Dazzle at Baur’s

Anisha Rush, saxophonist and composer, brings a fresh sound to the bandstand. She explores all sounds of Black American Music, leaving no stone unturned. Enjoy a night of jazz, hip hop, R&B, and a little gospel. She is lucky to be joined by her musical brothers, Solomon Chapman on keys, Will Gains on bass, and Matt Campbell on drums. Anisha Rush - saxophone Solomon Chapman - keys Will Gains - bass Matt Campbell - drums Get Tickets!

Making their mark on the world of improvisational music, Splifftet is defining their sound through innovations in modern improvisationals, composition and language. The group features drummer Maliq Wynn, saxophonist Chris Ferrari, vibraphonist Alec Streete, pianist/keyboardist Max Moore, and bassist Tony Golden. Splifftet seeks to create a visceral experience for the listener via the spectrum of sonic expression. Chris Ferrari – Sax Alec Streete – Vibraphone Max Moore – Keys Tony Golden – Bass Maliq Wynn – Drums Get Tickets!

This event will not have food service. Beverage service will be available, however. The Denver Jazz Club Youth All-Stars has been in existence since 2009. Denver Percussion and the Denver Jazz Club sponsors the band. The All-Stars perform during breaks of the professional bands at each Denver Jazz Club monthly session. The band has been featured with many professional bands including the Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Queen City Jazz Band. The Denver Jazz Club Youth All-Stars have performed at…

Miguel Espinoza Flamenco Fusion twists Flamenco, jazz, Cuban and classical Indian musical forms into intoxicating journeys that thrill audiences! Described by Guitar Player Magazine as “mesmerizing”, Miguel Espinoza has recorded and performed with Howard Levy, Bela Fleck, Kai Eckhardt, Kitaro, Tuck and Patti, Rita Moreno and Ben Vareen. David Balakrishnan of the two-time Grammy winning Turtle Island Quartet said of their music: “Miguel Espinoza e parameters of style, yet ever remains close to the heart.” Special guest, Grammy-nominated vibraphonist Dave…

Chloe Feoranzo is a clarinetist, saxophonist, sloth enthusiast and vocalist who has been performing professionally since the age of 15. She grew up playing in youth orchestras, musical pits, along with swing, traditional jazz bands and guest artist at festivals of the Southern California area.  She now resides in New Orleans, LA as a freelance musician, full-time member of Shake ‘Em Up Jazz Band and has been touring part-time with Postmodern Jukebox and Asleep At The Wheel. La Pompe is…

JJ Mazza is a young Downbeat award winning drummer in the Denver area. A senior at the Denver School of the Arts, JJ has already put together an impressive resume, including: YoungArts Winner (2022), Denver School of the Arts Jazz Workshop Orchestra, Colorado All-State Jazz Band (2019,2021), Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Competition and Festival (2019,2020), UNC Jazz Festival, Blues Foundation International Blues Challenge, ASTA National Orchestra Festival, Five Points Jazz Festival, and more. JJ’s new project, Kalimari Desert strives…

Dzirae Gold is a Denver based soul singer. Her sultry vocals have been described as “smooth as liquid gold” and her music is often compared to a modern Memphis Soul style with a classic jazz influence, which inspired the name "Dzirae Gold – fresh, sexy, and timeless. Dzirae Gold - vocals Max Moore - keys John Kelly - sax Tiana Thakur - bass Gabe Gravangno - drums Get Tickets!

One on One is a quartet which showcases Motown, Classic Soul and Old School Rhythm and Blues “Just the way you like it”. This quintessential quartet formed in July 2003 by its leader and one of its lead vocalist Ron Ivory features songs from the 60’s thru the 90’s with a dash of today’s contemporary music. Includes songs by artists such as The Temptations, The Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes, The Whispers, The Contours, Al Green, The O’Jays, The…

A brand new band that’s a blast from the past, Nostal-jazz is comprised of some of the finest young jazz musicians in Denver performing the soundtracks of retro video games, television themes, and fan-favorite films! Seth Merlin – Trumpet David Bernot – Woodwinds Ike Spivak – Sax, EWI, Synth Jonathan Zimny – Trombone, Bass Zack Demos – Trombonee Lauryn Romaine Zimny- Vocals Camilla Vaitaitis – Piano, Vocals Jake Alvarez – Guitar Tucker Smidt – Guitar, Bass Zack Ritchie – Drums…

On July 7th, Dazzle welcomes The Rico Jones Quintet! This band features young composer and musician Rico Jones with four of Denver's finest. There will be two performances, at 7pm and 9:30pm. Rico Jones is steadily becoming one of the top young saxophonists of his generation. Raised in Denver, he studied at Denver School of the Arts and with the Colorado Conservatory for Jazz Arts (CCJA) with the guidance of such local artists as Paul Romaine, Greg Gisbert, Eric Gunnison,…

Young composer and musician Rico Jones comes home to Denver, bringing along four highly acclaimed jazz stars from New York to play at Dazzle for two nights, July 8th and 9th, featuring the NYC band. With a quintet comprising both well-established and rising stars. Rico welcomes the chance to introduce Denver audiences to current trends in New York jazz while also introducing the NY artists to the burgeoning jazz scene here in Colorado. Rico Jones is steadily becoming one of…

