April is swinging into Chandler with a series of jazz-filled events throughout the month, as the city celebrates Jazz Appreciation Month. Jazz aficionados are in for a treat with local and national artists striking up their tunes across various venues.
Chandler Jazz Festival will set the tempo for a rhythmic month, hosting "sidewalk bands" in the downtown area from April 3-6, encouraging everyone to explore the rhythms just as they soak in the local retail and culinary scene. On Saturday, main stage events at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park will keep the groove going well into the night, featuring acts such as The Corcoran Holt Quintet and Lakecia Benjamin, as reported by the City of Chandler's official page.
Other notable events include Jazz on the Move, bringing live music to the streets, with performances such as The Charlie Smith Trio on April 10, and Delphine Cortez with Joel Robin and Friends on April 15. The Young Artist Jazz Showcase will spotlight emerging talents like The Dylan Ha Quartet, set to perform on April 23, giving a stage to student musicians aiming to become future jazz stars.
Chandler Public Library offers a jazzier approach to reading this month, with events like "Shakespeare in Jazz" and the Jan Sandwich Jazz Duo providing entertainment with tunes and tales from literary classics and the lives of legendary vocalists. The article from the Chandler city news center also mentions PHXJAZZ turning up the volume with jazz renditions of pop hits on April 12, shedding a jazz hue on contemporary chart toppers.
Families won't feel left out with a varied line-up tailored for different age groups. There's Baby Time featuring interactive play with instruments for tots, and for those a bit older, LEGO Club and STEAM Jr. sessions combining building and musical creativity. Chandler Public Library branches and the Chandler Center for the Arts are hosts to these and more jazz-infused activities, ensuring that Jazz Appreciation Month offers something for everyone to enjoy.
