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!

Vlad Gersavich (organ), Matt Campbell (drums), Sheryl Renee (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 Aigné & 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)

Oz Noy/Dennis Chambers/Jimmy Haslip

Tuesday, March 15th - 6:30 and 9pm

Join us as three legendary musicians come together for an intoxicatins blend of jazz, funk, rock, blues, and R&B.

Oz Noy- guitar, Jimmy Haslip- bass (Yellowjackets), Dennis Chambers- drums (Scofield, Victor Wooten, Carlos Santana)

Tenia Nelson Trio (TNT!)

Wednesday, March 16th - 7pm

The Tenia Nelson Trio is just three talented homies that love to play all kinds of jazz music together. If the “Tenia Nelson Trio” is a mouthful, you can just call them “TNT”- because they’re dynamite!

Tenia Nelson (piano), Brendan O'Donoghue (bass), Alex Tripp (drums)

Peter John Stoltzman Trio

Thursday, March 17th - 6:30pm

This performance will be at the Denver Press Club!

Stoltzman, a renowned jazz pianist and educator, will lead his trio playing original music and contemporary covers.

Peter John Stoltzman (piano), Bijoux Barbosa (bass), Dru Heller (drums)

Avourneen

Thursday, March 17th - 7:30pm

Avourneen, a Denver-based trio that specializes in Irish folk, doesn’t have direct geographic ties to Ireland. The band is composed of guitarist/vocalist Adam Goldstein, a Denver native; violinist CL Morden, an import from California; and Alice Alister, a longtime Colorado resident and talented bassist. Together, they play a brand of Celtic music that’s both timeless and innovative, a take on the genre the Celtic Connection calls “unique in Colorado – and perhaps in the country.”

Adam Goldstein (guitar, bouzouki, vocals), CL Morden (fiddle, mandolin, vocals), Alice Alister (bass, vocals)

Adam Bodine Sextet

Friday, March 18th - 7pm

A rare and dynamic concert not to be missed, the always entertaining multidimensional keyboardist and composer Adam Bodine leads a stellar sextet through a fun and vibrant set of his original compositions. Creatively intermingling an eclectic spectrum of music, Adam’s two recent albums Scenes of Changery and Nurtured by Nature radiate a whimsical and cinematic vibe that warms the heart and tickles the imagination.

Adam Bodine (piano), Gonzalo Teppa (bass), Dru Heller (drums), Sam Williams (saxophone), Gabriel Mervine (trumpet), Khabu Doug Young (guitar)

Milquetoast & Co.

Friday, March 18th - 10pm

Calling itself Milquetoast & Co., this Denver-based sextet mingles high-intensity, angular elements of Americana with equal parts rock and blues and a touch of pomp and pageantry. Their songs tell the tales of life; embracing the joy and sorrow of complex human relationships while tipping a well-tailored cap to the moments of beauty and irreverence we all share. Originally based in Boston, Milquetoast & Co. self-released three albums prior to parting ways for a series of “it seemed like a good idea at the time” reasons, from parenthood to world travel. Waiting for the time and circumstances to be right, the band re-established itself, deep in the heart of the Rockies.

James McAndrew (vocals, guitar), Dan Zangari (bass), Kyle Bocchieri (drums), Joe Engel (cello), Ben Parrish (guitar), Sam Oatts (horns)

Nelson Rangell

Saturday, March 19th - 7 and 9:30pm

Nelson Rangell is one of the most exciting ad diverse performers in the smooth jazz genre, equally adapt at soprano, alto, and tenor saxophone, as well as being a genuine virtuoso on flute and piccolo.

Nelson Rangell (woodwinds), Eric Gunnison (piano), Mike Marlier (drums), Bijoux Barbosa (bass)

David Torn, Scott Amendola, Michael Manring: Trees Move Air – A Night of Improvised Music

Sunday, March 20th - 6pm

Come hear this all-star lineup create a beautiful night of completely improvised 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.

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

Carmen Sandim

Thursday, March 19th - 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. She explores the vast possibilities of the piano, tender guitar melodies, and vocal riffs that will move you.

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 - 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. The Flatirons Jazz Orchestra – featuring Deborah Stafford, is a traditional 18-piece big band that faithfully recreates the great Swing-Era music of Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Stan Kenton, Gene Krupa, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Diane Schuur, Buddy Rich, and more.

Brionne Aigné & 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.

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

Tenia Nelson Trio (TNT!)

Wednesday, March 16th - 7pm

The Tenia Nelson Trio is just three talented homies that love to play all kinds of jazz music together. If the “Tenia Nelson Trio” is a mouthful, you can just call them “TNT”- because they’re dynamite!

Tenia Nelson (piano), Brendan O'Donoghue (bass), Alex Tripp (drums)

Domi Edson Trio

Wednesday, March 23rd - 7pm

Domi Edson is an emerging force as a jazz bassist and composer originally from Seattle, WA. Reminiscent of groups like the Ray Brown Trio, the Domi Edson Trio performs a unique collection of new and reimagined music. With an album and international tour under their belts, the Domi Edson Trio is ready to swing!

Domi Edson (bass), Spencer Zweifel (piano), Bobby Wiens (drums)

Esthesis Quartet

Thursday, March 24th - 6:30pm

Esthesis Quartet plays original jazz with a reckless abandon that shakes the preconceptions of traditional instrumentation roles. They treat each other’s compositions with understanding, respect, and a treacherous amount of freeform, leading to musical explorations that resolve in unexpected directions.

Dawn Clement (piano), Elsa Nilsson (flute), Tina Raymond (drums), Emma Dayhuff (bass)

Sarah Mount & The Rushmores

Friday, March 25th - 9:30pm

Join Sarah Mount and The Rushmores for their Dazzle residency! Bringing you the usual line up with original music, and unique covers featuring guest artists every show. Lead by local saxophonist who hails from the Mile High City, Sarah Mount and the Rushmores has been delivering improv driven hard funk and soul to the Denver area for the last four years.

Emily Sparklechicken Erkman (vocals), Kyle Driscoll (guitar), Noah Matthews (bass), Dom Fante (drums), Barth Bhargava (keys), Sarah Mount (alto sax), Daniel Steigleder (tenor sax)

Same Cloth

Saturday, March 26th - 6pm & 9pm

Same Cloth is a Denver based project led by prolific keyboardist Solomon J. Chapman Sr. and inventive vocalist JoFoKe. As a unit, Same Cloth combines the diverse traditions of Black American Music to create an energetically eclectic and emotionally elevating live music experience.

JoFoKe (vocals), Solomon Chapman Sr. (keyboards), Callum Bair (guitar), Matt Campbell (drums), Will Gaines (bass), James Tré (guitar)

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