This is our H2 Big Band “Call to Health” for Al Hood and the Denver community, and the opening salvo in Dazzle’s Monday night large ensemble series. We will be playing arrangements and compositions of Dave Hanson’s that were written to feature Al, as well as great charts by Wil Swindler and Paul McKee. After Al Hood’s serious spinal injury earlier this year we’ve been going out of our way to keep Al’s situation front and center: his recovery is…

High Energy Live Music to Pack Your Dance Floor! Watch our talented musicians perform live near you (for free!). Our showcases offer the opportunity to meet your producer, who can answer any questions you may have about booking your band. You can experience our rehearsal and preview a variety of musical styles and band sizes to help you find the perfect fit for your event. Showcases are also a fun evening out–grab a friend or fiancé and come enjoy some…

Gabriel Gravagno is a local jazz drummer from Denver Colorado. He hosts the jazz jam at Mercury Cafe every Friday 6-9 and runs Denver neo soul group Messenger Music Collective. He releases his EP Soliloquy with his Sextet on July 13th at Dazzle. Gabriel Gravagno - Drums Max Moore - Piano Will Keupper - Bass Enmanuel Alexander - Guitar Ike Spivak - Saxes Sonya Walker - Trumpet Get Tickets!

Three tenors, not from the operatic tradition, but from Denver's own rich jazz scene! Master tenor saxophonists Rich Chiaraluce, Pete Lewis, and Eric McGregor each bring a unique "voice" to the improvisations while blending together as one for the melodies. They will perform a variety of standards and originals that will appeal to all jazz fans! Gonzalo Teppa, Keith Waters, and Todd Reid will be in the rhythm section. Rich Chiaraluce: tenor saxophone Eric McGregor: tenor saxophone Pete Lewis: tenor…

7pm show is sold out. Tickets are available for the 9:30pm performance on Saturday night. In the spirit of friendship, Nelo & Kerrie Joy bring to you a night of joy, community, love….and dope $Stuff with friends. See you there, friend! 9:30pm Tickets!  

The Denver Jazz Orchestra is comprised of Denver’s finest jazz musicians performing a wide range of big band styles. For more than 15 years, the Denver Jazz Orchestra has entertained music fans at festivals, clubs, concerts and events. Tim Hurley – Guitar Scott Handler – Trumpet Joseph Tabris – Trumpet David Froman – Trumpet Kevin Bollinger – Trumpet Rob Olds – Trombone Chad Schneider – Trombone Tommy Van Den Berg – Trombone Justis Williams – Trombone Eric N. Jordan –…

Lead by drummer Maliq Wynn, The Maliq Wynn Quintet strives to connect with the listener through the exploration in Black Improvisational Music. Maliq Wynn – Drums Mwanzi Harriott – Guitar Rob Vega – Trumpet Tony Golden – Bass Max Moore – Keys Get Tickets!

Meeting on gigs as jazz musicians do, bassist Jason Malmberg and guitarist Matt Fuller realized they had both grown up in skate punk culture of the late 80s and early 90s. The two often wondered how they might be able to merge their love of the punk rock they grew up on with their passion for jazz. With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, working musicians everywhere found themselves with a lot more time on their hands. Jason saw the…

The Quintet is a new project from Guitarist Alex Heffron. The new music fuses elements of Heffron’s past, present and future to create a fresh sonic experience. Alex’s music draws inspiration from all over, Jazz, Rock, Funk, Latin, even a little Metal. The new music has a strong focus on melody, with voices intertwining between the Tenor and Alto saxophone. The blend of these voices mixed with the trio of Guitar, Bass, and Drums, creates a wide open pallet which…

Two Faces West is a Denver based trio with a sound that is described as a fiery blend of rock & blues, which focuses on the roots of blues, while expressing its core in pure rock ‘n roll, and topping it off with a touch of funk to create a versatile & distinctive Colorado Sound: Crankin’ Electric Rock & Blues! Kurt Ashmore – Guitar, Vocals & Saxophone Vince Carmellini – Bass Mick Knudsen – Drums Get Tickets!

SoloHawk is an indie-folk duo consisting of singer/songwriters, Steve Faceman and Til Willis. Together they weave harmony and storytelling into songs that seem to eat the roots of American music. Steve Faceman - Guitar, Vocals Til Willis - Guitar, Vocals Get Tickets!

Two performances at 7pm and 9:30pm. Violinist Monique Brooks Roberts & Cellist Zach Brown come together for one night to play your favorite 90’s R&B tunes reimagined for violin and cello! It will be a show you don’t want to miss! Monique Brooks Roberts is a violinist hailing from Louisville, KY. She recently relocated to Denver from the New Jersey/Philadelphia area. Monique has had a busy and fulfilling career, having performed and recorded for many notable artists including Alicia Keys,…

The MJO is one of the area’s premier jazz orchestras, delighting audiences since 2002. MJO features a vast repertoire of music from all decades of the big band era as well as current contemporary tunes. The MJO focuses on recognizable tunes playing in a modern big band style. Tunes performed from the library of Maynard Ferguson, Buddy Rich and Woody Herman and many more. Arrangers include Eric Richards, Alan Baylock, Sammy Nestico to name only a few. Please join us…

We will feature a variety of talented vocalists, backed by one of the best trios in town. Come cheer these folks on as they make their dreams of being nightclub singers come true. Bill Kopper, guitar Raoul Rossiter, drums Rekha Ohal, piano RSVP Here!

