2024 Holiday Shows at Dazzle

Each show listed below includes:

  • Show Date(s)
  • Show Time(s)
  • Ticket links (VenuePilot is the ticketing software)
  • Show Description (it’s a drop-down text box)
  • YouTube video of the Artist’s music for you to sample

3MoMezzos Holiday Show

The 3MoMezzos perform at Dazzle
Show Description

Musical Style: Motown, RnB, Soul

3 Mo Mezzos is a powerhouse singing group of three award-winning theater actresses from the Metro Denver area: Natalie Oliver-Atherton (True West Award Winner, Miss Colorado American 2023 & Founder of The Namasté Works Arts Alliance), Shandra Crayton-Artis (Porgy and Bess, Hairspray), and Rajdulari (Henry Award Nominee, Ain’t Misbehavin, Caroline or Change, Crowns).

The concert will feature holiday music from Motown and beyond & take guests on a musical journey through many of your favorite Christmas tunes.

Natalie Oliver-Atherton

Shandra Crayton-Artis

Rajdulari

El Javi

El Javi holds a guitar in a field
El Javi at Dazzle
Show Description

El Javi is a gifted North American guitarist who fearlessly explores instrumental music, transcending the confines of traditional music genres. His music is a remarkable blend of various styles and techniques that come together to create an eclectic acoustic fusion that is truly unique.

Beyond his exceptional musicianship, El Javi’s celebration of cultural diversity through music underscores the power of music to transcend language and culture, forging connections and understanding between people of all backgrounds.

The Denver based composer, producer and performer incorporates elements of flamenco, progressive rock, classical, folk and world music to shape his compositions. Highlights of his career include; supporting act for Ziggy Marley and today’s biggest voice of flamenco Diego El Cigala. He was a featured artist in Coors Light’s national campaign My Climb, My Music and a featured artist at the Guitar: The Instrument that Rocked the World exhibit at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. He participated in the International Guitar Festival in Zihuatanejo, Mexico.

El Javi Trio – “Colorado”

A Very Saxy Christmas: The Sax Syndicate

Show Description

Get ready for a second year of saxy holiday magic at Dazzle! Join us for A Very Saxy Christmas, a captivating concert featuring The Sax Syndicate, Denver’s dynamic and electrifying saxophone ensemble. This year’s Saxy Christmas is sure to be even more extraordinary than the first, following the huge success and near-sellout of last year’s event. Immerse yourself in the soulful sounds of the saxophone as The Sax Syndicate delivers a festive repertoire ranging from timeless classics to contemporary holiday favorites, all with The Sax Syndicate’s signature five-part jazz harmonies. Perfect for your special holiday date night, a Christmassy night on the town, or a holiday excursion for all the saxophone lovers!

Don’t miss this unforgettable musical experience! Buy tickets today at dazzledenver.com.

More About The Sax Syndicate:

Hailing from diverse musical backgrounds and united by their shared passion for the saxophone, The Sax Syndicate is a dynamic and electrifying octet composed of a five-piece big band style saxophone section accompanied by a full rhythm section. Inspired by the iconic group, Supersax, The Sax Syndicate combines their individual virtuosity to create a seamless blend of harmonies, exhilarating solos, and infectious rhythms. Their repertoire includes jazz compositions and arrangements set in five-part harmony written by the likes of Gordon Goodwin, Benny Carter, Bob Mintzer, and many more. The Sax Syndicate is Jeff Miguel (Alto/Soprano Sax), Carlos Chavez (Alto Sax), Ian Skaronea (Tenor Sax), Ty Nemechek (Tenor Sax), Drew Gomez (Bari Sax), Ron Bland (Bass), Daniel Moran (Piano), and Josh Beyers (Drums).

Purnell Steen & the Five Points Ambassadors Celebrate A Cool Yule

Five musicians with their instruments
Purnell Steen & The Five Points Ambassadors: A Cool Yule at Dazzle
Show Description

Musical Style: Jazz and Blues, Five Points Style

For over 30 years, Purnell Steen and the Five Points Ambassadors has been dedicated to preserving and playing the Jazz and Blues music of Denver’s legendary Five Points neighborhood and is a regular at Dazzle.

In September 2022, the Ambassadors spent a week playing and lecturing in Denver’s Sister City, Brest, France, as part of our cultural exchange.

The band has performed for many dignitaries, including the 2008 National Convention, playing for the Clintons and other notables. Purnell is a cousin to Eddie “Cleanhead” Vinson, George Duke, 5-time Grammy Award winner Dianne Reeves, and legendary bassist Charlie Burrell.

Purnell Steen – Piano

Myra Warren – Vocals

Ed Stephen – Acoustic Guitar

Vohn Regensburger – Brazilian Guitar

Derek Banach – Trumpet

Max Wagner – Sax

Ron Bland – Bass

Bill Larson – Drums

Next 9News “Five Points Ambassadors seek to keep neighborhood sound and history alive”

CU Boulder Thompson Jazz Big Bands perform Ellington’s “The Nutcracker Suite”

Saxophonist playing in front of a bandstand
CU Nutcracker at Dazzle
Show Description

Musical Style: Big Band Jazz

Directed by John Gunther, CU’s award winning big bands will perform Duke Ellington’s amazing jazz interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s famous score for “The Nutcracker Suite” The CU Jazz Ensemble has been recognized as one of the nation’s outstanding big bands.

