The Boise Jazz Society is a Boise, Idaho ~ Boise State University community-engagement partnership, supporting jazz performance, jazz education, and the promotion of jazz as a living American art form.

All BJS memberships have been sold, but we always have a few tickets available
for each specific concerts.  If you would like to be placed on a waiting list for a
particular concert, please email Mike Samball and you will be notified when
general admission tickets become available. 

FOR BOISE JAZZ SOCIETY MEMBERS
Can’t make the Concert?

We have another "sold-out" season and a long "waiting list" for general admission concert tickets.  Please contact Mike Samball ASAP,  if you are not able to attend the upcoming concert on Sunday 29, 2018.

The Renee Rosnes Quartet
featuring Steve Nelson, David Wong, and Lewis Nash
Concert Sponsorship in Memory of Patti and Les Smith

Sunday, March 3, 2019
Riverside Hotel Sapphire Room
Boise Community Jazz Symposium, 4 - 5 pm
Free: All Students and Public Welcome
Limited General Admission Availability
Concert, 7 - 9 pm
Doors Open @ 6 pm
Jazz Buffet and Hors d'oeuvres Specials and Adult Beverages Available

 

Monday, March 4, 2019
Boise Jazz Society Educational Events
@ Boise State University featuring
The Renee Rosnes Quartet
Boise State Morrison Center Recital Hall
Free, Jazz Inform-ance, 4 - 5:15 pm (Informal concert followed by Q & A)
Free, Jazz Clinics w/the guest artists, 5:30 - 6:30 pm (TBA)

                Renee Rosnes has toured and recorded with legendary musicians James Moody, Joe Henderson, Wayne Shorter, JJ Johnson, Bobby Hutcherson, the SFJAZZ Collective, and her husband, the pianist Bill Charlap. A New York City staple for years, every member of Rosnes’ all-star quartet has an equally impressive résumé and brings their absolute best to this group.  Please visit: https://reneerosnes.com/

Renee Rosnes Quartet - Festival de Jazz de Primavera 2014 - Café Latino

       Vibraphonist Steve Nelson began his career during the seventies, in his hometown of Pittsburgh, following the straight ahead path blazed by his first major influence, Milt Jackson. After a year with guitarist Grant Green he was playing and recording with his Rutgers professors James Spaulding and Kenny Barron, before landing a spot in David "Fathead" Newman's quintet. Throughout the eighties Nelson was the vibist of choice among some of his generation's most talented up-and-comers, including Bobby Watson, Curtis Lundy, James Williams, Mulgrew Miller, Donald Brown, Geoffrey Keezer and Lewis Nash, developing a harmonically open sound, influenced by the innovations of Bobby Hutcherson, that led him to a spot in Dave Holland's award winning band. In between he's recorded a half dozen dates as a leader that showcase his own personal voice on the vibes. Please visit: https://www.smallslive.com/artists/1145-steve-nelson/   

        New York City bassist David Wong, is a graduate of the LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and the Performing Arts and graduated from the Juilliard School in classical music studying with Orin O’Brien (New York Philharmonic), Ron Carter, Ben Wolfe, and John Clayton. David’s currently a member of Roy Haynes’ Fountain of Youth band and the Heath Brothers quartet. He may also be seen performing with new singer Sachal Vasandani and the pianist Jeb Patton.  Please visit: http://www.tippinrecords.com/davidwong.html

        Lewis Nash's early New York City experience began with the great jazz vocalist Betty Carter and as a member of Ron Carter´s various ensembles and later stint with Branford Marsalis’ Grammy-nominated quartet.  He’s performed and recorded with other jazz legends such as J.J. Johnson, Don Pullen, Sonny Rollins, Stan Getz, Art Farmer, Clark Terry, and Milt Jackson.  Please visit:  https://www.lewisnash.com/

FOR BOISE JAZZ SOCIETY MEMBERS

Can’t make the Concert?

We have another "sold-out" season and a long "waiting list" for general admission concert tickets.  Please contact Mike Samball ASAP,  if you are not able to attend the upcoming concert on Sunday 29, 2018.

Spread the Word about our Free Jazz Ed Events

Please let your family, friends, and neighbors know of all the free events associated with our upcoming artists' two-day stay in Boise.  This is a great opportunity for young and old to experience the best in world-class jazz--Live!

Reserve and Non-reserved Seating Policy & Buffet Information

If you plan to arrive early, have a seat in the 365 Lounge and enjoy the music and a beverage--Sapphire Room doors open at 6 p.m. 

We have moved to a combination of reserved and non-reserved tiered membership pricings. We expect more development on the pre-concert, seating system as we approach the season opener.

Jazz Education Contribution Campaign

Thanks so much to all who have contributed in support of our vital BJS jazz education mission.  We trust that many more of you will contribute for the 2019-19 season making it possible for us to continue the Free, Boise Community Jazz Symposium and the many jazz education activities benefiting Boise State University and community jazz students.  Donors receive priority seating choices for future seasons.

Campaign for Continued Excellence

To assure the future quality and stability of the Boise Jazz Society, we are engaged in a Campaign for Continued Excellence.  Season subscribers who also contribute to this campaign at the $750 level or above receive priority seating choices for the 2019-2020 season.

Concert Sponsorship Available

Help sustain world-class jazz artistry in Boise by sponsoring one of our 6-concert subscription series for 2018-19.  A $2500 Concert Sponsorship associate's your name or company with internationally-acclaimed artists and assures that the BJS continues to bring you the very best in the world of jazz today.  Contact Mike Samball to find out more about the many benefits of contributing to the Boise Jazz Society.