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Boulder-born, Denver-based multi-instrumentalist composer Sonya Walker began her relationship with the piano when she was 5. Originally classically trained, she discovered her love of Black American improvised music by teaching herself trumpet, and eventually transitioned to exploring that tradition on the piano. You can find her all around the Denver area and occasionally beyond, playing both by herself and in various bands; mixed up in an eclectic set of projects. More Information

KUVO Presents in partnership with Dazzle When José James released No Beginning No End 2 (2020), a collaborative effort that paired the forward-looking vocalist with a global all-star cast including Ledisi, Aloe Blacc and Laura Mvula, it was apparent that the genre-defying artist was back to stake his claim as the jazz singer for the hip-hop generation. In that light his new project, On & On: José James Sings Badu finds James throwing down the gauntlet on the past 100…

Cuban-born pianist and composer HAROLD LÓPEZ-NUSSA begins an exciting new chapter of his fascinating career with his Blue Note debut Timba a la Americana, a vibrant album teeming with joy and pathos that was inspired by the pianist’s recent decision to leave his Cuban homeland and begin a new life in France. Produced by Snarky Puppy bandleader Michael League, Timba a la Americana unveils a brand-new sound across 10 dynamic original compositions performed by a tight-knit band featuring harmonica virtuoso…

KUVO Presents in partnership with Dazzle — La Dame Blanche With her explosive mix of hip hop, cumbia, dancehall and reggae, the Cuban singer, flautist and percussionist Yaite Ramos Rodriguez, aka La Dame Blanche delivers a powerful and compelling sound that summons the spirits. The smoke of an inaugural cigar prior to setting foot on set, a glass of rum left backstage, necklaces, white flowers, a pristine turban: for her appearances on stage, La Dame Blanche feeds the energy of…

The Ken Walker Sextet is an iconic and beloved jazz group that has played together for more than two decades. The music is always swinging, often funky, and sometimes even profound. The repertoire ranges from jazz standards, to post-bop tunes, original compositions, and always, always inspired by Eddie Harris! Hearing the band is always an experience to remember! Ken Walker – Bass Paul Romaine – Drums Dave Corbs – Guitar Jeff Jenkins – Piano Brad Goode – Trumpet Peter Sommer…

A founding member of the Grammy-nominated vocal group, 'Rare Silk', MaryLynn has again put together a pick-of-the-crop band to perform an eclectic mix of songs from her repertoire. She will feature a few from her recent album, 'Secret Language', along with other choice arrangements that feature her and her outstanding bandmates. Always inspired by singing with other vocalists, she has invited guest vocalist John Bertram to join on several tunes. John & MaryLynn have collaborated often, with the vocal group…

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 our cultural exchange. The band has performed for many dignitaries, including the 2008 National Convention, playing for the Clintons and other notables. Purnell is a…

3 Mo Mezzos is a powerhouse singing group of three award-winning theater actresses from the Metro Denver area: Natalie Oliver-Atherton (True West Award Winner, Miss Colorado American 2023 & Founder of The Namasté Works Arts Alliance), Shandra Crayton-Artis (Porgy and Bess, Hairspray), and Rajdulari (Henry Award Nominee, Ain’t Misbehavin, Caroline or Change, Crowns). The concert will feature holiday music from Motown and beyond & take guests on a musical journey through many of your favorite Christmas tunes. Natalie Oliver-Atherton Shandra…

3 Mo Mezzos is a powerhouse singing group of three award-winning theater actresses from the Metro Denver area: Natalie Oliver-Atherton (True West Award Winner, Miss Colorado American 2023 & Founder of The Namasté Works Arts Alliance), Shandra Crayton-Artis (Porgy and Bess, Hairspray), and Rajdulari (Henry Award Nominee, Ain’t Misbehavin, Caroline or Change, Crowns). The concert will feature holiday music from Motown and beyond & take guests on a musical journey through many of your favorite Christmas tunes. Natalie Oliver-Atherton Shandra…

