Events for December 6, 2024

Black Nativity, the joyous holiday musical, is a modern retelling of the traditional account of the Nativity story from an African American perspective. Using gospel music, African beats, dramatic dance, and a biblical narrative Black Nativity opened for a limited run of 57 performances at Broadway's 41st St. Theatre on December 11, 1961. It was […]

In 1984, McKee joined Woody Herman’s Thundering Herd and appeared on several Grammy-nominated recordings. Over the years, McKee has served on the jazz faculty at schools including DePaul University, Youngstown State University, Northern Illinois University, the University of Missouri at Kansas City and Florida State University. McKee maintains a busy schedule as a clinician and […]

For over 30 years, Purnell Steen and the Five Points Ambassadors has been dedicated to preserving and playing the Jazz and Blues music of Denver's legendary Five Points neighborhood and is a regular at Dazzle. In September 2022, the Ambassadors spent a week playing and lecturing in Denver’s Sister City, Brest, France, as part of […]

El Javi is a gifted North American guitarist who fearlessly explores instrumental music, transcending the confines of traditional music genres. His music is a remarkable blend of various styles and techniques that come together to create an eclectic acoustic fusion that is truly unique. Beyond his exceptional musicianship, El Javi’s celebration of cultural diversity through […]

Bandleader and composer Taylor Clay returns to the Nocturne stage for this special one-time performance with his quintet. One of the most dynamic voices on the saxophone in the Rocky Mountains, Clay's playing and writing showcase prodigious skill and a delicate artistic sensibility in equal parts. For this performance, Taylor will be joined by a stellar lineup […]

Bandleader and composer Taylor Clay returns to the Nocturne stage for this special one-time performance with his quintet. One of the most dynamic voices on the saxophone in the Rocky Mountains, Clay's playing and writing showcase prodigious skill and a delicate artistic sensibility in equal parts. For this performance, Taylor will be joined by a stellar lineup […]

Electric Gizz generates an analog/electric & acoustic experience that draws in audiences with accessible grooves and contemporary sonic elements. Our original music & unique perspective on jazz classics combines the history of jazz rhythm, harmony and improvisation with the modernity of production and sound design in an accessible format. Electric Gizz was founded & created […]