The Andy Nevala Quartet will perform for Studio Club in the Phyllis A. Greer Studio. They will perform a mix of Eddie Palmieri, Tito Puente, and Joao Gilberto. This will be "a little taste" of their gig at Dazzle on September 7. The first set will be a tribute to Joao Gilberto – bossa nova and samba arrangements of his greatest hits. The 2nd set will be a Latin dance party featuring the music of Eddie Palmieri and Tito Puente,…

Veteran of the Afro-Cuban jazz movement, Arturo O’Farrill has directed the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra since 1995. This storied artist has appeared at three landmark Jazz at Lincoln Center concerts, performed world-wide with major artists, and produced several projects, including Fandango at the Wall, an encouragement to embrace what unites us as people. Concert held in the June Swaner Gates Concert Hall.

Known as one of the finest pianists of the past 60 years, Eddie Palmieri is a bandleader, arranger and composer of salsa and Latin jazz. His playing skillfully fuses the rhythm of his Puerto Rican heritage with the complexity of his jazz influences: Thelonious Monk, Herbie Hancock, McCoy Tyner as well as his older brother, Charlie Palmieri. A 10-time Grammy winner, NEA (National Endowment for the Arts) Jazzmaster, Palmieri is known for his unconventional and innovative sound that mixes American…

Two performances at 6:30pm and 9pm. Touring off the heels of the release of his latest album Sonero, saxophonist Miguel Zenón brings to Dazzle a quartet of longtime collaborators dedicated to celebrating the music of one of Zenón’s artistic heroes: Ismael Rivera. https://youtu.be/E8nGunM-BX4 Miguel Zenón – Alto Saxophone Luis Perdomo – Piano Hans Glawischnig – Bass Henry Cole – Drums

Assembled by Denver pianist/arranger Justin Adams, Media Noche Honrado is honoring the Latin Jazz art form and the late Jimmy Trujillo, bassist and original member of Denver's Media Noche. Original arrangements of Salsa classics and reworked pieces by Clare Fischer, Don Grolnick and many others will greet guests this evening. Artist fee for this date is $19 per set.

Moderno is a Latin jazz quintet that brings together some of Colorado’s finest players for a brilliant exhibition of Afro-Caribbean traditions, including the music of Cuba, Brazil, Puerto Rico, and others. Featuring pulsating rhythms from traditional Latin dances to jazz-influenced beats to funk grooves; the horns lay down a variety of colors -- red-hot to cool and bluesy, and the group’s outstanding soloists stretch their imaginations to give listeners a new and unique experience in each show. Whether just listening…

KUVO's High School / Collegiate Series present "Monarch Jazz One" 'live' in the Phyllis A. Greer Studio. Jazz One is Monarch’s top auditioned jazz ensemble. Students in this ensemble receive instruction in all styles of jazz under the direction of Clare Church. Monarch Jazz One performs jazz both old and new in all styles, from swing to Latin to funk. Instruments and Students: Saxes: Nathan Dankers, Luc Fillion, Kate McCormick, Fiona Cubillas, Eric Meseck Trombones: Ben Hayden, Anna Locker, Colin…

Paul Musso will be joined by Drew Morell on bass to present Musso’s Latin flavored original compositions and jazz standards. Musso will play two sets of creative music that will feature songs by great composers like Jobim, Gershwin and Cole Porter. He will also feature songs from his Tonescapes and Songs From the Pier releases. Paul will sing selections from his Nat King Cole tribute as well as a few Bossa Nova songs.

Bassist Mark Diamond hosts a weekly jazz series every Thursday evening at the Vine Street Pub and Brewery. The shows present the best jazz artists in Colorado, and beyond! Performances feature a rotating cast of killer musicians in numerous configurations featuring horns, singers, guitarists and powerful rhythm sections. Combining the delicious food and amazing beer, plus other beverages that Vine Street offers, with some of the best jazz anywhere, make these nights to remember! Music is from 7:00pm – 10:00pm…

Join in as the NYU All-University Jazz Orchestra conducted by Bobby Sanabria premieres/performs a new Latin Jazz composition by Dr. Jeremy Fletcher, "Nuestro Tiempo," this evening, May 5,  at 7pm EST, 5pm MST. You are invited to discuss the piece (and anything else) with orchestra director Bobby Sanabria, and the composer arranger, Jeremy Fletcher afterwards. Join ZOOM Meeting https://nyu.zoom.us/j/94415263392 Meeting ID: 944 1526 3392

The virtual event will be presented as a two-hour, state-wide television broadcast on Rocky Mountain PBS, Saturday, May 16, 6-8p.m., a two-hour radio show on KUVO JAZZ Saturday, May 16, 8-10p.m., aired on KUVO JAZZ 89.3 FM, streaming at kuvo.org, and on-demand video event on ArtsandVenues.com/5PJF. In addition, the two-hour video broadcast will be presented on the Denver Arts & Venues, Rocky Mountain PBS and KUVO social media channels. KUVO JAZZ will play segments from past festivals all day on…

Ritmo Jazz Latino is the essence of “True Latin Jazz”  With arrangements ranging in 6/8 time signatures, to coro-soneo’s resonating with the flavors of South & Central America this group of gifted musicians live and breathe clave and poly-rhythmic flavor.  The musicians of Ritmo Jazz Latino have a vast range of musical experience. Ritmo Jazz Latino has played prestigious concerts such as Winter Park Jazz Festival, a TASTE OF COLORADO, 5 Points Jazz Festival, The Vail Jazz Festival, and most…