Open Mic
2023-05-20 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-06-03 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-06-17 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-07-01 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-07-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-08-05 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-08-19 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-09-02 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Denver)
Become part of the the La Dolce Vita performing community! Join us for an open mic. on the first and third Saturday of the month between 7:00 and 10:00 PM. Bring your instrument, voice, your poetry or comedy routine (keep it clean) and we’ll provide the PA, a very welcoming and supportive audience and of course, great coffee, teas, pastries and sandwiches. This is a also great way to audition for future bookings. Signup at 6:00 PM. If you have a mic please bring that.
Don’t play? Bring your friends and hang out. We can promise great music, great food and a great time

Soda Blue
2023-05-21 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-18 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-16 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-08-20 10:00 - 13:00
Soda Blue is a dynamic duet comprised of partners Alice Frish and David Fermanich. Friends for over 30 years, Alice and Dave share a chemistry that comes across well on stage. Technically a ‘cover’ musical act with a focus on high energy pop and smokey R&B, their joking and overall sense of fun turns their show into something more than just music.

Jive Bombers
2023-05-25 19:00 - 22:00
$10 at the door. Jive Bombers is Jump Blues with Kit Simon (guitar and vocals), Steve Kennedy (bass and harmony), Laura Green (vocals) and Paul Pearcy (drums).

Spirit Ridge
2023-05-27 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-07-29 07:00 - 22:00
SPIRIT RIDGE is: JJ, MIKEY and DAVID. Melodic songs. Strong vocal harmonies. Rhythmic interplay. Unique. Enjoyable. Memorable. And darn cute, too!

Cellist Monica Sales Council
2023-06-11 10:00 - 13:00
Come and listen to some great music

Harmonizing Indecision and Da Weirdos in Concert
2023-06-22 19:00 - 21:00
Harmonizing Indecision and Da Weirdos in Concert
Come ROCK OUT with these two student rock bands presented by Maestro Music Institute and La Dolce Vita Coffee Shop! This will be their debut performance and we will have special guests, teachers Joey Ennulat and Ben Glasscock! Come join us for this amazing event!

Patty Jackson
2023-06-24 19:00 - 22:00
Patty Jackson’s angelic voice, her stunning finger style guitar licks, the sweet sound of her ukulele, and the funked up chords of her minty green baritone guitar.Patty’s musical style is a unique fusion of folk, rock, and country with a touch of jazz.Born in central New York, Patty was given some Joan Baez tickets when she was 15 years old, and that changed the trajectory of her life. She was bitten by the music bug and over the years she formed several bands, cutting her teeth on bar gigs. She soon started playing the college circuit, folk clubs, and coffeehouses in New England and New York with her band, Wildfire. In addition to performing around town, the band also played for Hillary Clinton during her run for senator from New York.In 2004, Patty moved to Colorado and joined Resonance, The Women’s Chorus of Boulder. There she met bandmates who formed the group, Somethin’ About Lulu. That trio played up and down the Front Range for 10 years, before Patty launched her solo performances

BlueCana Roberta
2023-07-02 10:00 - 13:00
Roberta Holbrook followed her music dream early with a successful career on the road singing and playing in clubs. She is pleased once again to be focusing on playing music full-time. Together with sweet harmonies, guitars, and keyboards. Roberta keeps the audience engaged as she performs a variety of songs that include Americana, Blues, Folk, Classic Rock and more. Roberta agrees that the Denver area has a strong family of welcoming, generous, supportive and talented musicians and is grateful for the sense of community she has found here.

Robert Marcson
2023-07-08 19:00 - 22:00
Musician Robert Marcson has performed music his entire life. He plays multiple instruments including violin and piano,
but his stripped down shows feature only acoustic guitar and voice. His songwriting style is complex and subtle. He
especially likes the play of lyrics that draw the listener into a thoughtful world. He has released four albums under the
band name Mod Robert. Mod Robert was a semi-finalist in the 2020 International Song Competition for Geigezoid II
off of his album Trudge the Dream — chosen from 18,000 entries! Currently based in Denver, Colorado, Robert enjoys
collaborating with other musicians and has discovered many amazing songwriters in this area who inspire him to
continue writing. Find all of his material on Spotify and other platforms. Visit modrobert.com for more information

Cellist Monica Sales Council
2023-07-09 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-08-13 10:00 - 13:00
Come listen to some great music

Pennies on the Track
2023-07-20 19:00 - 21:00
$10 at the door
Pennies on the Track leans into harmonies and heartfelt songwriting, playing their unique mix of Americana, Folk, and Bluegrass. At home on Colorado’s Front Range, this acoustic band fits nicely around campfires and festival stages. Pennies brings lush vocals and a wide variety of acoustic instruments to their original music and covers of some Americana’s greatest; something for everybody.
The Pennies began as a trio of singer/songwriters – Brian Good, Jack Keith, and Neil Sperandeo – and became a quintet in 2021, joined by Morgan Carlson’s exquisite violin and songwriter Alex Harrison’s euphonic voice and cello. These 5 friends play for the love of making music together, and that enjoyment reaches out to anyone listening.

