The best community dedicated FREE music event for Denver in the summer is Jazz in the Park! There is such a mix of people having fun, BBQing, relaxing, dancing, engaging in fellowship and more. The overall feeling though is CHILL. Truly a wonderful sample of the people that make up this great city.
Last week the City Park venue featured the Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts. The CCJA is a unique non-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth to creatively express themselves through the language of jazz. CCJA programs are mentor-based, enabling students to study with professional musicians of the highest caliber. CCJA students grow musically while experiencing an environment of connection, respect, inclusivity, and cooperation, all of which are embedded within the fabric and history of jazz itself. Our unique programs are designed to benefit various levels of musicians. For those who are considering music as a career, CCJA offers tremendous advantages, and many of our students are admitted to prestigious college programs, receive impressive scholarships, and begin their careers with a definite head start. For those students who want to explore their musical interests but not necessarily make a career of it, CCJA programs enrich their lives by giving them a creative outlet, increased confidence, communication skills, relationships with like-minded people, and the joy of music. (from the website http://jazzarts.org)
The night was full of original compositions from students and a collaborative effort alongside faculty. Very heart-felt and inspiring for those who appreciate the growth of music and the arts in the community and availability to Denver students. Check out the rest of the summer schedule HERE.
I will be back on July 28th for the concert featuring Los Bohemios for some Latin infusion. See you there. Denver Jazz in the Park
Daniel