As a Jazz Journalists Association 2023 Jazz Hero, an award-winning pianist, percussionist, composer and arranger, LifeForce Jazz Records artist and educator, Tenia has 20+ years of teaching experience in all levels of education. At the present time, Tenia teaches privately in her music studio, teaches classes at Neighborhood Music at Stanley Marketplace in Aurora, Colorado and also mentors future musicians through GRAMMY U. Tenia Received her Bachelor of Music Education Degree from Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2004, and…

This inventive participatory version of a Dickens Christmas Carol is Dickens with a twist as the audience actually “helps” put on the play. Willing Cratchits and ghosts are recruited from their seats to join our professional actors on stage to teach Scrooge his famous lesson. And everyone gets into the act by helping with sound effects, gestures, and songs. Little ones right on up to grandma will delight in the holiday spirit as they “create” their own theatre magic. 12/2…

Since its inception in 2011, ATOMGA has continued to be a refreshing staple in the Colorado music circuit. Celebrating 12 years as a band and 12 years of creating a unique brand of afrobeat music infused with elements of jazz, rock, hip hop, and funk. Using this foundation, they are able to build polyrhythms which always get their audience moving! Through the years, ATOMGA has had remixes by artists such as Grant Phabao at Paris DJ's in Paris, France and…

Born in Brazil (1980), in 2010 ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award Winner Gabriel Santiago is a Composer/Arranger/ Acoustic and Electric Guitar Player with 14 albums (including CDs and DVDs) released. Called by JazzTimes Magazine “a young master at both the acoustic and electric guitars” and his compositions defined as “stunners”, Santiago holds a Doctoral Degree in Music Composition from the University of Texas at Austin, where he won the 2013 Outstanding Dissertation Award and the 2010 Eleanor A. Stribling Award…

Join us every Sunday for brunch with local pianist and brunch spirit guide extraordinaire Adam Bodine. Enjoy a variety of tasty treats while he tickles the ivories and your funny bone with his always fresh and fun musical explorations and amusing stage banter. TICKETS

CU Denver's College of Arts and Media presents two of its Signature ensembles. The Signature Jazz Guitar Ensemble will present mainstream jazz, fusion, funk and original compositions; Vov de la Clave will present Cuban and Latin American jazz. Both ensembles feature the college's top-performing students and an engaging selection of music covering many genres. The Jazz Guitar Ensemble is led by Drew Morell, Voz de la Clave is led by Dr. Peter Ellingson. Signature Jazz Ensemble: Mason Unthink - Guitar…

Directed by John Gunther, CU’s award-winning big band will perform this amazing jazz interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s famous score for “The Nutcracker.” The CU Jazz Ensemble has been recognized as one of the nation’s outstanding big bands. 6:30 p.m. TICKETS 9:00 p.m. TICKETS

Directed by John Gunther, CU’s award-winning big band will perform this amazing jazz interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s famous score for “The Nutcracker.” The CU Jazz Ensemble has been recognized as one of the nation’s outstanding big bands. 6:30 p.m. TICKETS 9:00 p.m. TICKETS

Pianist/vocalist Ellyn Rucker was a mainstay in the Denver jazz scene for decades. Her elegant bop and Bill Evans-influenced piano playing and her sultry vocal stylings were recognized not only in the Mile High City but also nationally and internationally. Along with her Denver gigs, she also appeared in Europe, including at the North Sea Jazz Festival. She was featured on NPR’s Piano Jazz program with Marian McPartland. Come join pianist Doug Roche, trumpet and flugelhorn player Gabe Mervine, drummer…

You might recognize Lauren Frihauf from her feature in NPR Music’s Tiny Desk ‘Top Shelf’, EP 1, or from Season 19 of NBC’s “The Voice”, where she made it to the Knockout Rounds with Teams Gwen and Legend. Lauren's enchanting sound, often compared to Joni Mitchell and Madison Cunningham, effortlessly blends elements of Indie, Folk, and Neo-soul. Her first original project was a collaboration that culminated in “The Latona Ep”, released in 2022; and she recently finished recording her solo…