Koki Renwick is a trumpet player from the Denver area. A recent Denver School of the Arts graduate, he has racked up a considerable resume, including Telluride Student All-Stars (2021, 2022), Colorado All-State Jazz Band (2020, 2021, 2022), Denver School of the Arts Jazz Workshop Orchestra, UNC Jazz Festival, Vail Jazz Festival, and more. Featuring Lazlo Torok, Tony Golden, and Maliq Wynn, Koki is excited to present originals and music from his heroes. Koki Renwick – Trumpet Shota Renwick –…

Coy Lim and her Halo-Halo Band are a Denver-based supergroup, led by creative nexus Coy Lim, with members from your favorite local bands. Coy’s compositions in her signature witch-jazz, funky neo soul style have enchanted audiences across the US, and her “mix-mix” approach to her lineup, from which Halo-Halo gets its name, ensures every show is a unique experience. People in Between is an 8-piece Hip-Hop/R&B group formed in the local Denver scene. With a big band format led by…

The Ken Walker Sextet is an iconic and beloved jazz group which has played together for more than two decades. The music is always swinging, often funky, often 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 Corbus – Guitar Jeff Jenkins – Piano Al Hood – Trumpet Peter Sommer –…

Sparklechicken is a dynamic, soulful R&B group featuring powerhouse vocalist Emily Hatch, serving up exciting covers and original music. Emily sings throughout Colorado and the country. Her favorite performances include opening for blues legend Tinsley Ellis and world renowned bassist Victor Wooten. Emily Hatch - Vocals Zoe Moff - Bass Joe Humphreys - Keys Andre DuBose - Drums Kyle Driscoll - Guitar Guest performers include – Sarah Mount, Kelly Kelso, Max Palzewicz and more! Get Tickets!

Two performances at 6pm & 9pm on Saturday, July 30th.  Denver, we hope to see YOU there! Same Cloth is a Denver-based project led by prolific keyboardist Solomon J. Chapman Sr. and inventive vocalist JoFoKe. Embarking upon a new musical journey, this charismatic duo combines their peculiarities to share meaningful art. Performing original music and creative cover arrangements, Same Cloth’s musical vision is intensified and rounded out by Will Gaines on bass, Callum Bair & James Tré on guitar and…

The Lazlo Torok Quintet is a jazz quintet comprised of passionate and hardworking young musicians from Denver, CO. They will be performing original compositions, reimagined standards, and modern works. Lazlo is an award-winning vibraphonist and recent graduate of the Denver School of the Arts who will be continuing his jazz education at the Juilliard School next year. This will be his last show in the Denver area before he travels to NYC. The other members of the band are also…

Jive City is ready to bring their signature blend of Jazz Fusion to Dazzle for the first time! For this special performance, Jive City will be reflecting on the rise of hip hop and the role that jazz played in creating samples used to back hip hop artists. Artists such as MF Doom, A Tribe Called Quest, J Dilla, Ice Cube, Nas, etc. played a huge role in the resurgence of many Jazz/Soul artists to a whole new generation of…

Shamen is a group of six young musicians looking to push towards the edges of jazz music. Their playing takes inspiration from great jazz artists of the past, but don’t let that diminish their individuality. Every member of Shamen has written original compositions as well, ranging from avant garde and bebop to rock and fusion. Shamen brings breadth and variety to every performance. Jake Rosen - Drums Theo Stathopulos - Bass Aidan Vogel - Piano Ben Kaufman - Saxophone Cyrus…

Samara Joy is a singing star in the ascendancy, with a voice as smooth as velvet and endless charm. The young vocalist attracted attention in 2019 after winning the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. Now, the 21-year-old announces her self-titled debut release, which puts her spin on jazz standards from the Great American Songbook. Produced by Grammy-nominated veteran Matt Pierson, she’s joined by jazz guitar virtuoso Pasquale Grasso and his trio (Ari Roland and Kenny Washington) for a release…

This will be one continuous show with two 1 hour performances with a 20 minute intermission. 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…

Established in 2019, the Annie Booth Big Band is an 18-piece jazz orchestra led by Booth that performs her original compositions and arrangements. The ensemble features a diverse cast of the best and brightest jazz musicians in Colorado and beyond including the likes of veteran all-stars such as Greg Gisbert (Maria Schneider Orchestra, Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra), Paul McKee (Woody Herman Orchestra), and Wil Swindler along with the newest generation of up-and-coming jazz artists including guitarist Tim Wendel, saxophonist…

Trumpeter and Vocalist Benny Benack III has already become a leading voice in Jazz for his generation, and at 31 years old, his trademark ebullience and energy onstage assures his audiences he’s got “A Lot of Livin’ to Do” still to come! His sophomore album of that title featured the likes of Christian McBride and Ulysses Owens Jr. and even had a viral smash hit w/his vocalese rendition of “Social Call” ft. Veronica Swift that’s been transcribed and covered by…

