Dazzle Memberships, Which level will you pick?

All Dazzle Membership levels include pre-sale access, including the shows above and at least three more (possibly more) from Oct. 30 - Nov. 13.

In addition to the ‘Pre-sale Extravaganza,’ pre-sales come out every month.

Front of House Staff Wanted

Dazzle is looking for hosts, servers, and bartender

For inquires email Matt@dazzledenver.com

Dazzle Brunch: Sonya Walker

Sunday, October 29 - 10:30AM

This Sunday's Brunch features pianist Sonya Walker.

In addition to Dazzle's regular menu, special brunch items include:

$19 Mimosa (Bottle & OJ)

Huevos Rancheros

Biscuits & Gravy

Charcuterie Breakfast Board

Introducing: The Sax Syndicate

Sunday, October 29 - 6:00PM

Hailing from diverse musical backgrounds and united by their shared passion for the saxophone, The Sax Syndicate is a dynamic and electrifying octet composed of a five-piece big band style saxophone section accompanied by a full rhythm section. Inspired by the iconic group, Supersax, The Sax Syndicate combines their individual virtuosity to create a seamless blend of harmonies, exhilarating solos, and infectious rhythms. Their repertoire includes jazz compositions and arrangements set in five-part harmony written by the likes of Gordon Goodwin, Benny Carter, Bob Mintzer, and many more.

The Sax Syndicate is Jeff Miguel (Alto/Soprano Sax), Carlos Chavez (Alto Sax), Ian Skaronea (Tenor Sax), Ty Nemechek (Tenor Sax), Drew Gomez (Bari Sax), Ron Bland (Bass), Daniel Moran (Piano), and Josh Beyers (Drums).

CCJA: Bebop Police & The Jazz Messengers

Monday, October 30 - 7:00PM

BeBop Police under the direction of Gonzalo Teppa 7:00 – 7:40
Jazz Arts Messengers under the direction of Eric Gunnison 7:50-8:30
Suggested $10 donation

CCJA’s flagship youth groups, the Jazz Arts Messengers and the BeBop Police, are excited to perform at the new Dazzle location! This group of talented musicians from 10 different area high schools perform throughout the Denver area and inspire audiences with their musical maturity, talent, and creativity. Come support the next generation of jazz musicians while having a fun night out.

The Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts CCJA is a unique non-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth to creatively express themselves through the language of jazz. CCJA gives young musicians life-changing musical experiences, mentored by the region’s most sought-after authentic professional jazz musicians, who help them reach whatever level of mastery they desire, while feeling connected and supported as they explore their artistic selves. Our students participate in small ensembles, big bands, vocal ensembles, camps, workshops, clinics, and performances, where they are supported in both their personal and artistic growth.

Theon Cross

Wednesday, November 1 - 7:00PM & 9:30PM

Theon Cross is one of those rare musicians whose vision has redefined their instrument. His unique approach to the tuba has expanded the instrument’s sonic possibilities in revolutionary fashion, restoring it to a long-forgotten prominence as a crucial part of the contemporary jazz ensemble. Through his combination of technical mastery, studio smarts, deep musical knowledge and expansive vision, the power and originality of Theon’s playing has reinvented the tuba’s place in modern music.

The flexibility and power of his sound has made Theon an indispensable presence across the length and breadth of the current UK jazz scene, and he has collaborated on dozens of award-nominated and award-winning projects. Since 2013 Theon has been a core member of Shabaka Hutchings’ MOBO award-winning Sons of Kemet, with whom he has recorded and toured globally. He has played regularly with Nubya Garcia, appearing on her now classic Nubya’s Five LP; with Moses Boyd Exodus, featuring on Displaced Diaspora and Dark Matter; with Ezra Collective, on Juan Pablo The Philosopher; and with Cassie Kinoshi’s SEED Ensemble, among many more.

The Rajdulari Experience: Phyllis Hyman Tribute

Thursday, November 2 - 7:00PM

Award winning Jazz Vocalist Rajdulari celebrated the Legacy of Phyllis Hyman with her band ‘the Rajdulari Experience'

El Chapultepec Piano Lounge: David Mesquitic

Thursday, November 2 - 10:00PM

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

*No Cover

Friday Lunch Bunch: Purnell Steen & the Five Points Ambassadors

Friday, November 3 - 11:00AM

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.

Use the discount code KIDSTIX for children 17 and under. The ticket price for kids is $5.

