| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Guitar LessonPresented by Rarefaction Music March 3, 2011-June 13, 2012 Let's rock --- come and learn to sing and play!! | Rarefaction Music | 03/03/11- 06/13/12 | Colorado Springs |
Pikes Peak Opry Country Music Dinner TheaterPresented by PIKES PEAK OPRY COUNTRY MUSIC DINNER THEATER March 3-May 26, 2012 The Pikes Peak Opry is a country and western music dinner theater setting complete with a supper and show. The owner(s) Ronnie Cook and his wife Elaine have been in the music business for many years and worked at dinner theater and chuckwagon type operations such as the Barleen Country Music Dinner Theater, Lazy B Chuckwagon, and thirteen years at the Flying W Ranch here in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The dinner is Texas BBQ catered by Choo-Choo Smoker, and to say "Best Texas BBQ In... | PIKES PEAK OPRY COUNTRY MUSIC DINNER THEATER | 03/03/12- 05/26/12 | Fountain |
Bob Tudor & FriendsPresented by The Margarita at PineCreek February 1-December 26, 2012 Join us every Wednesday night at The Margarita at PineCreek while Bob Tudor and Friends play an eclectic mix of world jazz.
| The Margarita at PineCreek | 02/01/12- 12/26/12 | Colorado Springs |
MeadowGrass Music FestivalPresented by MeadowGrass Music Festival May 25-May 27, 2012 A must-attend event for all families and music lovers! Come for one or all three days. Enjoy the luscious grounds of La Foret in Black Forest while listening to beautiful music from the Pikes Peak Region and beyond. Camping available. The MeadowGrass Music Festival is not only an important cultural event in the Pikes Peak Region, it is also a fundraiser for La Foret Conference and Retreat Center, originally the summer estate of Mrs. Alice Bemis Taylor, one of the three benefactresses of the... | MeadowGrass Music Festival | 05/25/12- 05/27/12 | Black Forest |
BAM Adult Rock BandPresented by Broadmoor Academy of Music February 22, 2012-February 20, 2013 BAM Adult Rock Band is open to adults ages 21 and over who would like to join a rock band that is coached by a professional musician. The group meets once a week and does a show about every 8 weeks in the community. We need lead guitar, rhythm guitar, lead vocals, backup vocals, electric bass, keyboards, drums, horns, cowbell players, etc. Amps, drums, keyboards, and PA are provided. If we have a lot of interest, we will start other bands as well. Participants should be fairly proficient... | Broadmoor Academy of Music | 02/22/12- 02/20/13 | Colorado Springs |
Wednesday Night Blues Jam Hosted by 99%Presented by Southside Johnny's February 22, 2012-February 6, 2013 Colorado Springs own 99% hosts this weekly blues jam at the infamous Southside Johnny's. You never know what's gonna happen or who's gonna rock the stage, but you can always bet on a good time and some exceptional music. Come support this local band. Come support this local bar/restaurant. And come support our local community!! | Southside Johnny's | 02/22/12- 02/06/13 | Colorado Springs |
BAM Summer Jazz, Rock and Funk/R&B Band ProgramPresented by Broadmoor Academy of Music June 1-August 5, 2012 Broadmoor Academy of Music will be offering various bands for youth, college, and adults for the summer. Please give BAM a call if you have questions.
Rock Bands - We need vocalists, lead guitar, rhythm guitar, keyboard, bass, drums. We have groups for ages 8-12, 13-14, and 15-18, college, and adults
Jazz Combos - We need sax, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, guitar, and drums. High School, Middle School, and Adult Bands
Funk/R&B/Motown/Jazz-Rock... | Broadmoor Academy of Music | 06/01/12- 08/05/12 | Colorado Springs |
Aspen Valley Ranch House Concert Series: Brendan HanniganPresented by Pikes Peak Community Foundation June 1, 2012 Celebrate incredible local music in a down-home venue with amazing acoustics at Aspen Valley Ranch's Raven Nest House Concert Series. We kick off the 2012 series with genre-defying solo artist Brendan Hannigan. The good times start at 6:00 P.M. with a potluck (complimentary Bristol beer and other beverages provided), and music starts at 7:00 P.M. Seating is limited; reservations requested. | Pikes Peak Community Foundation | 06/01/12 | Woodland Park |
Bob Tudor & FriendsPresented by The Margarita at PineCreek May 23, 2012 Join us at The Margarita at PineCreek in our lounge for an evening of eclectic music with Bob Tudor and Friends.
