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.