The Dawn Clement Trio, hailing from the vibrant Denver music scene, embodies the essence of contemporary jazz. Composed of the accomplished Dawn Clement on piano and vocals, Patrick McDevitt’s dynamic bass rhythms, and the spirited percussive stylings of Dru Heller, they bring storytelling to life through their music.
Inspired by the like of ECM Records’ finest and pianists Jaki Byard and Blossom Dearie, their performances are intimate dialogues in melody and rhythm. They offer audiences sonic odysseys that resonate with emotion and sophistication. Every note played is an invitation to explore a rich tapestry of innovative music that pushes beyond the expected.
Dawn Clement is a pianist/vocalist/composer based in Denver, Colorado who has established herself as a top tier, international artist. She has released 6 albums as a leader, most recently, an album called Islands (Fall ’21), a collection of original songs in collaboration with producer Jon Solo. Dawn has performed with many distinguished artists, including: Jane Ira Bloom, säje, Rene Marie, Ingrid Jensen, John Clayton, Sheila Jordan, Tia Fuller, Ron Miles, Matt Wilson, Allison Miller, Anat Cohen, Donny McCaslin, Terrell Stafford, Ernie Watts, Monique Brooks Roberts, Shane Endsley, Quincy Davis, and others.
Dawn is a founding member of Esthesis Quartet (’20) who released their self-titled debut album in May ’22 with ha second release (Time Zones) coming in March ’23. In Fall ’21, Dawn was the recipient of the CMA performance plus grant to compose for Esthesis Quartet and work with artist educator Bill Frisell. Dawn holds a Bachelor’s of Music from Cornish College of the Arts, a Master’s of Music Composition from Vermont College of Fine Arts, and currently serves as Assistant Professor of Jazz and American Improvised Music at MSU Denver.
Sunday Summer Show: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Reservation Information:
Main level and mezzanine tables are reserved for Dinner and a 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 entire dinner menu as well as our wine & craft cocktail list.
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