Purnell Steen - Piano

Ed Stephen - Acoustic Guitar

Vohn Regensburger - Brazilian Guitar

Ron Bland - Bass

Bill Larson - Drums

Additional guest artists t/b/a

Live at Jack’s Entertainment Presents: Mary Louise Lee Band

Friday, November 3 - 7:00PM

One of the few natives of Denver, Mary Louise, began performing at an early age. For over 30 years, she has built an extraordinary performing career as a vocalist, actress, band leader, and a highly sought-after vocal coach, mentor, and director. She has toured Korea, Japan, Johnston Island, Honduras, and Panama, singing for the U.S. Department of Defense troops. Mary Louise has performed at high profile events including 2004, 2008, and 2012 Democratic National Conventions, Colorado Governor's Inaugural Gala, Opening Ceremonies for Colorado State Senate and Colorado House of Representatives, Denver Mayor's City Address, Denver Broncos, Denver Nuggets, the grand opening of Union Station, Red Rocks Visitor Center and was a Season 9 contestant on America's Got Talent, just to name a few.

Mary Louise Lee - Vocals
Lamont Peoples - Drums
Jeroan Adams - Bass
Rob Croft- Lead Guitar
Tom Capek- Keyboards

Kids Matinee: The Playmakers Family Brunch presents: Jack and the Beanstalk, A musical interactive event

Saturday, November 4 - 11:00AM

“The play’s” truly “the thing” in this whimsical version of Jack and the Beanstalk, when the audience finds themselves part of the show. Our master storyteller will choose various willing audience members to come up on stage and play specific roles in the play. We need everything from a bossy cow and mysterious little old man to a faithful puppy dog and a stubborn goose. No one gets left out of the act because everyone helps from their seats with sound effects, gestures, and songs. Young and old alike will be mesmerized by our nine-foot giant and the experience of actually taking part in a play!

Nelson Rangell

Saturday, November 4 - 6:30PM & 9PM

"Nelson Rangell is an artist of depth, a master of song, and an improviser non pareil" - Jazziz Magazine

"He plays the alto saxophone with such authority there is no doubt Nelson Rangell is a true artist" Saxophone Journal

"Rangell gives the impression anything is possible when he improvises" - Flute Talk Magazine

Weedie Braimah & The Hands of Time

Sunday, November 5 - 5:00PM & 7:30PM

A Djembist, Composer, Producer and Folklorist of the highest caliber, Braimah has an almost insatiable knack to draw entire audiences into his groove, zigzagging through Africa on a breathtaking rhythmic roller coaster. His sound is the new voice of Djembe Music around the world.

Jewel House Big Band

Monday, October 6 - 7:00PM

The Jewel House Big Band expands the music of disco-pop band Jewel House into lush, thought-provoking arrangements for a 21-piece ensemble. Modern rhythms and harmony give new voice to the beloved sounds of a bygone era in this novel interpretation of what big band music can be. Get ready to dance the night away with the help of Denver’s very finest musicians…and a whole lot of funk.

*Students w ID can use code JEWELSTUDENT for $10 off listening room tickets

Reid Poole and The Front Range 6

Wednesday, November 8 - 6:30PM

Returning to Colorado after a transformative decade in New Orleans, Reid Poole introduces his dynamic ensemble, "Reid Poole and the Front Range 6." Born in Fountain, Reid's musical voyage took him through the vibrant streets of the Big Easy, where he honed his craft with groups like Dinosaurchestra, The Hi-Fi Swingtet, and The New Orleans Cottonmouth Kings. Collaborations with renowned acts such as the Panorama Brass Band and Trumpet Mafia enriched his sonic repertoire. A proud alumnus of the University of Northern Colorado and the Eastman School of Music, Reid's moments with the Glenn Miller Orchestra on international stages were pivotal. E

Reid Poole - Vocals and Trumpet
Ricky Sweum - Saxophones
Jaime Parker - Trombone
Steven Denny - Piano
Matt Smiley - Bass
Alejandro Castano - Drums

The Kent Burnside Blues Band

Thursday, November 9 - 6:30PM & 9:00PM

Kent Burnside was born in 1971 in Memphis Tennessee, and spent his early years in Holly Springs, Mississippi. He is the oldest Grandson and one of the closest pupils of the legendary R.L. Burnside

Kent first heard the blues while watching his grandfather R.L. perform on the family farm to the locals. Kent used to sell sandwiches to audience members for a dollar a piece during these performances.
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 rhythm - as rhythm comes from your heart.

