2025: 11/15 The Nathan Royal Trio featuring Hayley Kirkland II @ The A-Frame

Start time: 7:30pm The Nathan Royal Trio—Nathan Royal (guitar), Tony Elison (piano), and David Ian Baker (bass)—brings a modern twist to the classic jazz trio format. Drawing inspiration from the Nat King Cole and Oscar Peterson trios, the group blends nostalgic swing with chamber music sensibilities, offering punchy arrangements, rich reharmonizations, and a spirit of joyful interplay. With a nod to legendary guitarists like Django Reinhardt and Charlie Christian, the trio emphasizes rhythm and lead guitar in equal measure, creating an ego-free, deeply connected sound. For this special house concert, the trio will be joined by one of Utah’s finest vocalists: the incomparable Hayley Kirkland. Influenced by the legendary Ella Fitzgerald, Hayley is the director and lead singer of the Hot House West Swing Orchestra and is known for her dynamic stage presence and extraordinary vocal control. Her voice brings heart, humor, and swing to the room in equal measure. This intimate evening promis