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 music underscores the power of music to transcend language and culture, forging connections and understanding between people of all backgrounds. The Denver-based composer, producer and…

Celebrate the magic of the Holiday Season at Dazzle with A Very Saxy Christmas, a captivating holiday concert presented by The Saxtet, Denver's premier saxophone quintet. Fresh from their debut with The Sax Syndicate, The Saxtet is set to enchant audiences with a festive repertoire ranging from timeless classics to contemporary holiday favorites, all delivered in a jazzy acapella style. Composed of five of the city's best saxophonists, The Saxtet specializes in jazz saxophone, weaving intricate arrangements and inspiring improvisations…

oin award-winning children's musicians Farmer Dave and Animal Farm, for an interactive blend of music, movement, and educational comedy. Their original music explores themes of social-emotional learning, community, self-expression, and the environment through the eyes of our furry, feathered, scaly, and shell-dwelling friends. TICKETS

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 music underscores the power of music to transcend language and culture, forging connections and understanding between people of all backgrounds. The Denver-based composer, producer and…

What does it mean to go deeper? What does it mean to play from the soul? What does it mean to go Beyond? Going Beyond means creating a soundscape that pulls the listener into a world they’ve never experienced before. Going Beyond means pushing the limits of what is possible sonically and technically. But most importantly, going Beyond means going back. Back to the treasures of our ancestors. Join us on a journey filled with music inspired by the Traditions…

Join us every Sunday for brunch with local pianist and brunch spirit guide extraordinaire Adam Bodine. Enjoy a variety of tasty treats while he tickles the ivories and your funny bone with his always fresh and fun musical explorations and amusing stage banter. TICKETS

Join the Denver Jazz Orchestra for its annual Dazzle Holiday Concert! Featuring swinging versions of some of your holiday favorites as well as a few Latin interpretations of the great seasonal carols. This one is always sold out so make your reservations early! 5 p.m. TICKETS 7:30 p.m. TICKETS

Join the Denver Jazz Orchestra for its annual Dazzle Holiday Concert! Featuring swinging versions of some of your holiday favorites as well as a few Latin interpretations of the great seasonal carols. This one is always sold out so make your reservations early! 5 p.m. TICKETS 7:30 p.m. TICKETS

Guitarist Ian Argys, a native of New Hampshire, but raised in Colorado, tried out such instruments as the clarinet and the alto saxophone, before claiming the guitar as his primary force. He was fourteen years old when a family friend put a guitar in his hands. He was so taken with the instrument, that the guitar has been played by him every day since that time. Some of the other musicians Mr. Argys has been privileged to worked with include…

LAPOMPE returns once again to Dazzle for their annual "Django Carols" holiday show, celebrating the digital release of a new EP for the season! It features classic seasonal music in the style of Django Reinhardt's hot club jazz, including guest performers Enion Pelta-Tiller on violin and vocals and Glen Austen on drums. The "Carols" EP will be available online this December, but come see live performances of the songs including original compositions and mashups of jazz and holiday standards. Join…

Come join vibraphonist, Rocco Lc Williams, for a night of originals and classics that nourish the ear.

