Music in the Garden





Turn Sunday afternoons into a family outing of note at our Winter Music in the Garden Series. Enjoy the beautiful setting of the Desert Botanical Garden and experience remarkable performances by some of the most talented musicians in the Valley.
Winter 2012 Concert SeriesSundays | 12 - 2 p.m. (Doors open at 11 a.m.)Member: $15 | General Public: $21
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February 12 |
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Denis Rowland | Buy TicketsJazz | R&B | SoulStart the Valentine’s Day celebrations early! Be romanced by timeless classics performed by the charismatic Dennis Rowland. |
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February 19 |
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Chris Burton Jácome | Buy TicketsFlamenco Guitar | LatinHaving studied flamenco guitar in Spain with some of the greatest performers of the era, Chris Burton Jácome returns with his ensemble to the Garden with a flawless and captivating flamenco performance. |
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February 26 |
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Bad Cactus Brass Band | Buy TicketsNew Orleans Jazz | FunkToes will be tapping and hands will be clapping as the Bad Cactus Brass Band turns the Garden into a New Orleans Second Line. Experience the funky flair and festive atmosphere that has quickly turned the Bad Cactus Brass Band into a Garden favorite. |
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Spring 2012 Concert Series
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March 2
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The Swingtips | Buy TicketsSwing | Jazz
Swing into Spring with the nostalgic tunes of The Swingtips. The Swingtips are celebrating their return to the Garden with the release of their highly-anticipated CD. This will definitely not be a night to miss! |
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March 9 |
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The DelRayz | Buy TicketsBlues | Boogie
Singing the blues is anything but a bad thing for The DelRayz. Drawing upon their past performances with Sistah Blue, this ensemble mixes blues standards with original tunes to have guests moving and grooving. |
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March 16 |
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The Hey Boyz | Buy TicketsBlues | BoogieAfter cultivating quite the fan base during their performances at The Great Pumpkin Festival this past fall, the Desert Botanical Garden is excited to welcome The Hey Boyz for their first Music in the Garden appearance. Enjoy country and bluegrass tunes performed by one of the most authentic Arizona cowboy bands in town. |
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March 23 |
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Pete Pancrazi | Buy Ticketsjazz guitar | bossa nova
A graduate of Berklee School of Music, Pete Pancrazi blends original compositions and Latin jazz standards to create a unique and inviting atmosphere. One of the most notable artists in Phoenix, this master of Bossa Nova will create the perfect ambiance for a relaxing evening. |
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April 6 |
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Big Nick and the Gila Monsters | Buy TicketsBlues
Phoenix legends and Garden favorite Big Nick and the Gila Monsters are back for another unforgettable performance. Don’t miss captivating front man Big Nick backed by his masterful musicians and the Groove Merchant Horns as they perform fan favorites from their eclectic blues catalog. |
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April 13 |
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Denis Rowland | Buy TicketsJazz | R&B | SoulThere’s no bad luck on Friday the 13th, but rather timeless classics performed by one of the most established entertainers in the Valley. Be delighted by the powerful vocals and contagious charm of Dennis Rowland. |
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April 20 - Special Engagement*All ages welcome for this date only.* |
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Nature, Sound, Silence: John Cage
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May 4
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Domingo DeGrazia | Buy TicketsFlamenco | Acoustic Guitar
Quickly becoming a Garden favorite, Domingo DeGrazia returns with his impeccable guitar playing, enchanting violinist Beth Daunis and full band for another notable performance. |
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May 11 |
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Chele' | Buy TicketsJazz | Soul
Combining interests from an extensive arts and entertainment background, Chele’ brings another seasoned and sultry performance to Music in the Garden. |
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May 18 |
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Pick & Holler | Buy TicketsOld Time Appalachian
Making their Music in the Garden debut, Pick & Holler reincarnates their influences of “old dead fiddlers and banjo pickers” to create a unique and enchanting old time string band performance. |
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May 25 |
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Chris Burton Jácome | Buy TicketsFlamenco Guitar | LatinHaving studied flamenco guitar in Spain with some of the greatest performers of the era, Chris Burton Jácome returns with his ensemble to the Garden with a flawless and captivating flamenco performance. |
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June 1
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The Shri Blues Band | Buy TicketsBluesThe Shri Blues Band is excited to return to the Desert Botanical Garden and welcome new lead vocalist Kate Parker. This band of seven talented musicians brings a blend of blues and classic rock that “touches the whole person.” |
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June 8
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Crossing 32nd Street presents A Musical Tribute to The Who
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June 15
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Grupo Liberdade | Buy TicketsBrazilian | World | Batucadad
After getting people to “move their bones” during the Día de los Muertos festival last fall, the Garden is excited to bring the energizing percussion and festive Brazilian atmosphere of Grupo Liberade to Music in the Garden. |
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June 22
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The Sugar Thieves | Buy TicketsDelta BluesThe Gardens’ favorite “Meat Shakin’ Blues Band” The Sugar Thieves return with their highly praised mix of sultry blues and powerful delta soul. |
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June 29 |
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Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns | Buy TicketsR&B | BluesGet one last shot of cool before the hot summer months set in. Coming off their 20 year anniversary as one of the more recognizable blues bands in Arizona, Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns are excited to return to the Garden with their mix of R&B, Blues, and Funk. |
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The Fine Print
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