Harrisburg Jazz Collective Big Band – Central PA’s Premier Big Jazz Band! Featured performers include: Saxes: Tom Strohman, Ryan Kauffman, Mike Evans, Olliver Fairley, Darryl Brentzel Trumpets: Dave Ballou, Bill Perbetsky, Dale Orris, Bob Meashey Trombones: Jim McFalls, Jay Vonada, Greg Strohman, Mark Lusk Piano: Steve Rudolph Bass: Steve Meashey Drums: Dan Monaghan

Sponsored by Fairport Wealth FMA Advisory Founded in October of 2014, Steve Rudolph (pianist/composer and founder of the Central PA Friends of Jazz) & Bill Perbetsky (trumpeter and former band director at Susquehanna H.S.) co-lead the 16-piece ensemble. The players include the finest musicians from our area and beyond performing music from the historic big bands (Ellington/Basie/ Dorsey) to more modern bands (Buddy Rich, Thad Jones, Rob McConnell. Gordon Goodwin, Bob Mintzer) as well as original music and arrangements from members and friends. Originally named the River City Big Band, the HJC Big Band is happy to have the West Shore Theatre as our new venue for regular performances to go along with our new name. The Harrisburg Jazz Collective Big Band will be featuring guest artists with the band at our regular West Shore appearances and performing holiday concerts in December. All Standard Seats: $20 Available in advance or at the door... *We highly recommend purchasing your seats in advance at https://www.westshoretheatre.org/tickets/

https://yellowsprings.org/events/jazz-at-the-springs/

Outdoor concert - please bring chairs...

Free Concert with Denis DiBlasio (sax &flute), Sharon Clark (voc), Tony Miceli (vibes) & the Steve Rudolph Trio Steve Varner (b) Byron Landham (dr)

Local food vendors, family-friendly activities, and the welcoming energy of the village round out the festivities, making Jazz at the Springs a truly all-ages experience. Free and open to the public, the event is made possible through the support of partners and friends like you.

On the Hotel Hershey Veranda...

Harrisburg ArtsFest Jazz Stage - FREE CONCERT!!! Sat, May 23 @ 10:00AM — Mon, May 25 @ 5:00PM Riverfront Park, Locust & Front Sts., Harrisburg PA 17101 JazzStage @ ArtsFest Music from 10am - 7pm on Saturday and Sunday - Music from 10 am to 5pm on Monday ARTSFEST 2025 – JazzStage Schedule

Sat. 5/23/26

10AM –11AM
Trez Music Jazz Combo - Youth jazz band directed by Dr. Beth Trez and Jason Mescia

11:15AM – 12:45PM
Michael Burton Group in a tribute to Selara Mann - We honor the passing of one of Harrisburg’s most talented drummers.

1PM – 3:30PM Harrisburg Jazz Collective - Central PA’s Premier Big Jazz Band! Featuring arrangements from Ellington, Basie, Kenton, Buddy Rich & Thad Jones as well as originals from members and friends. Saxophones: Tom Strohman, Ryan Kauffman, Jonathan Ragonese, Oliver Fairley, Vic Wertz - Trumpets: Dave Ballou Dave Makowieki, Dale Orris, Tyler Makowieki Trombones: Ken Crane, Feris Beshara, Jay Vonada, Mark Lusk Piano: Steve Rudolph Bass: Steve Meashey Drums: Dan Monaghan

3:45PM – 5:15PM
ArtsFest Open Jam Session - All aspiring Jazz Musicians are welcome to sit in with our ArtsFest Rhythm Section!

5:30PM – 7PM Paul Columbo Trio - Brilliant jazz guitarist celebrating his new CD release – “Mabrouka” with Dave Sheaffer (b) and Dave Santana (dr)

Sun. 5/24/26

10AM – 11:30AM Hassan Shakur & Kirk Reese Duo - Veteran bassist and member of the Duke Ellington Orchestra performs Duke’s tunes plus standards and blues with pianist Kirk Reese.

11:45AM – 1:15PM Dave Wilson Quartet - Saxophonist with a new recording – “When Even Goes East”- performs originals and standards with a quartet featuring bassist Jason Hollar.