El Chapultepec Piano Lounge: Jack Hadley

Thursday, November 9 - 11:00PM

“...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

*No Cover

Andy Nevala Quartet

Friday, November 10 - 6:30PM

The Andy Nevala Quartet performs traditional and contemporary Cuban Jazz. Dr. Andy Nevala, pianist, has been recognized by Downbeat Magazine for directing, arranging, composing, and performing. The group's conguero, Frankie Quinones, has studied with Giovanni Hidalgo, Eguie Castrillo, Horacio “El Negro” Hernandez, Francisco Mela, Ernesto Diaz, Kenwood Dennard and Victor Mendoza.

Drummer Emrah Kotan, a native of Turkey, is the drummer / percussionist for Grammy Award-winning artist, India.Arie, as well as Emmy and Grammy Award-winning artist, Jennifer Holliday.

Bassist Andy Eulau, a veteran of the New York music scene, has performed with Ray Barretto, Anthony Braxton, Freddie Bryant, and Bobby Sanabria. Recording credits include dates with the Bill Charlap Trio, Cliff Korman and the Brazilian Tinge, and the Anthony Braxton Quartet.

John Lake

Friday, November 10 - 9:00PM

Former Denver resident John Lake is a trumpet player, composer, and educator now living in Brooklyn, NY. His debut album "Seven Angels" (Outside In Music) released in 2018 to critical acclaim, and will be followed in January 2024 with his septet release, "ensemble | in situ" (Bandstand Presents).

John is a fixture of the NYC big band scene, performing regularly with Steven Feifke, Eyal Vilner, Charlie Rosen's 8-Bit Big Band, Birdland Big Band, Revive Big Band, Sam Blakeslee, Danny Jonokuchi, and Brian Krock.

John Lake - Trumpet
Remy Le Boeuf - Saxophone
Annie Booth - Piano
Patrick McDevitt - Bass
Andrew Wheelock - Drums

El Chapultepec Piano Lounge: Connor Terrones

Friday, November 10 - 11:00PM

Being raised in a home where The Beatles and Motown music were frequently blasted, Connor Terrones has loved music for as long as he can remember. As a teenager, Connor spent the majority of his free time playing guitar and deeply studying the music of Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Deep Purple, Black Sabbath and many other great '70's rock artists. Over time, his musical tastes evolved and eventually he fell in love with the music of James Brown, John Coltrane, J Dilla, D'Angelo and so many other funk, jazz, hip-hop and soul artists. Today, Connor consolidates all of his various influences to create a cohesive sound of his own.

*No Cover

Trash Cat

Saturday, November 11 - 12:00PM

Trash Cat uses their music to ride a see-saw between tender-heartedness and absurdity inspired by their favorite cartoons and pop culture. They are a quirky combo personally and instrumentally, consisting of Mary Claxton on electric ukulele, Hayden Farr on baritone saxophone, and Brian Claxton on drums. Trash Cat loves to make their audiences dance, smile, and hug their inner child.

Age Rage: 9-14 is the sweet spot because of their cartoon references, but also popular with younger audiences

Milquetoast & Co.

Saturday, November 11 - 7:00PM

The long awaited arrival of Milquetoast & Co.'s latest album, "Run Rant Rave" has almost arrived. Before it does, Milquetoast & Co. is ready to give you a sneak preview of it played live in its entirety along with some extras-all while being hosted by one of MLQ's favorite venues in Denver to perform at in their newest location. The normal crew (James McAndrew, Dan Zangari, Kyle Bocchieri, Joseph Engel and Ben Parrish) will be accompanied by additional horns and string section to deliver as authentic a performance as possible. Milquetoast & Co. is also extremely excited to feature Singer/Songwriter Lauren Frihauf who will not only open the show but perform the album with MLQ. All who join us on this beautiful evening will also receive a complimentary advanced copy of "Run Rant Rave"

El Chapultepec Piano Lounge: Callum Bair

Saturday, November 11 - 10:00PM

Callum is a Denver-based guitarist, bassist, and producer who finds himself at the center point of soul, r&b, jazz, and folk.

With a love of the classic jazz virtuosos like Joe Pass and Ted Greene, and an appreciation of the r&b and gospel sensibilities of artists like Jubu Smith, Isaiah Sharkey, and Robert Glasper, Callum has always approached playing music as a fan first.

Gabriel Santiago Group

Sat., December 2 - 9:00PM

Lauren Frihauf

Thu., December 7 - 6:00PM

Beyond

Sat., December 9 - 9:00PM

LAPOMPE: Django Carols

Thu. & Fri., December 14 & 15 - 6:30PM

Nostal-Jazz

Sun., December 31 - 7:00PM & 10:00PM

Moon.unit

Sat., January 6 - 6:00PM

Joe Anderies/Chuck Lamb Collaboration Project

Sat., January 13 - 6:30PM