| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Black Rose Open Stage with Honey Don’t Presented by Black Rose Acoustic Society at Black Forest Community Center March 26, 2010 This is a multi-layered, multi-textured band built on the rock solid foundation of two people’s love for each other and a specific style of music. Bill Powers and Shelley Gray are backed up by Caleb Roberts and Ryan Drickey producing old time string band music. It’s pure unadulterated fun that will make you want to get up and dance in our very small aisles. | Black Rose Acoustic Society | 03/26/10 | Black Forest |
Disney on Ice Celebrates 100 Years of MagicPresented by Colorado Springs World Arena at Colorado Springs World Arena March 25-March 28, 2010 Join the celebration as 65 of Disney's unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories come to life as Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic! You'll be captivated by the one and only Mickey Mouse, the irresistible Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Jiminy Cricket, Pinocchio and all the Disney Princesses. Be thrilled by exciting moments from The Lion King, Mulan, and Disney/Pixar's Finding Nemo, The Incredibles and Toy... | Colorado Springs World Arena | 03/25/10- 03/28/10 | Colorado Springs |
Gospel ExplosionsPresented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Colorado Springs City Auditorium March 28, 2010 This is a collaborative effort of our communities and churches for the purpose of raising monies to keep our neighborhood community centers from closing. The Gospel Explosion is for anyone who desires to take part. We are asking for those that would like to sing with the State Choir which was put together for this event please come to the rehearsals that are schedule on fliers. We also have a Youth Choir and for those person who would like to sing with the Youth please come out to the... | City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services | 03/28/10 | Colorado Springs |
April Blues Day at Thirsty Parrot April 1, 2010 Three acts, one night of great music featuring Emily Rose & That Band, West Side Rhythm Kings, Vic & Guitar.
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| The Bacchae Ensemble | University of Colorado at Colorado Springs | 04/02/10 | Colorado Springs |
Budget CutsPresented by Rubbish Gallery at Rubbish Gallery March 12-April 2, 2010 Rubbish Gallery & The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center present "Budget Cuts," a visual and interactive commentary on the financial crisis gripping the city of Colorado Springs.
Budget Cuts features the work of local artists, produced from reclaimed materials, each targeting one of the many dilemmas weakening our community. The state of affairs in Colorado Springs is a constant topic of discussion all over the city, and Rubbish hopes to present imagery that will stay in... | Rubbish Gallery | 03/12/10- 04/02/10 | Colorado Springs |
The Modbo CollectivePresented by The Modbo at The Modbo March 12-April 2, 2010 The Modbo is pleased to announce the creation of The Modbo Collective, a group of eight of the most talented, up-and-coming artists in Colorado Springs. Comprised of Phil Lear, Lindsay Hand, Brett Andrus, Douglas Rouse, Lorenzo White, Chris Weed, Troy Derose, and Shannon Dunn, the Collective will premier with a group show this Friday, March 12th, 2010 at 5:30 pm.
The function of The Modbo Collective is to produce a body of work that continuously challenges and raises the standard for... | The Modbo | 03/12/10- 04/02/10 | Colorado Springs |
Secrets of the Electric IlluminatiPresented by Smokemuse Media at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center April 3, 2010 A concert featuring the Electric Illuminati in conjunction with an art exhibition featuring the lyrics, toys and images of artist Ron English. Electric Illuminati is a collaborative musical project featuring Colorado Springs' own Jack Medicine (aka Don Goede) and musicians from the Velvet Rut. A curiously similar looking band by the moniker of the New Depressionists will open the show.
Other related "Secrets of the Electric Illuminati" events:
4:00pm - Abraham Obama... | Smokemuse Media | 04/03/10 | Colorado Springs |
| Cuong Vu in concert | University of Colorado at Colorado Springs | 04/07/10 | Colorado Springs |
Showcase at Studio Bee: Tango Red Tapestry and Palmer DividePresented by Pikes Peak Center at Studio Bee at Pikes Peak Center April 8, 2010 Thanks to a collaboration with KRCC, COPPeR, the Gazette, the Independent, Independent Records and the Pikes Peak Center , the Showcase at Studio Bee will feature some of the best in local musical talent performing original music. All artists included in the Showcase are homegrown talent from El Paso, Teller, Pueblo counties and have produced an album and write their own music.
