Jazz Appreciation Month

Young Artist Jazz Showcase

The Young Artist Jazz Showcase provides an opportunity for student musicians to share their talents with the community.

• Wednesday April 1 – Band Coming Soon
  5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 745 E. Germann Road
• Monday, April 6 – Band Coming Soon
  6 – 7 p.m. | Downtown Library, 22 S. Delaware St.
• Monday, April 13 – Band Coming Soon
   5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Sunset Library, 4930 W. Ray Road
• Monday, April 20 – Band Coming Soon
   5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Chandler Community Center, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave.
• Wednesday, April 29 – Band Coming Soon
  5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 745 E. Germann Road

Jazz on the Move

Jazz on the Move is a concert series that will bring live music into Chandler neighborhoods.

• Tuesday, April 7 | Alice Tatum Quartet 
  5:30 – 7 p.m. | Chandler Fashion Center, 3111 W. Chandler Blvd.
• Tuesday, April 14 | Jake Leyba Quintet 
  5:30 – 7 p.m. | Sunset Library, 4930 W. Ray Road
• Tuesday, April 21 | Bridget & Aug Quartet 
  11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Aristocrat Coffee Roasters, 201 S. Washington St.
• Thursday, April 30 | Mary Petrich Quartet
  5:30 – 7 p.m. | Veteran’s Oasis Park, 4050 E. Chandler Heights Road

Twin Tenors

5 - 6 p.m.

Georgia Heers

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Endea Owens & The Cookout

8 - 9:15 p.m.

Bucket Beats: Drumming for Kids Music!

April 6 | 4:30 p.m.
April 13 | 4:30 p.m.
April 20 | 4:30 p.m
April 27 | 4:30 p.m

In this four-week after-school series, kids will explore rhythm and drumming through hands-on activities using buckets and drumsticks. Participants will learn basic rhythm, timing, and coordination while playing along to familiar, family-friendly songs.

Each session will include simple rhythm games and opportunities for creative expression, with additional percussion instruments available for those who prefer an alternative.

Suitable for ages 6-12 years.

STEAM Jr.: Music Makers

April 15 | 11:15 a.m.

Make Some Noise!
Explore the world of sound as children experiment with water xylophones, make music with instruments, craft their own musical creations, and uncover the rhythm in math.

This program is designed to encourage curiosity as well as develop motor skills, social skills, and confidence. As a child’s first and best teacher, caregivers are encouraged to join in the fun and discovery!

Suitable for ages 2-5 years.

Baby Time: Jazz for Babies!

April 21 | 10:15 a.m.

Make Some Noise!
Explore the world of sound as children experiment with water xylophones, make music with instruments, craft their own musical creations, and uncover the rhythm in math.

This program is designed to encourage curiosity as well as develop motor skills, social skills, and confidence. As a child’s first and best teacher, caregivers are encouraged to join in the fun and discovery!

Suitable for ages 0-18 months.

Family Fun Night: Jumpin’ Jazz!

April 27 | 5 p.m.

Where stories swing and little hands make music!

Join us for a lively Family Fun Night filled with jazzy stories, sing-along songs, kid-friendly instruments, and a hands-on music-themed craft.

This one-hour family engagement program incorporates the five early literacy practices: Sing, Read, Talk, Write, and Play to build early literacy skills. Remember, you are your child’s first teacher! We encourage all caregivers to actively engage with their children throughout the program.

Please note: To ensure a quality experience, each library branch may limit capacity. 

Suitable for all ages.

Young Jazz Artist Showcase: The Nash Legacy Ensemble

April 6 | 6 p.m.

Enjoy live jazz? Join us at the Downtown Library for a performance by The Nash Legacy Ensemble.  The Nash's ensemble is composed of talented high school jazz musicians from across the Phoenix area who explore essential jazz styles, composition and arranging techniques, as well as the art of improvisation. 

A second performance will take place April 13 at Sunset Library. 

Suitable for ages 13+.

Jazz, Jokes and Jive!

April 10 | 10 a.m.

Join us for a special Hamilton Memory Cafe music event! Jan Sandwich returns with her musical partner Mike, showcasing a lively mix of classic jazz standards you know and love — featuring timeless tunes by Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Duke Ellington and more. From smooth melodies to upbeat swing, their performance is full of rich vocals, masterful musicianship, and just the right touch of humor.

Come ready to tap your toes, sing along, and enjoy a little laughter along the way — because with Jan and Mike, jazz is always as fun as it is timeless! This is part of the Hamilton Memory Cafe series, and all audiences are welcomed!

Suitable for adults.

Spring Art Series: Abstract Jazz Painting

April 11 | 2 p.m.

Come celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month at Hamilton Library by painting a Jazz piece. Painting guru Lesa Schuur will walk you through step-by-step on how to paint jazz instruments.

Registration is required.

Adults only.

Young Jazz Artist Showcase: Chandler Gilbert Community College Ensemble

April 13 | 5:30 p.m.

Enjoy live jazz? You're invited to an evening performance by the Chandler Gilbert Community College Ensemble. Come see our local talent!

This is part of the Jazz on the Move series, in partnership with the Chandler Jazz Festival and Chandler Special Events. Supported by Friends of Chandler Public Library.

Suitable for ages 13+.

Jazz in Sunset Park with the Jake Leyba Quintet

April 14 | 5:30 p.m.

Jake Leyba Quintet will be performing out at the park! Bring your chairs, blankets, and coolers for a relaxing and family-friendly experience with a fun kids' craft activities.

The Jake Leyba Quintet features musicians based in the Phoenix metropolitan area, all of whom have completed various musical studies at Arizona State University. While predominately playing jazz, all the musicians perform in various other genres such as salsa, funk, rock, and classical. These musical influences create an exciting group dynamic that will keep your toes tapping! 

At 6 p.m., you are welcome to bring your little ones inside the library for a special Family Storytime with a jazz theme.

This is part of the Jazz on the Move series, in partnership with the Chandler Jazz Festival and Chandler Special Events. Supported by Friends of Chandler Public Library.

Suitable for all ages.

Family Time: All that Jazz

April 14 | 6 p.m.

Cool cats, get ready to swing into a jazzy Storytime filled with rhythmic tales and toe-tapping fun! We’ll explore the vibrant world of jazz through stories, music, and playful activities that bring this lively genre to life for little ones.

Drop In. Join us in the evening at Family Time, for stories, songs, and interactive play! This 30 minute family engagement program incorporates the five early literacy practices: Sing, Read, Talk, Write, and Play to build early literacy skills.

Remember, you are your child’s first teacher! We encourage all caregivers to actively engage with their children throughout the program.

Please note: To ensure a quality experience, each library branch may limit capacity.

Suitable for children of all ages.