Upcoming Events

Join us for a swinging night with the inimitable David Mesquitic Trio, celebrating the release of his new album, The Trio: Volume 1. David will be joined by an all-star lineup all the way from Austin, Texas: Daniel Dufor (drums) and Ryan Hagler (bass). Honoring the tradition of iconic piano trios from bandleaders such as Oscar Peterson, Ray Brown, and Jeff Hamilton while still remaining fresh and modern, an evening with this band promises to be an unforgettable, swingin' affair. Award winning pianist David Mesquitic is a composer and…

With the recent passing of her husband, Neil Bridge, Karen Lee Bridge is so very happy to celebrate his life by carrying their music forward! Along with her outstanding musicians...they will continue to perform the stunning songs from The Great American Songbook & beyond arranged by Neil Bridge and in musical collaboration with Karen Lee Bridge. Karen adores the wonderful circle of love that happens between band and audience in a live performance, and she is jazzed to share in…

Jack Hadley was born in the Philippines into a military family. When they returned to America, they were stationed in San Francisco where he spent his childhood in the Haight-Ashbury district. Jack’s mother bought him an acoustic guitar at an early age to keep him busy. The family eventually moved to Denver, Colorado, where he learned to play music by ear, playing everything from Hendrix to Dylan, unaware that he was learning the foundation of American music – the Blues. Some…

Kortet is Denver's newest world music fusion project featuring diverse instrumentation, virtuosic musicianship, and soulful originals. After the group's debut at Dazzle last August, an audience member raved, "one of the rare near-perfect performances in my long history of seeing live performances. Mind-melting musicianship!" Known as one of Denver's premier percussionists specializing in the Indian tabla and Flamenco cajon, Andy Skellenger leads this group into new territory with his original compositions written on the West African Kora. The masterful playing…

Having toured internationally, sharing stages with both African and American luminaries including Kojo Antwi, Amakye Dede and Victor Wooten, 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. Dubbed "Ghana's most artistic drummer" (Modern Ghana), he plays a custom, hand-carved, traditionally inspired Ghanaian drum set that is the only one of its kind in the world, guaranteeing an extraordinary cultural and musical experience. Growing up in the small village…

Jade Oracle is a bewitching potion of neo-soul, jazz, and siren songs to appease the Void. Led by the creative nexus of high priestess Coy Lim (Vox and Keys), synth sage Jake Alvarez (Guitar, MIDI Guitar), and dimension dealer Calvin Davis (Drums) their music has enthralled audiences across the US. Otherworldly grooves, ethereal eastern-inspired melodies, and silken sonic soundscapes define Jade Oracle; and beguile the listener to transcend this mortal plane to explore the realms of spirit and shadow. Coy…

Stroll in across our red carpet! SET IT OFF & PARTY with the Ladies of DELTA SIGMA THETA Sorority, Inc. BENEFIT: COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND GET TICKETS! By Denver Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta & DT

Vibraphonist and composer Ted Piltzecker returns to Colorado with an All-Star group. He has toured and recorded with the George Shearing Quintet, performed with his ensembles all over the world, directed the jazz program at the Aspen Music Festival for many years, released six albums as a leader, and is an award-winning composer. After his last packed event at Dazzle, he recorded “Vibes On A Breath” - a septet album with four horns playing his distinctive arrangements of standards and…

Travel across musical vistas of America from sea to shining sea and salute those who have served our nation past and present. We honor and acknowledge the sacrifice and service so many have made for our country, to preserve and protect our way of life and the enduring spirit of America. Join us as we celebrate America through poignant remembrance and uplifting patriotism in this Star Spangled Season Finale. Tickets

Singer, songwriter, and humanitarian Etana is a powerhouse vocalist and 2 X Grammy Award, nominee. Its a been a decade after her debut as a reggae artist, she is now a recognized and respected entertainer in her native Jamaica and is also well known worldwide. Born Shauna McKenzie, the young talent migrated to the United States for the opportunity and briefly pursued a pop music career before rediscovering her roots as an adult and adopting the moniker Etana, “The Strong…

Duke Ellington wrote a song in 1931 titled “It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing),” and for a generation of music lovers those were words to live by. Swing music ruled the airwaves and the dance floors throughout the 1930s and 40s, and the artists that led the bands became internationally beloved celebrities. Ellington, Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Fletcher Henderson - these are some of the biggest names in jazz, and their music is still as…

