Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra Jazz Salon Series

Celebrates Music, Culture, and Community 

The Birth of Jazz: New Orleans in the late 19th & 20th Centuries

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.

Jazz Salon Series: 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. This Salon will be an informal discussion and live performance with vocalist Tatiana LadyMay Mayfield and CJRO Artistic Director Drew Zaremba.

New Orleans jazz is characterized by its captivating rhythms, collective improvisation, and a blend of African, Caribbean, and European musical traditions. Instruments commonly used in the New Orleans jazz genre include the trumpet, clarinet, trombone, piano, and drums, creating a rich and dynamic sound. The genre played a crucial role in the development of jazz in North America, with legendary musicians like Louis Armstrong, Al Hirt, and Jelly Roll Morton emerging from the scene. Enjoy experiencing and learning more about the beginnings of jazz.