1:30PM – 2:30PM No Last Call - Harrisburg’s most dangerous hit & run street band! “They have trumpets and aren't afraid to use them!” the Burg

2:45PM – 4PM Dred “Perky” Scott and the Steve Rudolph Trio - Vocalist Scott honors the great jazz singers of the past and present featuring Hassan J.J. Shakur (b).

4:15PM – 5:30PM Joshua Davis & Love Salad - Funky grooves on familiar tunes with progressive improvisation from virtuosic guitar/bass/& drums – Jonathan Eprley, Larry Marshall & Joshua Davis.

5:45PM – 7PM Between Friends – Latin Jazz - Leader and drummer Edilson Sabogal performs Bossa Nova and Beyond with Mike Rivera – bass, Hector Rodrigues - piano, and Ryan Kauffman – sax

Mon. 5/25/2026 - Labor Day 10AM – 11:30AM Tom Myer Trio - Graduate of the University of Illinois jazz program, Tom has come home to Centra PA to share his love of Bebop and mainstream jazz. Hi trio includes Kirk Reese (p) and Jason Hollar (b)

11:45AM – 1:15PM Wave Quartet - Wave plays a mix of smooth jazz, blues, & swing music, all done with their original twists – Dave Santana (drums) Rich Ranaglia (sax) Roger Harris (guitar) and John Christopher (bass)

1:30PM – 2 PM Fishing Creek Saxes - A group of twelve teen aged saxophonists from various high schools in our area playing original jazz arrangements for saxophone ensemble. Directed by Oliver Fairley

2:15PM-3PM Pop’s House Youth Jazz Ensemble - Harrisburg-based musical group focused on mentoring talented young musicians from across the region to study, perform, and grow through the power of jazz and R&B.

3:15PM – 5PM Jonathan Ragonese Trio - Head of West Chester University’s Jazz Department returns to Central PA to lead an adventurous trio featuring two young all-stars - drummer Justin Bowden & bassist Joel Austin.

Steve Rudolph (piano) Hassan J.J. Shakur (bass) Jeff Stabley (drums) perform for Jazz at the Eich in the Eichelberger performing Arts Center's Conservatory in Hanover PA - this concert is SOLD OUT! 195 Stock Street, Suite 203, Hanover, PA 17331 717.637.7086 | boxoffice@theeich.org

Harrisburg Jazz Collective and the Mechanicsburg H.S. Big Band

Tue, May 12 @ 6:45PM West Shore Theater, 317 Bridge St, New Cumberland, PA 17070 , New Cumberland, PA 17070 Were happy to welcome a great High School Big Band directed by Ben Goldsborough - They will play from 6:45-7:15 and the Hbg Jazz Collective will go on at 7:30!

The members of the Harrisburg Jazz Collective this evening: Saxophones: Tom Strohman, Ryan Kauffman, Mike Evans, Oliver Fairley, Andy Herring - Trumpets: Dave Ballou, Bill Prbetskyi, Dale Orris, Bob Meashey Trombones: Jim McFalls, Ken Crane, Feris Beshara, Mark Lusk Piano: Steve Rudolph Bass: Steve Meashey Drums: Dan Monaghan

2ND Tuesdays of every month at the West Shore Theatre - MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Steve plays solo piano in the dining room = great food and drink - no cover charge - reservations at 717-235-5918....ask to sit near the piano!

Join us as we explore jazz classics and originals in a Quartet setting at the lovely West Shore Theatre featuring Ali Ryerson - flutes, Frank Russo - drums, Amy Shook - bass, and Steve at the piano...

Gamut Theatre Gala - Steve plays solo piano from 2 - 3:30 for the event

Glen Rock Mill Inn, 50 Water Street, Glen Rock, PA Steve plays solo on the grand piano in the dining room...great food and drink...reservations at (717) 235-5918 (ask to sit near the piano...) no cover sharge

The Central PA Friends of Jazz will begin hosting a monthly jam session at the VFW in April - (Sun 19th) - food and drink are available - there is a $5 cover charge (Over 18 years of age) ...Jeff Stabley (dr) Hassan J.J. Shakur (b) Steve Rudolph (p) will be the rhythm section for April 19th - all aspiring jazz musicians and professionals are welcome to sit in. Guitar players - please bring an amp, there will be a keyboard for pianists.

