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Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra New Jazz Salon Series

Celebrates Music, Culture, and Community

Immerse yourself in the world of jazz with our new weekday salon series in partnership with the Aurora Fox Arts Center. Curated by CJRO Artistic Director Drew Zaremba, these one-hour long salons will feature some of the best musical storytellers in Colorado. The salons are designed to be accessible to our diverse community, offering a unique opportunity for students and adults alike to experience the music and story of jazz.

Drew Zaremba’s leadership as Artistic Director of the Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra (CJRO) over the past four years has been pivotal in the orchestra’s growth and evolution. His extensive contributions to the jazz world—ranging from composing and performing with leading orchestras and big bands to his educational endeavors—have uniquely shaped the CJRO’s artistic direction. One of Zaremba’s key missions has been to broaden the CJRO’s programming, while actively collaborating with local Colorado composers to bring fresh, innovative works to the orchestra’s repertoire. This new jazz salon is a shining example of Drew’s vision for the orchestra through innovative programs.

Jazz Salon Series: The Music of Latin America

Join us as we explore the rich musical history of Central America with captivating stories of the mambo, samba, and Tejano movements. This session promises to be an enlightening and entertaining journey through the vibrant sounds and rhythms that have shaped Latin American music. Moderated by Drew Zaremba this salon features Venezuelan born keyboardist Victor Mestas.

Tuesday, October 15
11:00 AM

$20 Adult/$15 Senior 60 /$10 Student & Child (12 and under) Group rates available.

On the web at www.coloradojazz.org or call the Fox box office at 303-739-1970
Aurora Fox Studio Theatre, 9900 E. Colfax Ave, Aurora, CO 80010

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate music, culture, and community with us. Reserve your spot now and be part of this exciting new series! Student, group, and senior discounts are available by calling the Aurora Fox box office at 303-739-1970 or by email FoxBox@auroragov.org

Salon Series 2025 dates:

Tuesday, Feb 11, 11am – The Birth of Jazz: New Orleans in the late 19th & 20th Centuries Discover the origins of Southern jazz in the African American communities of New Orleans and how it shaped the future of American jazz.

Tuesday, Apr 8, 11am – Jazz from the 20th to 21st Centuries Journey through the history of American jazz from the 1920s to today’s music artists, offering a behind-the-scenes look at some of the greatest composers of the last hundred years.

About the CJRO

Since its inception in 2012 by founder and executive director Art Bouton, the Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra (CJRO) has been dedicated to performing outstanding concerts with the finest professional musicians in the region. This season, artistic director Drew Zaremba has curated a dynamic concert lineup that spans classic swing, Latin jazz, and soul. The CJRO consistently pushes the boundaries of big band orchestras and small ensembles, featuring exceptional artists from both within and outside the jazz genre. Don’t miss these captivating performances – secure your tickets now and experience live jazz! Coloradojazz.org