The sounds and styles of vocalist/composer Jocelyn Medina cross cultures, creeds and continents. A veteran of the New York jazz scene and producer of the weekly “Sunday Vocal Jazz Jam” series, now in its 8th year, she is fast becoming a strong, new element of the Denver/Boulder music community. Jocelyn developed her unique blend of jazz, neo-soul and world music over the course of two decades of studying, performing, recording and touring in and around the NYC area as well…

Dazzle at Baur’s presents two sets featuring Big Chief Donald Harrison on August 12 at 7 pm and 9 pm. NEA Jazz Master saxophonist Big Chief Donald Harrison, Jr. is known for his hard-swinging improvisational style and creating the “Afro-New Orleans,” “Quantum Improvisation,” and “Nouveau Swing,” styles of jazz. The latter being his blend of modern jazz with funk, R&B, hip-hop, rock, and soul music. Harrison founded the Congo Square Nation Afro-New Orleans Cultural Group. His cultural group keeps the…

Since their inception in 2011, ATOMGA has continued to be a refreshing staple in the Colorado music circuit. Celebrating 11 years as a band and 11 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 that always get their audience moving! ATOMGA is constantly evolving their sound through layered compositions of high-energy music that will get your blood moving and the…

Since their inception in 2011, Atomga has continued to be a refreshing staple in the Colorado music circuit. Celebrating 11 years as a band and 11 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…

Come hear the Zaremba Jazz Fellowship play music from Drew Zaremba’s recent EP “My Mind on Quarantine”. The band will play an assortment of jazz standards, standard reimaginations, and new compositions from Drew’s pen. The ZJF features some of Denver’s finest musicians including the UNC Faculty Jazz quartet (Dana Landry, Erik Applegate, Steve Kovalcheck, Jim White), Gabe Mervine, Paul McKee, and a plethora of other amazing musicians. This show is part of Dazzle’s ‘Move To the Music’ series of large…

Joel Ross continues refining an expression that’s true to his sound and his generation. In 2019, the vibraphonist-composer issued his anticipated Blue Note debut, Edison Award-winning record KingMaker to eruptive critical acclaim, followed by his 2020 release Who Are You? which features his band Good Vibes at their most synchronous. New York Times critic Giovanni Russonello praised the album for the ways it “speaks to a new level of group cohesion…more tangle, more sharing, more possibility.” Ross has topped the…

Time to Swing! Award winning clarinetist Roger Campbell leads the hottest jazz band since the Swing Era! Colorado’s Premier Swing Band is the only sextet featured in the Colorado Music Hall of Fame at Red Rocks! Swinging hard since 1999, this extraordinary group of musicians has performed hundreds of concerts around the country for jazz festivals, clubs, weddings, summer concerts, and more. They conquer dizzying charts by the likes of Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Lionel Hampton, Nat King Cole and…

Back again at last! Carmen Sandim, Annie Booth, and Dawn Clement will perform an intimate evening of solo piano sets- always a favorite for musicians and jazz aficionados. Carmen Sandim – Piano Annie Booth – Piano Dawn Clement – Piano Get Tickets!

Though still in the early stages of her blossoming career, 24-year-old vocalist, violinist and songwriter, Emmaline, has accomplished an impressive laundry list of achievements so far. From being featured in top music publications such as Rolling Stone and American Songwriter to performing as the opening act for 10-time-Grammyemmaline winner Chaka Khan on her first ever US tour, this Cincinnati based, independent artist captivates the hearts of all who hear her smoky, jazz-infused, genre-fluid voice. Emmaline shines on stage whether it…

Prepare for a night that will feel like more than just a benefit concert. Local non profit, the Kaleidoscope Project presents to you an evening of artistry and giving back to the community. On August 20, 2022 prepare to be culturally fortified by an array of music styles and talent. This event will raise your spirits, raise awareness, and raise funds for a non profit that focuses on building collective power in black, brown, and indigenous communities. Ason Yugen -…

Mariachi Femenil Alma del Folklore was formed on March 21, 2018 by Pam Liñan. We made our debut at the 5th Annual Mariachi Women’s Festival at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse in San Gabriel, California. We shared the stage with the Grammy Award Winning, Mariachi Divas from Los Angeles, Mariachi Las Adelitas UK from London, and Mariachi Estrellas from Vancouver, Canada. Since then, we have played through Denver, Ft. Collins and Colorado Springs. We are the first and only professional…

It is with deepest pride and greatest pleasure that we welcome you tonight. And now we invite you to relax, let us pull up a chair, as the dining room proudly presents…Disney at Dazzle! Join us for a night of music, wonder, and nostalgia as The Legacy Sextet delivers jazzy reimaginings of your favorite Disney hits. This show is perfect for families, date nights, and Disney lovers alike. Lauren Johnston is an award-winning singer and one of Colorado’s best entertainers.…

Tom Waits is one of music’s most enigmatic characters. As a talented multi instrumentalist, singer-songwriter and sometimes actor, he has made a career as an eccentric and completely original persona. One who seems to live in a land inhabited by barmaids, hobos, dreams and train smoke. Though some of his commercial success comes from the songs he has written for Bruce Springsteen, The Eagles and Rod Stewart and his memorable movie cameos, his musical hard left turn in the 80’s…

