RJO EVENTS
The Legends of Jazz ~ with Nicolas Bearde
October 13, 2024 at 2:00 PM
The Theatre
Keystone Square
505 Keystone Ave, Reno, NV
Join the RJO as we welcome award-winning singer-songwriter Nicolas Bearde to share the stage and take you on a musical journey that emerged from the cultural melting pot of New Orleans in the early 20th century. Through this adventure, the Reno Jazz Orchestra and Nicolas Bearde will present compositions from the extraordinary "Legends of Jazz" and finish with a crescendo of contemporary works written by RJO Music Director Dr. Greg Johnson.
About Nicolas Bearde:
Award-winning recording artist Nicolas Bearde is a singer-songwriter, actor, and educator whose career has spanned over 35 years. From his humble beginnings (born and raised in Nashville, TN, the second of 7 children) to touring the globe with many of today's jazz legends, Bearde has traveled many roads. His style is likened to Lou Rawls, Nat King Cole, and Bill Withers, and he is known for his "velvet voice", wit, and engaging rapport that has drawn audiences into his live performances around the world.
His third album "Live at Yoshi's- a Salute to Lou" continues to be a favorite on Jazz Radio worldwide.
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A Very Soulful Christmas ~ with Tasche
December 21, 2024 at 2:00 PM
Nightingale Concert Hall
University of Nevada, Reno
Ever since the hundreds of Christmas albums released when the LP era began in 1948, the music industry has embraced the holidays, and so have we! With our fan's never-ending request for the RJO to offer a holiday concert, we bring "A Very Soulful Christmas" to you this year.
Joining the 17-piece Orchestra is Tasche, a very talented and world-recognized R&B soul/Rock artist ready to energize the stage with an engaging and entertaining holiday concert.
From the most inventive yuletide grooves to straight-up soul and funk, Tasche will premiere an evening of big band music with a funky twist.
About Tasche:
An Oakland, California native, Tasche is a powerhouse vocalist and keyboardist who thrills audiences throughout the world with his original music and stunning covers. His career boasts performances across the globe, from Japan and France to Canada and Brazil. He's graced stages alongside renowned artists like CeeLo Green, Sheila E, and Tony! Toni! Toné!.
His own musical journey includes two acclaimed CDs, "A Love Worth Fighting For" and "From the Soul," showcasing his songwriting talent.
Whether he is captivating audiences with his originals or dazzling them with covers, Tasche's artistry is undeniable.