Reno Jazz Orchestra

Reno Jazz Orchestra to Present Ellington, Shakespeare in Such Sweet Thunder Concert

Event Date: 
November 11, 2023 - 6:00pm

Shakespearian actors will join the Reno Jazz Orchestra to perform the music of Duke Ellington’s “Such Sweet Thunder” concert on November 11 and 12, 2023, at the Good Luck Macbeth theater in Reno, Nevada. David A. Brennan, DMA, will be the Guest Music Director, and the Reno Jazz Orchestra’s Jazz Workshop students will open the show.

Location

Good Luck Macbeth theater
124 W. Taylor St. Reno, Nevada
United States

Reno Jazz Orchestra Announces Summer Concerts

Event Date: 
August 1, 2022 (All day)

The Reno Jazz Orchestra announces its summer concert line-up that includes a multitude of jazz, blues, rock and patriotic music under the direction of Music Director, Doug Coomler.

Reno Jazz Orchestra Presents Music of Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra

Event Date: 
June 4, 2022 (All day)

Come experience Northern Nevada's finest jazz musicians as Music Director Doug Coomler and the Reno Jazz Orchestra present the music of the Thad Jones and Mel Lewis Orchestra.

This big band jazz Orchestra became world-famous, especially with their 1967 release, Live at the Village Vanguard. The album was nominated for a GRAMMY in that same year under the category of "Best Instrumental Jazz Performance of a Large Group." The Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra went on to win a GRAMMY in 1979.

A bonus! The Reno Jazz Workshop students open both concerts.

Location

GLM Theater
124 W. Taylor Street, Reno, NV
United States

Reno Jazz Orchestra Presents the Best of "Earth, Wind and Fire" Music in Reno/Tahoe

Event Date: 
July 30, 2021 (All day)

The Reno Jazz Orchestra’s (RJO) 17-piece big band will heat up the summer as they perform “Now, Then and Forever – Celebrating Earth, Wind & Fire,” in Reno and Lake Tahoe, NV. Accompanying the RJO are vocalists Lori Johnson, David Wells, Kira McGlothen, Caitlin Collins Martin, and Kandeh Jones who together will present the captivating sounds of soul, funk, jazz, and chart-topping hits such as Shining Star, In the Stone, After the Love Has Gone, September, and many other favorite songs.

Location

Hawkins Amphitheater
6000 Bartley Ranch Rd, Reno, NV 89511
United States

Reno Jazz Orchestra - Home for the Holidays

Event Date: 
December 13, 2019 - 7:30pm

The Reno Jazz Orchestra is a 17-piece contemporary band based in Northern Nevada, that has just celebrated its 20th Anniversary. The band was formed in 1997 by musicians who have performed with acts such as Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Elvis Presley, Natalie Cole, and Luciano Pavarotti. Members have traveled the world with legendary performers Now the Reno Jazz Orchestra is bringing the spirit of Christmas with their " Home for the Holdays" shows.

Location

Cargo at Whitney Peak Hotel
255 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
United States

Reno Jazz Orchestra Presents the Artistry of Stan Kenton

Event Date: 
November 8, 2019 (All day)

Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra Director Vern Scharbrough, will guest conduct the Reno Jazz Orchestra’s November concerts and feature the music of Stan Kenton on November 8 and 9 in Reno, NV.

Kenton was one of the legendary bandleaders like Duke Ellington and Count Basie who elevated big bands from the dance hall to the concert hall each with their own distinctive sound.

Location

Cargo Concert Hall, Whitney Peak Hotel
255 N Virginia St, Reno, NV
United States

Reno Jazz Orchestra presents "A World of Joy"

Event Date: 
December 15, 2018 - 2:00pm

The spirit of Christmas and Hanukkah come to life as the 18-piece Reno Jazz Orchestra (RJO) presents “A World of Joy” featuring holiday music from the U.S. to Brazil, Puerto Rico, Israel, Russia, Austria and back. Joining the RJO is Pat Ester’s Gospel Choir starring vocalists Pat Esters, Lori Johnson, David Wells, and Caitlin Collins. The Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra will open the show at the Reno performances.

Trey Stone Benefit Concert

Event Date: 
November 14, 2018 - 6:30pm

The South Shore community is coming together on November 14 at Hard Rock Lake Tahoe's Vinyl for musician Trey Stone who is now in end stage kidney failure. Stone's friends in the musical word are donating their talent for a one night event to support his efforts to heal, get on dialysis and eventually get a kidney transplant.

Tickets are $20 and there will be raffles and a silent auction.

All proceeds will go to healing Trey and helping him continue gracing the world with his talent.

Reno Jazz Orchestra Presents … Coomler Conducts!

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sat Nov 17 2018 .
November 16, 2018 - 7:30pm
Event Date: 
November 17, 2018 - 7:30pm

Don’t miss an evening of classic big band music with the Reno Jazz Orchestra (RJO) directed by Doug Coomler.

Plan on two great nights in MidTown, Reno, Nevada on November 16 and 17 as the 17-piece RJO will present some of your favorite big band sounds of yesteryear by Sammy Nestico who is best known for his arrangements for the Count Basie orchestra, and other legendary jazz musicians, composers, and educators Stan Kenton, Don Menza, Thad Jones and many others.

