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THE SOUNDTRACK OF A LIFETIME: PATRICK HOGAN ON JAZZ, WRITING AND PERFORMANCE

Singer, pianist and composer Patrick Hogan, who will be performing with The Patrick Hogan Trio at Maxan Jazz June 21, shares the remarkable story of how his love affair with jazz began practically in the cradle, listening to Frank Sinatra’s iconic recording of “In The Wee Small H ...  Show more

TRUMPET LEGEND WAYNE BERGERON: FROM ROCK DREAMS TO MAYNARD FERGUSON’S BAND

Trumpet virtuoso Wayne Bergeron, one of the most respected and sought-after musicians in the world, joins Ira for an engaging conversation ahead of his appearance with the Jazz Vegas Orchestra in Myron’s at The Smith Center on June 17. In this fascinating episode, Wayne reveals t ...  Show more

JONATHAN KARRANT CELEBRATES COLE PORTER AT MYRON’S JUNE 9

This week on “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Ira welcomes acclaimed vocalist Jonathan Karrant, who brings his celebrated tribute to legendary composer and songwriter Cole Porter to Myron's at The Smith Center on June 9. Jonathan reflects on his own journey from Ft. Smith, Arkans ...  Show more

CATHY RICH AND GREGG POTTER CELEBRATE THE MUSIC OF BUDDY RICH

This week on “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Ira sits down with Cathy Rich, daughter of legendary drummer Buddy Rich, along with Emmy Award-winning drummer Gregg Potter, as they bring The Buddy Rich Big Band Machine to Myron’s at The Smith Center on May 30. In this engaging conv ...  Show more

LAUGH FACTORY FAVORITE BILL DAWES TALKS COMEDY, DISCIPLINE & LIFE

This week on “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Ira sits down with comedian Bill Dawes, performing in The Laugh Factory at Horseshoe Las Vegas May 18–24. In this engaging episode, Bill shares how he made the leap from acting to stand-up comedy after growing frustrated with the lack ...  Show more