LAPOMPE returns once again to Dazzle for their annual "Django Carols" holiday show, celebrating the digital release of a new EP for the season! It features classic seasonal music in the style of Django Reinhardt's hot club jazz, including guest performers Enion Pelta-Tiller on violin and vocals and Glen Austen on drums. The "Carols" EP will be available online this December, but come see live performances of the songs including original compositions and mashups of jazz and holiday standards. Join…

Ghana-born drummer and composer, Paa Kow (pronounced Pah-Ko), blends rhythm and artistry from his home with jazz and African roots creating his own Afro-Fusion sound. Paa Kow - drums Max Moore - keys Eddie Ness - bass TICKETS

This inventive participatory version of a Dickens Christmas Carol is Dickens with a twist as the audience actually “helps” put on the play. Willing Cratchits and ghosts are recruited from their seats to join our professional actors on stage to teach Scrooge his famous lesson. And everyone gets into the act by helping with sound effects, gestures, and songs. Little ones right on up to grandma will delight in the holiday spirit as they “create” their own theatre magic. 12/2…

Dope Sh*t With Friends" is set to ignite the Denver music scene with an urban jazz explosion on December 16th, 2023, at the iconic Dazzle Denver. Brace yourself for an unforgettable night of rhythm and soul as Nelo, Kerrie Joy, the Urban Classic, and the Billboard-charting saxophonist Tony Exum Jr. converge to deliver a sonic journey like no other. Mark your calendars and prepare to be swept away by the symphony of sounds on a night where friendship, rhythm, and…

Back by popular demand, this quartet will be taking the Dazzle stage again on December 16. The material will be rooted in funk but it can go in any direction at any moment. The band will draw on original material from each member as well as some songs the audience already knows. The music will make you want to move. J.J. Murphy: As a composer and a guitarist, J.J. Murphy brings a soulful vitality to contemporary music. His sound is…

Join us every Sunday for brunch with local pianist and brunch spirit guide extraordinaire Adam Bodine. Enjoy a variety of tasty treats while he tickles the ivories and your funny bone with his always fresh and fun musical explorations and amusing stage banter. TICKETS

For over 30 years, Purnell Steen and the Five Points Ambassadors have 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 our cultural exchange. The band has performed for many dignitaries, including the 2008 National Convention, playing for the Clintons and other notables. Purnell is a…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 10th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition - a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the inaugural at the new Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists - Bailey Hinkley Grogan, Jenna McLean, and Marion Powers. Celebrate Guaraldi's timeless soundtrack along…

Undeniable is pianist and composer Adam Bodine’s natural musicality and his joy of playing, which paired with his playful sense of humor, always shines on stage and treats audiences to unique and memorable experiences. For this special concert, Adam will be joined by his friends Dru Heller on drums and Gonzalo Teppa on bass as they explore a fresh, fun, and spirited variety of music. Adam Bodine’s expressive authenticity and refreshingly open musical sensibilities especially come to life through his…

Max Bessesen is a multi-woodwind instrumentalist and composer in NYC. His “saxophone virtuosity” (Downbeat) has made him an in-demand sideman alongside musicians like Frank Lacy, Joe Farnsworth, and Mimi Jones. He has performed across the US, the Netherlands and Jordan as well as NYC venues like Dizzy’s, Ornithology, and Birdland. His acclaimed 2020 album Trouble (Ropeadope) features Ron Miles and the single “Bakkam” won an ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award. Support for this and other projects came from Luminarts, Pathways…

Otis Taylor grew up in Denver, but like the old blues song said, he was born in Chicago in 1948. According to Taylor, his parents were both jazz fans. My dad worked for the railroad and knew a lot of jazz people. He was a socialist and real bebopper. His mother loved everything from Etta James to Pat Boone. The first instrument Taylor learned to play was the banjo, but he soon rejected the banjo for its association with the…

Otis Taylor grew up in Denver, but like the old blues song said, he was born in Chicago in 1948. According to Taylor, his parents were both jazz fans. My dad worked for the railroad and knew a lot of jazz people. He was a socialist and real bebopper. His mother loved everything from Etta James to Pat Boone. The first instrument Taylor learned to play was the banjo, but he soon rejected the banjo for its association with the…

