Sharel Cassity brings together an all-star ensemble of Christian McBride on bass, Lewis Nash on drums, Cyrus Chestnut on piano, with special guests Terell Stafford on trumpet, and Michael Dease on trombone for Gratitude. Brimming with energy and optimistic spirit, Gratitude breathes fresh life into both Cassity’s artistic vision and the dynamic collaboration of this eminent rhythm section. Jazz PHX will also feature new music from Lorraine Feather, James Zito and John Clayton with Mulgrew Miller.