| The Margarita at PineCreek | 05/23/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Festival Student Concert | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/15/12 | Colorado Springs |
Steve Barta Trio Jazz Show & Dinner Presented by Colorado Coffee Merchants May 18-May 19, 2012 This night to remember is a creative culmination of chef inspired, artistically presented cuisine; innovative jazz; and audience engagement.
World famous jazz artist Steve Barta (http://stevebartamusic.com/wb/) brings his trio to the intimate space at Colorado Coffee Merchants for a five star night of live music and delectable food.
Friday night, May 18th, TV Chef Dan Bartlett (www.chefdanielbartlett.com) is creating a masterful five course tasting dinner. Saturday... | Colorado Coffee Merchants | 05/18/12- 05/19/12 | Colorado Springs |
Jazz DivasPresented by Pillar Institute for Lifelong Learning May 21, 2012 This one session class introduces the fabulous ladies of jazz and explores their history and songs using recorded audio and video plus live music performance. | Pillar Institute for Lifelong Learning | 05/21/12 | Colorado Springs |
Brule' In ConcertPresented by Palmer Lake Historical Society May 25, 2012 The award-winning Native American group, Brulé, will appear live in concert. Described as an experience in ‘sight, sound and soul’, this two-hour concert features a unique blend of contemporary Native American sounds and rhythms in a powerfully stunning performance. Native dancers in full, colorful regalia will provide a visual interpretation of the music as they accompany Brulé. The group has sold over a million CDs worldwide and was named Native American... | Palmer Lake Historical Society | 05/25/12 | Monument |
Summer Season PreviewPresented by Fountain Creek Brass Band June 7, 2012 The Fountain Creek Brass Band is a traditional British Style Brass Band. The group plays a wide range of musical styles and genres. Please join them as they kick off their summer season in a free concert at Nazarene Bible Collage | Fountain Creek Brass Band | 06/07/12 | Colorado Springs |
The Showcase at Studio Bee: We Are Not A Glum Lot, Hammerstadt, and Kopesetik SoulPresented by Pikes Peak Center at Studio Bee at Pikes Peak Center May 24, 2012 Local acts come together for one great show. They'll perform their original music and hang out with you before and after sets. Don't miss this chance to connect with local musicians.
Rockers, We Art Not a Glum Lot join Hammerstadt and Kopesetik Soul for this week's performance.