The Ken Walker Sextet is an iconic and beloved jazz group that has played together for more than two decades. The music is always swinging, often funky, and sometimes even profound. The repertoire ranges from jazz standards, to post-bop tunes, original compositions, and always, always inspired by Eddie Harris! Hearing the band is always an experience to remember! Ken Walker – Bass Paul Romaine – Drums Dave Corbs – Guitar Jeff Jenkins – Piano Brad Goode – Trumpet Peter Sommer…

Led by local saxophonist who hails from the Mile High City, Sarah Mount and the Rushmores has been delivering improv-driven hard funk and indie soul to the Denver area for the last five years. Featuring the core line-up, and accompanying guest artists every show with an array of both original music and cover songs. TICKETS

Same Cloth is a genre-bending, Denver-based, Black woman-led band that uses their peculiarities to share meaningful art. Same Cloth performs original music and creative cover arrangements that, along with JoFoKe's charisma and vocal stylings, are brought to life by Solomon Chapman on keyboards, Will Gaines on bass, Callum Bair & James Tré on guitar and Matt Campbell on drums. Same Cloth combines the diverse traditions of Black American Music to create an energetically eclectic and emotionally elevating live music experience.…

Join us every Sunday for brunch with local pianist and brunch spirit guide extraordinaire Adam Bodine. Enjoy a variety of tasty treats while he tickles the ivories and your funny bone with his always fresh and fun musical explorations and amusing stage banter. TICKETS

Retro, Reimagined Live Music, One Set Dance Floor Costume Contest (optional) with Prizes It's a nostalgic video game extravaganza! Come party with us as we cap off 2023 with some classic video game music (and maybe some TV and film music too) with your friendly neighborhood cover band, Nostal-jazz! Level up your NYE night with an early dinner show, or hang with us late night as we ring in the New Year. The dinner menu features many of the Dazzle…

Retro, Reimagined Live Music, One Set Dance Floor Costume Contest (optional) with Prizes It's a nostalgic video game extravaganza! Come party with us as we cap off 2023 with some classic video game music (and maybe some TV and film music too) with your friendly neighborhood cover band, Nostal-jazz! Level up your NYE night with an early dinner show, or hang with us late night as we ring in the New Year. The dinner menu features many of the Dazzle…

This group has been playing on the Denver Jazz scene together for 30 years. This group is on numerous recordings with guest artists including Curtis Fuller, Charles McPherson, David Liebman and Houston Person. Keith Oxman - sax Jeff Jenkins - piano Ken Walker - bass Todd Reid - drums TICKETS

A tribute to the great Chick Corea featuring some of Denver’s finest musicians, co-led by Eric Gunnison and Mike Marlier. The evening will feature some of our favorite Corea compositions as well as some originals inspired by his brilliant musical legacy. TICKETS

Lynn Skinner is a classically trained vocalist whose out-of-the-box personality quickly led her to weave her 3-octave voice into jazz, original music, folk, bossa nova, and a series of tribute concerts ranging from Duke Ellington to Joni Mitchell. For more than 40 years, Lynn has brought her artistry as a Denver-based performer and voice educator to much of the USA, the UK, France and Switzerland in intimate cafés, clubs, schools, festivals and concert halls. On hiatus for over 10 years,…

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 a Lecturer in Jazz Piano where he also maintains a schedule performing with his trio, adjudicating, and commissioning music throughout the globe. More Information

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. TICKETS

DAES is a group of musicians committed to pushing the boundaries of jazz music through modern jazz hip-hop fusion. DAES is comprised of current and former students from the Denver School of the Arts. Members include Elias Earl (vibraphone), Declan Scully aka GOLDICHOPS (drums), Scarlet Before-Horses (piano), Aesop Pelta-Tiller (bass), and Gwen Parney featured on saxophone. TICKETS

Making their mark in the world of improvised music, Splifftet is defining their sound through innovations in original composition and the exploration of modern improvisatory language. The Denver-based collective, which has been together for over four years, features drummer Maliq Wynn, saxophonist Chris Ferrari, vibraphonist Alec Streete, pianist Max Moore, and bassist Tony Golden. This will be their first performance as a group at the new Dazzle (14th St) location, and their only show in Denver of the winter season!…