All Showcase at Studio Bee performances start at 6:00 PM (doors open at 5:30 PM) and are free and open to... | Pikes Peak Center | 04/08/10 | Colorado Springs |
An Evening of Kirtan with ShantalaPresented by Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center April 8, 2010 Join us for an evening of live Kirtan with Shantala on their "Unity in the Community" tour. This sacred chant concert is part of the Fine Arts Center Conflict|Resolution Project and a benefit for The Club of Arts.
Kirtan has its roots in the sacred music of ancient India. It is growing rapidly in popularity in the West along with the rise of yoga in American culture. The music carries the audience through a journey of etheric beauty, ecstatic percussion, and singing... | Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center | 04/08/10 | Colorado Springs |
| UCCS Gamelan Ensemble in concert | University of Colorado at Colorado Springs | 04/09/10 | Colorado Springs |
Black Rose Open Stage with Small PotatoesPresented by Black Rose Acoustic Society at Black Forest Community Center April 9, 2010 Jaquie Manning and Rich Prezioso make up Small Potatoes, a self-described eclecto-maniac duo. They play everything-from Celtic to Cowboy –and even yodel. It’s a rare mix of vocal and instrumental abilities, and award winning song-writing and arranging talents. Add their warmth and humor and you have a must see event. | Black Rose Acoustic Society | 04/09/10 | Black Forest |
Dakota Blonde with the Haunted WindchimesPresented by Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center April 9, 2010 “Soulful, delicate, powerful, insightful… all that and more,” are the words Michael Johnson (International recording artist/song-writer) uses to describe Dakota Blonde. “Highly addictive & absolutely contagious” is how their loyal & captivated audiences describe them! Any way you put it, Dakota Blonde, made up of Mary Huckins, Don Pinnella & Tony Raddell have certainly played and sung their way into countless hearts & souls around the globe!... | Stargazers Theatre & Event Center | 04/09/10 | Colorado Springs |
| Jim Adam Blues Band | Stargazers Theatre & Event Center | 04/10/10 | Colorado Springs |
Drum and Dance Relief Day for HaitiPresented by Talking Trees & Springs Salsa at Springs Salsa & Fitness - East April 10, 2010 A fndraiser for Haiti relief. Learn Yanvalou, a Haitian drum rhythm taught by the Talking Tree Drummers and dance taught by Dorie Wexler of Springs Salsa to live music, in a spirited afternoon of drum and dance. Hand massage therapy by Veda Salon and Spas throughout the event. 100% of all proceeds go to the Red Cross. Reserve a drum, limited availability. | Talking Trees & Springs Salsa | 04/10/10 | Colorado Springs |
| Chopin in Love | Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orchestra | 04/10/10- 04/11/10 | Colorado Springs |
Nate the Great: Over the Moon Family TheaterPresented by Imagination Celebration at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts April 12, 2010 Looking to enhance your child's learning? You've found the ticket! Imagination Celebration presents the Over the Moon Family Theater Season's third literacy-based musical: Nate the Great!
This pint-size young detective has found lost balloons, books, slippers, and goldfish. When his neighbor needs help finding a lost painting, it takes all of Nate's derring-do to solve this tough case! Nate believes that great detectives work alone but he finds that unraveling mysteries is fun with... | Imagination Celebration | 04/12/10 | Colorado Springs |
City Dionysia ParadePresented by University of Colorado at Colorado Springs at UCCS - University Hall April 16, 2010 The closing event of City Dionysia, the parade will include five UCCS art classes coming together for a mad progression of revelry and and art. Participants include beginning acting students, creators of wearable art, professors, and more. Parade will begin outside THEATREWORKS/University Hall, proceed through campus, down the hill through the woods and end at the new University Village Shopping Center for the opening of HeDoGeist. | University of Colorado at Colorado Springs | 04/16/10 | Colorado Springs |
HeDoGeistPresented by University of Colorado at Colorado Springs April 16, 2010 A collaborative video installation by UCCS students Kevin Beechwood, Kim Ferderer, Daniela Ottinger-Furr, Kiersten Orr, Rob Painter, Thomas Swiech, and Ashley Thompson. This multifaceted work explores the themes of hedonism, propriety, and Zeitgeist, on exhibit at the University Village Colorado (North Nevada and Eagle Rock Road), opening at the conclusion of the City Dionysia Parade. | University of Colorado at Colorado Springs | 04/16/10 | |
Jake Loggins BandPresented by Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center April 16, 2010 We are honored to have Colorado Springs favorite blues guitarist Jake Loggins return to the Stargazers Staage. Jake is a true natural born blues guitarist and performer and puts on a terrific show every time he takes the stage at Stargazers. "When it comes to the music we just try and stay conscious of each other and pretty much just hold on for the ride". - Jake Loggins | Stargazers Theatre & Event Center | 04/16/10 | Colorado Springs |
Choral Gold IIPresented by Colorado Springs Chorale at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts April 17, 2010 The Colorado Springs Chorale proudly announces the performance of its very special and unique concert, Choral Gold II.
