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Jake Shimabukuro
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Keyboard Conversations® with JEFFREY SIEGEL
concerts with lively commentary
Presenting Sponsor: Dr. David and Joan Goldfarb Trust Tickets start at $25
The Glorious Music of Chopin
Tuesday, December 14, 7:30 p.m. From the heroic polonaise and dreamy nocturnes to the famous Fantasy Impromptu and virtuoso études, lose yourself in The Glorious Music of Chopin.
Fantastic Fantasies
Tuesday, January 11, 7:30 p.m. Prepare for a fantastic journey through classical music with masterpieces by Bach, Schubert, Mozart, Mendelssohn, and Chopin.
My Favorite Brahms
Tuesday, February 15, 7:30 p.m. With My Favorite Brahms, Jeffrey Siegel’s Keyboard Conversations® series explores fiery rhapsodies, lively capriccios, charming waltzes, and deeply moving intermezzos by the German composer.
Evocative Visions
Tuesday, March 22, 7:30 p.m. Be transported with Jeffrey Siegel’s Evocative Visions as his signature Keyboard Conversations® series explores visually inspired masterpieces by Rachmaninoff, Liszt, Debussy, and Mendelssohn.
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Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Presents
JAKE SHIMABUKURO
CHRISTMAS IN HAWAII
Friday, November 26, 2021 8:00 p.m.
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Virginia G. Piper Theater
JAKE SHIMABUKURO
PROGRAM With only four strings, Jake Shimabukuro is a humble master whose mission is to connect and inspire people. Whether one on one or in front of an audience of thousands, Shimabukuro shares a deep emotional connection with the listener that is open, magical, and transcendent. Shimabukuro’s genuine love for people, the spirit of holidays, and his beloved home of Hawaii are at the forefront of Jake Shimabukuro | Christmas in Hawaii. It will be a warm welcome of merriment and wonder for the season.
In addition to his signature favorites, this special show will draw on a vibrant catalog of holiday classics, such as “We Three Kings,” “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” “O Holy Night,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” and selections from his Jake & Friends album, to be released in November 2021 (featuring Willie Nelson, Bette Midler, Jack Johnson, Michael McDonald, Vince Gill and Amy Grant, and more).
Along with bassist Jackson Waldoff and special guests singer-songwriter Thunderstorm Artis on vocals and first-call percussionist Taku Hirano, Shimabukuro will spread good cheer to all with his world-renowned live show in a fun take on the holidays sure to keep spirits bright. Exceptional and spirited Jake Shimabukuro | Christmas in Hawaii is sure to become an eagerly anticipated annual family event.
JAKE SHIMBAKURO With only four strings, Jake Shimabukuro is a humble master, whose mission is to connect and inspire people. Whether one on one or in front of an audience of thousands, Shimabukuro shares a deep emotional connection with the listener that is open, magical, and transcendent. Often referred to as the Miles Davis, Jimi Hendrix, Bruce Lee, and Michael Jordan of his craft, Shimabukuro delivers performances around the world with an out-of-the-box blend of stunning virtuosity, deep musicality, and a natural entertainer’s flair. Shimabukuro takes the ukulele to places no one has gone before, performing awe-inspiring music that ranges from jazz, blues, and rock to bluegrass, classical, and folk.
TAKU HIRANO Taku Hirano is a first-call percussionist on the touring circuit whose client list has spanned practically every commercial music genre. He has toured the world with Fleetwood Mac, Whitney Houston, John Mayer, Bette Midler, Stevie Nicks, Lionel Richie, Isaac Hayes, and Dr. John, and as a soloist on the #7 top-grossing music tour of all time, Cirque du Soleil’s Michael Jackson: The Immortal world tour (with sales of $360 million across four continents and with 3.3 million people in attendance). Other live performance credits include Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Annie Lennox, Herbie Hancock, Steven Tyler, Usher, Pharrell, Shakira, Miley Cyrus, Ed Sheeran, Smokey Robinson, Willie Nelson, Mary J. Blige, Ariana Grande, Patti LaBelle, Melissa Etheridge, John Legend, LeAnn Rimes, Chaka Khan, Ne-Yo, Keith Urban, Andrea Bocelli, Jennifer Hudson, Yolanda Adams, Blue Man Group, and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Hirano has performed for the prime minister of India, twice for President Nelson Mandela, and twice at the White House for President Barack Obama. Recording credits include Fleetwood Mac, Whitney Houston, Jay-Z, The Temptations, Stevie Nicks, Ziggy Marley (Grammy®), Josh Groban, Lionel Richie ( Grammy® nomination), Nelly Furtado ( Grammy® nomination), and Dr. Dre, on the seminal album 2001 ( Grammy®). He also acted as a consultant to Trent Reznor for the Nine Inch Nails Lights In The Sky world tour. Most recently, Hirano was the percussionist for Fleetwood Mac’s An Evening With Fleetwood Mac 2018–2019 world tour. Recent albums include LeAnn Rimes’s Chant: The Human & The Holy (November 2020).
