Katie Thiroux Trio
2024-06-22 20:00 (America/Denver) | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
With glowing endorsements from the likes of Quincy Jones, The New Yorker, and NPR, Los Angeles-based Katie Thiroux has clearly established herself as one of the most exciting and in-demand musicians today. Thiroux’s unique gift of simultaneously balancing sultry vocals and virtuosic bass playing leaves audiences worldwide in awe. Lending contemporary flair to mainstream stylings, Thiroux carries on the hard-swinging tradition of such bass masters as Ray Brown and John Clayton while channeling the buoyant vocal finesse of iconic singers, including Anita O’Day, Chet Baker, and Ella Fitzgerald. Thiroux offers in-the-moment jazz that draws upon the rich history of the music, from swing to bebop and beyond. In the words of music icon Quincy Jones, “This girl is IT!”

Aspen Music Festival and School | Opera Encounters
2024-06-29 10:00, 2024-07-06 10:00, 2024-07-13 10:00, 2024-07-20 10:00, 2024-07-27 10:00, 2024-08-03 10:00, 2024-08-10 10:00, 2024-08-17 10:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Aspen Opera Theater and VocalARTS faculty coach the program’s major emerging talents in arias and scenes. Enjoy excerpts from the repertoire, ravishing voices, and insightful coaching.

Aspen Music Festival and School | Matthew Aucoin: Music for New Bodies
2024-07-01 19:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Premiered in April 2024, this major new work is from the creative team of MacArthur award-winning composer Matthew Aucoin, whose commissioning credits include the Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall, and Lyric Opera of Chicago, and director Peter Sellars, celebrated for his operatic collaborations with John Adams, Tyshawn Sorey, and the late Kaija Saariaho. Inspired by the writings of visionary poet Jorie Graham and pioneering environmentalist Rachel Carson, Aucoin and Sellars’s new work offers an immersion in vast planetary processes.
They explain: “We follow the migration of eels to the depths of the Atlantic Basin; we hear the voice of the ocean floor itself, speaking with superhuman pressure and force; we experience humankind’s impact on our planet, and we also sense the presence of cycles so immense that they are beyond human influence.”
A co-commission of the DaCamera ensemble, Shepherd School of Music, LA Opera, American Modern Opera Company (AMOC), and Aspen Music Festival & School, Music for New Bodies is scored for five vocal soloists and an 18-piece instrumental ensemble.

Aspen Music Festival and School | Leonard Bernstein’s Young People’s Concerts Presented by Carnegie Hall: The Anatomy of a Symphony Orchestra
2024-07-02 16:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
New! In a special partnership between Carnegie Hall+ and the Aspen Music Festival and School, Aspen viewers of all ages can screen two of Leonard Bernstein’s legendary Young People’s Concerts with the New York Philharmonic. In his most important role as music educator, Bernstein’s pioneering series of nationally televised broadcasts began in 1958 live from Carnegie Hall, making the concert hall an accessible classroom that introduced a new generation to classical music.
Today’s program analyzes the components of the modern symphony orchestra.

Aspen Music Festival and School | The National Piping Centre Class
2024-07-05 13:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Finlay MacDonald, Director of Piping at The National Piping Centre, demonstrates and teaches basic elements of bagpiping.
The National Piping Centre’s Aspen residency is generously underwritten by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas D. Rutherfoord, Jr.

Aspen Music Festival and School | Leonard Bernstein’s Young People’s Concerts Presented by Carnegie Hall+: Who is Gustav Mahler?
2024-07-09 16:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
New! In a special partnership between Carnegie Hall+ and the Aspen Music Festival and School, Aspen viewers of all ages can screen two of Leonard Bernstein’s legendary Young People’s Concerts with the New York Philharmonic. In his most important role as music educator, Bernstein’s pioneering series of nationally televised broadcasts began in 1958 live from Carnegie Hall, making the concert hall an accessible classroom that introduced a new generation to classical music.
Today’s program explores the complicated personality of Gustav Mahler and how it was expressed in his music.