Thanks to a collaboration with KRCC, COPPeR, the Gazette, the Independent, Independent Records, Bristol Brewing Company and the Pikes Peak Center, the Showcase at Studio Bee will feature some of the best... | Pikes Peak Center | 05/24/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Music at Midday | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/11/12- 06/22/12 | Colorado Springs |
London and Stratford-upon-Avon Music, Theatre and Art tour Presented by Pikes Peak Opera League at Broadmoor Community Church September 26-October 9, 2012 A tour of London and Stratford-upon-Avon that includes seven concerts, theatre productions and two art museum visits. The tour is being led by Dr Dennis Jackson who has led tours to England for over 25 years. Visits to C.S. Lewis's home in Oxford as well as the Shakespeare properties are included. Critiques will be held after all the performances The trip includes all land arrangements and many meals. | Pikes Peak Opera League | 09/26/12- 10/09/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Bhagavan Kirtan! | Marmalade at Smokebrush | 11/19/11- Ongoing | Colorado Springs |
Starlight Spectacular 2012Presented by Trails and Open Space Coalition at Garden of the Gods Visitors Center June 9, 2012 Join the Trails and Open Space Coalition for the 18th Annual Starlight Spectacular! This fun night-time bicycle ride is suitable for all ages and abilities and traverses the City of Colorado Springs, the Garden of the Gods and Old Colorado City. The ride begins and ends at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center. Along the route, riders are re-energized and entertained by themed rest stops. Upon returning to the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, all participants receive... | Trails and Open Space Coalition | 06/09/12 | Colorado Springs |
2012 Spring Session for the Young Performing ArtistPresented by Colorado Springs Conservatory at Colorado Springs Conservatory January 30-June 1, 2012 Exploration of the performing arts for children and young adults ages 4 through 19 in a safe, after school environment that embraces individuality, creativity and respect for others. From performing in the spring production of Fiddler on the Roof and jamming with friends, to an in-depth look at Chamber Music. Experience instrumental and vocal music of all genres, theater, movement, theory, music composition, college prep and interview strategies and much, much more. | Colorado Springs Conservatory | 01/30/12- 06/01/12 | Colorado Springs |
Piano Classes for Adults and SeniorsPresented by Colorado Springs Conservatory at Colorado Springs Conservatory December 20, 2011-May 31, 2012 Ever wish you'd continued the piano classes you took as a child, or didn't get to take? This is your chance. Join instructor Charla McGaugh in the Yamaha Keyboard Lab at the
Conservatory’s beautiful new location is 415 South Sahwatch Street, 80903 (1 block east of I-25 at Sahwatch and Cimarron).
Classes are ongoing. Join in whenever you like.
| Colorado Springs Conservatory | 12/20/11- 05/31/12 | Colorado Springs |
Sundays with LarryPresented by Colorado Springs Conservatory at Colorado Springs Conservatory January 22-June 3, 2012 Conductor Emeritus of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic Lawrence Leighton Smith, presents a series of music appreciation programs including classical music insights, performances, conversations and shared thoughts in a relaxed setting.
Designed for adults and young adults.
A light afternoon snack will be served. Space is limited. We encourage you to make reservations now by calling as soon as possible.
| Colorado Springs Conservatory | 01/22/12- 06/03/12 | Colorado Springs |
African Dance Class with Dallo FallPresented by Jamoral- West African Arts and Culture at Casa Verde Commons House January 17, 2012-January 17, 2013 Feel the Rhythm and Move your Body!
Join us for African Dance Class with Dallo Fall from Senegal, West Africa.
Learn Traditional Dance and Songs with Live Drumming!
This is an ongoing class and open to the public. | Jamoral- West African Arts and Culture | 01/17/12- 01/17/13 | Colorado Springs |
Music of ABBA with Arrival from Sweden!Presented by Pikes Peak Center at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts July 26, 2012 Arrival from Sweden is the world’s greatest ABBA tribute show!
"THE MUSIC OF ABBA" tours the world together with ABBA original musicians.
Get your tickets today and enjoy this incredible evening at the Pikes Peak Center! | Pikes Peak Center | 07/26/12 | Colorado Springs |
Celebration Metaphysical Fair's 2012 Transcendence FairPresented by Celebration Productions at Colorado Springs City Auditorium October 5-October 8, 2012 We are the oldest metaphysical fair in the USA and perhaps the world. We host reputable Readers, Healers and Vendors offering a wide range of tools to help facilitate each person in their individual pursuit to attain the next level in their personal growth. We host four fairs a year; two in Denver & two in Colorado Springs. This is our 100th fair! We are adding a 4th day to this festive occasion. Come celebrate with us! Please visit our website for more information. | Celebration Productions | 10/05/12- 10/08/12 | Colorado Springs |
The Fresh Beat BandPresented by Pikes Peak Center at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts November 1, 2012 The Fresh Beat Band is a live-action preschool musical set to original pop songs with preschool-friendly lyrics. Marina, Kiki, Twist, and Shout are the Fresh Beats--four best friends in a band who go to music school together and love to sing and dance. For the Fresh Beats, just about any situation can lead to a full-blown song-and-dance performance. From the moment they wake up, everything that the Fresh Beats do is infused with musical fun. All songs embody an upbeat, contemporary format... | Pikes Peak Center | 11/01/12 | Colorado Springs |
Thin Air Jazz ConcertPresented by Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center May 20, 2012 Thin Air Jazz plays a mixture of original compositions and arrangements made popular by the great big bands that came before it. Audiences are treated to music from the Basie Band, Woody Herman's Band, Buddy Rich's Band and Maynard Ferguson's bebop band of the ‘50s and ‘60s.
