The Django Festival All-Stars

Monday, Nov. 15 - 7pm

The Django Festival All-Stars bring the music of the legendary gypsy jazz guitarist, Django Reinhardt, fully into the 21st century. Their unique, high-energy performances pay tribute to Reinhardt, who is considered one of the greatest guitar players of all time.

Workshop with Django Festival Allstars

Tuesday, Nov. 16 - 3:30pm-5:30pm

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from a master of Gypsy Jazz. During a rare appearance in Denver, all five members of the Django Festival Allstars.

Sign up with any instrument - it’s one big workshop.

Bonus: Anyone who attends a workshop can purchase a ticket to a show at the student price.

The Django Festival All-Stars

Tuesday, Nov. 16 - 6:30pm

Reinhardt’s driving, swinging style became known as “hot jazz,” and it continues to grow in popularity throughout the world. The All-Stars honor the traditions while adding their own interpretations, arrangements, and original compositions with stunning virtuosity.

The Django Festival All-Stars

Tuesday, Nov. 16 - 9pm

Samson Schmitt (Lead Guitar), Pierre Blanchard (Violin), Ludovic Beier (Accordion and Accordina), DouDou Cuillerier (Rhythm Guitar), Antonio Licusati (Bass)

Zaremba Fellowship Jazz Orchestra

Wednesday, Nov. 17 - 6:30pm

Come hear the latest music of the Zaremba Fellowship Jazz Orchestra as they prepare to go into the studio to record a new album! You’ll hear a number of traditional and reimagined jazz standards like “After You’ve Gone” and “The Entertainer,” rock classics like Pink Floyd’s “Money.”, and new compositions penned by Drew Zaremba inspired by the people and locations of Colorado.

Saxophones: Drew Zaremba , Austin Cebulske, Jared Cathey, Andrew Janek, Allison Young. Trumpets: Jake Boldman, Gabe Mervine, Dawn Kramer, Shawn Williams. Trombones: Zach Rich, Paul McKee, Seth Weaver, John Matthews. Rhythm Section: Steve Kovalcheck (Guitar), Dana Landry (Piano), Erik Applegate (Bass), Jim White (Drums) With Special Guest: Marion Powers (Vocals)

Kim Dawson/Wil Blades Duo

Thursday, Nov. 18 - 6pm

Wil Blades, a native Chicagoan, has become the first call organist in the Bay Area and is rapidly gaining momentum throughout the country. Having recorded with artists such as Dr. Lonnie Smith, Melvin Sparks, Nicholas Payton, Stanton Moore, Herbie Lewis, and many others. For this special show, Blades joins Colorado based vocalist Kim Dawson! Kim’s work is what can only be described as an eclectic mix of R&B, neo-soul, and funk with a love-laced passion for all things jazz. She develops sounds that elevate, invigorate, and ultimately transport listeners to her musical world. You won’t want to miss out on this awesome concert!

Kim Dawson (Vocals), Wil Blades (Organ)

Kim Dawson

Thursday, Nov. 18 - 9pm

Kim Dawson’s work is what can only be described as an eclectic mix of R&B, neo-soul, and funk with a love-laced passion for all things jazz. Her musical influences range from Stevie Wonder to Sarah Vaughan to Karen Carpenter, But, there has always been one commonality, one unbreakable thread: soul-driven devotion to singing. She develops sounds that elevate, invigorate, and ultimately transport listeners to her musical world.

Kim Dawson (Vocals), JoFoke (Vocals), LaDamion Massey (Vocals), Wil Blades (Organ), Brant Williams (Guitar), Paul McDaniel (Bass),BK Kahn (Drums), Special guest on piano TBA

Kim Dawson/Wil Blades Duo

Friday, Nov. 19 - 7pm

This incredible duo return for a second night!

Kim Dawson (Vocals), Wil Blades (Organ)

Kim Dawson

Friday, Nov. 19 - 10pm

Kim Dawson’s all-star group returns to the stage for a second night!

Kim Dawson (Vocals), Kelsey Shiba (Vocals), LaDamion Massey (Vocals), Wil Blades (Organ), Brant Williams (Guitar), Paul McDaniel (Bass),BK Kahn (Drums), Special guest on piano TBA

Nelson Rangell

Saturday, Nov. 20 - 6pm

Nelson Rangell is one of the most exciting and diverse smooth jazz performers in the entire genre, equally adapt at soprano, alto, and tenor saxophone, as well as being a genuine virtuoso on flute and piccolo. You won’t want to miss this incredible performance!

Nelson Rangell

Saturday, Nov. 20 - 9pm

Nelson Rangell (Saxophones and Flute), Eric Gunnison (Piano), Mike Marlier (Drums), Bijoux Barbosa (Bass)

The Deborah Stafford Quintet

Tuesday, Nov. 23 - 6pm

Join Deborah Stafford & her Quintet for the best in Jazz & Blues! Deborah has been a staple in the Denver/Boulder music scene for many years, performing with her 18-piece Big Band, Flatirons Jazz Orchestra, and her award-winning Blues Band, Deborah Stafford & The State of Affairs. She has opened for Buddy Guy, Hamilton Loomis, and has represented Colorado at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. She can do it all and with the Quintet she gets to spread her wings and fly! Standards and beyond.

Deborah Stafford (Vocals), Doug Rasmussen (Sax), Bob Schlesinger (Piano), Jason Malmberg (Bass), Bill Larson (Drums)

Ron Ivory’s One on One and The MilesApart Band

Wednesday, Nov 24 - 7pm

One on One is a vocal quartet and includes a dynamic female vocalist which showcases Motown, Classic Soul and Old School Rhythm and Blues Show and Dance just the way you like it. This quintessential quartet features songs from the 50’s thru the 2K’s with songs by artists such as The Temptations, The Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, The Isley Brothers, Martha Reeves, Aretha Franklin, and many more. With these four extraordinary vocalists and the incredible resonance of the MilesApart Band, this show is sure to bring back memories and ensure great new ones.

Ron Ivory (Vocals), Linda Styles (Vocals), Jimi Alexander (Vocals), Henry Hudson III (Vocals and Sax), Robin Garcia (Keyboards), Ben Mitchell (Guitars), Lam McCrary (Bass), Skip Lynch (Drums)

The Ken Walker Sextet

Friday, Nov. 26 - 6pm

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), Al Hood (Trumpet), Peter Sommer (Sax), Dave Corbus (Guitar), Jeff Jenkins (Piano), Paul Romaine (Drums)

Rico Jones and His All Star Band Swingin’ into the Holidays

Friday, Nov. 26 - 9pm

Rico Jones is steadily becoming one of the top young saxophonists of his generation. A Colorado native, Rico is celebrating his visit home from NYC with swingin’ holiday music featuring some of Denver’s best!

Rico Jones (Saxophone), Brad Goode (Trumpet), Leslie Summey (Vocals), Jeff Jenkins (Organ), Bill McCrossen (Bass), Harold Summey (Drums)

Same Cloth

Saturday, Nov. 27 - 6pm

Same Cloth is a project led by prolific pianist, Solomon J. Chapman Sr. and inventive vocalist, JoFoKe. Embarking upon a new, eclectic musical journey, the charismatic duo combines their peculiarities, perspectives and talents to share meaningful art. Same Cloth’s debut commercial release is expected late 2021.

Same Cloth

Saturday, Nov 27 - 9pm

JoFoKe (Vocals), Solomon Chapman Sr. (Keyboards), Matt Campbell (Drums), Will Gaines (Bass), James Tré (Guitar)