BlueCana
2023-07-22 19:00 - 22:00
Steve Gilbert and Roberta Holbrook are BlueCana. Our band name is a blending of just two of the music styles we love – Blues and Americana.
Steve Gilbert has played in several rock bands over the years, and his real passion for playing the guitar has always been rooted in acoustic music, primarily Blues, Folk and Americana. Roberta Holbrook followed her music dream early with a successful career on the road singing and playing in clubs. She is pleased once again to be focusing on playing music full-time. Together with sweet harmonies, guitars, and keyboards, Steve & Roberta (BlueCana) keep the audience engaged as they perform a variety of songs that include Americana, Blues, Folk, Classic Rock and more. Steve and Roberta agree that the Denver area has a strong family of welcoming, generous, supportive and talented musicians and they are grateful for the sense of community they have found here.

Doc and Kit
2023-07-30 10:00 - 13:00
Doc and Kit are a Folk Americana duo from the foothills of the Southern Colorado Rockies. Blending their original music with old and new favorites from some of the best singer/songwriters out there; they continue to engage and entertain audiences at music festivals and small venues throughout the region with their unique combination of vocal styles and subtle harmonies. From ballads to blues and beyond Doc and Kit have got you covered.

BlueCana (Roberta)
2023-08-06 10:00 - 13:00

Freddie Alexander
2023-08-12 19:00 - 22:00
Introducing “Freddie Alexander” self-taught guitarist, vocalist and harmonica player. At around age 17 taught himself to ply the guitar and in 2014 picked up the Harmonica. He spent the first 25 years of his life in Grenada soaking up all the Reggae, Calypso and what-ever little American music that reached the island. Surprises await you as Freddie plays a little of this and a little of that, from Harry Belafonte to Van Morrison.

Steve Glotzer and Friends
2023-08-17 19:00 - 21:00
Cover Charge $7 Steve Glotzer and Friends, featuring Steve Glotzer on guitar, Jeff Fournier on bass and Ed Contreras on percussion will be performing Latin and jazz tunes from Steve’s catalog, mixed with reimagined covers by artists comprising the best of the 60’s and 70’s: Joni Mitchell, Santana, Jimmy Webb, The Hollies, The Byrds, The Beatles, Curtis Mayfield and Traffic, along with live performances of original solo guitar scores to short clips from silent films The Invisible Man and Nosferatu, the first adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula.
http://steveglotzer.com
Steve Glotzer has been performing his unique blend of folk, latin, jazz, acoustic and blues around the country at clubs, festivals and concerts for over forty years. Described as “Wes Montgomery meets Bruce Cockburn”, Steve has opened shows for a wide range of artists such as Delbert McClinton, Blues Traveler, Dr. John, Larry Coryell, David Grisman, Son Seals, David Wilcox, Sonia Dada Roger McGuinn, John Cowen, Richard Elliott, and more. Steve has released nine CDs; Life Imitates Art, Lately, Acoustic Christmas I & II, A Softer Side and Memory of One, Acoustic Season, Acoustic Album, Acoustically Yours and his music has been featured in movies and TV.
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3080093/
https://soundcloud.com/stevieguitar
https://www.youtube.com/user/steveglotzer
https://youtu.be/gIB2oeij4H4 Beso Azul
https://youtu.be/i8KmCm4TXT8 Samba Says
https://youtu.be/FZXJkA0zoSM The Invisible Man
https://youtu.be/7N8cCmXA6ic Nosferatu

Around the Bend
2023-08-26 19:00 - 22:00
Ellen Davis and Bill Moore present their far-ranging duo “Around the Bend”. Ellen’s guitar and powerful voice are balanced with Bill’s vast array of instruments including mandolin, harmonica, African percussion, concert flute and penny whistle; and he’ll sing anything from an Irish tenor to a true bass. Ellen and Bill are married, but not to each other.

Hot Club of Olde Town
2023-08-31 19:00 - 21:00
$15 at the door
Celebrating the music and legacy of Django Reinhardt, Stephane Grappelli, and beyond. Hot Club of Olde Town is an acoustic ensemble performing classic Gypsy swing, Latin, waltz, and Eastern European folk. Based in historical Olde Town Arvada, you’ll hear a refreshing take on songs that are both nostalgic and new. You’ll tap your toes, even get up and dance to the rhythms and melodies that are exciting and accessable for all ages.
Featuring:
Michael Isabell – Guitar
Florin Alexandrescu – Accordion
James Nichols – Guitar
Scott Johnson – Upright Bass