Thin Air Jazz is a 12-piece big band led by composer/arranger/valve trombonist Phil Allen, who is joined by some of the finest musicians in southern Colorado. Butch Eversole, Brad Eastin, Dennis... | Stargazers Theatre & Event Center | 05/20/12 | Colorado Springs |
The BoDeansPresented by Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center May 31, 2012 In 1986, T-Bone Burnett produced the BoDeans’ debut album, 'Love & Hope & Sex & Dreams', which led them to win a Rolling Stone reader’s poll as “Best New American Band.” Twenty-five years later, the BoDeans are still rocking and harmonizing gracefully, touring the U.S. regularly and exposing the kids of their longtime steadfast fans to real, heartfelt, and trend-free music.
The band is best known for its mid-‘90s Billboard Top 20 hit anthem... | Stargazers Theatre & Event Center | 05/31/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Live Piano Music Nightly | Famous Steak House | 02/18/12- Ongoing | Colorado Springs |
| Musical Mondays in Monument Valley Park | Friends of Monument Valley Park | 07/09/12- 07/23/12 | Colorado Springs |
What If Festival of Innovation and Imagination Presented by Imagination Celebration at Downtown Colorado Springs September 15, 2012 The What IF! Festival of Innovation and Imagination invites inquisitive community members of all ages to join the day of interaction and creativity. The day-long Festival will feature tech-enthusiasts, art-makers, garage inventors, Do-It-Yourself-ers, scientists, culinary magicians, original musicians, robot builders, urban farmers, innovators, engineers and many other thinkers and tinkerers from the region. The Festival will include interactive booths, demonstrations, video presentations,... | Imagination Celebration | 09/15/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Festival Artists Concert | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/07/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Festival Artists Concert "Mostly Mozart" | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/10/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Festival Orchestra Concert | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/12/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Festival Artists Concert | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/23/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Festival Artists Concert "Classical meets Jazz" | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/19/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Festival Orchestra Concert | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/24/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Festival Artists Concert "Shades of an English Garden" | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/14/12 | Colorado Springs |
Ray Wylie HubbardPresented by Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center July 21, 2012 It wasn’t that long ago that Ray Wylie Hubbard related to an acquaintance that he wouldn’t mind being a hybrid of Guy Clark and John Lee Hooker. His recent album A. Enlightenment, B. Endarkenment (Hint: There is no C) confirms it.
Ray Wylie Hubbard writes the kind of songs that make you want to ride along no matter where he’s going, because you know it’s gonna get strange somewhere along the way. The references to Muddy Waters being as deep as William... | Stargazers Theatre & Event Center | 07/21/12 | Colorado Springs |
Jim Adam Americana ShowcasePresented by Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center May 24, 2012 If you’re a fan of the music inspired by the great traditions of America's roots and cultures, Stargazers’ monthly Acoustic/Americana Showcase will bring harmony to your heart.
