Join us for this special night of music, celebrating the latest release from composer and bandleader Ben Markley, a live album recorded here at Nocturne! Markley’s voice as a composer and performer has established him as an integral part of the musical community in the Front Range. Featuring original compositions played by a phenomenal group of musicians, this show promises to be an unforgettable night of creative music! For this Sunday show, Ben will be joined by a stellar lineup: Wil Swindler (saxophone), Steve Kovalcheck (guitar), Seth Lewis (bass), and Andy Wheelock (drums).

Ben Markley is an accomplished pianist, band leader, and composer/arranger, active throughout the Rocky Mountain front range and has performed with Brian Lynch, Greg Osby, Eddie Henderson, Terell Stafford, George Garzone, Bobby Shew and John Fedchock, and many others. Markley is the leader of the Ben Markley Big Band, a daring ensemble known for their creative takes on beloved modern and contemporary jazz classics. Fresh off the heels of Clockwise: The Music of Cedar Walton, Markley tackles his most ambitious project yet: Ari’s Funhouse, a big band album featuring the music of drummer Ari Hoenig, with Hoenig himself in the drum chair. The album received great critical acclaim and was selected as one of the best 4-star rated albums of 2022 by DownBeat magazine. Markley has performed several Nocturne “artists in residencies.” One of his trio projects was featured on Nocturne’s first-ever record release.

 Sunday Show Times:   Show 1: 6:30-7:45 pm |   Show 2: 8:45-10:00 pm

Reservation Information:

Main level and mezzanine tables are reserved for Dinner and Show Reservations and include our seasonal three-course menu and the cost of music.

Reserved Bar Seats are $22 per guest and include music. Bar seat guests can order from our dinner menu and wine & craft cocktail list.

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