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Crossroads at Silverbell Park
August 14, 2010
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance and the Town of Marana have partnered to produce a new free concert series. The series, A Concert in Your Backyard, will feature six local/regional acts performing in a variety of musical genres from bluegrass to country/western to symphonic.
This month's artist: Bad News Blues. The Bad News Blues Band has been gaining a reputation for house burning live performances all over the United States, as well as Canada, Mexico, Turkey,...
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| 08/12/10 |
Jimmy and the Jitterbugs
Park Place Mall
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| 08/06/10 |
La Encantada Summer Concert Series - Los Esquineros with pianist Amilcar Guevara
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
August 6, 2010
This eclectic quartet commands a unique sound that is certainly one of a kind. Each one of the members bring their own flavor into the mix creating a colorful and very interesting array of sounds in what can only be described as "Latin-Funk-Fusion-Jazz".
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| 08/05/10 |
Know Man's Land
Park Place Mall
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07/31/10-
08/01/10 |
Summer ARTmarket
Tucson Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Tucson Mall
July 31-August 1, 2010
General Growth Properties and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance team up to bring you the Summer ARTmarket at the Tucson Mall. Attendees will be able to shop on of a kind original fine art in the comfort of an indoor shopping center to beat the hot summer months in Tucson, Arizona. This extraordinary festival will feature over 120 artists exhibiting their artwork throughout the mall walkways on the last weekend of each month beginning in May 2010 ? August 2010. As always at a...
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| 07/29/10 |
Bill Ganz
Park Place Mall
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| 07/23/10 |
La Encantada Summer Concert Series - Last Call Girls
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
July 23, 2010
The Last Call Girls are a high energy, honky-tonkin' country dance band, playing a mix of rock-a-billy, traditional country, and bluegrass taking their music back to the roots of country with favorites by Patsy Cline, Hank Williams and Johnny Cash.
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| 07/22/10 |
Crystal Stark
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
July 22, 2010
Crystal Rose Stark is a rising pop/R&B singer who brings a positive message to today's music scene. Based on her church-singing roots, she knew that she wanted to pursue a full-time career in music. Crystal attended the University of Arizona where she graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree in Vocal Music Education.
Crystal has made a name for herself in Tucson by fronting various jazz, soul, funk, and r&b groups, as well as being a featured jazz artist with the Tucson Jazz Society. She...
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| 07/17/10 |
Historic Broadway Village Art Bazaar
Broadway Village
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Broadway Village
July 17, 2010
Come and experience the Historic Broadway Village Art Bazaar at the Broadway Village. The Bazaar will feature various types of artwork including: two dimensional work, production work, unlimited editions of photography, country crafts, ceramics made from commercial molds, jewelry made from purchased beads, stained glass or other items that employ the use of commercial patterns, and any item that is purchased and then embellished, including clothing.
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| 07/15/10 |
The Guilty Bystanders
Park Place Mall
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| 07/10/10 |
A Concert in Your Backyard - Amber Norgaard
Crossroads at Silverbell Park
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Crossroads at Silverbell Park
July 10, 2010
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance and the Town of Marana have partnered to produce a new free concert series. The series, A Concert in Your Backyard, will feature six local/regional acts performing in a variety of musical genres from bluegrass to country/western to symphonic.
This month's artist: Amber Norgaard. Growing up on an Iowa farm, Amber Norgaard had a calling to be of service to others and see the world. She has an ability to connect with people of all ages and...
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| 07/09/10 |
La Encantada Summer Concert Series -Soulero
La Encantada
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| 07/08/10 |
Ergo Logic
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
July 8, 2010
ErgoLogic is comprised of 4 stellar musicians intent on delivering top notch original music. Ergologic is Dan Griffin Lew Lepley Mari Ergo and Mike Troupe Percussion. ErgoLogic are the inventors of Universal Music, a new music genre that combines elements of many different ethnic styles into a totally fresh music format which defies description even upon hearing it. Ergologic is the fresh alternative to music in Arizona and beyond.