The showcase is hosted by “Big” Jim Adam, who is joined by the best local talent. Big Jim's best instrument is his rich baritone voice, which lends him an attention-grabbing authority. His skill at storytelling, emotional singing, and the honest musicianship of his acoustic guitar never... | Stargazers Theatre & Event Center | 05/24/12 | Colorado Springs |
Red, White and Broadway-The EvolutionPresented by Colorado Springs Children's Chorale at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts June 3, 2012 America is a land of stories to tell, and great tale-tellers that have put those stories on Broadway! This concert will feature selections from many American stories that have found their way to the street of dreams, and have become beloved in the hearts of audiences around the world! Great music from every generation of Broadway, amazing voices, and engaging choreography and sets make this a concert not to be missed!
| Colorado Springs Children's Chorale | 06/03/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Student Concerto Readings | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 06/16/12- 06/23/12 | Colorado Springs |
Colorado Circus FestivalPresented by FamilyNation at Bancroft Park in Old Colorado City August 25-August 26, 2012 This family-friendly event will have something for everyone. From music, street entertainment, fun competitions and an arts & crafts festival all rolled into one. Come join us for the Annual Colorado Circus Festival in Old Colorado City, Colorado Springs, CO | FamilyNation | 08/25/12- 08/26/12 | Colorado Springs |
First Presbyterian Church Art ExhibitionPresented by First Presbyterian Church of Colorado Springs at First Presbyterian Church April 27-July 20, 2012 The Plaza Gallery of First Presbyterian Church announces an Art Exhibition featuring artists from the church and community beginning with an opening reception on Friday, April 27 from 5:30 - 8:00 P.M. Music will be provided by members of the Peakharmonic Youth Orchestra. The exhibit will be open until July 20. | First Presbyterian Church of Colorado Springs | 04/27/12- 07/20/12 | Colorado Springs |
Jamoral presents: West African Culture Through Rhythm and DancePresented by Jamoral at Marmalade at Smokebrush May 18, 2012 Jamoral bring the experience of traditional West African culture home to Colorado Springs. Music and rhythm are synonymous with life in West Africa. Dancing, singing, and drumming are daily activities in village life. We bring a taste of that culture with live drumming and traditional African dances and songs. We encourage everyone to dance and sing with us! Meet Dallo from Senegal West Africa, who will show you how to move in celebration. Feel the rhythm and move your body! | Jamoral | 05/18/12 | Colorado Springs |
Colorado Circus FestivalPresented by FamilyNation, Inc. at Bancroft Park in Old Colorado City August 25-August 26, 2012 Come one, come all to the annual Colorado Circus Festival. Jugglers, music, dancers, comedy and arts & crafts. It's a great event for kids and adults alike. Heck, we even have camels! Join us for this spectacular two day event! | FamilyNation, Inc. | 08/25/12- 08/26/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Monument Valley Park Music & Craft Festival | FamilyNation, Inc. | 06/16/12- 06/17/12 | Colorado Springs |
8th Annual First & Main Free Summer Concert SeriesPresented by First & Main Town Center at First & Main Town Center June 1-July 27, 2012 Join us at First & Main Town Center this summer for our 8th Annual First & Main Free Summer Concert Series. Every Friday, from June to July, we will feature local Colorado bands ranging from country, to blues, to rock n’ roll. These concerts are open to the public and will go from 5:00 - 7:00 P.M. Each concert will also feature an assortment of merchants from the First & Main Town Center who will be offering samples, coupons, giveaways, picnic dinners, etc.
Come kick... | First & Main Town Center | 06/01/12- 07/27/12 | Colorado Springs |
One Worship Community ConcertPresented by First Presbyterian Church of Colorado Springs at First Presbyterian Church May 18, 2012 Join the community for a free worship concert: The Body of Christ, lifting the Name of Jesus…together as one. This is a city-wide concert event that will be uniting churches from all over the Colorado Springs area in worship. Worship leaders from different congregations in the city will join to help facilitate. Child care will be provided, free of charge, for ages 0 to kindergarten. (Call 719-884-6129 to make childcare reservations) | First Presbyterian Church of Colorado Springs | 05/18/12 | Colorado Springs |
| PPAC Awards | Pikes Peak Arts Council | 09/21/12 | Colorado Springs |