March 4th & 5th: Regina Carter & Xavier Davis |
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Two virtuosos in their own right, Regina Carter and Xavier Davis have undertaken numerous collaborations stretching back to 2004, and as a result now share an electric and near-telepathic connection on stage. Hailed as the foremost jazz violinist of her generation, Carter is a MacArthur fellow and recent recipient of the prestigious Doris Duke Artist Award whose quest for beauty and passion for excellence finds a complementary musical voice in Davis’ accomplished artistry, yielding an intimate and unforgettable concert experience. |
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February 20th: Aaron Goldberg Trio |
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Hailed by DownBeat for his “quick-witted harmonic reflexes, fluid command of line and cut-to-the-chase sense of narrative logic,” Aaron Goldberg has made his name as one of jazz’s most compelling pianists, both as a bandleader and frequent collaborator with Joshua Redman, Wynton Marsalis, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Guillermo Klein and many more. As kindred spirits in pursuit of the highest expression, Goldberg and his trio embody the best of what jazz can be today: the ability to speak from deep within the tradition while putting their own collaborative imprint upon it. |
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March 10th: Nancy Kelly: Remembering Mark Murphy and More |
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Tickets on sale now! A sophisticated and consummate artist, celebrated vocalist Nancy Kelly presents her latest highly lauded album Remembering Mark Murphy in tribute to one of her musical heroes, with support from Denver’s finest players. |
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February 18th: The Westerlies |
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The Westerlies, a Seattle-born, New York-based brass quartet “at the intersection of new music and progressive jazz” (Nate Chinen, WBGO), have garnered substantial acclaim for their full and wondrously intimate sound and broad expressive palette. With two previous releases under their belt, an NPR Tiny Desk Concert and appearances from Carnegie Hall to Coachella, the category-defying chamber quartet now presents its latest album Wherein Lies the Good. |
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February 23rd: Josephine Foster: Magical Songs |
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Josephine Foster has lent her warbling mezzo-soprano and interpretive wit to nearly two decades of self-produced recordings, with songs rooted in early American folk-blues, classical art song, and Tin Pan Alley. MAS Eclectic is proud to present an intimate Sunday afternoon concert with this acclaimed artist as she performs music from her most recent double record Faithful Fairy Harmony. |
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February 29th: Nelson Rangell |
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Tickets on sale now! “An artist of depth, a master of song, and an improviser nonpareil” – JAZZIZ Magazine Such praise is confirmation of what contemporary jazz fans have known since the Denver-based saxophonist emerged in the late ’80s: Rangell is one of the most exciting and diverse performers in the genre, equally adept at soprano, alto, and tenor saxophones, as well as a genuine virtuoso on flute and piccolo. |
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February 9th: Ebony Serenade: Celebrating the Music of Black Composers |
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P*S*A*L*M proudly presents its annual salute to African American composers, featuring music from Billy Strayhorn, Count Basie, Fletcher Henderson, Stanley Turrentine, Horace Silver, and Juan Tizol, to name but a few. Fronted by local legend Purnell Steen, this swingin’ ensemble emits its unique musical brand based on the legendary “Sound of Five Points”. |
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February 12th: Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra |
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One of Denver’s premier big bands performs the exciting gamut of big band styles, ranging from classic ’40s swing to contemporary showstoppers! Featuring vocalist Suzanne Morrison. |
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The Denver Jazz Orchestra brings its outstanding big band show back to Dazzle, with creative and energetic playing on tight and inventive arrangements by the likes of Stan Kenton, Count Basie, and many more! |
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February 21st: Denver Jazz Orchestra |
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February 28th: The King of Beats: A Tribute to J Dilla with ManyColors |
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ManyColors pays homage to the great J Dilla with an inspired soul-hop stew of fresh jazz harmonies embedded in a lofi soundscape with an irresistible rhythmic pocket. |
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February 19th: Cabaret Sauvignon: Unlucky in Love |
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Cabaret Sauvignon: Unlucky in Love is a sexy and hilarious burlesque/variety show straight out of the ’80s! Come on down for an evening of fabulous dancing, iconic outfits and show-stopping music from an unforgettable era. |
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Dazzle is located at 1512 Curtis Street in Downtown Denver. Nightly parking available at Independence Plaza Garage at 16th & Curtis for $6. Dazzle is all ages until 10:30pm. |
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