Upcoming Events

A Festival devoted to all things Word! April 18, 6:30 pm — "Three Mothers" written by David Carrasco & directed by Debra Gallegos The love of a son knows no color, but can personal beliefs blur the lines to the world's epidemics? April 19 & 20, 7:30 pm — "Stories from Home" featuring Safos Dance at Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Yvonne Montoya, a 23rd-generation Nuevomexicana developed "Stories from Home after her father's passing. Compelled to carry his storytelling traditions for…

Beware, my lord, of jealousy... Against all odds, a Black man climbs the social ladder of a rigidly homogenous Venice—finding success in politics, military efforts, and even love. At his side, a woman born to status holds firm in her agency, even as her world reduces her to a symbol. In the words of the director: “Balanced atop a knife’s edge between devotion and destruction, this timeless and timely classic challenges all of us to witness how deceptively easy it…

Special Blend is a collaboration between the White Rabbit Rock and Blues Band and the North High School Jazz Ensemble. The partnership was formed in November 2022 and rehearsals have been steady since. The Summer of 2023 was filled with city wide concerts in the park along with the Denver Municipal Band. Special Blend is booked for more gigs this summer and special events. Join us at this unique Matinee for an afternoon of great tunes and breaking down generational…

Boulder Concert Chorale presents Fiesta de Las Luces: Songs of Mexico - Lifting Lives Through Song Alzando Almas Con Canciones 3:30 pre-show talk with Dr. Vicki Burrichter and Albert Martinez 4:00 Concert start In celebration of Mexico and the depth and breadth of Mexican culture, the Boulder Chorale is excited to present Fiesta de Las Luces: Songs of Mexico featuring The Uvalde High School Mariachi Band Los Coyotes and with the Boulder Children’s Chorale’s Bel Canto. The concert will feature…

JoFoKe & Same Cloth is a dynamic, genre-bending ensemble based in Denver, led by the creative force of JoFoKe, a talented Black woman vocalist and songwriter. Known for their innovative approach to music-making, JoFoKe & Same Cloth fuse various genres and musical traditions to craft deeply meaningful art that resonates with audiences. With JoFoKe's captivating charisma and distinctive vocal stylings at the forefront, the band's lineup includes Solomon Chapman on keyboards, Will Gaines on bass, Callum Bair & James Tré…

Join us on Saturdays in April as the Derek Banach Quintet explores the music of one of the most iconic ensembles in jazz history: Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. A driving force of the hard-bop style of the 1950s through the 80s, and a springboard for some of the music's most celebrated composers and performers, the Jazz Messengers is synonymous with the sound of jazz in the second half of the 20th century. This residency will feature compositions from Bobby Timmons and…

“But it was her playful charisma and those heavenly vocals that won us over…”  — NPR.org Avery*Sunshine takes no detours in creating melodious music for the masses. She makes the kind of music that undeniably satisfies the soul leaving her audience full and invigorated. Born Denise White in Chester, Pennsylvania, with her roots grounded in the church, the singer, pianist, and composer has created a signature sound that mixes soul, jazz, R&B, and gospel. Avery’s sound is uplifting, vibrant, and…

Dance all night long with Angel of the Night spinning the best Funky Disco, Soul & Samples! Get ready to groove to the soulful beats of DJ Ayana Contreras as she takes you on a musical journey blending Funky Disco, Soul, and Sample jams. DJ Ayana Contreras is no stranger to the scene, with over a decade of experience hosting the Reclaimed Soul program on Vocalo Radio and later on WBEZ in Chicago. Currently, she lights up the airwaves with…

Flutist, saxophonist, and composer Joe Anderies has been active in the Denver jazz scene for the past 35 years. Parallel to his performance career is his involvement in the music education community and specifically the jazz education scene. He has pioneered an extensive jazz mentoring network to foster young musicians in elementary and middle schools. Currently retired from full time teaching he is now concentrating on private teaching, mentoring with the CCJA program, music publishing, and jazz clinician activities in both public…

Celebrate the Day of the Child with the Mexican Cultural Center at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science! Día del Niño celebrates all children. Countries around the world have honored kids with a special day for nearly 100 years. The United Nations established the Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1990. This document declares that kids have a right to health, well-being, and happiness and that they should be protected from physical or emotional harm. More than…

Dazzle's brunch has a new look! Chef Mario designs unique a-la-carte brunch delicacies including a Continental Breakfast Board and a fresh Pineapple Boat full of fruit & cottage cheese. Local Pianist extraordinaire Adam Bodine, "Your Brunch Guru" creates a comedic musical experience every Sunday with parodies, improvisation, and audience participation. Dazzle's staff provides friendly, table-side service throughout brunch in our El Chapultepec Piano Lounge. One Google reviewer described the performance as, "wacky and weird and seeking audience participation. Adam's style…

