Music scene · Scottsdale

Scottsdale's music leans toward upscale lounge settings, resort venues, and community events. Part of the Phoenix metro east of the city. Old Town hosts live music at bars and patios, while nearby Phoenix and Tempe offer more diverse options.

Resorts and lounges in Old Town Scottsdale book jazz combos and acoustic acts. Bars along Scottsdale Road host cover bands on weekends. The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts presents formal concerts. Phoenix and Tempe venues are nearby for indie and rock shows.

Scottsdale is an affluent Phoenix suburb; artists identify with the broader metro. Local acts such as jazz combos and acoustic singer-songwriters perform at resort venues and Old Town bars.

Visit Old Town bars and resort lounges to observe regularly booked acts. Connect with Phoenix's larger music community 15 minutes west. Check Scottsdale Community College's music program for training. Local farmers markets feature acoustic performers.