($10-$15 | 6:30pm & 8pm Sets + taxes and fees) Nick Coventry, Matt Mitchell, Evan Dain & Marco Rosano form the swinging Hot Club of Tucson Trio! The group plays jazz manouche in the style of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappeli. The band starts at 6:30pm. Every 2nd Wednesday!

***”Hot Jazz Wednesdays”** take you back to the roots of jazz with music from the 1920s and ’30s. Every 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday, the Mysterious Babies perform music from New Orleans & Chicago. 2nd and 4th Wednesdays are reserved for the Hot Club of Tucson, which performs French Jazz Manouche in the style of Django Reinhardt & Stéphane Grappelli.*

($15-$25 tickets + taxes and fees | 6:30pm show) Tucson’s beloved torch singer Chelsee Hicks returns to The Century Room, draped in her signature vintage glamour and ready to deliver a night of jazz steeped in nostalgia and charm. Known for her smoky tone and magnetic stage presence, Hicks brings a fresh twist this time with an unprecedented trio: Alassane on keys, Chris Peña on organ, and Rylande Dodge on drums. This powerhouse rhythm section lays down a lush, groove-driven backdrop for Chelsee’s sultry interpretations of classic standards. Whether swingin’, slow-burning, or somewhere in between, these tunes are just the way she likes them—full of feeling, flair, and a touch of cinematic drama. Don’t miss this rare and radiant collaboration.

($10-$15 Tickets + DICE fees | 8:30pm-10:30pm) Come to the Century Room every Thursday at 8:30pm for our Soul Jazz Lounge! Each lounge hosts a rotating cast of All-Star house bands and features our Viscount Legend Soul Organ designed by the late great Joey DeFrancesco, complete with the Leslie Speaker. The Viscount Soul organ is a modern recreation of vintage Hammond B3 instruments, which were made famous by jazz organists like Jimmy Smith, Jimmy McGriff, Larry Young, Brother Jack McDuff & Dr. Lonnie Smith. The Century Room’s Viscount Legend Soul is provided courtesy of the Tucson Jazz Music Foundation.

This week features Tucson Jazz Hero and music legend Lamont Arthur with his band ORGANizmo featuring Tony Kusian on guitar and Arthur Vint on drums.

($25-$35 Tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8:30pm Shows) Come bid farewell to local saxophone wunderkind Kevin Ravellette before he departs to pursue a masters degree at Texas State University in San Marcos, TX! Kevin has been a mainstay on the Century Room scene since we opened playing in the Century Jazz Orchestra and backing up out of town artists. A product of the Tucson Jazz Institute and the University of Arizona jazz programs, Kevin was scouted by saxophonist Joel Frahm when he performed here in March to attend Texas State. Kevin has recruited some of his favorite musicians and collaberators for this special send off show!

Kevin Ravellette (tenor) Eric Nakanishi (alto) Anthony Gibes (trumpet) Denali Kauffman (piano) Ed Friedland (bass) Arthur Vint & Kenji Lancaster (drums)

($10-$15 + taxes & fees | 10:30pm & 11:30pm Sets) After Friday night’s show, stick around for late night with The Newest Sound. A collaboration between Ryan Wheless, TroyCov, Reymurf and Pat Morris!

($20-$30 Tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8:30pm Shows) Vibraphonist Homero Cerón returns with the Tucson Latin Jazz Nonet with some NEW music! Expect some samba, mambo, bolero and cha cha cha with selections by Steely Dan, Bill Cunliffe, originals by members of the band and more!

with Homero Cerón (vibes) Amilicar Guevara (piano) Rick Peron (trumpet) Brian Hicks (sax) Rob Boone (trombone) Jordan Robison (bass trombone) Dylan DeRobertis (bass) Aaron Szabo (percussion) Arthur Vint (drums)

($10-$15 + DICE fees | 10:30pm & 11:30pm Sets) After Friday night’s show, stick around for late night with bassist Patrick Morris’ funky fusion band Unified Field Theory!