Aspen Music Festival and School | Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro
2024-08-12 19:00, 2024-08-15 19:00, 2024-08-17 19:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
The Aspen Opera Theatre and VocalARTS program presents a fully-staged performance of Mozart’s comic masterpiece in the charming and intimate Wheeler Opera House, directed by Sara Erde and conducted by Matthew Aucoin.
With a plot as relevant today as it was in the 18th century, the lascivious Count uses his status to take advantage of people, especially women. In the runup to the wedding between his servants Figaro and Susanna, the Count hopes to revive the custom of the “right of the lord” to have his way with Susanna. The crafty Figaro, with help from Susanna and the Countess, foils his plans. Chaos and subplots ensue, leading to a touching conclusion and joy all around.
See tomorrow’s vocal stars in one of the most delightful operas of all time!
*The Monday, August 12 performance includes all the Act 4 arias commonly cut from the score.
With special thanks to Maja and Nicholas Paepcke DuBrul

Gabriel Santiago & Peter Stoltzman | Joy in Friends
2024-11-22 18:00 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Join us for a special evening of music as Brazilian guitarist Gabriel Santiago and jazz pianist Peter John Stoltzman bring their decade-long collaboration to the stage in an intimate duo performance. Over the years, Santiago and Stoltzman have performed in various ensembles across the U.S. and Brazil, and now, for the first time, they’re touring as a duo to celebrate the release of their new CD, Joy in Friends.
Their musical journey began in Austin, where both were completing advanced degrees—Santiago in composition and Stoltzman in music education. Stoltzman recalls being instantly captivated by Santiago’s “gorgeous harmonies and heartfelt melodies,” and their shared passion for pushing improvisation to new heights forged a deep connection.
Recorded at Colorado Sound Studio, their latest album blends the rich sounds of Brazilian music with jazz, weaving acoustic guitar and piano into a moving and joyful expression of their friendship. As Santiago describes it, “Peter is such a unique musician, and performing with him has been one of the most precious moments of my life. I can’t wait to share this music with audiences here in Colorado and beyond.”

Steep Canyon Rangers
2025-02-03 18:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Steep Canyon Rangers
Hailing from the heart of North Carolina’s Appalachian and Piedmont regions, Steep Canyon Rangers have set a gold standard in traditional bluegrass, all while evolving the genre with modern, accessible influences. Over their esteemed career, the band has earned a reputation as trailblazers in Americana music, with 14 studio albums and three Grammy nominations, including a win in 2013 for “Nobody Knows You”. Collaborating with iconic actor and banjoist Steve Martin, the Rangers have graced the world’s biggest stages and are celebrated for their masterful songwriting.
New to the lineup, award-winning singer-songwriter Aaron Burdett brings a fresh and soul-stirring presence. A dedicated student of folk traditions, Burdett infuses heartfelt emotion into the Rangers’ mountain sound, described by drummer and multi-instrumentalist Mike Ashworth as having the power to “reach out and touch your heart or slap you in the face.” The band features Graham Sharp (banjo, vocals), Mike Guggino (mandolin/mandola, vocals), Nicky Sanders (fiddle, vocals), Mike Ashworth (drums, vocals), and Barrett Smith (bass, guitar, vocals), alongside Burdett on guitar and vocals. Experience a night where bluegrass tradition meets new horizons, brought to life by one of the most influential acts in Americana today.

Counterpoint: Conrad Tao & Caleb Teicher
2025-02-18 19:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Counterpoint: Conrad Tao & Caleb Teicher
Counterpoint is a groundbreaking collaboration between pianist and composer Conrad Tao and dancer-choreographer Caleb Teicher. Together, they explore the intersections of music and dance, seamlessly blending tradition with innovation. Their performances feature a thrilling mix of Bach’s Goldberg Variations, Art Tatum’s exuberant jazz, and Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, weaving improvisation with classical and contemporary dance in a shared, spontaneous experience. Their previous work, More Forever, received the prestigious Bessie Award and was praised by The New York Times for “constantly extending the sonic aspects of dance.”
Presented in association with Aspen Music Festival & School

About the Artists
Caleb Teicher is a celebrated NYC-based dancer and choreographer known for their musically driven tap and swing dance. A founding member of Michelle Dorrance’s Dorrance Dance, Caleb has performed and choreographed for venues such as Lincoln Center and the Guggenheim Museum. Teicher’s interdisciplinary projects span collaborations with the National Symphony Orchestra, Regina Spektor, and beatboxer Chris Celiz. Recognized with multiple Bessie Awards and featured in The New York Times, NPR, and Dance Magazine, Caleb is a transformative force in modern dance.
Conrad Tao is an internationally acclaimed pianist and composer, hailed by The New York Times for his “open-hearted vision.” A recipient of the Avery Fisher Career Grant and Gilmore Young Artist Award, Conrad has performed with major orchestras worldwide, including the New York and Los Angeles Philharmonics. His original works, such as Everything Must Go, have been celebrated globally, and his collaboration with Teicher, More Forever, earned a Bessie Award for Outstanding Sound Design and Music Composition.

