Name: A Canadian Brass Christmas
Start: 2025-12-12T19:30:00
Location: Rio Salado Park

Tempe Center for the Arts

Get ready to time-travel through sound as Mario Yñiguez and his Cowboy Beethoven little big band take the TCA stage with a genre-bending blend of cowboy charm, classical flair, and smooth cool jazz.

Cowboy Beethoven

Rio Salado Park

International siren and comedienne extraordinaire Meow Meow lands in Tempe with her deliciously unhinged mix of exquisite music, subversive cabaret, and glorious mayhem.

Meow Meow

From Tucson, Arizona, RISO's sweet vocals and dynamic instrumentals serve as a striking counterpart to gritty, beautifully honest, and captivating original songs. Rooted in the acoustic soundscapes of their respective childhoods, RISO embraces an old-time aesthetic that seems to emanate from the very bones of the earth yet incorporates pop flourishes and sometimes complex arrangements.

RISO

This sound meditation experience combines Tibetan and crystal bowls to induce deep relaxation and facilitate healing. Led by Jennifer, the session begins with an short overview of sound's transformative power, followed by a brief guided breath and movement practice designed to enhance the effectiveness of the hour-long sound journey. Participants can expect to immerse themselves in soothing vibrations that promote mindfulness and inner peace.

Jennifer Buljan

Known for their fabulous sound, playful wit, and over-the-top showmanship, Canadian Brass never fails to delight. They’ll deck the halls with bold, brassy takes on beloved holiday classics in ways you'll be sure to enjoy! As masters of concert presentations, their engaging stage presence and audience rapport have delighted audiences across the globe for four decades.