ANNOUNCEMENTS / CALENDAR
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Our sincerest thanks to our guest speaker Krista DeHerrera of Vail Resorts for the interesting and informative talk on Monday. She gave some valuable hints on how to get bookings in the mountain venues and festivals. Remember: If you’re a dues-paying member of COMBO, the video of Ms. DeHerrera’s talk will be posted to our YouTube channel soon. We’ll send you a notice of when it’s available. By the way, last month’s talk by Jake Wolf of the Academy of Music Outreach for Kids is now up.
BULLETIN: Sundance Film Festival moving to Boulder! The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor’s Office announced on Thursday.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/news/sundance-film-festival-moving-to-boulder/vi-AA1BN9Yq?ocid=hpmsn&cvid=108c62afe1504abaa122d0460130ab2d&ei=69
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A member wanted to know how long COMBO had been around to help out musicians in Colorado (and elsewhere). The Colorado Music Association was formed in 1997 and, after trying the acronyms on of CMA and COMA, the board settled on a “doing business as” name of Colorado Music Business Organization giving us the acronym of COMBO! We are forever indebted to our loyal members who continue to support the organization by your dues and attendees at our meetings!
We included the death of the Botanic Gardens CEO Brian Vogt in our Memoriams. Mr. Vogt oversaw the growth of the Botanic Gardens into two separate venues, one in Denver and the other in Ken Caryl Ranch. But, more importantly to the music community, Mr. Vogt brought in live music concerts for attendees to enjoy in the summer months. Thank you, Mr. Vogt, for your foresight and for supporting live music and musicians.
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How to feel OLD? Between all my heroes dying, I was feeling bad enough. And then the Jonas Brothers announced their 20th Anniversary Tour!!! The Jonas Brothers have been around for TWENTY YEARS??? The good news is – the brothers were just pre-teens when they were picked to appear on Disney programs so now they are only in their 20s! (Just kidding!)
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If you have friends or relatives on the Western Slope who are songwriters, please let them know that there is a new Facebook Group to connect them: Western Colorado Songwriter Alliance Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/1122384432992979/?notif_id=1742835138495587¬if_t=group_r2j_approved&ref=notif
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The Colorado Country Music Hall of Fame (CCMHOF) is now posting videos of their shows and/or streaming them live. Check them out at: https://www.facebook.com/colocountrymusic.halloffame/videos/1349191686279446/?notif_id=1742760375598628¬if_t=live_video&ref=notif
COMBO is about the LOVE of Music and the musicians who create and play songs. 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
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES BEING ANNOUNCED ALREADY:
We won’t list all of their shows here but here are their websites if you want to go:
Botanic Gardens (two locations): https://www.botanicgardens.org
City Park Jazz: https://www.cityparkjazz.org
Denver Arts Complex events: https://www.artscomplex.com
First Friday Jazz Hop in Five Points: https://www.milehighfestivals.com
Film on the Rocks: https://www.axs.com/events … film-on-the-rocks
Five Points Jazz Fest: https://www.artsandvenuesdenver.com
Levitt Pavillion: https://www.levittpavillion.com
Old Town Arvada fests – Third Saturdays of the Month
Red Rocks: https://www.redrocksonline.com
The Tank’s Summer Fests (Rangely, Colorado): https://www.tanksounds.org
March 2025
Black Rose sponsors an Open Mic on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month in CO Springs – check it out at https://www.blackroseacoustic.org/openmic!
The TBRAS offers twice-monthly shows on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month at the Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80908. Doors at 6:15; All ages. Tickets at https://www.tbras.org | Next show Friday, 28th – Details below
Fr, 28th – 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. – Laurie D. at Artist Reception at D’Art Gallery, 900 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO 80204 | Join this beautiful artist reception at D’Art Gallery featuring Joy Redstone, Pam Neyman, Dan Bahn and Dorene Stander.