Choral Gold II includes the very best and most popular favorites from choral literature, the cathedral, opera and Broadway, and features a large orchestra. Chorale audiences have consistently asked for concerts that feature great choral and orchestral music. Choral Gold II is a worthy successor to the Chorale’s triumphant Choral Gold 50th Anniversary production... | Colorado Springs Chorale | 04/17/10 | Colorado Springs |
| Glenn Miller Orchestra | Pikes Peak Center | 04/18/10 | Colorado Springs |
Chamber Orchestra of the Springs Season FinalePresented by Chamber Orchestra of the Springs April 17-April 18, 2010 Susan Grace joins the Chamber Orchestra in Fauré's haunting Ballade and Gottschalk's incendiary Tarantelle for Piano and Orchestra. As if a Beethoven Symphony weren't enough fire to end the season, rising film and television composer Sean Hennessy, who grew up in Colorado Springs, returns with a new concert work reflecting on his days in the shadow of the Peak.
Sean Hennessy: Pikes Peak or Bust!
Gabriel Fauré: Ballade, op. 19 -... | Chamber Orchestra of the Springs | 04/17/10- 04/18/10 | |
Ani DiFrancoPresented by KRCC 91.5 FM at Colorado College - Armstrong Hall April 20, 2010 Ani DiFranco is a Grammy Award-winning singer, guitarist, and songwriter. She has released over 20 albums, and is widely celebrated as a feminist icon. Ani DiFranco will be performing in the intimate setting of Armstrong Hall. Opening for Ani DiFranco is Buddy Wakefield. Sponsored by KRCC and Maven Productions. | KRCC 91.5 FM | 04/20/10 | Colorado Springs |
Cowboy Music and PoetryPresented by Rampart Library District at Woodland Park Public Library April 21, 2010 Back for the 4th year, Duke Davis, award winning singer/songwriter/poet will be performing his unique blend of cowboy music and poetry. Duke performs around the U.S. and in Europe and is beloved for his sometimes funny and often poignant prose and song. | Rampart Library District | 04/21/10 | Woodland Park |
The Black Rose Open Stage with The CantrellsPresented by Black Rose Acoustic Society at Black Forest Community Center April 23, 2010 Emily and Al Cantrell have been touring and performing their original folk and bluegrass music since 1985. Their performances feature Emily’s songs, her strong rhythm guitar and Al’s contest winning fiddling in traditional, swing and Irish styles. Their harmonies and the wide variety of their cover tunes range from traditional bluegrass to Broadway musicals. Come on out and be impressed. | Black Rose Acoustic Society | 04/23/10 | Black Forest |
Ronnie Baker Brooks in concertPresented by A Music Company Inc. at Crystola Roadhouse April 24, 2010 Brooks is the son of legendary Chicago blues man Lonnie Brooks. "I grew up among the best of the best," Brooks says. "Every time I play, I feel like I've got to do it with the authenticity and passion that I saw in guys like Buddy Guy, Muddy Waters, B.B. King and my father. But I also have to put my twist on it. None of those guys repeated what came before them." Brooks' twist involves enlivening blues-rock with deep soul and funk rhythms. Working with Minneapolis... | A Music Company Inc. | 04/24/10 | Woodland Park |
A Final TreatPresented by Pikes Peak Philharmonic at Coronado High School Auditorium April 25, 2010 The final concert in Pikes Peak Philharmonic's 2009-2010 season, "A Musical Soiree," is entitled "A Final Treat" and features the winner of our youth concerto competition. The orchestra will be performing Liadov's Mazurka (Village Scene by the Inn), Holst's Somerset Rhapsody, Brahms' Symphony #2, and a selection from our concerto competition winner. | Pikes Peak Philharmonic | 04/25/10 | Colorado Springs |
| Lemony Snicket's The Composer is Dead | Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orchestra | 04/25/10 | Colorado Springs |