Thompson Jazz Studies – “Overture”

Stella Cole Quartet

Ok, ok, this one has been on sale for a while, but it’s still a holiday show, so it’s on the list.

Stella Cole in a red dress
Stella Cole at Dazzle
Show Description

Musical Style: Holiday Show

To watch Stella Cole perform is to be transported back in time. Her sense of joy and wonder is infectious – one look at her massive social media following makes this clear. Take a quick scroll through the comments of any of her many viral videos and you’ll see not only her irresistible charm, but an ability to expose fans of all ages to the wonders of the Great American Songbook, especially when these timeless stories are told honestly by an artist with an uncanny ability to transcend generations.

On her highly anticipated debut recording, Stella is presented performing interpreting a collection of classics in a variety of settings, including many featuring an orchestra arranged by multiple Grammy-winner Alan Broadbent. Featuring songs made famous by everyone from Barbra Streisand (“When the Sun Comes Out”) and Judy Garland (“The Boy Next Door” and a classic re-interpretation of “Over the Rainbow”) to Billie Eilish (“My Future”) and Audrey Hepburn (“Moon River” of course!), it is sure to be one of the most impressive vocal recordings of 2024.

Upon first hearing Stella Cole, one is immediately struck by her rich tone and extraordinary vocal control. However, what is particularly rare is her ability to interpret songs that were initially intended for actors in character in a direct, personally vulnerable way that connects to something within herself, placing her in the lineage of the greatest interpreters of the repertoire. Perhaps most exciting, to her many young fans, who have never heard these songs before, these are Stella Cole songs, which clearly makes her one of the most exciting artists of her generation.

Stella Cole – ‘Merry Christmas’

LAPOMPE “Django Carols”

Illustrated man with a reindeer head, playing a guitar, sitting in front of a Christmas wreath
LAPOMPE “Django Carols” at Dazzle
Show Description

LAPOMPE returns once again to Dazzle for their annual “Django Carols” holiday show, celebrating the digital release of a new EP for the season! Featuring classic seasonal music in the style of Django Reinhardt’s hot club jazz, including guest performers Enion Pelta-Tiller on violin and vocals and Glen Austen on drums. Come see live performances of the songs from the “Carols” EP including original compositions and mashups of jazz and holiday standards. Join us for this yearly tradition!

DJO Holiday Show

Show Description

Join the Denver Jazz Orchestra for its annual Dazzle Holiday Concert! Featuring swinging versions of some your holiday favorites as well as a few Latin interpretations of the great seasonal carols. This one is always sold out so make your reservations early!

Annie Booth Trio & Friends: Charlie Brown Christmas

These go on Pre-sale for Members from 9/10 – 9/13. This way you have time to call friends & family to plan which show everyone is available to see together.

Show Description

Acclaimed pianist and bandleader Annie Booth and her longtime bandmates bassist Patrick McDevitt and drummer Alejandro Castaño celebrate the 11th year of their popular Denver holiday tradition – a live performance of songs from the classic Charlie Brown Christmas. This year once again at Dazzle at the Arts Complex, the Annie Booth Trio is joined for their 21-show run by a host of brilliant and engaging jazz vocalists – Jenna McLean, Marion Powers, Kathryn Radakovich, and Bailey Hinkley Grogan. Celebrate Guaraldi’s timeless soundtrack along with the Annie Booth Trio’s dynamic take on Christmas favorites during this special and unforgettable holiday show. Many Denver families have made this show a part of their holiday traditions and its family-friendly and open to all ages!

Check out this throwback to the show in 2017

Otis Taylor

Yes, it’s the day after Christmas, and there probably won’t be any holiday music, but it’s a touring show so it’s included in this Pre-sale. Plus, we know you don’t want to cook or clean the kitchen tonight, so let us take care of you for the evening.

Portrait of Otis Taylor
Otis Taylor at Dazzle
Show Description

Musical Style: Blues

Otis Taylor grew up in Denver, but like the old blues song said, he was born in Chicago in 1948. According to Taylor his parents were both jazz fans. My dad worked for the railroad and knew a lot of jazz people. He was a socialist and real bebopper. His mother loved everything from Etta James to Pat Boone. The first instrument Taylor learned to play was the banjo, but he soon rejected the banjo for its association with the racist American South. Taylor would eventually return to the banjo upon discovering its African roots.

Like so many musicians in Denver, Taylor drew inspiration from time spent at the Denver Folklore Center founded by Harry Tuft, where he first heard Piedmont, Delta, country, and Chicago blues artists like Son House, Muddy Waters, and Mississippi Fred McDowell. He learned to play guitar and harmonica and while still in his teens he formed a band called the Butterscotch Fire Department and later the Otis Taylor Blues Band.

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