Fr, 28th – Doors: 6:15, Show at 7:00 – Melissa Crispo and Ceruleus opening for Maygen and the Birdwatcher at the Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80908 | Tickets: $15 general admission; $8 members and students with ID; free for ages 12 & younger | https://www.tbras.org
Fr, 28th – 8:30 p.m. – Mad Dog Blues String Band at Avogadro’s Number, Fort Collins, CO
Sa, 29th – 7:30 p.m. – Chris Daniels & The Kings with Freddi Gowdy, and the Disruptors, at the Roots Music Project, 4747 Pearl Street, Suite V3A, Boulder, CO 80301 | Tickets range in price from $24.02 to $265.49 | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chris-daniels-and-the-kings-with-the-disruptors-tickets-1129185737939?_eboga=undefined
Sa, 29th – 9:00 p.m. Until ? Brandy Wine; Tinnitus; Leaf, Please, and DJ Peskhado at the Lion’s Lair, 2022 East Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80206 | Dress up or dress down – like a bug! $10 | Let’s support the Lion’s Lair. They have street construction going on in front of the venue on Colfax so business has been way down. However, Walgreen’s has approved parking in the back of their lot to help Lion’s Lair out. Please don’t leave a mess and honor Walgreen’s support as well. | https://www.facebook.com/lionslairdenver
Su, 30th – Noon until 7:00 p.m. – Seminar on “Beats” with Free Beats being offered! Decibel Garden, 3435 Wynkoop Street, Denver, CO 80216 (RiNO Arts District) RSVP to
https:www.thedecibelgardenrocks.com
Su, 30th – 2:00 p.m. – Buffalo Rose presents Battle of the Bands
Mo, 31st – 6:00 p.m. – 6 Week Virtual Series! Learn about the law and business of music to secure your rights, collect your revenue, and enjoy a successful career. Join attorneys and music industry veterans Maxx Hall (Holon Law) and Dave Ratner (Creative Law Network) for this master class, covering everything you need to know to win in the music industry. Register today at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rt8yt42DSbqnTr61GJzb7w#/registration
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April 2025
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Black Rose sponsors an Open Mic on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month in CO Springs – check it out at https://www.blackroseacoustic.org/openmic!
The TBRAS offers twice-monthly shows on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month at the Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80908. Doors at 6:15; All ages. Tickets at https://www.tbras.org
If you have friends or relatives on the Western Slope who are songwriters, please let them know that there is a new Facebook Group to connect them: Western Colorado Songwriter Alliance Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/1122384432992979/?notif_id=1742835138495587¬if_t=group_r2j_approved&ref=notif
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We, 2nd – 7:00 p.m. – Front Range Songwriters at Covenant Church, 4965 Barnes Road, Colorado Springs (back of the building – Fireside Room), SW Corner of Barnes Road & Iron Horse Trail
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Fr, 4th – 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. – Rudy Grant & The Buffalo Riders at El Gran Jardin, 597 South Clinton Street, Aurora, CO 80247 (Windsor Gardens) | Tickets & reservations: 720-542-8498
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Fr, 4th – 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. – Laurie Dameron at Ironwood Bar & Grille, 5706 Arapahoe Avenue (Flatiron Golf Course), Boulder, CO | Featuring light jazz, blues, and requested music!
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Sa, 5th – 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. p.m. – Cass Clayton Band at The Lodge at Sunspot, Top of the Gondola, Winter Park CO | Tickets at https://www.cassclayton.com
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Su, 6th – 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. – Laurie D. at the Old Mine, Erie, CO
Mo, 7th – 6:00 p.m. – 6 Week Virtual Series! Learn about the law and business of music to secure your rights, collect your revenue, and enjoy a successful career. Join attorneys and music industry veterans Maxx Hall (Holon Law) and Dave Ratner (Creative Law Network) for this master class, covering everything you need to know to win in the music industry. Register today at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rt8yt42DSbqnTr61GJzb7w#/registration
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Fr, 11th – 11:30 a.m. Til 1:00 p.m. – Boulder Arts Week: Laurie D. at Canyon Theater (Boulder Public Library): Poetry and music to heal the earth and soul with Poet Val
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Fr, 11th – 6:30 doors / 7:30 Music – “Dark Side of the Movies!” at the fabulous Oriental Theater, 4335 W 44th Ave., Denver | See three bands playing with three films! Advance tickets (recommended): www.theorientaltheater.com/event/445718
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Sa, 12th – Mark It On Your Calendar Now! Record Store Day is Saturday, April 12th
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Su, 13th – 10:00 to 4:00 – Vintage Voltage Expo, Guitar & Luthier Show, Radio Collectors Club, and Toy & Doll Supershow at the National Western Complex, I-70 & Brighton Blvd. $10-15 entry, FREE parking! More details to come! Put it on your calendar NOW! Look for the COMBO info booth!