An Intimate Evening with Emerson & LakePresented by Pikes Peak Center at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts April 28, 2010 Forget the pianos floating in midair and don’t even think about bombastic presentations amidst dry-ice fog, laser-light shows and gargantuan stage props. Keith Emerson and Greg Lake are touring in April, but this isn’t your typical prog-rock outing. As two-thirds of the pioneer progressive rock trio Emerson, Lake and Palmer, keyboardist Emerson and guitarist/singer Lake have seen all the special effects the genre was known for. Instead, the musicians will present an intimate... | Pikes Peak Center | 04/28/10 | Colorado Springs |
| Black Rose Thursday Night Acoustic Jams | Black Rose Acoustic Society | 03/04/10- 04/29/10 | Colorado Springs |
Fahrenheit 2010: Established Regional CeramistsPresented by Fahrenheit 2010 at Warehouse Restaurant & Gallery April 7-April 29, 2010 Fifteen Colorado ceramic artists unite for the third time since 1994 to mount a group exhibition of their diverse earthen creations. The previous exhibitions, one in 1994 and the other in 2000, were both hosted by Gerry Riggs and the UCCS Gallery of Contemporary Art.
This momentous revival occurs April 8 – 29, 2010 in the Warehouse Gallery at 25 West Cimarron Street in Colorado Springs. An opening reception, hosted by the Warehouse Restaurant & Gallery, is scheduled for... | Fahrenheit 2010 | 04/07/10- 04/29/10 | Colorado Springs |
Soli Deo Gloria invites New Members to Sing Brahms Requiem with OrchestraPresented by Soli Deo Gloria Community Choir at First United Methodist Church January 11-May 1, 2010 Soli Deo Gloria is a 130-voice, adult, non-auditioned community choir, conducted by Brad Peterson.
Spring registration will be at 6:30 p.m., prior to the first rehearsal, Monday, January 11, at First United Methodist Church.
Regular rehearsals are from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. on Monday nights. The choir will sing Brahms' A German Requiem accompanied by orchestra on May 1.
Please contact info@SoliDeoGloriaCS.org for registration information or to reserve your music... | Soli Deo Gloria Community Choir | 01/11/10- 05/01/10 | Colorado Springs |
| Music of The Eagles | Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orchestra | 05/08/10 | Colorado Springs |
SugarlandPresented by Colorado Springs World Arena at Colorado Springs World Arena May 8, 2010 Get your tickets and enjoy an evening with the Grammy Award-winning country music duo Sugarland. The duo, composed of singer-songwriter Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush, has many #1 hits such as "Want To," "Settlin'," "Stay," "It Happens," and others. Don't miss this fantastic evening with this outstanding duo! | Colorado Springs World Arena | 05/08/10 | Colorado Springs |
| Eroica | Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orchestra | 05/15/10 | Colorado Springs |
Meet Author & Performer Mark GardnerPresented by Rampart Library District at Woodland Park Public Library May 20, 2010 Meet acclaimed author and performer Mark Gardner, author of To Hell on a Fast Horse about Billy the Kid, Pat Garrett, and the epic chase to justice in the Old West. Gardner will also perform the music of Billy the Kid! | Rampart Library District | 05/20/10 | Woodland Park |
Taylor Memorial Concert SeriesPresented by Taylor Memorial Concert Series at Grace and St. Stephen's Episcopal Church January 17-May 23, 2010 Sun. Jan. 17 organ recital by Deke Polifka, organist/choirmaster of Grace & St. Stephen's Episcopal Church.
Sun. March 7 concert by the choirs of Grace & St. Stephen's Episcopal Church with chamber orchestra, Deke Polifka, director.