A unique performance, which includes tunes from her albums All Together Now! (2021) and Happy Day (2022). Nature-based education and positive messaging, mixed in with a lot of interactive fun. From Jenn’s backyard farm, to bubbles, to honey bees, to caring about the earth and each other, this is an entertaining show for kids of ALL ages. "Families can sing, dance and laugh along with singer/songwriter Jenn Cleary. Jenn’s songs are both lively and educational and especially well suited for…

Moon.unit is an emerging project out of Boston, a brainchild of three current New England Conservatory students. Featuring Denver’s own Koki Renwick on trumpet, synth, and electronics, Jake Walters on piano, synth bass, and vocals, and Dominic Vance on drums, electronics, and percussion, moon.unit combines the styles of modern jazz, free and noise music, hip-hop, and pop genres into a unique listening experience. TICKETS

Presenting a sound rooted in jazz and classical traditions with a contemporary cinematic flare and fearless personal style, The Eli Baumgarten Trio is led by young composer and pianist Eli Baumgarten. Eli is a recent graduate from the CU Boulder Thompson Jazz Studies Program, and he studied at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music in Australia. You will hear from Eli’s debut EP entitled “Into Nowhere”, inspired by travels abroad and their interplay with the journey of life, alongside more of…

A solo piano set in the El Chapultepec Piano Lounge featuring Freddy Rodriguez Jr. More information

Join us every Sunday for brunch with local pianist and brunch spirit guide extraordinaire Adam Bodine. Enjoy a variety of tasty treats while he tickles the ivories and your funny bone with his always fresh and fun musical explorations and amusing stage banter. TICKETS

Multi Grammy nominated vocalist-lyricist Roberta Gambarini was mentored by, toured the world and recorded with some of the greatest Giants of Jazz. She has been twice named Singer of the Year by the International Jazz Journalists Association. Based in Denver since 1980, pianist and composer Eric Gunnison has led a distinguished career during which he has not only established himself as one of the mainstays of the Mile High City’s vibrant jazz scene as an instrumentalist, bandleader and educator, but has also…

Multi Grammy nominated vocalist-lyricist Roberta Gambarini was mentored by, toured the world and recorded with some of the greatest Giants of Jazz. She has been twice named Singer of the Year by the International Jazz Journalists Association. Based in Denver since 1980, pianist and composer Eric Gunnison has led a distinguished career during which he has not only established himself as one of the mainstays of the Mile High City’s vibrant jazz scene as an instrumentalist, bandleader and educator, but has also…

Multi Grammy nominated vocalist-lyricist Roberta Gambarini was mentored by, toured the world and recorded with some of the greatest Giants of Jazz. She has been twice named Singer of the Year by the International Jazz Journalists Association. Based in Denver since 1980, pianist and composer Eric Gunnison has led a distinguished career during which he has not only established himself as one of the mainstays of the Mile High City’s vibrant jazz scene as an instrumentalist, bandleader and educator, but has also…

A multi-instrumentalist and composer who performs on trumpet, bass and drums, Brad Goode is recognized as a unique stylist with a highly creative approach to improvisation. He has recorded on many jazz albums, including 18 as a leader for the Delmark, Sunlight, SteepleChase and Origin labels. Brad has toured and recorded with the bands of Von Freeman, Red Rodney, Eddie Harris, Ira Sullivan, Curtis Fuller, Jack DeJohnette, Ernie Krivda, Rosemary Clooney, Barrett Deems, the Woody Herman Orchestra and many others.…

Jason Greenlaw is a Denver and Boulder-based jazz guitarist and educator. After studying under the tutelage of jazz guitarist Joe Negri and contemporary pianist Geri Allen at the University of Pittsburgh, Jason's work has led him to experiment in a wide variety of creative projects from modern jazz to opera. Since moving to Colorado in 2020, Jason regularly performs in the area with various groups, jazz combos, and his original quartet, Superimposition. He also teaches out of Parlando School of…