Punch Brothers
Thursday, January 20, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $42 According to The Washington Post, the Grammy®-winning Punch Brothers perform “with enthusiasm and experimentation...drawing equal inspiration from the brain and the heart.”
Lea Salonga
Thursday, May 5, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $45 Possessing a powerful voice and perfect pitch, Lea Salonga is currently staring as Euridyce in Hadestown and previously in Miss Saigon and Les Miserables on Broadway. She has performed in sold-out concerts throughout the world, from the Sydney Opera House to Carnegie Hall, and is recognized as a “Disney Legend” for voicing the animated Princess Jasmine and Fa Mulan.
Donors
Scottsdale Arts is sincerely grateful for donors, members, and partners who celebrate and support art in our community at every level. We gratefully acknowledge the following individual supporters above $500 who made contributions between September 1, 2020 and August 31, 2021.
For more information on ONE Membership, Legacy Society planned giving, and other ways to support the art you love in Scottsdale, please contact Erin Krivanek, director of development, at 480-874-4620 or ErinK@ScottsdaleArts.org.
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$100,000+
Billie Jo and Judd Herberger *
$25,000 - $49,999
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$10,000 - $24,999
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$1,000 - $2,499
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$500 - $999
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Mandy and Jeff Lothner Joyce and Stephen Manes Dr. Kay Martens and Philip Cram Joy Partridge Amy Perciballi * Eric Pittman Nathalie Potvin Jean Quinsey Richard Richardson, In Memory of Patricia Richardson Martin Rosen Nancy and James Schamadan Kristine and Steve Short Ronda and Carl Silver Rowena Simberg Dr. Otto Stanislaw Mark Stapp Delores Rodman and Dale Suran Lois Tatelman Laura Titus Jill Townsend Denise and William Villalon Lisa Watkins Amber Wayne Brad Williams Roma Wittcoff
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Legacy Society Members
The Legacy Society honors those who have included Scottsdale Arts in their will, trust, insurance policy, or estate plans. Joining The Legacy Society is a meaningful and generous way to continue sharing your values with future generations while enjoying recognition with a network of like-minded friends today. We proudly recognize the following Scottsdale Arts Legacy Society members:
Patricia Aloe-Stauber Anonymous Fred J. English and Sara M. English Charitable Trust Chet and Ann Goldberg Estate Richard Herman Estate Chris and Bob Irish Lou Jekel Joan Mills Miller Estate Eric Jungermann and Family Sue and Robert Karatz Cynthia Muss Lawrence Sara and David Lieberman Arleen Lorrance and Diane Kennedy Pike J. Patrick McCarthy Estate Diane Rejman Linda and Sherman Saperstein Theodore R. Stephan Estate
Tribute Donations
Support the performing and visual arts by remembering or honoring a loved one with a tax-deductible donation to any program or branch at Scottsdale Arts. A memorial gift is a thoughtful way to remember a person in your life who has passed away. An honor gift is a unique way to celebrate a special occasion or recognize someone dear to you.
We proudly recognize the following donors who have made tribute gifts to Scottsdale Arts between September 1, 2020 and August 31, 2021.
Donations Made in Memory of
Wallace Davidson Susan and Richard Bloomberg Robin and Roy Grossman Elizabeth Silverman Judy and Alan Wertheimer Debbie and Richard Yoken Sandy Greenhut Barry Jay Greenhut Zelma Horwitz Phillip Horwitz Claire Keefnor Madaline Krska Ted Stephan Who’s Who Singles – AZ Inc.