($5-$10 + DICE fees | 6:30pm-9:30pm) Come sit in with bassist Thøger Lund and the Century Room house band! Band opens up with a short set followed by an instrumental jam until 9:30pm. Musicians who sit in get in free!

($15-$25 tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8pm sets) Inspired by the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, the 17-piece Century Jazz Orchestra performs every Monday night at the Century Room starting at 6:30pm. Expect music from the Count Basie Orchestra, Duke Ellington Orchestra, the Thad Jones/Mel Louis Jazz Orchestra, plus classics from Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw and much more! An intergenerational ensemble, the CJO fosters community with students, teachers and professionals performing alongside each other and is supported by the Sonora Arts & Music Initiative 501(c)3. Come relive the magic of the big band era every Monday as the CJO keeps the music alive and thriving in the 21st Century!

Some of the musicians you can expect to see on Mondays:

Arthur Vint, Pete Swan, Kenji Lancaster, Fred Hayes (drums) Colin McIlrath, Scott Black (bass) Angelo Versace, Chris Peña, Peter Saxe (piano) Matt Mitchell (guitar) Tim Buechler (bari sax) Kevin Ravellette, Simeon Roth, Dave Long (tenor sax) Eric Nakanishi, Joseph Rader (alto sax) Jordan Robison, Joshua Schanie, Benjamin Constantinides, Aidan Schofield (trombone) Morani Sanders, Addit Smith, Anthony Gibes, Tony Belletti, Jibrael Alsooz, Jason Carder (trumpet).

($10-$15 + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8pm Sets) Grupo Arizona returns to the Century Room for an excellent summer residency! Each month features a different featured soloist.

This month, the group is joined by Autumn Dominguez!

Grupo Arizona is a dynamic classical and jazz fusion chamber ensemble rooted in Mexican and Latin musical traditions, based in Tucson, Arizona. Their mission is to elevate and expand the reach of the rich musical genres from Mexico and across Latin America. Their performances pay homage to the original artists while also serving as a creative outlet for them to explore their own musical education and creativity through unique arrangements.

($20-$30 tickets + taxes and fees | 6:30pm show) Vocalist and tap dancer AC Lincoln brings his unique blend of swing, song, and rhythm to the Century Room alongside a sharp ensemble of jazz players. Mixing classic standards with the percussive flair of tap, Lincoln adds a personal touch to timeless tunes. Expect a swinging night of grooves, ballads, and a little extra rhythm underfoot!

($20-$30 Tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8:30pm Shows) Century Room welcomes back esteemed pianist Armen Donelian for his annual summer showcase. Known for the synthesis of technical brilliance and profound musicality in his playing, his style is characterized by a seamless blend of intricate harmonic textures, fluid improvisational prowess, and a deep sensitivity to rhythm and dynamics. Within the trio format, he fosters a dynamic interplay with fellow musicians, emphasizing collective improvisation and intuitive dialogue. For this show his trio will focus on on songs from the Great American Songbook!

Armen Donelian (piano) Scott Black (bass) Pete Swan (drums)

($25-$35 Tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8:30pm Shows) Century Room welcomes back esteemed pianist Armen Donelian for his annual summer showcase. Known for the synthesis of technical brilliance and profound musicality in his playing, his style is characterized by a seamless blend of intricate harmonic textures, fluid improvisational prowess, and a deep sensitivity to rhythm and dynamics. Within the trio format, he fosters a dynamic interplay with fellow musicians, emphasizing collective improvisation and intuitive dialogue.

For this show his quintet will present original music from his albums The Wayfarer and Secrets.