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| 07/01/10 |
Sherry Finzer
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
July 1, 2010
Sherry Finzer is a professional Pearl Flute Artist in Phoenix, AZ. Her artistic talent runs the gamut from classical to world, jazz, and pop music. Sherry's versatility and dependability makes her in high demand as a performer in the Phoenix/Sedona/Tucson area. She performs regularly as a soloist and with several professional musicians, including guitarists Diego Andres, John Calvert, Jacob Tyler Lucas, and Ric Flauding, with harpist VeeRonna Ragone, pianist Annie Moscow Ivory Wind and flute...
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06/26/10-
06/27/10 |
Summer Artmarket
Tucson Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Tucson Mall
June 26-June 27, 2010
General Growth Properties and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance team up to bring you the Summer ARTmarket at the Tucson Mall. Attendees will be able to shop on of a kind original fine art in the comfort of an indoor shopping center to beat the hot summer months in Tucson, Arizona. This extraordinary festival will feature over 120 artists exhibiting their artwork throughout the mall walkways on the last weekend of each month beginning in May 2010 ? August 2010. As always at a...
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| 06/25/10 |
La Encantada Summer Concert Series -Amber Norgaard-Folk
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
June 25, 2010
Described as "the love child of Natalie Merchant, Sarah McLachlan and Melissa Etheridge," Amber often has audience members stunned at how such a big voice and dynamic energy can come out of such a petite artist.
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| 06/24/10 |
Drew Dieg Bennett
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
June 24, 2010
Maestro Drew Diego Bennett is an International Rumba Flamenco Guitarist, Native American Flautist, Author, Lecturer, Philosopher, Recording Engineer, Music Therapist, Consultant, Relaxation music Composer, Songwriter, Film score writer, Music Producer and Philanthropist.
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| 06/19/10 |
Historic Broadway Village Art Bazaar
Broadway Village
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| 06/18/10 |
The Nordic Singers
Ascension Lutheran Church & School
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| 06/17/10 |
Homero Ceron
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
June 17, 2010
Homero Cer?n, principal percussionist of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra, is a multi-talented musician who has been involved with music since age 6. Born in Monterrey, Mexico, he has played professionally since the age of 12. Educated at Wisconsin Conservatory of Music and receiving his Masters at the University of Arizona, he had been a performing artist with Young Audiences of Southern Arizona and for the Wolf Trap Institute's Early Childhood Education Program. He is a percussion instructor at...
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| 06/12/10 |
A Concert in Your Backyard - Bill Ganz Western Band
Crossroads at Silverbell Park
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Crossroads at Silverbell Park
June 12, 2010
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance and the Town of Marana have partnered to produce a new free concert series. The series, A Concert in Your Backyard, will feature six local/regional acts performing in a variety of musical genres from bluegrass to country/western to symphonic.
This month's artist: Bill Ganz Western Band. Bill Ganz, band leader and rhythm guitarist, founded the band in 1992 for the purposes of entertaining Tucson vacationers seeking authentic western music....
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| 06/11/10 |
La Encantada Summer Concert Series -Joe Bourne & Friends
La Encantada
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| 06/10/10 |
Desert Sun String Band
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
June 10, 2010
The band has very little history, having first been conceived in a conversation between Bill Paul and Charlie Sides. While attending a Bluegrass Jam session at Thirty's Neighbor Bar and Grill in SW Tucson. The search was now in full swing for the guitar player. Since Sam has been in the Tucson music scene forever, he was aware of the many potential candidates. Charlie wanted a strong rhythm guitar player that was retired and didn't live very far away. None of the known candidates met these...
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| 06/05/10 |
Passion for Fashion
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
June 5, 2010
Join the beautiful La Encantada Shopping Center for a one of a kind Fashion Show set in a quaint garden courtyard setting featuring unique styles and accessories and local 'celebrity' models!
Delicious food, live music, exclusive performances by local entertainers, wine, and an amazing silent auction with over 100 items at up to 80% off the retail value!
