Saturday, November 8, 2014 at 9:00 pm "One of the world's foremost flugelhorn players and a respected, dedicated jazz educator."—Sacramento Bee Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Joe Bagg piano, Pat Senatore (photo) bass, Dick Weller drums. Perched atop Mulholland Drive on Beverly Glen Circle in Bel Air, Herb Alpert's Vibrato Grill is one of Los Angeles’ most exciting restaurants as well as the city’s premiere jazz space. More Info

Friday, November 14, 2014 at 7:00 pm "A visionary. Matheny's flugelhorn is both hot and cool, wide of range and brilliantly imaginative."—San Francisco Examiner Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Nick Manson piano, T-Bone Sistrunk bass, John Lewis (photo) drums. A “Phoenix Point of Pride”, the Desert Botanical Garden is one of only a few botanical gardens accredited by the American Association of Museums. Their popular Music In The Garden concert series on the Ullman Terrace stage features performances by leading regional musicians in an intimate, one-of-a-kind setting. More Info

Saturday, November 15, 2014 at 6:00 pm "Dmitri Matheny is a jazz treasure. The lyrical Matheny has impressive chops, but it's his warmth and soulfulness that win you over."—All Music Guide Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Nick Manson keyboard, Chris Finet (photo) bass. Arts HQ is the West Valley’s gathering place for artistic inspiration and the official headquarters for arts and cultural information in the region. More Info

 

Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at 7:00 pm The duo of Stan Sorenson ("a dynamic guitarist of skill and passion"—Arizona Republic) and Dmitri Matheny ("one of the jazz world's most talented horn players"—San Francisco Chronicle) performs a lively mix of jazz, blues and bossa nova at Mad Hatter Brew Pub, the perfect spot to meet up with friends, sample local brews, listen to music and grab a bite to eat. More Info

Hey kids! Bring your whole family to the AZ premiere of Dmitri Matheny's THE SNOWCAT, December 6 at Kerr Cultural Center Scottsdale and December 13 at Chandler Center for the Arts. The popular show combines singing, storytelling, live music, and visual art to entertain audiences of all ages. Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn and storyteller, Holly Pyle vocals, Andrew Gross saxophones, Nick Manson keyboard, T-Bone Sistrunk bass, Dom Moio Drums. “In this spellbinding performance, jazz flugelhornist and composer Dmitri Matheny and his band weave a magical, musical tale of a little girl searching for her missing white cat on a chilly afternoon. Based on a medieval Japanese parable, The SnowCat reveals the spirit of sharing and gratitude that makes the holiday season such a wonderful time of year.”—Town & Country More Info

 

Sagebrush Rebellion We're thrilled to announce the release of Sagebrush Rebellion, our new album on the Papillon/Blueport Jazz label. Featuring the west coast rhythm section of Nick Manson piano, Justin Grinnell bass and Duncan Moore drums, the live quartet recording showcases new originals, classics by Johnny Burke and Duke Ellington, and favorite selections by Charlie Haden, Steve Swallow and Nat Adderley. Matheny's tenth album as a leader, Sagebrush Rebellion is "a nine-song platter on which Matheny celebrates his horn's warm, creamy sound amidst the keen shuffle and shag of his capable band." (Frank DeBlase, Rochester City News) More Info

Jazz Improvisation Workshops As part of his 2014-15 touring season, Dmitri Matheny presents Melodic Mastery improvisation workshops for aspiring musicians. Based on the teachings of his mentor, jazz legend Art Farmer (photo), Matheny advocates a lyrical, melodic approach to jazz. Just ahead: workshops at Saddleback College Mission Viejo CA (11/3), Aragon High School San Mateo CA (11/5), Sonoma State University Rohnert Park CA (11/5), Gunn High School Palo Alto CA (11/5), Westmont High School Campbell CA (11/6), Verde Valley School Sedona AZ (11/13) and Sahuarita High School Sahuarita AZ (11/18). More Info