The iconic harmonica man James Cotton passed in 2017 at the age of 81. Cotton’s considered by most to be the last great harp titan of the generation that produced Little Walter (who James replaced in Muddy Waters Band), Sonny Boy Williamson 2 (who raised Cotton from 12 yrs old), Jr Wells, Big Walter and many more. James’ career spanned more then six plus decades and put him on the map of All Time Blues Greats! The James Cotton Blues…

Hailing from the ‘Windy City,’ Alligator Recording artists the Cash Box Kings are keeping real deal, old-school Chicago blues alive and thriving. With their top shelf musicianship and trademark good humor, The Cash Box Kings are a one-of-a-kind blues band and bona fide blues royalty. In the words of Mojo magazine, the band is “flawless.” Mixing tough Chicago and Delta blues, jumping proto-rock ‘n’ roll, R&B, soul and steamrolling “bluesabilly” (their original mix of Chicago blues and Memphis rockabilly), they…

Same Cloth is a Denver-based project led by prolific keyboardist Solomon J. Chapman Sr. and inventive vocalist JoFoKe. Embarking upon a new musical journey, this charismatic duo combines their peculiarities to share meaningful art. Performing original music and creative cover arrangements, Same Cloth’s musical vision is intensified and rounded out by Will Gaines on bass, Callum Bair & James Tré on guitar and Matt Campbell on drums. As a unit, Same Cloth combines the diverse traditions of Black American Music…

The Flatirons Jazz Orchestra – featuring Deborah Stafford, authentically recreates the great Swing Era dance music by Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Stan Kenton, Gene Krupa, Ella Fitzgerald, and more. This show is part of Dazzle’s ‘Move To the Music’ series of large ensembles on most Mondays at 7pm. Deborah Stafford – Vocals Stephen Angus – 1st Alto/Soprano/flute Doug Rasmussen – 1st Tenor/Flute Dave Gribble – 2nd Tenor/Clarinet Patty Shaw – 2nd Alto Tom Henderson – Bari/2nd…

Countercurrent is a band that tells stories by exploring sound and original composition. The band creates its’ story telling narratives with an electric, groove drenched backdrop that pulls from vast musical traditions. Countercurrent has shared its music from Telluride jazz fest to Red Rocks Amphitheater! Countercurrent is made up of artists Rico Jones on Saxophone, Alex Heffron on Guitar, Hunter Roberts on Bass, Braxton Kahn on Drums, and special guests Ben Weirich on keyboards and Shane Endsley on Trumpet. Join…

The Ken Walker Sextet is an iconic and beloved jazz group which 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 Al Hood – Trumpet Peter…

Keyboardist/composer extraordinaire Adam Bodine leads a superb sextet through an adventurous and entertaining set of his original tunes. Adam’s repertoire is constantly shapeshifting and his compositions creatively intermingle a dynamic synergy of styles, sounds, feels, and moods. Undeniable is Bodine’s joy of making music, which paired with his playful sense of humor, always shines on stage and treats audiences to unique and memorable experiences. Be sure to check out Adam Bodine’s recent albums “Scenes of Changery” and “Nurtured by Nature.”…

This show will be 1 ticketed event. It will feature a 60 minute performance from 7:00-8:00 PM, a 20 minute intermission, followed by another 60 minute performance from 8:20-9:20. Ticket holders are welcome to stay through the whole show. Denver’s premiere Video Game Jazz band, playing familiar tunes from video games across the spectrum. From Mario to Zelda, Sonic to Undertale, be prepared for captivating arrangements played by some of Denver’s best up and coming young musicians versed in multiple…

Joe Anderies, longtime flutist, saxophonist, and music educator, has put together a fantastic new group to explore his music and other compositions highlighting the joy in this diverse jazz music. Joe has worked with each of these players over the years in various groups and recordings. However, this group will have just completed Joe’s first album under his name and direction and will be excited to share this music with all of our front range friends! Don’t miss this rare…

Hal Aqua and The Lost Tribe play klezmer/Yiddish fusion music — an exuberant musical experience, rooted firmly in traditional Jewish modes and melodies and driven by contemporary rhythms and danceable grooves. The versatile musicians who make up The Lost Tribe have a deep respect for their source material, from the evocative tunes of Eastern European Jews and Roma to the sinuous rhythms of the Middle East and Mediterranean. The Lost Tribe’s performances are an eclectic mix of traditional klezmer and…

Nicole Henry’s passionate, soulful voice and heartfelt charisma have earned her a Soul Train Award for “Best Traditional Jazz Performance,” and four Top-10 U.S. Billboard and HMV Japan jazz albums. Heralded by The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, The Japan Times, El Pais, Jazz Times, Essence and more, Ms. Henry tells real stories through peerless interpretations of repertoire from the American Songbook, classic and contemporary jazz, popular standards, blues and originals. Powerhouse jazz vocalist Nicole Henry returns to Dazzle,…

Hailed as a “Sax Phenom” by the New York Daily News, Chad LB has toured globally as a bandleader, and with superstars ranging from Chris Botti to Taylor Swift. He has been a featured soloist with premiere ensembles like the Juilliard Jazz Orchestra, and he was formerly a prominent member of the multi GRAMMY winning Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra. Chad has now become one of the first jazz headliners of his generation, amassing a loyal social media fanbase of over…

