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Included with paid museum admission; free for members
Commemorate the lives and artistry of the women featured in MIM’s galleries who have shaped the course of jazz in this first-time event.
Made possible through the generosity of the Birnstengel family and friends in memory of Amanda Birnstengel
Programming supported in part by the Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture and Arizona Commission on the Arts
Renee Patrick of We3 pictured above
All activities are happening on Saturday and Sunday unless noted otherwise.
Craft: Drum Brushes 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. South El Río Assemble your very own pair of drum brushes to play like one of the jazz greats.
Film Screening: Ella Fitzgerald: First Lady of Song 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., Saturday 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., Sunday MIM Music Theater Witness the highs and lows of the life and career of Ella Fitzgerald, one of jazz’s greatest vocalists and a pioneer for women in the music industry, in this captivating documentary.
Photo Booth 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. El Río Have your picture taken in our hands-free photo booth! Digitally share your pictures and tag us with #MIMphx for a chance to be featured on our social media.
Performance: Phoenix Jazz Girls Rising 12:30 p.m., Sunday North El Río Phoenix Jazz Girls Rising is an educational program for girls ages 10–18 led by saxophonist Mary Petrich and pianist Claudia Bloom. Its mission is to inspire and promote young women as players and performers of jazz, America’s original musical art form.
Performance: We3 & Sheila Earley 12:30 p.m., Saturday 3:15 p.m., Sunday North El Río Celebrate jazz vocalists Billie Holiday, Nina Simone and others, as well as some of jazz’s great female drummers, such as Pauline Braddy and Viola Smith, in this 45-minute performance from We3 and drummer Sheila Earley.
Performance: Diana Lee 1:30 p.m., Saturday North El Río Hear a performance by local jazz and R&B vocalist Diana Lee, who has performed with the likes of Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Sister Sledge, and many more.
Workshop: Scat Singing 2:30–3:00 p.m., Saturday Event Room 2 Scat singing is a vocal improvisation technique using the voice and wordless syllables to imitate an instrument. Put your scat singing talent to the test at this workshop, led by Diana Lee.
Performance: Phoenix Women Jazz Collective 3:15 p.m., Saturday North El Río The Phoenix Women Jazz Collective draws from the Valley’s elite jazz players, composers, and arrangers. Enjoy this performance of works by famous and lesser-known female composers, including such giants as Mary Lou Williams, Carla Bley, Renee Rosnes, Roxy Coss, and Joni Mitchell.
Claudia Bloom—piano Mary Petrich—saxophone Holly Channell—drums Jon Murray—bass
Programming is subject to change.
Lunch at Café Allegro Offered daily 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Enjoy a menu of delicious global cuisine with fresh entrées, salads, soups, and grill items showcasing local produce and flavors from around the world.
Shop at the Museum Store The Museum Store will feature a selection of music, books, and gifts celebrating some of the legendary women of jazz. Proceeds from your purchase benefit MIM and its programs.
