Drummer

The Larry Spencer Quintet kicks off the season with the bold call of the trumpet as Larry Spencer delivers vibrant jazz arrangements shaped by his wide-ranging career. His quintet features Bruce Bohnstengel on saxes, Steve Harlos on piano, Brian Warthen on electric bass, and Steve Barnes on drums.

The Don Ambrose Trio makes their return to Sammons Jazz with Dallas-based pianist Don Ambrose’s warm, expressive piano style and a set of timeless jazz standards and more. His trio includes Lou Harlas on bass and Stockton Helbing on drums.

Sammons Jazz: Jazz Sparks

Sammons Center for the Arts

Longtime audience favorite James Driscoll makes his Sammons Jazz headlining debut with the James Driscoll Quartet. A master of both bass and guitar, James leads a tight-knit group, featuring Stockton Helbing on drums, Davy Mooney on guitar, and Chris McGuire on saxophone for a night of imaginative interplay and groove.

Jazz Heroes

Sammons Center For The Arts

But that’s not all! Brace yourself for a fresh take on popular holiday tunes with Stockton Helbing’s Jazz Initiative. From the soulful sounds of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” to the funky groove of “The [Funky] Little Drummer Boy,” experience holiday charts like never before. Get ready to swing to the rhythms of “Jingle Bells” and feel the New Orleans warmth of “All I Want for Christmas is You” in a jazz-infused celebration of the season.

Drummer

Stockton Helbing

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Feb 4, 2026

Sammons Jazz: Jazz Sparks · Sammons Center For The Arts

Dec 3, 2025

Jazz Heroes · Sammons Center For The Arts

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