Instrumental crossover string quartet “Spinphony” is breaking down barriers between classical, rock, and pop music. Mixing and mashing catchy melodies into unique arrangements such as “Bach in Black” and “Don’t Stop Beethoven”, Spinphony is more like a rock band than a string quartet with added choreography and beats. Their one of a kind sound is refreshing and will leave audiences with a whole new appreciation for instrumental music. Whether you’re a fan of ACDC, Vivaldi, or Bruno Mars, the Spinphony…

Mala Rumba is an unconventional band. Their style is a fusion of Rumba Flamenca, acoustic Rock, and a good influence of Indian and Middle eastern music. This show brings an inspiring experience in which a mystical and energetic atmosphere is created with an unorthodox repertoire that ranges from their own songs to rock covers, movie soundtracks, and classical music in really unique arrangements. Kitaz - vocals, guitar Jankar - vocals, flute Rockarrasco - leading guitar J De Maria - percussion…

Rajdulari Presents: Chaka, A Jazz Introspective, produced by Gregory Omar Osborne Inc. Rajdulari - vox Peter Stoltzman - keys Gonzalo Teppa - bass Jason Klobnak - trumpet Braxton Kahn - drums Elijah Samuels - sax Get Tickets!

The Gavin Worland Big Band (G.W.B.B.) is an 18-piece jazz ensemble made up of the finest young musicians along the front range who have an extreme love and passion for the eclectic world of jazz. This band is the brainchild of Gavin Worland, a 21-year-old, composer, arranger, producer, and trumpeter with over 12 years of experience in music, currently studying in the Jazz & American Improvised Music Department at Metropolitan State University of Denver with an emphasis in Jazz Trumpet.…

Multi-Grammy award winning trumpeter John Daversa, has teamed up with acclaimed jazz pianist Tal Cohen, creating an open vessel of musical imagination and creativity within a modern duo setting. These two masters of their instruments share a special chemistry of spontaneity and improvisation, diving deep into the realms of possibilities and enchantment within each performance. Their personal and artistic connection allows for a completely new and fresh interpretation of the classic duo format. The music Daversa and Cohen bring to…

While many artists her age feel compelled to write music oversaturated with complex harmonies and dense arrangements, “Stories from Solitude” proves that Domi developed the maturity and bravery to let this music, characterized by catchy melodies, infectious swing, and joyful ensemble interplay, be enough – and the results speak for themselves. The record’s title speaks to the inspiration Domi finds from being alone with her thoughts in picturesque natural places. While the trio’s performances of songbook tunes on this date…

Lunches with Purnell Steen & the Five Points Ambassadors. Every Friday from 11:00 AM-2:00 PM. 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. In September 2022, the Ambassadors tour Denver’s Sister City, Brest, France. The band has performed for many dignitaries, including the 2008 National Convention, playing for the Clintons and other notables. Purnell is a cousin to Eddie…

Hazel Miller is not just a great singer; “She is a force of nature!” quotes the Rocky Mountain News. Her voice has been called “stunning, moving and powerful.” Hazel has been a sought after performer in Colorado for the more than 3 decades. The Hazel Miller Band was formed more than 2 decades ago. The present members are a tight knit family of great musicians and singers who perform an eclectic blend of Jazz, R&B, Blues, Soul-R&B and original music.…

Nearly sixty years after he moved to the United States from Kingston, Jamaica, his hometown, Grammy-nominated pianist Monty Alexander is an American classic, touring the world relentlessly with various projects, delighting a global audience drawn to his vibrant personality and soulful message. A perennial favorite at Jazz festivals and venues worldwide and at the Montreux Jazz Festival where he has appeared 23 times since 1976, his spirited conception is one informed by the timeless verities: endless melody-making, effervescent grooves, sophisticated…

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

Lunches with Purnell Steen & the Five Points Ambassadors. Every Friday from 11:00 AM-2:00 PM. 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. In September 2022, the Ambassadors tour Denver’s Sister City, Brest, France. The band has performed for many dignitaries, including the 2008 National Convention, playing for the Clintons and other notables. Purnell is a cousin to Eddie…

WE FOUR: CELEBRATING JAZZ! Javon Jackson, tenor saxophone/ George Cables, piano/ Louis Hayes, drums/ David William, bass Four jazz luminaries join to lovingly pay tribute to the idiom known as Jazz and its storied history and tradition. WE FOUR will perform the music of some of the most innovative jazz artists of the 20th century. These artists will include Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, Thelonious Monk, Horace Silver, Miles Davis, and John Coltrane. In addition, WE FOUR will also present original…

Hugh Ragin was raised in Houston, Texas, and began playing trumpet in his early teens, taking lessons in classical music, and was a member of the Houston All-City High School Orchestra. He received a degree in music education from the University of Houston and a degree in classical trumpet performance from Colorado State University. He continued his education in 1978 at the Creative Music Studio with Roscoe Mitchell. One year later he performed with Mitchell, Wadada Leo Smith, and the…

