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Union Station Is Hosting Free Concerts in April

By Westword Staff

Mar 25, 2025

The series will be part of the inaugural Denver Jazz Festival.

Five Points Jazz Roots Celebrates Denver's Historic Black Community

By Victoria Glidden

Feb 13, 2025

"Be ready to be immersed in the rich cultural legacy of Five Points as not only an epicenter for jazz music, but an epicenter for Black culture."

An illustration of a pink candy heart that reads "MATCH MY FREAK."

Twelve Weird Things to Do for Valentine's Day

By Kristen Fiore

Feb 5, 2025

You don't have to be in love to read this list. Just a little weird.

Dazzle's Black History Month Events Honor Denver's Jazz Legacy

By Toni Tresca

Feb 3, 2025

Purnell Steen walks us through the city's jazz lineage as Dazzle prepares its programming for Black History Month.

Hudson Hill Is Now Offering Monthly Live Jazz Under New Ownership

By Victoria Glidden

Jan 3, 2025

If cheese, drinks and jazz sound like the perfect night out, then Hudson Hill is the bar for you.

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Happy Days Actor Ditches Hollywood for Colorado With Jazz Dreams

By Toni Tresca

Jan 2, 2025

The accomplished actor, who recently moved to Colorado, will perform with the Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra, singing Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin and more on January 5.

Gardens II Is the Local Album Release You've Been Waiting For

By Victoria Glidden

Dec 23, 2024

Three local musicians came together for a full-length album, recorded in one live take.

the exterior of a club with red lettering spelling "dazzle."

These Are the Best Jazz and Blues Clubs in Denver

By Emily Ferguson

Dec 18, 2024

From jazzy nights to blues at Jack Kerouac's favorite haunt, get your music fix at these spots.

people at the Five Points Jazz Festival in Denver

Five Points Jazz Festival to End, Replaced by Grants Program

By Jason Heller

Nov 21, 2024

After 22 years of enlivening Denver, the Five Points Jazz Festival is being replaced by a jazz grants program.

There's a New Jazz Fest in Denver

By Jason Heller

Nov 6, 2024

Inspired by the city's vibrant scene, Don Lucoff and David Froman are bringing Denver Jazz Fest to the masses next year.

Singer-Songwriter Lyle Lovett, Colorado's Favorite Texan, Coming to Red Rocks

By Justin Criado

Jul 8, 2024

The legendary Americana singer-songwriter first appeared there in 1990. His 23rd show is set for July 9.

Five Points Jazz Festival 2024: Everything You Need to Know

By Toni Tresca

Jun 5, 2024

Here's how to make the most of this year's Five Points Jazz Festival in Denver on June 8.

Denver Legend David Amram Makes a Grand Return

By Toni Tresca

May 21, 2024

The 93-year-old's career spans eight decades and includes collaborations with such iconic figures as Charlie Parker, Leonard Bernstein and Miles Davis.

Ten Things to Do for Black History Month In and Around Denver

By Toni Tresca

Feb 6, 2024

Black History Month is back, with events ranging from music to movies and more.

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Dazzle Has a Jazzy Tribute to Black History Month

By Toni Tresca

Feb 1, 2024

"I hope one day we will be able to say that Black voices aren't underserved or overlooked, but it’s still a thing."

dancers on stage as part of Chicago musical

Chicago 25th Anniversary Tour Lands in Denver

By Toni Tresca

Jan 26, 2024

The tour includes an ensemble cast member from Brighton.

Dazzle Denver Bids a Fond Farewell to Its President, Donald Rossa

By Toni Tresca

Jan 2, 2024

Donald Rossa resigns as president of Dazzle Denver, leaving behind a rich legacy of jazz culture and community since 2001.

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Pianist and Singer Michaela Allen Debuts New Album at Orchid Denver

By Julianna O'Clair

Aug 2, 2023

The British musician explains how she overcame trauma and illness through her piano, triumphing with her new album, "LDR."

All That Jazz: Dazzle's Grand Reopening in New DPAC Digs Happens This Weekend

By Emily Ferguson

Aug 2, 2023

Dazzle's new space is similar to where it first opened 26 years ago, and includes an El Chapultepec Piano Lounge dedicated to maintaining that club's legacy.

Dazzle Announces El Chapultepec Legacy Partnership

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 25, 2023

Dazzle's new location at the DCPA will include an El Chapultepec Piano Lounge, where it will host late-night sets with no cover charge.

Jazz

Charles Burrell Broke Barriers in Both Classical and Jazz Music

Nocturne Turns Ten: How Passion and Risk Created Denver's Premier Jazz Supper Club

Jazz

Charles Burrell Broke Barriers in Both Classical and Jazz Music

Nocturne Turns Ten: How Passion and Risk Created Denver's Premier Jazz Supper Club

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