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Mo, 14th – 6:00 p.m. – 6 Week Virtual Series! Learn about the law and business of music to secure your rights, collect your revenue, and enjoy a successful career. Join attorneys and music industry veterans Max Hall (Holon Law) and Dave Ratner (Creative Law Network) for this master class, covering everything you need to know to win in the music industry. Register today at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rt8yt42DSbqnTr61GJzb7w#/registration
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Mo, 14th – 7:00 p.m. -Denver Chapter NSAI via Zoom | For details: LaurenBrombert@gmail.com
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Fr, 18th – 7:30 p.m. – Cass Clayton Band with Riley J opening at Roots Music Project (RMP), 4747 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO Suite VC3A | $18 | Tickets at https://www.cassclayton.com
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Su, 20th – 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Celebration of Life for Chris Engleman at the Boulder Public Library’s Canyon Theater.
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Sa, 26th – 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. – Rocky Mountain Brassworks’ “Lighten Up” concert at Wheat Ridge Center for Music & Arts, 7530 West 38th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, CO | https://www.rockymountainbrassworks.org
Su, 27th – 2:00 p.m. – Denver Concert Band with Special Guest at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree, CO 80124
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Mo, 28th – 7:00 p.m. – COMBO’s Town Hall via Zoom – More details TBA! Put the date on your calendar NOW!
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May 2025
If you have friends or relatives on the Western Slope who are songwriters, please let them know that there is a new Facebook Group to connect them: Western Colorado Songwriter Alliance Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/1122384432992979/?notif_id=1742835138495587¬if_t=group_r2j_approved&ref=notif
Black Rose sponsors an Open Mic on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month in CO Springs – check it out at https://www.blackroseacoustic.org/openmic!
The TBRAS offers twice-monthly shows on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month at the Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80908. Doors at 6:15; All ages. Tickets at https://www.tbras.org
Sa, 3rd – 10:30 a.m. Til noon – SEO Basics for Local Musicians at Performance High Denver, 3101 Walnut St, Denver CO 80205 | Discount tickets for COMBO members at:
https://performancehigh.opus1.io/w/class-and-inside-track?promoId=f183e2c2-e084-4df7-8496-ca66a96bcff3
We, 7th – 7:00 p.m. – Front Range Songwriters at Covenant Church, 4965 Barnes Road, Colorado Springs (back of the building – Fireside Room), SW Corner of Barnes Road & Iron Horse Trail
Mo, 12th – 7:00 p.m. -Denver Chapter NSAI via Zoom | For details: LaurenBrombert@gmail.com
Sa, 17th – 10:30 a.m. Until Noon – How to Tell If Your DIY Music Marketing Is Actually Working at Performance High Denver, 3101 Walnut St, Denver CO 80205 | Discount tickets for COMBO members at https://performancehigh.opus1.io/w/class-and-inside-track?promoId=f183e2c2-e084-4df7-8496-ca66a96bcff3
Sa, 17th – 8:00 p.m. – Cass Clayton Band with Lit Society at Two Moons, 2944 Larimer Street, Denver – $15 – Tickets at https://www.cassclayton.com | Lit Society features Eric Imbrosciano (drums), Tom Amend (keys), Caton Sollenberger (guitar), Nate Miller (trumpet & saxophone) Wyatt Walker Wear (bass). Get your dose of funk!
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Mo, 19th – 7:00 p.m. – COMBO’s Town Hall with Guest Speakers from Heights Global Marketing Dr. Margie Ierlan, Abigail Craig, Sawyer Nizar, and Michael Abbass (as their case study) on “Hiring Someone at an Affordable Cost to Promote YOU (and your music)!” Put this on your calendar now!
TALENT NEEDED:
COMBO’s Songwriting Contest Has Started! Go to https://www.coloradomusic.org to enter!
Vintage Voltage Expo, Guitar & Luthier Show, Radio Collectors Club and Toy & Doll Supershow at the National Western Complex Sunday, April 13th – Calendar it now!
Mondays – 6:00 p.m. – 6 Week Virtual Series! Learn about the law and business of music to secure your rights, collect your revenue, and enjoy a successful career. Join attorneys and music industry veterans Maxx Hall (Holon Law) and Dave Ratner (Creative Law Network) for this master class, covering everything you need to know to win in the music industry. Register today at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rt8yt42DSbqnTr61GJzb7w#/registration
Grammy-winner Keith Urban to Headline New CBS Singing Competition Series “The Road”
https://www.msn.com/en-us/video/peopleandplaces/grammy-winner-keith-urban-to-headline-new-cbs-singing-competition-series-the-road/
Photo: Landspeeder Guitar as 2024’s Vintage Voltage Expo and Guitar and Luthier Show