Mardi Gras Celebration with No Hands Brass Band

Tuesday, March 1 - 6pm

Irrepressibly exuberant and brilliantly versatile, No Hands Brass Band updates the full-throated brass band sound with a dazzling virtuosity and artistic sensitivity. Equally adept in energetic pop, hard-hitting funk, contemporary jazz and Dixieland swing, the group performs absorbing music with ear-catching melodies, improvisational prowess, and deep grooves.

Alec Bell (trumpet), Jared Crider (trumpet), Matt Rathkey (alto saxophone), Darrel Watson (tenor saxophone), Zach Rich (trombone), Carlos Sauceda (trombone), Jack Hoeksema (sousaphone), Mckenna Reeve (drums)

303 Magazine’s ‘Unique Ways to Celebrate Mardi Gras in and Around Denver This Year

The No Hands Brass Band show made the list!

Charles McPherson and Terrell Stafford

Wednesday, March 2 - 7pm

Legendary saxophonist Charles McPerson and trumpeter Terrell Stafford combine with some of Denver’s best for this special show! Charles has toured the U.S., Europe, Japan, Africa and South America with his own group, as well as with jazz greats Barry Harris, Billy Eckstine, Lionel Hampton, Nat Adderly, Jay McShann, Phil Woods, Wynton Marsalis, Tom Harrell, Randy Brecker, James Moody, Dizzy Gillespie, and others. Terrell Stafford, acclaimed trumpet player based in New York, has been hailed as “one of the great players of our time, a fabulous trumpet player” by piano legend McCoy Tyner. Stafford is recognized as an incredibly gifted and versatile player, he combines a deep love of melody with his own brand of spirited and adventurous lyricism.

Charles McPherson (sax), Terrell Stafford (trumpet), Eric Gunnison (piano), Ken Walker (bass), Paul Romaine (drums)

Charles McPherson and Terrell Stafford

Thursday, March 3 - 6:30pm

This incredible group of musicians return for a second night!

B-RAMP

Friday, March 4 - 6:30pm

Improvisatory music is about shared experience, collective understanding and an inexorable spirit of collaboration. B-RAMP has a plethora of shared experience. The group is based on musical and personal relationships that go back more than four decades. It is that kind of experience that allows musicians to be “in each others heads” as they improvise. Even though they are from different parts of the country (Jeff and Dave are from LA, Paul and Patrick are from Denver, and Ted is from New York), they have a wealth of shared musical experience. They will perform music from their upcoming CD – a mixture of original material and interpretations of jazz standards.

Jeff Benedict (saxophone), Paul Romaine (drums), Dave Askren (guitar), Patrick McDevitt (bass), Ted Piltzecker (vibes)

Royal Street Ramblers

Friday, March 4 - 9:30pm

In celebration of Mardi Gras, join the Royal Street Ramblers for their take on Vintage New Orleans classics, Down-home blues, and soulful originals.

David Lawrence (guitar & vocals),
Luke Tredinnick (trombone & vocals), Andrew Vogt (sax & clarinet), Doug Bainbridge (drums), Kevin Laxar (upright bass)

The Kent Burnside Blues Band

Saturday, March 5 - 6pm and 8:30pm

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.

Kent Burnside (guitar & vocals), Matt Fuller (guitar), Jacob Best (drums), Coleen Best (bass)

Alex Harding & Organ Nation

Sunday, March 6 - 1pm

Organ and Nation is a band led by 2 time critics poll rising star for baritone sax winner Alex Harding. Their mission is to play music that will fill your soul with love and joy!

Jeff Jenkins (organ), Matt Campbell (drums), Brionne Wright (vocals), Andy Dahlke (alto sax), Alex Harding (baritone sax & leader)

Diamond Empire Band

Tuesday, March 8th - 8pm

High Energy Live Music to Pack Your Dance Floor! Watch Diamond Empire’s talented musicians perform live near you (for free!). Their 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 live music!