Sun. May 23 concert by the Colorado Vocal Arts Ensemble, Deborah Teske, director. | Taylor Memorial Concert Series | 01/17/10- 05/23/10 | Colorado Springs |
| Scheherazade | Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orchestra | 05/22/10- 05/23/10 | Colorado Springs |
| Carrie Underwood in concert | Colorado Springs World Arena | 06/04/10 | Colorado Springs |
Showcase at Studio Bee: Polaradio and Chuck SnowPresented by Pikes Peak Center at Studio Bee at Pikes Peak Center June 17, 2010 Thanks to a collaboration with KRCC, COPPeR, the Gazette, the Independent, Independent Records and the Pikes Peak Center , the Showcase at Studio Bee will feature some of the best in local musical talent performing original music. All artists included in the Showcase are homegrown talent from El Paso, Teller, Pueblo counties and have produced an album and write their own music.
All Showcase at Studio Bee performances start at 6:00 PM (doors open at 5:30 PM) and are free and open to... | Pikes Peak Center | 06/17/10 | Colorado Springs |
6th Annual Pikes Peak Arts FestPresented by Pikes Peak Arts Council at America the Beautiful Park July 3-July 5, 2010 “One of the most gorgeous locations in the country” - A quote from a 2009 Participating Artist
Indeed, America The Beautiful Park is a perfect setting for high quality art and crafts. Its central location draws from far and wide. Parking is ample and easy, and the 4th of July weekend is made for taking in a bit of local culture comfortably! And it is FREE! Art, Food, Live Music and Fun for the Whole Family - as well as the only game in town for the 4th of July weekend! | Pikes Peak Arts Council | 07/03/10- 07/05/10 | Colorado Springs |
Showcase at Studio Bee: Mike Stephens & The Foxhole Prayers and The Changing ColorsPresented by Pikes Peak Center at Studio Bee at Pikes Peak Center July 15, 2010 Thanks to a collaboration with KRCC, COPPeR, the Gazette, the Independent, Independent Records and the Pikes Peak Center , the Showcase at Studio Bee will feature some of the best in local musical talent performing original music. All artists included in the Showcase are homegrown talent from El Paso, Teller, Pueblo counties and have produced an album and write their own music.
All Showcase at Studio Bee performances start at 6:00 PM (doors open at 5:30 PM) and are free and open to... | Pikes Peak Center | 07/15/10 | Colorado Springs |
| 3rd Annual Lost Dutchman Music Festival | | 07/24/10 | Divide |
Vino & Notes: Wine, Food & Jazz FestivalPresented by Charitable Treasures Workshop at Memorial Park, Woodland Park August 7, 2010 Join us at the base of beautiful Pikes Peak in Woodland Park for the Third Annual Vino & Notes: Wine, Food & Jazz Festival. 15 Colorado wineries, three different jazz bands, plus tons of food and shopping make this an awesome way to spend an afternoon in the mountains! | Charitable Treasures Workshop | 08/07/10 | Woodland Park |
Jonatha BrookePresented by Sqaure Peg Concerts at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts August 14, 2010 Jonatha Brooke's music is notable for merging elements of folk, rock and pop, often with poignant lyrics and complex harmonies. She has been a consistent performer, writer, and artist since the late 1980s, and her songs have been used in popular television shows and movies. Don't miss her only appearance in the Pikes Peak region. | Sqaure Peg Concerts | 08/14/10 | Colorado Springs |
What If - Innovation & Creativity FestivalPresented by Imagination Celebration at Downtown Colorado Springs September 10-September 12, 2010 This is a community festival for all ages celebrating innovation, creativity and all of the connections in-between! Imagination Celebration is the instigator, but as with any effective initiative, this will be a shared creation with the festival's name as the "identity." Its purpose is to promote creative collaborations that connect our community.
Objectives:
Shine the light on diverse forms of innovation and creativity in the Pikes Peak region.
Celebrate... | Imagination Celebration | 09/10/10- 09/12/10 | Colorado Springs |
African Music night at The Airplane Restaurant January 16-December 31, 2010 Come and enjoy a true African experience at the Airplane restaurant. We showcase some of Colorado's best African DJs playing music from the entire continent of Africa ranging from the old classics to the newest and latest hits. We also have delicious African food available for sale along with business vendors selling beautiful African cloths, jewelery and handicrafts. | | 01/16/10- 12/31/10 | Colorado Springs |