Kurt Rosenwinkel has been a distinct and prominent creative voice at the forefront of modern music for nearly three decades. The American multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer has gained international recognition for his deft artistry and unabated individualism since he first appeared on the New York music scene in 1991. His legacy as the pre-eminent jazz guitar voice of his generation is plainly evident on his eleven albums as a leader, each one the inspiration for legions of musicians young and…

Chuchito Valdés, following in the footsteps of his famed father Chucho Valdés and grandfather Bebo Valdés, continues the legacy of great piano players from Cuba. With influences of Caribbean rhythms and jazz, Chuchito creates an exciting and energetic blend of spicy music that drives audiences wild. This piano master captivates with his sensitivity and drives excitement with his dynamic band. Chuchito has recorded and performed piano with the world-renowned Cuban band, Irakere, which he led for 2 years. He has…

Chuchito Valdés, following in the footsteps of his famed father Chucho Valdés and grandfather Bebo Valdés, continues the legacy of great piano players from Cuba. With influences of Caribbean rhythms and jazz, Chuchito creates an exciting and energetic blend of spicy music that drives audiences wild. This piano master captivates with his sensitivity and drives excitement with his dynamic band. Chuchito has recorded and performed piano with the world-renowned Cuban band, Irakere, which he led for 2 years. He has…

Join the Friday Lunch Bunch with Purnell Steen & the Five Points Ambassadors. Fridays from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Tickets: $25.00: Includes lunch, non-alcoholic beverage, gratuity, and plenty of live music! For over 30 years, the band 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. In September 2022, the Ambassadors toured Denver’s Sister City, Brest, France. The band has performed for many…

NEIL BRIDGE & KAREN LEE! presenting…“QUINTESSENCE!” Get Tickets Denver Icon NEIL BRIDGE Piano, Bandleader, Arranger, Composer Former DPS Music Educator Sensitive, Exciting & Expressive Vocalist… KAREN LEE With musicians extraordinaire… WAYNE WILKINSON Guitar, RON BLAND Bass, TODD REID Drums Our show is about love, through the joy of music that flows between band & audience in a LIVE performance! Neil has upheld the highest standards in musicianship and music education…as well as swinging without remorse! Truly a long-time giant of…

Jack Hadley is a blues guitarist and singer based in Boulder, Colorado. He has national and international touring experience. “…left-of-center/eclectic blues…a monster blues guitarist/singer with an amazing sum of influences: North Mississippi drone blues-meets Jimi/ BB/Albert/Curtis Mayfield/Marley filtered-through-Haight Ashbury…”– Bob Lohr, Producer, San Telmo Media Jack Hadley – guitar, vocals Bill Larson – drums Stephen Whitfield – bass TICKETS

In just the few short years since her emergence, pianist Connie Han has tackled the pantheon of jazz with her own fiery contemporary style, managing to shake up a staid jazz scene with her meteoric rise and compelling musical voice. While the lineage of jazz masters such as Mulgrew Miller, McCoy Tyner and Kenny Kirkland has deeply influenced her, Han has sought much further back to find the spiritual kinship that inspired her stunning new album, Secrets of Inanna –…

Kent hails from Holly Springs, Mississippi as the oldest Grandson and pupil of blues legend, R.L. Burnside. His playing dots the globe and his style is unlike any other: dark, hypnotic, inviting... and very danceable. Burnside first heard the blues while watching his grandfather R.L. perform on the family farm to the locals. The first lesson RL taught Kent was that to be a bluesman you have to find your own rhythm on the guitar. You can’t play someone else’s…

Convergence was formed in 1991, performing and teaching across the country and dedicated to the idea of sharing the intimacy and the spark of improvised music with a live audience. The long-time friendships and musical connections between the members of this sextet allow them to create original music that is at once creative and exciting. Their creative collaborations have yielded six critically acclaimed albums – they have been featured on NPR’s “Toast of the Nation” and “Jazz Set” and performed…

The Brothers of Brass has its roots in the chance meeting and collaboration of two street performers on The 16th Street Mall in Denver, Colorado. One day in April of 2015 when Khalil Simon and Armando Lopez both set out busk with their street acts Armando heard Khalil’s tuba from down the street and approached him hoping to add some much-needed bass to his sound. They ended up playing together and collaborated whenever Khalil and the Brothers of Brass were…

Longtime Denver favorite Rob Mullins performs Oct. 25th at Dazzle. Also featured are veteran trumpeter Brad Goode, bassist Will Gaines and singing drummer Liam Zahm. A high fun-filled evening awaits you! Rob Mullins – piano Joe Anderies – woodwinds Brad Goode – trumpet Mark Simon – bass Liam Zahm – drums TICKETS

One of the finest trumpeters in jazz today, Marquis Hill is also a composer and bandleader whose comprehensive vision highlights the unity and continuity within the musical heritage of African- Americans. His bands provide next-level musicianship and deeply interactive dynamic to break down the barriers separating bop, hip-hop, R&B and electronic music. Marquis Hill – Trumpet Jahari Stampley – Keys Joshua Griffin – Bass Jeremiah Collier – Drums 7:00 p.m. TICKETS 9:30 p.m. TICKETS

