Freddy Rodriguez Sr. is Denver jazz. An inductee to the Denver Jazz Hall of Fame, Freddy has been performing jazz in Denver for most of his life and is one of the few living Denver jazz musicians who performed during the 5-points jazz renaissance. Well known for his continued 35-year-stint at Denver’s famed El Chapultepec, Freddy also leads his group for a monthly 2nd Friday lunch jam session at Dazzle Jazz Club. Freddy has performed with many of the titans…

Ellyn Rucker makes her grand return to the stage with a jazz celebration hosted by The Ron Bland Trio. We will witness Ellyn becoming reacquainted with her fans, and listen as she reflects on her illustrious career. “Older fans love jazz. But I’ve also attracted many younger fans who have discovered the music that will live forever,’’ Ellyn says. Ellyn’s friends are invited to listen to, or join on stage with “a special lady with special talents,’’ as Paul Warburton…

Collectively, the members of ‘the heavy heavies’ have been performing for over 150 years. Their reputation in the Colorado music community is incomparable and their talent inspiring. A go-to band for weekend main stages, festivals and large formal events, this seasoned group of pros make it look easy. Jazz, R&B and huge crowd pleasers consistently keep this band on the stage for multiple encores.

The Braxton Kahn Trio is comprised of long-time friends who seek to communicate grace, joy, and humor through the lens of original compositions and personal takes on jazz repertoire. Braxton Kahn (drums), Alex Heffron (guitar), and Hunter Roberts (bass); all maintain busy schedules as sidemen in the Colorado music scene but are exceptionally excited to share their unique musical vision as a trio. Image by Jack Sasson

Come out and celebrate with the Freddy Rodriquez Sr. and the Jazz Connection on their 40th Anniversary of performing at El Chapultepec (The Pec)! The long-time group began playing at "The Pec" in 1980, Freddy Rodriguez on sax, Freddy Rodriguez Jr., on keys and vocals, Andrew Hudson on bass and Tony Black on drums. Freddy has performed with many of the titans of jazz; from Nancy Wilson, Harold Land, Ray Brown, Red Holliday, Wynton and Branford Marsalis, Slide Hampton and…

Live from the Phyllis A. Greer Studio this week...the sparkling and soulful, Grammy award-winning saxophonist Brad Leali makes a triumphant return to his hometown of Denver to perform alongside his longtime friend; multi-Grammy nominated trombonist Stafford Hunter and a fiery quintet of local jazz stalwarts. A swingin’ time will be had! The players include: Stafford Hunter on trombone, shells and vocals, Brad Leali on alto sax, Peter Stoltzman on piano, Ken Walker on bass and Dru Heller on drums. Studio…

The Miguel Espinoza Flamenco Fusion ensemble plays a complex rhythmic and lyrical blend of flamenco, jazz, European and Indian classical music, and Afro-Caribbean-influenced styles. Formed in 2018, they have been playing to sold out audiences in the Denver area from the very beginning, and were recently honored to receive Denver’s Westword 2019 Music Award for “Best of World Music”. Their latest album Turtle Dreams is full of original music hailed for its color, vibrancy, emotional nuance, and sophisticated rhythms. Miguel…

Hello All! In response to the Covid epidemic which has changed so much of our lives, Fortunato had planned an evening of music for you all to watch and listen to Thursday from the nest of your own home. Recent developments have altered this. So, slight change of plans…(how many times have you heard that in the last few weeks??) Due to new stay at home orders in our state, it is now illegal for Fortunato Trio to play together.…

Tenia Renee Nelson presents a night of good music from the comfort of her home. Click HERE: Tenia Nelson Jazz for a Facebook concert experience. Hope to see y'all there!!

The Camilla Vaitaitis Trio will livestream from Mighty Fine Productions Studio featuring Ben Parrish on bass, Dan Quisenberry on drums and Camilla on vocals and piano. Tune in to the Dazzle YouTube channel or tune in to Dazzle Facebook page. The concerts will last up to an hour or hour and a half depending on the artists. Camilla Vaitaitis is an award winning pianist, vocalist, arranger and composer based in Denver, CO. She graduated from the Lamont School of Music…

Join Big Head Todd and the Monsters Facebook page on May 17 at 6pm for a live stream from the one and only Hazel Miller! Proceeds from the stream will benefit Denver's Inner City Health Center and Hunger Free Colorado, in support of their fight on the frontlines. We look forward to seeing you on the 17th! If you enjoy the stream and are able to donate, we ask that you consider donate to the following: Hunger Free - https://www.classy.org/give/276385/#!/donation/checkout…