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A Celebration of Community Roka Hueka (Row-Kah-Way-Kah) is Denver’s premier Latin Ska band. Born in 2014, its members originate from Mexico , Colombia and the US. Roka Hueka’s music draws on influences such as Cumbia, Funk, Reggae, Soul, Punk and traditional Ska. Celebrating 10 years, Roka Hueka is currently traveling to different cities inside the US with “Diez y Pa’Delante Tour” (Ten and Going Forward Tour). Roka Hueka has been named one of the Top Ten Latino bands in Colorado…

A Celebration of Community Multi-Grammy nominated trombonist & sea shells player (and sometimes vocalist) is a Philadelphia native (but born in Atlantic City, NJ). He became a professional musician at the age of 16. And, was an award winner of the "Al Grey Award for Musical Excellence". It acknowledged Stafford as "the Most Promising Jazz Trombone Talent". Graduate of the New School Jazz & Contemporary Music Program (NYC). Of which, he was the first trombonist to actually graduate from the…

A Celebration of Community Mistura Fina was founded by percussionist Frank Ayala in 2000. Based in Denver, Colorado, the group regularly performs at festivals, nightclubs, special events, and other venues. Its critically acclaimed recording, "A Little Bit of this and a Little Bit of That," represents Mistura Fina's various musical influences. Mistura Fina, loosely translated from Portuguese, means "a fine mixture." In the music of Mistura Fina, you will hear a fine mixture of South American musical styles. Ayala explains,…

A Celebration of Community ZIMBIRA is a 10-piece genre-defying band playing music steeped in the traditional music of Southern Africa with traditional and modern instrumentation. Audiences are immediately set into motion with they hear the intoxicating, rhythmic and melodic sounds galvanized by Zivanai Masango the band's leader and innovator. The songs and grooves are unique, captivating, and most of all, uplifting. The shows are fun for any age or background. All are welcome! The sounds is a powerful blend of…

A Celebration of Community Hazel Miller and the Collective is a highly popular and in-demand band in Colorado and beyond who has played City Park Jazz many times. They are a perennial favorite of the City Park Jazz community! Ms. Miller, an accomplished performer who has been playing in Colorado for almost four decades, was honored on the floor of the Colorado State Senate in March 2023, and was inducted into the Colorado Music Hall of Fame on June 10th,…

A Celebration of Community JoFoKe & Same Cloth is a dynamic, genre-bending ensemble based in Denver, led by the creative force of JoFoKe, a talented Black woman vocalist and songwriter. Known for their innovative approach to music-making, JoFoKe & Same Cloth fuse various genres and musical traditions to craft deeply meaningful art that resonates with audiences. JoFoKe & Same Cloth have established themselves as a fixture in Denver's vibrant music scene, holding a monthly Last Saturday residency at Dazzle Denver,…

A Celebration of Community International Blues Challenge Semi-Finalist- Memphis 2012 “...the area’s best harmonica-led band.” ~ The Denver Post "best blues band in Denver" Westword Magazine Music Showcase 2011,2012, 2013, 2014,2015,2016 Colorado Blues Society International Blues Challenge Winner & Representative in Memphis IBC 2012 Al Chesis - a Hohner Harmonica endorsee since 1992 FREE

A Celebration of Community Get ready for Denver’s insanely talented and popular professional big band! FREE

A Celebration of Community Jazziz magazine writes that Nelson Rangell is “an artist of depth, a master of song, and an improviser non pareil.” The Times of London notes his "undoubted virtuosity" and "extraordinary facility on a range of instruments”. Saxophone Journal writes “He commands the alto saxophone with such authority there can be no denying that Nelson Rangell is a true artist,” and Flute Talk Magazine states “Nelson Rangell creates the impression that anything is possible when he improvises.”…

A Celebration of Community The JAKARTA Band is without question the most popular party dance band in the Country. Simply put…these guys are THE BEST…talented, fun and hard working. JAKARTA continues to bring crowds to their feet for hip-shaking boogie and the talent of the band members is unparalleled. JAKARTA is a step above the other bands and is considered the Premier Party Dance Band from Denver. They are guaranteed to bring people on the dance floor. FREE