The Jacob Larson Band is a 10-piece funk and soul ensemble combining powerhouse vocals, classic instrumentation and an old-school approach to music. Digging inspiration from the roots of soul religion, the band shares their own take on notable influences such as Tower of Power, Stevie Wonder, and Earth, Wind, and Fire. Jacob, an experienced entertainer with a strong and soulful voice, leads the band with true dynamic flair and presence, delivering the goods with a performance that moves and excites…

Lazlo Torok is a vibraphonist and composer from Denver, Colorado currently studying jazz performance at the Juilliard School in New York City. In his music, he attempts to convey the emotional depth of the human experience. He explores the relationship between composition and improvisation to create vessels for individual expression and a cohesive group dynamic. Lazlo is very excited to be joined by drummer Maliq Wynn, currently in his last year at Berklee College of Music, pianist Max Moore plays…

As a Jazz Journalists Association 2023 Jazz Hero, an award-winning pianist, percussionist, composer and arranger, LifeForce Jazz Records artist and educator, Tenia has 20+ years of teaching experience in all levels of education. At present, Tenia teaches privately in her music studio, teaches classes at Neighborhood Music at Stanley Marketplace in Aurora, Colorado and also mentors future musicians through GRAMMY U. Tenia received her Bachelor of Music Education Degree from Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2004, and her Masters…

Renowned Colorado reedman and educator Joe Anderies will be collaborating with international pianist, composer Chuck Lamb for this rare concert appearance at Denver’s amazing Dazzle 3.0. Joe was featured on Chuck’s highly acclaimed recording North By Northeast and both musicians enjoy a longtime friendship and musical synergy with plans ffor a recording together in the works. Join them as they feature original compositions from Joe’s recent Resonance album as well as compositions from Chuck’s recent recordings. With them will be…

Renowned Colorado reedman and educator Joe Anderies will be collaborating with international pianist, composer Chuck Lamb for this rare concert appearance at Denver’s amazing Dazzle 3.0. Joe was featured on Chuck’s highly acclaimed recording North By Northeast and both musicians enjoy a longtime friendship and musical synergy with plans ffor a recording together in the works. Join them as they feature original compositions from Joe’s recent Resonance album as well as compositions from Chuck’s recent recordings. With them will be…

Join us every Sunday for brunch with local pianist and brunch spirit guide extraordinaire Adam Bodine. Enjoy a variety of tasty treats while he tickles the ivories and your funny bone with his always fresh and fun musical explorations and amusing stage banter. TICKETS

Based in Northern Colorado, duo970 brings together flutist James Hall and pianist Susie Maddocks, who have both enjoyed varied and impressive careers. The equal partnership and friendship built throughout the years have made duo970 one of the most highly sought-after duos in the world. These two superstars are masterful at enthralling audiences with their musicality, virtuosity, and chemistry. As champions of new music, the duo has commissioned, premiered, and recorded multiple works for flute and piano. Most recently, they gave…

John Lewis spent his adult life inviting others to join him and get into ‘Good Trouble.’ Martin Luther King Jr. spent his adult life fighting for civil rights. On MLK Jr.'s Birthday, Daryl J. Walker issues a musical invitation to get into ‘Good Trouble’ where the legacies of both MLK Jr. and John Lewis are celebrated. Daryl J. Walker presents the live music equivalent of an old-school mix CD with each song designed to help you find your way to…

Tatiana Eva-Marie, is a Brooklyn-based singer and bandleader. Born and raised in Europe in a professional musical family, a Swiss-French composer and a Romanian classical violinist, Tatiana Eva-Marie grew up equally fascinated by her father’s New Orleans jazz records, and her mother’s heritage of Klezmer and Gypsy folk music. Nicknamed “the Gypsy-jazz Warbler” by the New York Times and acclaimed as a “millennial shaking up the jazz scene” by magazine Vanity Fair, Tatiana Eva-Marie returns to explore the music of…