Dazzle's brunch has a new look! Chef Mario designs unique a-la-carte brunch delicacies including a Continental Breakfast Board and a fresh Pineapple Boat full of fruit & cottage cheese. Local Pianist extraordinaire Adam Bodine, "Your Brunch Guru" creates a comedic musical experience every Sunday with parodies, improvisation, and audience participation. Dazzle's staff provides friendly, table-side service throughout brunch in our El Chapultepec Piano Lounge. One Google reviewer described the performance as, "wacky and weird and seeking audience participation. Adam's style…

Spangalang Brewery presents "Published" Live! An unforgettable musical journey as "Published" takes the stage with its signature blend of soulful improvisations. Grab your friends and family, reserve your table, and join us for an afternoon of soul-stirring music and delectable delights. Open to the public but reservations encouraged for enhanced experience (includes complimentary drinks, premium seating, and service) Spangalang is a black-owned brewery in the heart of the Historic Five Points Neighborhood, often referred to as The Harlem of the…

The CJRO celebrates two of the most successful singer-songwriters in American musical history, Carole King, and James Taylor, at venues in Parker, Lakewood, and Aurora. Many of their collaborations along with the music of Simon and Garfunkel, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, and others will be heard on this wonderful evening of famous hits. The small band ensemble features vocalist, arranger, and concert curator, Marion Powers, along with Sonya Walker (keyboards), Steve Kovalcheck (guitar), Matt Smiley (bass), and Mary Claxton on…

Boulder Concert Chorale presents Fiesta de Las Luces: Songs of Mexico - Lifting Lives Through Song Alzando Almas Con Canciones 3:30 pre-show talk with Dr. Vicki Burrichter and Albert Martinez 4:00 Concert start In celebration of Mexico and the depth and breadth of Mexican culture, the Boulder Chorale is excited to present Fiesta de Las Luces: Songs of Mexico featuring The Uvalde High School Mariachi Band Los Coyotes and with the Boulder Children’s Chorale’s Bel Canto. The concert will feature…

Our music presentations are of JAZZ with an International touch, and songs from the Great American Songbook are always a hit. SaZón Six performs a tasteful repertoire of Jazz, Latin Beats, and American Standards. Norma Tell sings in English, Spanish and Portuguese, thus highlighting the International flavor of SaZón. Norma Tell - Vocals Ed Stephen - Guitar Ron Jolly - Piano Andrew Hudson -Bass Chuck Schneider- Woodwinds Bobby Trujillo -Drums TICKETS

A quartet of Denver's jazz elite (bassist Ken Walker, saxophonist Keith Oxman, guitarist Dave Corbus and drummer Todd Reid ) will be exploring Eddie Harris' legacy and musical ideas through their own lens for this exciting show.  An influential force on the jazz world for decades, tenor saxophonist Eddie Harris used his light and fluid sound to bring groundbreaking compositions such as “Listen Here”, “Freedom Jazz Dance”, and “Cold Duck Time' to the world. He was equally influential in the development of unique hybrid instruments and electronic effects and…

Chantil Dukart is an indigenous jazz pianist, singer, and composer with roots in the Tsimshian and Sugpiaq tribes of Alaska and will be coming to the Muse with her trio "the Dukes of Art" to express and create within the extraordinary confines and freedom of the piano trio. With influences from Bill Evans to Harry Connick Jr and Nat King Cole, this dynamic group will laugh, inspire and amaze with the paradox of childlike joy and venture into the depths…

The Lamont Jazz Orchestra (LJO) is the University of Denver's premier large jazz ensemble. Made up of five saxes, four trombones, four trumpets, piano, bass, guitar and drums, the LJO performs the standard canon of jazz literature as well as original music by students and faculty. ​The LJO performs on and off campus throughout the year, often with special guest artists. Guest performers have included Frank David Greene, Wayne Bergeron, Denis DiBlasio, Brad Leali, Ryan Truesdell and Bob Mintzer. Recently,…

Everyone's favorite "clown in a gown", Bianca Del Rio, is returning to the stage with a new comedy show, aptly titled "Dead Inside". This will be the seasoned comic's sixth, worldwide stand-up comedy tour. Bianca will be entertaining the masses with her iconic lightning-fast wit and razor-sharp tongue. Her new show will cover politics, pop culture, political correctness, current events, cancel culture, and everyday life through the eyes of someone who's "dead inside" and finds humor in everything. As with…