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| 06/03/10 |
Heather O'Day
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
June 3, 2010
The Heather O'Day Quartet hail from Tucson, Arizona. With decades of experience onstage, the ensemble members all have impressive careers in their own right. The group takes its cue from classic jazz stars like Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, The Rat Pack, Dave Brubeck, Vince Guaraldi, Thelonious Monk, and more. They feature a set list of the most beloved standards for vocals, piano, drums and bass, with a few unique surprises. Heather's four-octave vocal range adds flair and flavor to the...
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05/29/10-
05/30/10 |
Summer Artmarket
Tucson Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Tucson Mall
May 29-May 30, 2010
General Growth Properties and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance team up to bring you the Summer ARTmarket at the Tucson Mall. Attendees will be able to shop on of a kind original fine art in the comfort of an indoor shopping center to beat the hot summer months in Tucson, Arizona. This extraordinary festival will feature over 120 artists exhibiting their artwork throughout the mall walkways on the last weekend of each month beginning in May 2010 ? August 2010. As always at a...
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| 05/28/10 |
La Encantada Summer Concert Series-Julie Anne -Jazz Vocals
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
May 28, 2010
Influenced by the most distinguished jazz vocalists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, Julie London and Peggy Lee, Julie Anne pays tribute to them by keeping these classic jazz standards alive.
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| 05/27/10 |
Joe Troup Band
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
May 27, 2010
The Joe Troup Band plays an eclectic mix of acoustic instrumentals combining Smooth Jazz, Blues, and light rock. The band's lineup features Joe Troup and Mike Polletta on guitars, Adam Frank on percussion and Jeff Bozarth on Bass Guitar.
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| 05/20/10 |
Larry Redhouse Trio
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
May 20, 2010
Larry Redhouse, born in Monterey, CA., August 9th 1959, is the youngest of six siblings, all of whom are exceptional musicians. He has been playing jazz piano for over 30 years. Larry has also played the timbales, Latin percussion, and trumpet. These musical influences can be felt and heard in his horn-like linear piano solo lines and impeccable sense of implied time.
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| 05/15/10 |
Historic Broadway Village Art Bazaar
Broadway Village
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| 05/14/10 |
La Encantada Summer Concert Series-Bryan Dean Trio - Blues
La Encantada
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| 05/13/10 |
Richard Benetar
Park Place Mall
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Park Place Mall
May 13, 2010
Brooklyn born, Richard Benetar first sang in public at the age of three, and hasn't stopped yet. Throughout grade and high school, Richard appeared in musical productions, and at the University of Pennsylvania, he entertained as part of the Mask and Wig company.
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| 05/08/10 |
A Concert in Your Backyard - Giant Blue
Crossroads at Silverbell Park
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Crossroads at Silverbell Park
May 8, 2010
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance and the Town of Marana have partnered to produce a new free concert series. The series, A Concert in Your Backyard, will feature six local/regional acts performing in a variety of musical genres from bluegrass to country/western to symphonic. This month's artist: Giant Blue. Composed of Tucson's finest musicians, Giant Blue provides high-quality blues and rock for any occasion and all venues. Giant Blue features a great 4-piece horn section,...
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| 04/17/10 |
Passion for Fashion
Reflections at the Buttes
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Reflections at the Buttes
April 17, 2010
Join the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance for a morning of fashion, food and fun with over 20 local participating boutiques and shops, highlighting fashion for children, youth and adults, both men and women of all ages all celebrating wearable ART! All fashions will be up for purchase in a fun and exciting catwalk show, as well as both Silent and Live Auctions with everything from your hat to your shoes... all to raise money to support the ARTS in local schools and the...
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04/10/10-
04/11/10 |
Oro Valley Arts in the Park Fine Art and Jazz Festival
Canada Del Oro Riverfront Park
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Canada Del Oro Riverfront Park
April 10-April 11, 2010
This 12th annual two-day family-friendly event features live jazz performances by top jazz musicians from the Southern Arizona region and beyond, fine art marketplace, delectable gourmet foods, refreshing beverages as well as children's art activities. With the majestic Tucson Catalina Mountains as a back drop, this two day festival will feature upscale food vendors, live jazz performances, and the artwork of local and national fine artisans in an assortment of mediums.