Indie 102.3 Presents: The Milk Blossoms

Wednesday, March 9th - 6:30pm

Combining ukulele, expressive beat boxing and piano, the trio blends to create experimental pop music. They have been featured on Colorado Public Radio’s Open Air, Film on the Rocks, Colorado Public TV’s ‘Sounds on 29th’ and has won “Best Pop Band” for the 2018 Westword Music Awards and “Best Experimental” band for the 2016 Westword Music Awards. They have shared the stage with artists including Ezra Furman, Cocorosie, Emily Wells, and Advance Base.

Harmony Rose (ukulele, vocals), Michelle Rocqet (beatboxing, vocals), William Overton (keys)

Carmen Sandim

Thursday, March 10th - 7pm

Carmen Sandim & Bill Kopper will be presenting an evening of Brazilian standards by Tom Jobim, Milton Nascimento and Joao Gilberto as well as original compositions.

Carmen Sandim (piano), Bill Kopper (nylon string guitar)

Kaitlyn Williams

Thursday, March 10th - 10pm

Award winning Denver based singer-songwriter “Kaitlyn Williams” is stepping onto the scene and taking it by storm. Bound to put you in your feels, the up-and-coming pop songstress is unapologetically individualistic. Beginning songwriting at the age of 11, she continues to explore the vast possibilities of the piano, tender guitar melodies, and vocal riffs that will move you. She won 303 Magazine’s Best Pop Artist of 2019 and here’s what people are saying, “There’s a youthful power to Kdubbzz’ lark-like breathiness.” – Bandwagon Magazine. “Her voice is a mix of honey and soul with the musical style to match. Kaitlyn Williams is an artist who will not and must not be ignored.” – 303 Magazine

Kaitlyn Williams (vocals, piano), Connor Terrones (guitar), Jordan Henderson (bass), Dan Quisenberry (drums)

The Flatirons Jazz Orchestra presents “Ella & Ellington: A Legendary Friendship”

Friday, March 11th - 7pm and 9:30pm

This unique show combines stories and music to explore the lives and work of two greatest legends of jazz, Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington. More than just friends, the music reflects the depth of their mutual affection. Rated “One of the 10 Best Jazz Bands in Denver” by CBS Local, they play in regular rotation at all of the major dance venues in the Front Range. Composed of professional musicians and music educators, FJO is committed to the highest levels of musicianship, stagecraft, and performance.

Deborah Stafford (vocals) Saxophones: Stephen Angus, Doug Rasmussen, Patti Shaw, Dave Gribble, Tom Henderson. Trumpets: Gary Lloyd, Jared Crump-Bertram, Gerry Sutton, Richard Mason. Trombones: Tommy van den Berg, Jim Griffis, Tom Soto, Bryan Powell. Rhythm Section: Matthew Popkin (piano), Jim Lichens (guitar), Todd VanSelus (upright bass), Orvel Ray Wilson (drumset)

Brionne Aigne & Dax Oliver present Part II

Saturday, March 12th- 6:30pm

These three artists are back to give you another night filled with entertainment and soulful expression. Please join Brionne Aigné, Dax Oliver, and At Eaze for an evening filled with jazz, hip hop and r&b. From Red Rocks to B.E.T. each artist has traveled nationwide and wants to share their gifting and experiences with you. Come out and join us for an experience you don’t want to miss!

Ronneka Cox (keyboard), Matthew Campbell (drums), Riley Merino (guitar), Callum Bayer (bass)
Brionne Aigné and Dax Oliver (headliners)

The Delta Sonics

Saturday, March 12th - 9:30pm

The Delta Sonics music takes a Chicago Blues base and seasons it with Swing, Delta, N’awlins R&B and some early Rock n’ Roll . They were Westword’s best blues band in Denver the last six of eight years. The band made the semi-finals in the Memphis (International Blues Challenge) in 2012. They have been featured at many of the major festivals in Colorado and Wyoming .

Al Chesis (harmonica / vocals), Bob Pellegrino (guitar), Alissa Chesis (bass), Stefan Flores (drums)

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