Donations Made in Honor of
Richard Post Audrey and Fred Horne Linda Saperstein Jill and Alan Sandler Audrey and Bob Shapiro
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Scottsdale Arts is pleased to recognize the following corporations, foundations, government agencies, and in-kind donors for their support of the arts in our community this season. For more information on participating as a sponsor, please contact Denise Wisdom, corporate and foundation relations manager, at 480-874-4669 or DeniseW@ScottsdaleArts.org.
World Class Partners ($50,000+)
Title Partners ($25,000–$49,999)
INSTITUT FRANCAÍSRELANCE EXPORT S. REX AND JOAN LEWIS FOUNDATION
WALTER AND KARLA GOLDSCHMIDT FOUNDATION
Presenting Partners ($10,000–$24,999)
Signature Partners ($5,000–$9,999)
GARTH GREENAN GALLERY, INC.
Supporting Partners ($2,500–$4,999)
Collaborating Partners
Blick Art Supplies Experience Scottsdale Farm and Craft Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation/ Taliesin West Grimaldi's Pizzeria Havaianas Jojo Coffeehouse Joyrides AZ LDV Winery Marjon Ceramics Mavrix/Octane Raceway Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Rainbow Ryders Salvatore Vineyards/Passion Cellars W Scottsdale whiteLAVA creative and metal art
Partner Perks Program Participants
EcoTours AZ Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Jewel of the Crown Jojo Coffeehouse Juice Core Organic Jules & JC Kelly's at Southbridge La Señora at Saguaro Mavrix/Octane Nori Sushi & Asian Dining Oh My Dog! Boutique Hotel and Spa Sizzle Korean BBQ Super Chunk Sweets & Treats
Small Business Collaborator Partners
Act One Packages from Home
THE CENTER STAFF
Dr. Gerd Wuestemann, President and CEO, Scottsdale Arts
PROGRAMMING
Abbey Messmer, Programming Director Diandra Adamczyk, Sr. Programming Coordinator Meribeth Reeves, Managing Director
MEMBER AND PATRON SERVICES
Brett Johnson, Member and Patron Services Manager KeiLani Daniels, Patron Services Coordinator Megan Bevill, Member and Patron Services Representative Steffi Faircloth, Member and Patron Services Representative Nitasha Giran, Member and Patron Services Representative Shaun Herndon, Member and Patron Services Representative Michael Jennings, Member and Patron Services Representative Stephen McDonough, Member and Patron Services Representative Ana Spear, Member and Patron Services Representative
RETAIL
Bill Kelly, Retail Manager Raechel Miller, Assistant Retail Manager Cindy Anguiano, Lead Retail Sales Associate Dana Parsons, Retail Sales Associate
EVENTS COORDINATION AND OPERATIONS
Jamie Prins, Events Director Martin Dickey, Director of Facilities and Operations Whitney Nelson, Festival and Events Manager Anne Parker, Facility Rentals Manager Jeri Thompson, Operations Administrative Assistant Scott MacKeigan, Facility and Event Coordinator Robert Reidenbach, Food and Beverage Lead Samantha Groff, Volunteer and Events Coordinator PROTECTION SERVICES
Keng Cheong, Protection Services Manager Michael Hammerand, Protection Services Coordinator Brenda Kelley, Protection Services Lead David Brusstar, Protection Services Officer Dale Duhame, Protection Services Officer Pia Holt, Protection Services Officer Lane Honda, Protection Services Officer David Marshall, Protection Services Officer Mike McLane, Protection Services Officer Walter Booth, Protection Services Officer Cheh Eifler, Protection Services Officer George Eifler, Protection Services Officer Steven Honda, Protection Services Officer Christopher Kelley, Protection Services Officer Tatyana Williams, Protection Services Officer Carolyn Zarr, Protection Services Officer
TECHNICAL
Zach Ciaburri, Production Manager John Doyle, House Head Electrician Michael Patton, AV Supervisor Dorann Matson, Stage Manager Jonathan Hansen, Theatre Technician Kristen Martinez, Artist Services
FRONT OF HOUSE
Carolyn Sedlak, Lead House Manager Wendy Crawford, Assistant House Manager Marla Hattabaugh, Assistant House Manager Adele Powers, Assistant House Manager Jenny Weintraub, Assistant House Manager