Additionally, come...
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| 04/03/10 |
Musical Magic for Kids - Moving Body in Rhythm
Oro Valley Music and Dance Academy
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| 03/14/10 |
Opera 101: Operatic Love in the French Style
St. Mark's Methodist Church
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at St. Mark's Methodist Church
March 14, 2010
The nineteenth century found these popular French composers -- Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod and Jules Massenet -- penning operatic works of gorgeous melodies while belying the tragic stories the librettists tell. You will recognize and delight in much of this music as you also meet these amazing composers through the research of veteran narrator Vivian Weede!
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03/06/10-
03/07/10 |
Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Festival
Pima Community College Northwest Campus
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Pima Community College Northwest Campus
March 6-March 7, 2010
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Festival began to celebrate diversity and encourage greater understanding of cultural differences through the arts. Art and music touch the heart, inspire the imagination and draw people together. This two day festival of art, music, performance, food and arts activities certainly has something for everyone of all ages. Come support the arts!
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| 02/23/10 |
Chamber Music Light Series: Tucson Symphony Orchestra Brass Quartet
St. Mark's Methodist Church
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| 02/13/10 |
Musical Magic for Kids - The International Adventures of Aunt Rhody and Uncle Bob
Oro Valley Music and Dance Academy
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| 02/06/10 |
ART with heART Ball
Westward Look Resort
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Westward Look Resort
February 6, 2010
Do you have a heART for ART? If so, join the Southern Alliance Arts and Culture Alliance for the 2nd annual ART with heART Ball for a candlelit dinner, dancing, exclusive live and silent auctions with a romantic theme, vacation getaways, rare art, jewelry and much more all in celebration of your love and support of the ARTS.
All monies raised go directly to support local artists, art programs and community based events dedicated to promoting and sustaining the Arts in the community for years...
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| 02/05/10 |
MasterWorks III
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
February 5, 2010
The Tucson Symphony Orchestra MasterWorks Concert Series presents the third of its performances:
MasterWorks III features the Overture to The Magic Flute, a Bassoon Concerto from bassoonist, Letitia Bryant, and a performance of Symphony No. 39, "Prague." George Hanson will conduct for the evening.
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| 01/23/10 |
Oro Valley Public Art Tour
Oro Valley, AZ
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Oro Valley, AZ
January 23, 2010
Experience over 30 pieces of Oro Valley Public Art in a three hour narrated and guided tour starting at the Oro Valley Marketplace. The art tour admission includes a cold water bottle and a commemorative Oro Valley Public Art Brochure.
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| 01/10/10 |
Piano Fireworks
St. Mark's Methodist Church
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at St. Mark's Methodist Church
January 10, 2010
In addition to an active professional performing career, Ms. Beriyeva devotes much time to teaching piano, music theory, music history and ear training lesson. Through her career, she has performed in her native (Republic of) Georgia, Armenia, Russia, Italy and the United States and has won numerous prizes. She will dazzle the audience with her superb technique as well as her ability to express the lyrical passages of this last composer of Russian Romanticism.
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| 01/09/10 |
Musical Magic for Kids - Dancing Carnival of the Animals
Oro Valley Music and Dance Academy
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| 11/21/09 |
Musical Magic for Kids - Dancing with Royalty
Oro Valley Music and Dance Academy
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Oro Valley Music and Dance Academy
November 21, 2009
Young princes and princesses will delight in this lively concert where the very best in baroque dances will be featured when 16th century meets the 21st century! Live music and interactive dance activity make this concert especially fun. Put on your comfortable shoes and be ready to dance!
