Photo: Toni Negus | So sorry to hear today about the passing of Dickey Betts, co-founder of the Allman Brothers band. Mr. Betts (80) had fought cancer for awhile. We’ll send more info in next week’s newsletter but this news came as we were getting ready to send this out. RIP, Dickey.
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Julie Geller of Setting The Stage and formerly of Denver, who now lives in Israel, sent a note updating what’s going on in her region. Not good. Julie is a wonderful songwriter, singer and musician and she is trying hard to “keep it together.” Send your peace wishes to all the peoples involved in that conflict. Such a shame that humans’ egos take over causing such dis… If you’d like to follow Julie’s story, her website is https://www.juliegeller.com
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And speaking of… It was good to hear from Julia Bryan, a former COMBO member, after a long absence. She’s back at the music again (it can’t ever go away) and we’re looking forward to catching some of her new songs soon!
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If you haven’t re-upped your dues in awhile, please consider doing so soon! We haven’t had a chance to send out reminder notices so if you think it’s time, please check and re-join COMBO! We thank you a whole lot!
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We are again looking for board members. If you would be interested in serving on COMBO’s board, please send an e-mail to Barb at President@coloradomusic.org, giving your credentials and your reason(s) for wanting to serve! You must have up to 4 hours a month to “donate”. However, if you can do data entry, etc., for us from your home, and don’t particularly want to be on the board, please let Barb know that, too. Stuck-at-home people would be perfect!
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COMBO is about the LOVE of Music and musicians. We have a board of dedicated and knowledgeable musicians and supporters who play or produce music and music acts. We offer an exchange of information, guidance and advice to help musicians advance their careers no matter what field you’re in. Our articles and programs represent some phase of the music business that could affect musicians – all musicians – everywhere. Our motto in Colorado: Elevate Your Musical State! (Courtesy of Andy Ard!)
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CALENDAR
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Summer Concert Line-ups:
Levitt Pavillion: http://www.levittpavillion.com
First Friday Jazz Hop in Five Points | https://www.milehighfestivals.com
City Park Jazz 2024! Big Band, Blues, Soul, Latin & Much More! https://www.cityparkjazz.org
Denver Arts Complex events: https://www.artscomplex.com/events/all
Five Point Jazz Fest | https://www.artsandvenuesdenver.com/programs/five-points-jazz-festival/
Botanic Gardens (two locations) | https://www.botanicgardens.org
Elevation Music Festival | https://www.worldmusicdevelopment.org.
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April 2024
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Th, 18th – 4:00 p.m. – Laurie D at CWEF (Colorado Women’s Educational Foundation) in the Tivoli Center, Denver
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Sa, 20th – 3:30 p.m. – Laurie D at the Avon Public Library, Avon, CO
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Su, 21st – 1:00-6:00 p.m. – Musicians’ Ball: “With a Little Help From Our Friends” at Odde’s, 9975 North Wadsworth – fundraising benefit!
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Mo, 22nd – 7:00 p.m. -COMBO’s Next Program Speakers: Via Zoom – Summer Nights!!!
25th – 7:30 p.m. – Toni Negus at The Roxy Theater, 2549 Welton St., Denver, CO 80204
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Sa, 27th – 12:30 p.m. – Laurie D at the Gypsum Public Library, Gypsum, CO
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Sa, 27th – 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. – Open House at Colorado Sound Studios, 3100 West 71st Place, Westminster, CO | Enjoy demonstrations by CSS sound engineers, and music by Emilio Emilio + and more
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Sa, 27th – 3:30 p.m. – Laurie D at the Eagle Public Library, Eagle, CO
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Mo, 29th – 6:30 p.m. – CO Springs NSAI Chapter meeting at Douglas County Library, 100 South Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104 (Room D or E). Contact Wayne Hanson, 720-989-5185 for more info and to get on a mailing list.
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May 2024
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We, 1st – 7:00 p.m. – Front Range Songwriters at the Covenant Church, 4965 Barnes Road, Colorado Springs (Fireside Room at the back of the building)
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Fr, 3rd – First Friday Jazz Hop in Five Points | https://www.milehighfestivals.com
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Mo, 13th – 7:00 p.m. – Denver’s NSAI Meeting at CCM Studios, 4214 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO. This is just a couple of blocks east of Colorado Boulevard on Colfax.
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Th, 16th – 6:00 Doors, 7:00 show – Lynn Patrick with violinist Sandra Wong and bassist Chris Engleman at Etown Hall, 1535 Spruce Street, Boulder, CO 80302 | Tickets $23-$38
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lynn-patrick-tickets-775879024047 | http://www.lynnpatrick.com
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Fr-Su, 17th – 19th – (various times) Tico Time Bluegrass Fest at the Tico Time RV River Resort
Complete info at: https://www.ticotimebluegrass.com
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Mo, 20th – 7:00 p.m. -COMBO’s Next Program Speakers: Why You Need the Best Sound Possible on Your Recordings! Via Zoom!
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Tu, 21st – 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. – Black Rose Acoustic Society’s Songwriters Circle at the All Souls Unitarian Church, 730 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs | A small donation is asked to cover rent. | https://www.blackroseacoustic.org/classes-special/#brcircle
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Su, 26th – 6:45 p.m. – Michael Franti & Spearhead with Bombargo at Durango Mesa Park
Go here to buy tickets: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/durangoconcerts/260/event/1370857
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Mo, 27th – 6:30 p.m. – CO Springs NSAI joint meeting & Open Mic Night at the Third Space Coffee Shop, 5670 Academy Blvd. N., Colorado Springs 80918
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June 2024
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Sa, 1st & Su, 2nd – The Outside Festival, Civic Center Park, Denver
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We, 5th – 7:00 p.m. – Front Range Songwriters at the Covenant Church, 4965 Barnes Road, Colorado Springs (Fireside Room at the back of the building)
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Fr, 7th – First Friday Jazz Hop in Five Points | https://www.milehighfestivals.com
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Sa, 8th – Five Points Jazz Festival, 27th & Welton, Denver – All Day, All Night!!!
https://www.artsandvenuesdenver.com for lots more info! (Applications to perform closed)
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Tu, 11th – 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. – Black Rose Acoustic Society’s Songwriters Circle at the All Souls Unitarian Church, 730 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs | A small donation is asked to cover rent. | https://www.blackroseacoustic.org/classes-special/#brcircle
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Tu, 18th – 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. – Black Rose Acoustic Society’s Songwriters Circle at the All Souls Unitarian Church, 730 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs | A small donation is asked to cover rent. | https://www.blackroseacoustic.org/classes-special/#brcircle
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July 2024
Sa, 6th – South Park Bluegrass Festival at Alma Town Park, Alma, CO, USA – Only 500 tickets available! The highest Bluegrass Festival in the world! Go here to check it out and to buy tickets: https://southparkbluegrassfestival.org
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Tu, 16st – 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. – Black Rose Acoustic Society’s Songwriters Circle at the All Souls Unitarian Church, 730 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs | A small donation is asked to cover rent. | https://www.blackroseacoustic.org/classes-special/#brcircle
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Fr-Su, 26th – 28th – Denver 48 Hour Film Festival | https://48hourfilm.com/denver.
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August 2024
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The 2024 Auditorium Taking Place August 15th & 16th
Elevation Music Festival Set for August 17th & 18th in Alma, Colorado
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TALENT NEEDED:
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Howard Rosen Promotion Talent Search – See Article under “Talent Needed” – Deadline June 1st