Tatiana Eva-Marie, is a Brooklyn-based singer and bandleader. Born and raised in Europe in a professional musical family, a Swiss-French composer and a Romanian classical violinist, Tatiana Eva-Marie grew up equally fascinated by her father’s New Orleans jazz records, and her mother’s heritage of Klezmer and Gypsy folk music. Nicknamed “the Gypsy-jazz Warbler” by the New York Times and acclaimed as a “millennial shaking up the jazz scene” by magazine Vanity Fair, Tatiana Eva-Marie returns to explore the music of…

Tatiana Eva-Marie, is a Brooklyn-based singer and bandleader. Born and raised in Europe in a professional musical family, a Swiss-French composer and a Romanian classical violinist, Tatiana Eva-Marie grew up equally fascinated by her father’s New Orleans jazz records, and her mother’s heritage of Klezmer and Gypsy folk music. Nicknamed “the Gypsy-jazz Warbler” by the New York Times and acclaimed as a “millennial shaking up the jazz scene” by magazine Vanity Fair, Tatiana Eva-Marie returns to explore the music of…

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 a Lecturer in Jazz Piano where he also maintains a schedule performing with his trio, adjudicating, and commissioning music throughout the globe. More Information

Subspace Transmission is dedicated to our bandmate, mentor, and friend Ron Miles. It was released on March 8, 2023. One year after Ron’s passing. This 12-track album features 2 of Ron’s compositions, and his incredible playing is also featured on 2 tracks. The artwork for the album was done by Ron’s son Honor Miles. Ron Miles, We Love and Thank You.” – Matt This one-of-a-kind group from Denver performs the original music of Matt Skellenger. The group’s instrumentation is a…

“iies.” is a emerging artist/band currently residing within Denver, CO. The name “iies” is coined from the lead vocalist’s birth name "Craig Northup II" which takes the roman numeral two, to symbolize the two letter "i’s" creating the word "iies."- pronounced "eyes". known for engaging performances & past debut hip-hop albums such as "Poetry in the Field" and "Rebirth", iies. now tours Denver with “The iies. Collective” a band dedicated to pushing the musical envelope by bending genres and lyrical…

A solo piano set in the El Chapultepec Piano Lounge featuring Freddy Rodriguez Jr. More information

Join us and help bring our fractured fairy tale to life. In our whimsical version of Snow White, our dwarves are all musicians who live in an old, abandoned jazz nightclub called Dazzle, (sound familiar?). The audience finds themselves part of the show as our master storyteller picks willing audience members to come up on stage and play the musical dwarves as well as various other roles in the play. No one gets left out of the act because everyone helps from their…

Musical Style: Jazz Mark brings two friends from since early days at El Chapultepec--Greg and Ken--to join a few musicians who have come of age in Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts: Miles, Braxton, Sonya, Alex, and Timothy. This will be a fun session, a meeting of very cool and diverse creative minds. And a good dose of deep groove! Mark Patterson, trombone Greg Gisbert, trumpet Alex Loran, saxophone Timothy Bowar, saxophone Miles Fielder, trombone Sonya Walker, piano and trumpet…

Musical Style: Contemporary jazz, original music, neo-soul, improvisation Daruma is a fresh, new contemporary jazz project featuring original music by some of Denver’s finest young talent. Their sound takes audiences from stank-face-inducing grooves, to intimate ballads, to massive Coltrane-inspired swing. Daruma reinterprets the jazz aesthetic for the 21st century and crosses it with progressive rock, film music, and neo-soul in a genre-bending original sound. Members of the ensemble have performed with leading voices in contemporary music ranging from Billy Childs,…

A solo piano set in the El Chapultepec Piano Lounge featuring Freddy Rodriguez Jr. More information