Eight Upcoming Live Music Events You Shouldn’t Miss

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As interesting as we find music, witnessing it live becomes ten times more exciting and thrilling, especially if you are attending with your gang. The way musicians engage an audience and play live shows their talent flowing from the mouthpiece and the emotions they exude from each song. 

You cannot miss the upcoming live music concerts and festivals. Gear up and get ready to spend fall among a mix of music, colors, food, light shows, and fun family activities, among many other things to do. 

You will come across themed shows, costumed parties, signature food, and drinks in the most amazing places. The events will cover entertainment for all ages. Therefore, feel free to bring your kids along to any music festival.

This blog will guide you through the most unique and anticipated events this year in Colorado, US, the soon-to-be center of all musical excitement. So, clear your schedule this fall for a chance to have the time of your life. 

1. Colorado Music Festival

Do not miss this year’s ongoing Colorado music festival, featuring Stretching the Saxophone, The Spirit of Now, an interview with composer Wang Jie, Pure Fantasy by Anthony McGill, Wang Ji, and Firebird, among many others. 

It will be an international annual classical music festival with recognized musical talent swarming the State with their charm and melodies. 

The annual music festival in Colorado is held every summer with professional musicians making their mark from 23 different States. They’re led by the music director Peter Oundijan in the historic Chautauqua Auditorium, located at the base of Flatirons in Boulder. 

Well-known stars like John Adams, Tessa Lark, and Jan Lisiecki will also be present at the venue to perform live for their fans.

2. Strings Music Festival

You can attend the Strings Music Festival in Steamboat Springs until 21st October 2022. It is a collection of 31 classical and contemporary music concerts with stargazing, yoga, and meditation combined with soundtrack experiences. 

Therefore, if you are looking for an enjoyable yet relaxing event, the Strings Music festival is the one for you. 

Find flutist Adam Sadberry team up with The Balourdet Quartet for a night of Villa Lobos and Haydn. It will also include live performances from 2022 gold medal winner Van Cliburn and a free concert entrance at Yampa River Botanic Park.

3. Crested Butte Music Festival

The Crested Butte Music Festival is unlike any other music festival you will find in Colorado, held from July till the 17th of September every year. What’s amazing about the Crested Butte Festival is that it does not just follow one musical theme but combines jazz, classical, and Americana into a mix of stargazing, soothing soundtracks, and outdoor events like boat concerts and riding a jeep into a stunning location.

It happens every year, with this year being its 26th season due to its popularity and demand across States from musical souls and aspiring artists. 

The best part about this event is listening to a piano recital, the Alexander String Quartet by Mozart and Dvorak under the stars, which takes you beyond the galaxies and turns it into a meditative experience. At the same time, you learn about music history from Sally Miner. 

4. Grandoozy Music Festival

Overland Park, Denver, Colorado, you will find the Grandoozy Music Festival an unforgettable event. It will be an excellent festival in September 2022, with shows ranging from multiple screenings to live shows where the audience can participate, eat, drink, and party with the musicians. 

It is in an ideal place with outdoor activities during the day and a unique nightlife with special private performances. You will also find street food and food trucks serving delicacies ranging from ice creams to spicy delis and various beverages. 

5. Jazz Night and Teacher Appreciation

Happening at The Garden on 15th September 2022 between 6 PM and 9 PM, watch Rob Landreth Trio mesmerize the audience with drumbeats, guitar, piano, and more to jazz it up and play a mixture of soothing instrumentals to rocky beats. 

You will also find the bartenders occasionally jump up to join the beat and dance to the rhythm. They may even join the players and sing with them.

It is a bonus for all teachers who can order BOGO beers on the house anytime on Thursdays. 

6. Powabunga Festival

Begin this year’s winter season at the Powabunga Festival, the ultimate snowy festival getaway. It is one of the newest on Colorado’s annual festivals list after an immensely successful inauguration in 2019, boosted by Justin Jay, Bob Moses, and ZHU. 

The Powabunga Festival will be held in Vail, Colorado, starting in December 2022. It is a promising new winter resort event with many winter activities to participate in, with stacked after parties, funky costume shows, and mountain adventures. Do not miss this festival in the mountains, which could be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for some.

7. Westword Music Showcase

Visit the Golden Triangle in Denver by September to witness contenders of the Westword Music Awards crank up the volume with their unique performances.

The show will feature Jai Wolf, The Knocks, Lovely the Band, Bishop Briggs, Chvrches, Crooked Colors, Shaed, The Wrecks, and many other local bands throughout the day and in several venues across the neighborhood. 

It will be the city’s largest and longest-running show from noon until 10 PM. You can get exclusive entry to the hotspots by booking in advance. 

8. Jas Labor Day Experience 2022

It is another brand new event on the list of Colorado’s festivals. Happening in Snowmass, a 3-day event of Jas Labor Day will include tons of fine eatery from different States and beautiful Colorado scenery all in one. Enjoy the winter sun, bonfires, barbecues, chairlifts, and a ski resort to satisfy your appetite for adventure. 

Conclusion

Visit Colorado for a vacation full of various shows, well-known artists, live musical performances, food, and drinks. At the same time, you take in the beauty of the Colorado Mountains as winter approaches.

Do not miss the Colorado Music Festival, Strings Music Festival, Crested Butte Music Festival, Grandoozy, Jazz Night, Powabunga, and Westword Music Showcase. You can also enjoy Jas Labor Day while you are there to experience the natural beauty of the State while you keep yourself warm with bonfires and barbecues.

If you want a fun-filled musical adventure, gear up and gather your gang for an unforgettable musical getaway to soothe your soul, relax and leave all your worries behind.