Write-ups for AZ Classic Jazz Festival
DAN REED’S DIXIELAND HOTSHOTS
After playing on cruise ships for 20 years, Dan decided to settle in Arizona. He is extremely popular with local audiences. He teaches and plays with numerous bands. Fans suggested he form his own groups, but always keeping his own name in the title so they could locate him easily. He fell in love with traditional jazz in high school and his Hotshots are always entertaining.
25th annual, Nov 6 – 9, 2014
Dan Reed’s Dixieland Hotshots
We were lucky when Dan chose Phoenix as his home base after spending 20 years at sea as a musician and musical director for Carnival, Princess Cruises & Cunard. Dan is kept busy playing as a featured musician in many bands, conducting and coaching bands, and giving private lessons.
26th annual, Nov 5 – 8, 2015
Dan Reed’s Dixieland Hotshots
Dan has been described as an amazing musician, and as much fun to watch as a whirling dervish. His “Hotshots” will make you think you’ve been visiting New Orleans.
27th annual, Nov 3 – 6, 2016
Dan Reed’s Dixieland Hotshots
Dixieland as you’ve never heard or seen before.
28th annual, Nov 2 – 5, 2017
Dan Reed’s Dixieland Hotshots
Dan brings a dynamic and electrifying energy to every performance. He plays regularly with the Sun City Stomperz and leads several of his own bands as well. You will see Dixieland as never before.