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| 11/20/09 |
Rafael Moreno Quartet
Steam Pump Village Shopping Center
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Steam Pump Village Shopping Center
November 20, 2009
The Rafael Moreno Quartet will take the stage to with its classic Latin sound. Moreno has a made an indelible mark on Tucson's Latin music scene during his nearly 20-year career. Moreno has assembled a top-notch group of players -- Amilcar Guevara (piano), Ian Stapp (bass), Eric Hines (percussion) -- to back him for the Nov. 20 concert at Steam Pump Village. The quartet will play boleros, bossa nova, Latin jazz and American Songbook standards with a Latin twist.
GUESTS...
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| 11/10/09 |
Old Arizona Brass Band Veterans Day Concert
Canyon Del Oro Baptist Church
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Canyon Del Oro Baptist Church
November 10, 2009
A musical tribute of inspiring songs and patriotic music honoring the memory of those who have served our country, performed by the 4th Cavalry Regimental Band, and as directed by Al Vreeland. The Old Arizona Brass Band will also be performing in traditional uniforms! The music, uniforms and instruments are authentic to the bands of the period.
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11/07/09-
11/08/09 |
2nd Annual Artsfest
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
November 7-November 8, 2009
This second annual two-day fine art festival features some of the nation's finest artisans in a lush, shaded and luxurious setting at one of the most upscale shopping centers in Southern Arizona. Attendees are invited to experience art in its most beautiful and organic form, including pastels, oil, watercolor, sculpture, mixed media, photography and so much more.
In addition to the breathtaking artistry, there will be much to do for the family with free children's art activities (face...
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| 10/24/09 |
8th Annual Jazz Legends in Concert
Hilton El Conquistador Resort
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10/17/09-
10/18/09 |
Southern Arizona Food and Wine Festival
Rillito Raceway Park
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Rillito Raceway Park
October 17-October 18, 2009
Come and celebrate Southern Arizona's rich and vibrant culinary arts community with a two day festival complete with live music, dance performances, children's activities, live cooking demonstrations, art and so much more. Please see the schedule below for more information:
Saturday, October 17th
11:30am-12:45pm - Brian Dean Trio, blues music!
1:00pm-2:00pm - El Charro Tamale Eating Contest (grand prize: $500 cash)
3:00pm-4:00pm - Ice carving competition
4:00pm-7:00pm - Live radio...
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| 10/10/09 |
Musical Magic for Kids - Ralph's Secret Weapon
Oro Valley Music and Dance Academy
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| 10/04/09 |
Shakespeare in Opera
St. Mark's Methodist Church
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at St. Mark's Methodist Church
October 4, 2009
When great composers brought to life the drama of the words of William Shakespeare, the results were monumental: Experience the music of Giuseppe Verdi's Macbeth and his last great work, Falstaff, as well as Charles Gounod's Romeo and Juliet. Opera 101 is opera made easy for the novice; made satisfying for the opera buff. Opera lecturer Vivian Weede will be the narrator, and excerpts from these works will be sung by Soprano Mary Paul, Tenor David Gustafson and special guest...
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| 09/05/09 |
Summer Concert Series: Jover Steel Drum Band
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
September 5, 2009
A trio of players, quietly playing a quaint island melody. Palm trees softly swaying in the background. Dancers from the festive and carefree conga line. These are the makings of the stereotypical "steel band" experience. Jovert obliterates those stereotypes. Well, ok, the players do conga on occasion. When people hear Jovert, they will hear familiar songs, they just won't hear them in a familiar way. When Jovert plays, listeners can expect to be surprised, enlightened and, above all,...
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| 09/05/09 |
Summer Concert Series: Calypso Night
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
September 5, 2009
Greater Oro Valley Arts Council's Summer Concert Series concludes with Calypso Night, an evening of steel drums and captivating island music. The Jovert Steel Band will headline the night with their festive, carefree conga music.
When Jovert plays, listeners can expect to be surprised, enlightened, and above all, entertained. Movement, theatrics and choreography are very much a part of each Jovert performance. Students from Tucson High Magnet School in Tucson, Arizona make up Jovert....
