Starting on July 1, join us Fridays from noon to 1:15 pm at Skyline Park for amazing musical entertainment! These summer concerts are sponsored by Southwest Airlines in cooperation with the Downtown Denver Business Improvement District and Arts & Venues Denver. The Skyline Park FREE Summer Concerts feature some of Denver's finest musicians. So, bring a blanket and your lunch and take a seat to enjoy these FREE concerts - from July 1 to August 19. They are not to be missed!
7/1
Fara Tolno presents Kissidugu
Kissidugu has an amazing and infectious energy in its drums – from Dun Duns to Djembes to Bougarabou – and it’s dancers! The company is a magnificent example of inclusion...b-boy breaking with its African roots in the midst of traditional African dance was wonderful...the women hear the drums and every break therein, bring their own drums into their dance, making the performance totally integrated; the impact is amazing.
www.kissidugu.org
7/8
Mirai Daiko
Mirai Daiko is a professional Japanese Drum ensemble based out of Arvada. The all-women group consists of second, third, and fourth generation Japanese Americans and members of the group include: Keiko, Meg and Courtney Ozaki, Shannon Umetani and June Kurobane. Mirai Daiko combines powerful beats with exciting movements. As the name Mirai (which means "the future" in Japaneses) indicates, this young group strives to engage audiences with a new and unique taiko experience.
www.miraidaiko.com
7/15
Salsa Con Jazz
Salsa Con Jazz is a NEW 10-piece band named after Jimmy Trujillo’s popular KUVO radio show! Salsa Con Jazz plays Salsa and Latin Jazz combining the improvisation of Jazz with the incredible groove of the Mambo, Cha Cha, and much more! Jimmy Trujillo on bass, Justin Adams on piano, Gary Sosias on timbales and vocals, Jose Espino bongos, bata, and percussion, Mark Marquez on congas, Walter Barr on trumpet, Wade Sander on trombone, Jeremy Wendelin on saxes and flute, Bernard Alvarado on lead vocals, and Tomas Ornelas on vocals.
7/22
Tito Malaga Band
This unique hybrid of cultures and styles was originally founded by Samir El Yesfi (TITO), born in Tetouan, Morocco. From the very first time he played the Arabic lute at the age of 16, he's aspired to master the musical styles from Latin America that derive from Native American, Spanish, African, Islamic and Arabic cultures and hybridize them with traditional Moroccan folk music (G'nawa) that is often combined with tastes of the Andalusian region of Southern Spain. This succulent blend is reflected in the rich cultural and musical diversities of other band members who collectively, share more than half a century of experience.
www.titodelbarriomalaga.com
7/29
Haldon Wofford & Hi Beams
One of Colorado's most popular and enduring acts, the Hi-Beams celebrate ten years together in 2010. Rootsy but not revivalist, the Hi-Beams' rollicking stage act features rocked-up Texas honky tonk and western swing, equal parts original and classic. Whether appearing on A Prairie Home Companion, at regional festivals and concerts, or at funky clubs from New Mexico to Montana and all points in between, the Hi-Beams are always high-energy, danceable and entertaining.
www.hibeams.com
8/5
Jake Schepps & Expedition Quartet
Together since 2006, the members of the Expedition Quartet are ever-keen students of folk music (not to mention jazz and classical), having spent years jamming in festival campgrounds and old-time fiddle gatherings. The fluent musicianship and collaborative feel they have developed give their performances a distinctive spirit. Schepps and company have played in venues across the country from bluegrass festivals to jazz clubs to concert halls.
www.jakeschepps.com
8/12
Dave Tamkin & Friends
Originally hailing from Chicago, Singer/Songwriter Dave Tamkin currently resides in Boulder, CO. Dave Tamkin, has created his own unique style of rhythmic-acoustic rock that's based around a fresh musical vision. Tamkin's compositions are straight-ahead, and fans of Dave Matthews, or even John Mellencamp, should enjoy. These tunes are expertly arranged and Tamkin sings like the guy next door who led the campfire singalongs without realizing it.
www.davetamkin.com
8/19
The Congress
Hot on the heels of a very successful first year of touring, The Congress is showing no signs of slowing down in 2011. The Denver-based rock band will continue to tour from coast to coast, starting with three weeks in the southeast and a feature performance at this year’s Wakarusa Festival. Having successfully toured in over sixty markets in six months, it is clear that The Congress is turning heads and making an impact with their boundless energy and unique brand of original rock and roll.
www.thecongressmusic.com