Doug Coomler has an accomplished career that includes performances with some of the finest musicians and singers in America.

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival summer schedule

Imagine your toes in the sand, a fantastic bottle of wine nearby, a gourmet meal in hand and first-class entertainment before you…all while basking in a perfect Lake Tahoe sunset with your friends or special someone beside you. You’re not dreaming, you’re experiencing the thrill of Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor, a Nevada State park near Incline Village.

Reno Jazz Orchestra holiday shows mix big band and gospel choir

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Wed Dec 20 2017 .
December 17, 2017 (All day)
Event Date: 
December 18, 2017 (All day)
Event Date: 
December 19, 2017 (All day)
Event Date: 
December 20, 2017 (All day)

The spirit of Christmas comes to life as the 17-piece Reno Jazz Orchestra and the Pat Esters Gospel Choir blend Christmas favorites, jazz, and soul - with a few surprises mixed in – for three performances of feel good, ‘get ready for the holidays’ music and song. The Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra will perform as well.

“Last year’s Gospel Christmas Show with the RJO was such a success we decided to bring it back to the Reno and Lake Tahoe region,” said Chuck Reider, Music Director.

Location

Whitney Peak Cargo Concert Hall
255 N Virginia St Reno, NV
United States

2017 Shakespeare Showcase lineup announced, tickets on sale

This year’s Shakespeare Showcase Series performances at Sand Harbor in Lake Tahoe include the Sierra Nevada Ballet, the Reno Philharmonic with pop, rock, jazz, the Alexander Hamilton Chautauqua and Trails & Vistas World Concert.

These events are popular and tickets do sell out.

Reno Philharmonic
Bravo on the Beach: Reno Phil Rocks Tahoe!
July 17, 2017 @ 7:30 p.m.
Single Tickets: $60-$130 / Tables: $300-$600 (Tables seat 2 or 4.)

Sierra Nevada Ballet
The Sleeping Beauty – A Fairy’s Tale
July 24, 2017 @ 7:30 p.m.
Single Tickets: $25-$75 / Tables: $150-$300 (Tables seat 2 or 4.)

Reno Jazz Orchestra mixes big band with gospel choir for Reno and Lake Tahoe holiday shows

Event Date: 
December 18, 2016 (All day)

The spirit of Christmas comes to life as the 17 piece Reno Jazz Orchestra and Pat Ester’s Gospel Choir brings Christmas favorites, jazz, and soul - with a few surprises mixed in – for three performances of feel good, ‘get ready for the holidays’ music and song.

Each year the Orchestra presents a holiday show with a new theme; this year it's a festive combination of jazz and gospel.

Location

Nightingale Concert Hall, UNR
United States

Lake Tahoe concert and event schedule for September

Events include Sample the Sierra, The Sternwheeler Races, The +Ironman Triathlon in Lake Tahoe, The Reebook Spartan World championships, +TrailsAndVistas concert and hiking experience, and Oktoberfest 2015.

Notable Concerts
Skid Row and Sammy Hagar #LaborDay weekend in #LakeTahoe, plus Eric Burdon and the Animals, George Thorogood and the Destroyers, Andre Nikatina and Rappin 4Tay with The iinTerCepTerz and DeeDay the Scorpion, plus two big festivals in the area:

NHP still searching for driver involved in hit and run

The Nevada Highway Patrol is still searching for the driver of a silver 4-door Cadillac who was involved in a hit and run on August 7 in Sun Valley near Reno.

At approximately 5:30 a.m. the Cadillac rear ended a white Subaru on SR443 (Sun Valley Blvd) southbound just north of Second Street. After the collision the white Subaru pulled to the shoulder and stopped. The driver of the silver Cadillac continued South on SR 443 (Sun Valley Blvd) without stopping.

"Jazz & Beyond" Music Festival Includes Entertainment at the Nevada Sesquicentennial Fair

Event Date: 
August 2, 2014 - 12:00pm

The "Jazz & Beyond: Carson City Music Festival," in collaboration with Carson City, is proud to present five of several bands at the Nevada Sesquicentennial Fair in Fuji Park on Saturday, August 2. "Jazz & Beyond" runs from Aug. 1 to Aug. 17 and features over 50 events, mainly in the downtown Carson City area.

The five "Jazz & Beyond" bands at the Fair on August 2 are Sons of Slide Mountain, RVGS Tantalus, Lynne Colvig Latin Jazz, the Reno Jazz Orchestra with singer Jackie Landrum, and the St. Christopher Project, featuring the music of Tom Waits.

Location

Fuji Park
Old Clear Creek Road Carson City, NV
United States

Jazz For the Holidays Show Set for December 20th

Event Date: 
December 20, 2013 - 7:30pm

With the holiday season now in full swing, it’s only appropriate that the Reno Jazz Orchestra (RJO) brings Jazz for the Holidays to Northern Nevada for all to enjoy on December 20, 2013 at The Nightingale Hall - University of Nevada. Accompanying the accomplished musicians of the RJO are vocalists Cami Thompson and Kenn Pettiford, international Tap star Sam Weber and performers from the Sierra Nevada Ballet under the direction of Rosine Bena. The Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra, conducted by Vern Scarbrough, will open the holiday performance which starts at 7:30 pm.

Syndicate content