Brice Winston (tenor) Armen Donelian (piano) Matt Mitchell (guitar) Ryan Magness (bass) Arthur Vint (drums)

($15-$25 tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8pm sets) Inspired by the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, the 17-piece Century Jazz Orchestra performs every Monday night at the Century Room starting at 6:30pm. Expect music from the Count Basie Orchestra, Duke Ellington Orchestra, the Thad Jones/Mel Louis Jazz Orchestra, plus classics from Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw and much more! An intergenerational ensemble, the CJO fosters community with students, teachers and professionals performing alongside each other and is supported by the Sonora Arts & Music Initiative 501(c)3. Come relive the magic of the big band era every Monday as the CJO keeps the music alive and thriving in the 21st Century!

Some of the musicians you can expect to see on Mondays:

Arthur Vint, Pete Swan, Kenji Lancaster, Fred Hayes (drums) Colin McIlrath, Scott Black (bass) Angelo Versace, Chris Peña, Peter Saxe (piano) Matt Mitchell (guitar) Tim Buechler (bari sax) Kevin Ravellette, Simeon Roth, Dave Long (tenor sax) Eric Nakanishi, Joseph Rader (alto sax) Jordan Robison, Joshua Schanie, Benjamin Constantinides, Aidan Schofield (trombone) Morani Sanders, Addit Smith, Anthony Gibes, Tony Belletti, Jibrael Alsooz, Jason Carder (trumpet).

($15-$25 tickets + taxes and fees | 6:30pm show) Duane Reilley has played woodwinds professionaly for over 40 years. His career has included performances with the Nelson Riddle Orchestra, Gene Krupa Orchestra, Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra, Marvin Hamlisch, Diahann Carrol and many more. Now based in the Southwest, Duane regularly performs with the Redhouse Family Jazz Band and the Century Jazz Orchestra.

This is his debut at the Century Room as a leader and he has prepared a set of jazz standards including songs like Invitation, Ceora, Joy Spring, and Prelude to a Kiss among others.

Duane Rielley (flute) Matt Mitchell (guitar) Evan Dain (bass)

($20-$30 Tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8:30pm Shows) The next vanguard of jazz musicians come together for an all-star performance of the Cannonball Adderley/Bill Evans classic Know What I Mean?

Alto sax superstar Eric Nakashi is joined by piano phenom Denali Hershey Kauffman and the solidly swinging rhythm duo of Kenji Lancaster and Colin McIlrath.

($25-$35 Tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8:30pm Shows) Autumn Dominguez is back! The Autumn Dominguez Quintet pays tribute to legendary hard bop and soul alto saxophonist, Jackie McLean. Arizona-born Autumn Dominguez is a saxophonist, vocalist, composer, arranger, bandleader, and educator based out of New Orleans.

Autumn Dominguez, alto sax

Max Goldschmid, brass

Angelo Versace, piano

John Black, bass

Arthur Vint, drums

($15-$25 tickets + DICE fees | 6:30pm & 8pm sets) Inspired by the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, the 17-piece Century Jazz Orchestra performs every Monday night at the Century Room starting at 6:30pm. Expect music from the Count Basie Orchestra, Duke Ellington Orchestra, the Thad Jones/Mel Louis Jazz Orchestra, plus classics from Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw and much more! An intergenerational ensemble, the CJO fosters community with students, teachers and professionals performing alongside each other and is supported by the Sonora Arts & Music Initiative 501(c)3. Come relive the magic of the big band era every Monday as the CJO keeps the music alive and thriving in the 21st Century!

Some of the musicians you can expect to see on Mondays:

Arthur Vint, Pete Swan, Kenji Lancaster, Fred Hayes (drums) Colin McIlrath, Scott Black (bass) Angelo Versace, Chris Peña, Peter Saxe (piano) Matt Mitchell (guitar) Tim Buechler (bari sax) Kevin Ravellette, Simeon Roth, Dave Long (tenor sax) Eric Nakanishi, Joseph Rader (alto sax) Jordan Robison, Joshua Schanie, Benjamin Constantinides, Aidan Schofield (trombone) Morani Sanders, Addit Smith, Anthony Gibes, Tony Belletti, Jibrael Alsooz, Jason Carder (trumpet).