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| 08/22/09 |
Summer Concert Series - Big Band with Chip Ritter
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
August 22, 2009
Chip Ritter has a vaudevillian flair in his live performance, and his technique, exciting style and complex rhythms are unique among drummers. His remarkable drum solos bring audiences immediately to their feet! Chip has toured the United States and played on the David Letterman Show.
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| 08/08/09 |
Summer Concert Series - Descarga
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
August 8, 2009
Descarga has grown into a ten-piece band, including three vocalists, a three-piece horn section, two percussionists, piano and bass. This ensemble is capable of shrinking into many different formats, depending on needs for any specific event. For example, it can be an eight-piece salsa band, a Latin jazz quartet, or just a small instrumental group playing jazz standards, much like its original concept. The future of Descarga is bright, as it is under the musical direction and arrangements of...
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| 07/25/09 |
Summer Concert Series - Amber Norguard
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
July 25, 2009
Described as "the love child of Natalie Merchant, Sarah McLachlan and Melissa Etheridge," Amber often has audience members stunned at how such a big voice and dynamic energy can come out of such a petite artist. The Tucson Lifestyle magazine states she's "a singer/songwriter to be reckoned with," and The Iowa Entertainer comments, "her lyrics don't paint a picture, they grab your arm."
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| 07/11/09 |
Bumblebees and Bach
St. Mark's Methodist Church
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| 06/20/09 |
Mojo Gumbo
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
June 20, 2009
Mojo Gumbo is an acoustic/electric blues trio, mixing classic blues with unique song choices not often heard. Delta and Cajun influences come through with Mojo Gumbo's use of slide guitar, harmonica, accordion and mandolin.
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| 06/13/09 |
Oro Valley Public Art Tour
Oro Valley, AZ
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Oro Valley, AZ
June 13, 2009
Gail Munden, local artist and designer of the first ever Oro Valley Public Art Book, will lead groups of up to 55 on customized tours through Oro Valley neighborhoods, streets and commercial developments where public art has been installed. Tour participants will learn about the artists, their creative process and a history of the Oro Valley's public art.
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| 06/06/09 |
Jazz Night with Julie Ann
La Encantada
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at La Encantada
June 6, 2009
Julie Anne has been singing in Tucson for over 20 years. She has appeared at Tucson Jazz Society events such as the Diva's of Jazz or Tribute to Women in Jazz concerts, "Tucson Swings!" dances, the piano bar at McMahon's Steak House, Ventana Canyon, Westward Look, The Gas Light Theatre or any number of other events, conventions or weddings. She sings with just a piano or guitar, a trio, quartet or a full Big Band. Julie Anne is one of a kind. She has not tried to imitate any performer's style,...
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| 05/30/09 |
Desert Bluegrass Band
Canada Del Oro Riverfront Park
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Canada Del Oro Riverfront Park
May 30, 2009
The Desert Bluegrass Band is group of friends bound together by their love of Bluegrass music and by their work in the Desert Bluegrass Association. Bluegrass music evolved from traditional folk music in Southern Appalachia through immigrants from the British Isles. Incorporating influences from blues, ragtime, jazz, swing, gospel and old time mountain music, it features tight vocal harmonies and strong instrumental performances.
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| 05/16/09 |
Rumba Flamenca Fiesta!
La Encantada
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| 04/25/09 |
Calypso Night with Jovert
Canada Del Oro Riverfront Park
Presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
at Canada Del Oro Riverfront Park
April 25, 2009
A trio of player quietly playing a quaint island melody. Palm tress softly swaying in the background. These are the makings of the stereotypical "steel band" experience. Jovert obliterates those stereotypes. When people hear Jovert, they will hear familiar songs, they just won't hear them in a familiar way. When Jovert plays, listeners can expect to be surprised, enlightened, and above all, entertained. Students from Tucson High Magnet School make up Jovert. Originally started in 1991 as the...
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| 04/18/09 |
2nd Annual Bet the House
Westward Look Resort
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04/04/09-
04/05/09 |
Oro Valley Festival of the Arts
Canada Del Oro Riverfront Park
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