Program starts a 5 PM with various area High School Bands - Hbg Jazz Collective Big Band appears at @8PM

Join us for an intimate evening of improvised music featuring Philadelphia jazz giants John Swana (Electronic Valve Instrument) and Dan Monaghan (drums) with Dr. Joshua Davis (bass) and Steve Rudolph (piano). Fine Tuscan Wine and food are included in your ticket price. $55 Limited seating - order soon!

John Swana explains the EVI - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A33XAioIHQ8

Harrisburg Jazz Collective Big Band – Central PA’s Premier Big Jazz Band! Every 2nd Tuesday at the West Shore Theatre.

Featured performers this evening include: Saxes: Darryl Brentzel, Mike Evans, Dave Yinger, Oliver Fairley, Andy Herring

Trumpets: Dave Ballou, Bill Perbetsky, Dave Makowiecki, Bob Meashey

Trombones: Jim McFalls, Jay Vonada, Greg Strohman, Mark Lusk

Piano: Steve Rudolph Bass: Charles Ford Drums: Dan Monaghan

Sponsored by Fairport Wealth FMA Advisory

Founded in October of 2014, Steve Rudolph (pianist/composer and founder of the Central PA Friends of Jazz) & Bill Perbetsky (trumpeter and former band director at Susquehanna H.S.) co-lead the 16-piece ensemble. The players include the finest musicians from our area and beyond performing music from the historic big bands (Ellington/Basie/ Dorsey) to more modern bands (Buddy Rich, Thad Jones, Rob McConnell. Gordon Goodwin, Bob Mintzer) as well as original music and arrangements from members and friends. Originally named the River City Big Band, the HJC Big Band is happy to have the West Shore Theatre as our new venue for regular performances to go along with our new name. The Harrisburg Jazz Collective Big Band will be featuring guest artists with the band at our regular West Shore appearances and performing holiday concerts in December. All Standard Seats: $20 Available in advance or at the door... *We highly recommend purchasing your seats in advance at https://www.westshoretheatre.org/tickets/

$15

The Thrive for Life Foundation is holding a cancer benefit at the Englewood - Cooking for Cancer - 25 chefs from Central PA will be offering their wares and Steve's Trio (Hassan J.J. Shakur and Larry Marshall) will perform. https://thriveforlife.me/events/cooking-for-cancer/ for tickets
info@thriveforlife.me 570.743.2333 570.743.2347

Steve's Trio with Hassan J.J. Shakur and Larry Marshall - FREE CONCERT Playing jazz selections during the church service including - "All God's Chillun Got Rhythm"; Duke Ellington's "Come Sunday", "Doxology - the Old 100th" and Oscar Peterson's "Hymn To Freedom"

Steve and Hassan Shakur play the Belvedere 6-9pm up in Crazy Shirley’s Lounge. Hope you can join us - reservations @ 717-394-2422 https://www.belvederelancaster.com/ no cover charge

The Steve Rudolph Trio has had the pleasure of backing up some incredible guitarists from all over the U.S. at the Artisan Guitar Show's Friday Night Jazz event in Harrisburg for the last few years. This year's concert will feature bassist Tony Marino and drummer Larry Marshall (and me on piano), accompanying jazz guitarists Paul Asbell, Grant Gordy, Sean McGowan, and Steve Salerno, who will join the trio in different set configurations.

To conclude the evening this year Hendrik Meurkens, a world-renowned harmonica player, and local favorite guitarist Gavin Horning will join the Trio for the closing set!

SPECIAL TICKET OFFER: Friday Night Jazz is usually presented only for VIP ticket holders of the Artisan Guitar Show and is not open to the public. This year, the Artisan Guitar Show is inviting thirty fans of the Steve Rudolph Trio to purchase tickets for the evening. The show date is Friday, April 10, 2026, (just happens to be my birthday).

Tickets include the following: · Join us for Hors d'oeuvres in the Atrium beginning at 6:00 PM · Receive a gift bag with a show magazine and a CD · Enjoy the Friday Night Jazz event in the Artisan Guitar Show concert venue. · Experience a sneak preview of the finest hand-crafted guitars in the world.

There are only 30 tickets offered, so please order soon! The event is presented at the Best Western Premier - The Central Hotel & Conference Center, 800 E. Park Drive, Harrisburg, PA 17111 (just off the Union Deposit exit of I-83)

I hope you can join us! Wishing you the best…Steve