Events for June 14, 2024

A wide variety of week-long, action-packed ensembles & classes. Registration is now OPEN. CCJA's Summer Institute offers something for everyone, from middle schoolers to adult musicians. Immerse yourself in topic-based courses and action-packed themed and jazz ensembles for a week at a time! Summer Institute classes are easy to mix and match - students can […]

The Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival presents a variety of local events in Colorado Springs, celebrating cultural diversity and community unity. This festival is a vibrant showcase of music, art, and educational activities that engage residents and visitors alike in the rich traditions and history commemorated on this special day. Day 1: Friday, June 14 Day […]

Max Bessesen is a multi-woodwind instrumentalist and composer living in Brooklyn. His “saxophone virtuosity” (Downbeat) has helped him perform in bands led by Darcy James Argue, Mimi Jones, and Tyler Mitchell. He has played on four continents, and in New York venues like Dizzy’s Club, The Jazz Gallery, and Birdland. His 2020 album Trouble (Ropeadope) […]

Caifanes is a Mexican rock band formed in Mexico City in 1987. The group achieved commercial success during the late 1980s and early 1990s. The original lineup of members consisted of Saúl Hernández, Sabo Romo, Alfonso André and Diego Herrera. Alejandro Marcovich later joined as lead guitarist. Café Tacuba, stylized as Café Tacvba, is a […]

Join us on Friday nights in June to experience the exciting and gritty sounds of the Taylor Clay Quintet paying homage to Johnny Griffin and Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis - the iconic Tenor Titans.  Known for their be-bop anthems and crowd stirring solos, Johnny Griffin and Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis have influenced generations of musicians of all genres. For this special series, saxophonist and bandleader Taylor […]

An exciting set of classic compositions and adventurous improvisation on the music of Pat Metheny featuring Jason Greenlaw on guitar, Adam Bodine on piano, Barry Eldridge on drums, and Kevin Johnson on bass. Tickets HERE

Join us on Friday nights in June to experience the exciting and gritty sounds of the Taylor Clay Quintet paying homage to Johnny Griffin and Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis - the iconic Tenor Titans.  Known for their be-bop anthems and crowd stirring solos, Johnny Griffin and Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis have influenced generations of musicians of all genres. For this special series, saxophonist and bandleader Taylor […]

Dr. David Mesquitic is a pianist, composer, and educator committed to the intergenerational transfer of the knowledge, history, and traditions of jazz. Mesquitic currently teaches at the University of Wyoming as Lecturer in Jazz Piano where he also maintains a schedule performing with his trio, adjudicating, and commissioning music throughout the globe. Mesquitic holds a […]