FREE CONCERT! JFTS Monce/Schmidt Quintet/HARD BOP & Beyond (Scottsdale)

Schedule

Sun Oct 26 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Ravenscroft Jazzbird Lounge | Scottsdale, AZ

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Join us for The Denny Monce & Dave Schmidt Quintet in a high-energy night of hard bop classics.
About this Event

About the Event

Denny Monce/Dave Schmidt Quintet HARD BOP & BEYOND! 

Denny Monce & Dave Schmidt lead this fantastic band of virtuosos. Expect some high-energy excitement as they bring the classics. Featuring Denny Monce-trumpet, Dave Schmidt-saxophone, Dave Henning-piano, Ben Hedquist-bass, John Lewis-drums.

This quintet not only honors the traditional elements of hard bop but also pushes the boundaries of the genre, exploring innovative sounds and complex harmonies that resonate with both seasoned jazz aficionados and new listeners alike.

Hard bop is characterized by its soulful melodies, intricate rhythms, and a pronounced influence from blues and gospel music. The Denny Monce/Dave Schmidt Quintet masterfully incorporates these elements into their performances, creating a sound that is both familiar and refreshingly original. 

Denny Monce — is a free-lance trumpet player in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Having traveled much of the Western Hemisphere playing on cruise ships, he also spent several years studying and playing on the Los Angeles music scene.

Over the years, Denny has performed with numerous headlining acts such as Mel Torme, Tony Bennett, Natalie Cole, Gladys Knight, Johnny Mathis, and The Temptations. Additionally, he has played in the pit for numerous off-Broadway musicals.

His passion is jazz music, and given the opportunity, that's where you'll find him, as a leader or a side-man, playing the music he loves. Denny also teaches trumpet privately, and is on the jazz studies faculty at Arizona State University.

Dave Schmidt — is an esteemed jazz musician and educator based in Phoenix, Arizona. With a career spanning over three decades, Dave has dedicated his life to the mastery and teaching of jazz music. He held a prominent position as a music professor at Glendale Community College (GCC) where he imparted his knowledge and passion for jazz to aspiring young musicians.

Dave's musical journey began in his early childhood, and by his teenage years, he was already a recognized talent in local music circles. After completing his formal schooling in Music Education at IU and Music Performance at ASU under the tutelage of Dr. Eugene Rousseau and Dr. Joseph Wytko respectively, Dave has been performing extensively with various local and national touring groups, enriching his experience and honing his skills. His repertoire ranges from classic standards to contemporary fusion, making his performances a delightful experience for a variety of jazz aficionados.

At GCC, Dave was not just a teacher but a mentor who encouraged his students to explore and express their musical creativity. His teaching philosophy emphasizes the importance of both technique and emotional depth in music, which has inspired many of his students to pursue successful careers in the music industry.

Dave Henning - piano

Ben Hedquist - bass

John Lewis - drums

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Music on a Mission is pleased to contribute 100% of all donations from this concert to Deep Within. Learn more at their website here https://deepwithinrehab.com/

ALL JFTS CONCERTS ARE FREE and open to the public and all donations received will benefit local and international humanitarian causes. You do not need to register for this event, but if you haven't done so, so we can keep you posted with Jazz for the Soul updates and reminders. Doors open at 4:45PM

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Ravenscroft Jazzbird Lounge, 8445 E Hartford Dr, Scottsdale, United States

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