Scott Black       Scott graduated from Indiana University prior to spending six years in New York City followed by 18 years in Chicago. Scott's wealth of experience playing in front of bands on trumpet and in the rhythm section on bass have given him a great perspective on how a band should work together. Add in his experience from the show bands in the Catskill Mountains of New York, to convention, wedding, and night club bands in New York and Chicago, Scott is well qualified to put the best band together for your needs.     Gary Moran       Gary has a huge repertoire of American classics by George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Duke Ellington, Richard Rodgers, and others. Gary has great mastery as a solo pianist, singer accompanist, trio leader, and accompanist in larger groups of all sizes. Gary is a great piano player to make a band sound relaxed, swinging and larger than it is due to his fantastic accompaniment style.     Ed DeLucia       For more than 15 years this Connecticut-born guitarist has brought the flair of the East Coast to the Old West. Ed has a loyal following in Tucson of admirers that come to hear his remarkable technique and his mastery of the jazz language. Ed is great in a wide variety of settings; solo guitar, in duo with bass or vocals or second guitar, trio or quartet with drums and/or piano, or a supporting role in a large group. Hear Ed DeLucia Trio.     Julie Anne       You will be entranced by Julie Anne's own personal style that sets her aside from all others. 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. The quality of her voice, her unique phrasing and interpretations make Julie Anne one of the top jazz performers around. You may have seen Julie Anne at many Tucson Jazz Society events, the piano bar at McMahon's Steak House, Ventana Canyon, Kingfisher, Blue Fin, Westward Look, The Gas Light Theatre, Starr Pass resort, Saddlebrooke, Old Pueblo Grill or any number of other events, conventions or weddings. Julie Anne performs with just a piano or guitar, a trio, quartet or a full Big Band. Hear Julie Anne     Rob Boone       Rob is one Tucson's busiest jazz musicians and its leading multi-instrumentalist. Rob works many regular jobs as a pianist (Sunday evenings at "The Old Pueblo Grill") and is also Tucson's most in demand trombone player or all styles. Be sure to check out Rob's beautiful trombone sound on "The Very Thought of You."     Joe Bourne       Whether it's a swinging rendition of the fun song Goody Goody, Oscar Brown's philosophical "Dhat Dher" the romantic ballad of Earl Garner's "Misty", or his special tribute to the great Nat King Cole, Joe, who has been influenced by the likes of Lou Rawls, Billy Eckstine, Arthur Prysok, and Nat King Cole always seems to capture the audience with his on style and warm mellifluous light baritone, voice and his dynamic showmanship.     After 25 years of Europe being his home base, Joe has relocated his base of operations to sunny Tucson, Arizona. He continues to deliver his talents to European shores while he answers the call for his special brand of vocal entertainment throughout other parts of the globe.     Fred Hayes       Born and raised in Indiana, Fred comes from a family of many professional musicians and music educators. He moved to Tucson in his teen and was one of the first graduates of the University of Arizona's jazz program. Upon graduating, Fred worked throughout the western U.S. with many jazz and pop artists including jazz vocalist Dianne Schuur. As drummer for the Tucson Jazz Orchestra, he has appeared with Joe Williams, Tommy Newsome, Carla Bley, Slide Hampton, Snooky Young and many more. Fred is frequently invited to accompany national jazz artists doing concerts in Arizona such as Charlie Rouse, Mose Allison, Pete Christlieb, Buddy DeFranco, Ernie Watts, Ann Hampton Callaway, Wycliffe Gordon, Bill Watrous, and Bud Shank to name a few. He has even worked with legendary entertainers such as Bob Hope and Steve Allen. He has toured Mexico extensively with Jazzberry Jam and other groups. Current gigs include performing with the Ed DeLucia Trio, Tucson Swings, Jeff Haskell, Matt Mitchell and the Tucson Hard Bop Quintet. He also plays steel drum and leads his own Calypso group. Recording sessions, live performances and a full schedule of private students make Fred one of the busiest free-lance musicians in Arizona.     Greg Armstrong       Saxophonist Greg Armstrong has been Tucson's first choice for any performance situation for any style of saxophone playing for over a decade. Greg earned his Bachelors degree in Jazz Studies and Masters degrees in Saxophone Performance from the University of Arizona. He is a world class jazz artist, master of all jazz styles from Dixieland to Funk. Greg plays flute, clarinet, and all the saxophones. Greg brings versatility and excitement to every musical situation. He is a great addition to any band. Hear Greg play "Meditation" and "I Love You"     Martin Patfield       Martin is a senior at the University of Arizona, and one of the most gifted jazz musicians ever to attend U of A. Martin plays all styles of music from traditional jazz to hip hop, his beautiful sound and engaging musical personality make him a great addition to any band.   to top   Contact Scott Black: Phone: (520) 743-1349 Email: scottblackATazjazzartistsDOTcom