Multiple Grammy Nominee and Guggenheim and MacArthur Fellow Miguel Zenón represents a select group of musicians who have masterfully balanced and blended the often contradictory poles of innovation and tradition. Widely considered one of the most groundbreaking and influential saxophonists and composers of his generation, he has also developed a unique voice as a conceptualist, concentrating his efforts on perfecting a fine mix between Jazz and his many musical influences. Born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Zenón has…

The Ken Walker Sextet is an iconic and beloved jazz group which 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 Al Hood – Trumpet Peter…

Same Cloth is a Denver-based project led by prolific keyboardist Solomon J. Chapman Sr. and inventive vocalist JoFoKe. Embarking upon a new musical journey, this charismatic duo combines their peculiarities to share meaningful art. Performing original music and creative cover arrangements, Same Cloth’s musical vision is intensified and rounded out by Will Gaines on bass, Callum Bair & James Tré on guitar and Matt Campbell on drums. As a unit, Same Cloth combines the diverse traditions of Black American Music…

Jazz is a type of music that should never end, but some people think it already has. The Tristan Boh Quartet is here to change that. While listening, you’ll hear hot-off-the-press standards, some long jams, and a good time. Nothing is off the table with these cool cats. Prepare for a show with energetic bandmates and a lot of cool tunes. They’ll be ready to rip, and hopefully, you are too… Tristan Boh-Guitar Ella Gavlinski-Piano Antonio Giovanetti-Drums Morgan Blaney-Bass 7:00…

This one-of-a-kind group from Denver performs the original music of Matt Skellenger. The group’s instrumentation is a unique mixture of acoustic instruments that are centuries old (Tabla, Ghatam, Cajon, Trumpet, Trombone, Drums, Conch Shell), with modern electric instruments and effects (Electric Bass, Pedal Steel Guitar, Effects Pedals). The music blends jazz, world, funk, rock, and fusion influences to create a sound, unlike anything you have heard. This performance will feature music from the group’s new album which will be released…

Mariachi Femenil Alma del Folklore was formed on March 21, 2018 by Pam Liñan. We made our debut at the 5th Annual Mariachi Women’s Festival at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse in San Gabriel, California. We shared the stage with the Grammy Award Winning, Mariachi Divas from Los Angeles, Mariachi Las Adelitas UK from London, and Mariachi Estrellas from Vancouver, Canada. Since then, we have played through Denver, Ft. Collins and Colorado Springs. We are the first and only professional…

Keyboardist/composer extraordinaire Adam Bodine leads a superb sextet through an adventurous and entertaining set of his original tunes. Adam’s repertoire is constantly shapeshifting and his compositions creatively intermingle a dynamic synergy of styles, sounds, feels, and moods. Undeniable is Bodine’s joy of making music, which paired with his playful sense of humor, always shines on stage and treats audiences to unique and memorable experiences. TICKETS

A modern guitar virtuoso, Fareed Haque, is steeped in classical and jazz traditions. His unique command of the guitar and different musical styles inspire his musical ventures with tradition and fearless innovation. Fareed’s been busy performing and recording with his trio featuring legendary B3 virtuoso, Tony Monaco, his own trio and jazz quartet, as well as his larger world music group, the Flat Earth Ensemble. Fareed Haque – Guitar Tony Monaco – B3 Organ Jim White – Drums 6:30 pm…

Tonight’s show features the premier of new arrangements of Michael Brecker’s compositions, trumpeter Randy Brecker, a quartet that Jazzthetik Magazine called “a powerhouse”, and a saxophonist that Jazz Life Magazine called “one of the best in the world.” “Smoking and intense” is how Randy described the San Francisco-based quartet’s CD of the music played without trumpet, “Live at the Baked Potato!” (on Summit Records), which features tenor saxophonist Tod Dickow and Charged Particles: pianist Greg Sankovich, bassist Aaron Germain, and…

Deborah Stafford & The Night Stalkers is an 8-piece Horn-driven Blues Band. (Think the Blues Brothers meet Etta James). This band is HOT! We play a great mix of danceable Blues, Soul and Funky stuff. We have just returned from representing Colorado at the International Blues Challenge and were honored to open this year’s Trinidaddio Blues Festival to rave reviews. Hot guitar licks, soulful keyboards, and of course, the smoldering vocals of Deborah Stafford, come on down and let’s party!…

American jazz recording artist Amber Weekes has given the world a special and unique gift: her voice. Her producer Mark Cargill described it as “a voice from Heaven,” and hears “harps, violins, trumpets on a cloud of velvet whenever she begins to sing.” Weekes is rising to the pinnacle of her career with the release of her new album, “Round Midnight Re-imagined.” An early review from the Midwest Record’s Chris Spector, says it’s “killer stuff.” “The child of Harlem royalty,…

Concert pianist, psychiatrist and master storyteller Dr. Richard Kogan has gained international renown for his unique programs that explore the psychology of the great composers. He has been praised by the New York Times for his “exquisite playing” and the Boston Globe wrote that “Kogan has somehow managed to excel at the world’s two most demanding professions”. He is a graduate of the Juilliard School of Music and Harvard Medical School. Dr. Kogan will explore the life, mind and music…

The East high school Angelaires are one of the top ensembles at East High School and have been in existence for over 50 years. TICKETS