Members of Cleo Parker Robinson’s Cleo II share the timeless magic of cultural storytelling through dance, music, and spoken word. Join us in celebrating the ways in which these wonderful stories honor our diversity and bring us together to strengthen our understanding and uplift the community for all! Passport to Culture - Passport to Culture is designed for children and families to experience arts and culture outside the classroom and inside a world of imagination. These entertaining performances foster a…

Denver-born Blues veteran Sammy Mayfield started playing the blues early in the 1960s. Known for his gravelly voice, this multi-talented guitarist/ singer/ songwriter has performed with great blues luminaries such as Big Joe Turner and Big Mama Thorton. Mayfield hosts his Saturday afternoon KUVO Jazz show, "All Blues With Sammy Mayfield." He has gigged all over the world and made a name for himself during a three-decade stint as the musical director for the legendary soul and gospel shouter Solomon Burke.…

We are excited to welcome the contemporary Afro-Caribbean and Latin Jazz sounds of Moderno back to the Nocturne stage for this special show. Moderno’s repertoire is anchored by a compelling book of original material, but also includes select Latin Jazz classics and works from contemporary masters, such as Miguel Zenon, Paquito D’Rivera and John Benitez. Moderno is a two time Nocturne artist in residency 'alumni' and has become a crowd favorite over the last four years. Jeremy Wendelin - woodwinds, Derek Banach - trumpet, Peter Ellingson - piano, Jon Cullison -…

The Denver Jazz Orchestra is Denver’s premier big band featuring 18 of Denver’s top musicians. For more than 15 years, the DJO has excited jazz fans throughout Colorado with its original sound and team of committed jazz musicians. DJO MUSICIANS ERIC JORDAN - CONDUCTER Katharine Ellis VOCAL Ron Jolly PIANO Tim Hurley GUITAR Harold Summey DRUMS Pete Huffakar BASS Ty Nemechek Tenor Sax Andrew Gomez SAX Ben Chao ALTO Ian Skaronea TENOR Edison Salvador BARI Chad Schneider TBONE Jonathan Zimny…

Guitarist, composer and educator Matt Fuller is honored to be the host of the third concert in the Dale Bruning Series, celebrating the massive influence Dale has had on the Colorado jazz scene, and beyond. Matt studied jazz guitar with Dale for eleven years, before moving to NYC in 2012 and returning to Denver in 2015. He cites Dale as one of his major influences in his life and career. Bruning is planning to play a few tunes during this…

Kurt Rosenwinkel is a highly acclaimed and influential jazz guitarist, composer, and bandleader. Hailed as one of the most important jazz musicians of his generation, Rosenwinkel has spent decades pushing the boundaries of the jazz genre and developing a signature sound that has captivated audiences worldwide. With a career spanning over 30 years, Kurt Rosenwinkel has released a series of groundbreaking albums, collaborated with jazz legends, and continues to inspire the next generation of jazz musicians. His innovative approach to…

For this special one-time performance, the Mike Abbott/Victor Mestas Quartet is joined by Denver-based vocalist Wendy Fopeano to perform an entrancing set of music from Brazil, Venezuela, Cuba, and Mexico. Mike (on guitar) and Victor (on piano) are joined by Kirwan Brown on bass and Jill Frederickson on drums. Mike Abbott has performed with the Rolling Stone's horn section, Randy Brecker, Maria Schneider, Jeff Hamilton, John Clayton, Conrad Herwig, Chie Imaizumi, Sammy Davis Jr., Burt Bacharach, Paul Schaffer, Joey Calderazzo, and Marc Copeland. Mike spent 15 years in New…

Nonagenarian David Amram boasts a remarkable eight-decade career in music. In his early years, Amram made his mark as jazz French horn player, sharing the stage with legendary artists such as Charlie Parker, Thelonious Monk, Dizzy Gillespie, and Miles Davis. He later left an indelible legacy in classical music, marked by collaborations with the likes of Leonard Bernstein. Amram’s impressive classical repertoire encompasses over 100 orchestral and chamber music compositions, in addition to numerous scores for theater and film. A…

Historic reunion of the IMAGES band! Dear friends, I’ve been working hard the past few months to put together an unprecedented reunion of the famed IMAGES band. I was in the original quartet from 1981- 1988 where we recorded three award-winning record albums, toured across the country and Canada, and started our own record company. When I headed towards music education, a new era of IMAGES took off with reedman Bob Rebholz, guitarist Randy Chavez and drummer Mike Marlier. The…