Adonis Puentes & the Voice of Cuba
2025-02-23 19:30 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Adonis Puentes opens up the marvelous world of Cuban music to his audience the second they hear his rich voice. When the other players kick in with their tight, multi-layered arrangements, it becomes clear that Adonis is a powerful bandleader. Fronting an acoustic orchestra, Adonis’ vocals are surrounded by piano, bass, horns, and percussion.
Music reflects the present and Adonis Puentes is a Cuban Sonero for our times. Adonis thrives on the growth and acclaim for his original sonero sound. As he puts it, “I feel like a messenger of my roots and tradition, blessed that with me I have taken my music and heritage to many different places in the world; from Cuba, to Canada, USA, Mexico, Europe and Asia. My mission is to make you dance and enjoy my melodies and rhythms.”
Get ready to dance! For this event, we’ve created a dance floor in the front orchestra, open to all attendees. Please note that the energy on the dance floor may impact sightlines for the first few rows of orchestra seating. With general admission seating, you’re welcome to move to any available seat to find the best view and enjoy the show your way!

John Oates: An Evening of Songs & Stories
2025-02-28 19:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
John Oates – 2 Nights in Aspen
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Join the legendary John Oates at the Wheeler Opera House for An Evening of Songs & Stories, a heartfelt and intimate performance that explores the incredible journey of his career. As the co-creator of Hall & Oates, the best-selling duo of all time, and a celebrated solo artist, John brings an evening filled with personal stories, classic hits, and songs from his solo albums, including his latest, “Reunion.” Discover the memories and moments that have shaped his life and music, as Oates shares anecdotes from his memoir Change of Seasons and highlights from his career spanning over five decades.
Oates will be joined by his talented acoustic trio: local music legend John Michel and Nashville session stars Nathaniel Smith and Sam Wilson. The Wheeler Opera House holds a special place in John’s heart, and this unique performance promises an evening.
Opening Act Aspen Rocks Alumni, Tristan Trincado is quickly getting recognized for his old soul expressive vocals that sing straight to the heart. A senior at Basalt High School, he captured the attention of the Inspire Aspen Foundation and emerged victorious in their prestigious program, Aspen Rocks, in 2024. His debut original song, “Sinner,”is now available on all music platforms and is featured on the @gibsonguitar playlist, where he has been proudly named the CEO’s favorite new artist.

John Oates: Folk, Blues, R&B and the Songs that Made Me
2025-03-01 19:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
John Oates – 2 Nights in Aspen
Click here for more about the performance on February 28
Experience a journey through the rich tapestry of American music with John Oates: Folk Blues, R&B and the Songs that Made Me. In this special performance at the Wheeler Opera House, John Oates reflects on the musical influences that shaped his legendary 50-year career. From the soulful rhythms of R&B to the heartfelt sounds of folk and blues, John pays tribute to the artists and songs that inspired his distinctive style. Expect timeless hits, deep cuts, and heartfelt covers that honor the rich cultural heritage of American music.
Performing with his renowned acoustic trio—featuring local talent John Michel and Nashville greats Nathaniel Smith and Sam Wilson—John brings his passion for music to life. This show is a love letter to the artists who made him who he is today, in the intimate and historic setting of the Wheeler Opera House.
Open Acts Aspen Rocks Alumni, Gracie Feinberg has a unique singer/songwriter style and her catchy lyrics will make you forget she’s a senior at Aspen High School. Since the age of 9, She has been writing her own music and performing on the streets of Aspen. Currently, she is in the process of creating her debut album at Mad Dog Ranch+Studios, working alongside the Inspire Aspen Foundation. Notably, Gracie was a winner in their esteemed program, Aspen Rocks, in 2022.

Michael Feinstein: My Tribute to Tony Bennett
2025-03-05 19:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Michael Feinstein brings to life Big Band Celebrations and the Tony Bennett legacy. Supported by the Carnegie Hall Ensemble, Feinstein pays a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Tony Bennett, bringing his iconic songs to life in a symphony of sound.
This performance will feature hits such as “Because of You”, “Rags to Riches”, “I Left My Heart in San Francisco”, “The Best is Yet To Come”, “I Get a Kick Out of You”, “Stranger in Paradise” and many more. Feinstein’s dynamic interpretations, coupled with the grandeur of the big band, will create an unforgettable night that honors the legacy of Tony Bennett in all its glory.
“Tony Bennett is one of the most enduring icons of the 20th century. He has created a body of work surpassed by none.” – Michael Feinstein
Michael Feinstein’s close friendship with Tony Bennett adds a profound layer to this tribute, as their camaraderie brings authenticity and depth to each note performed. Not only does Feinstein’s masterful interpretation of Bennett’s timeless repertoire pay homage to an era of classic songwriting, but it also preserves the rich cultural heritage that these songs represent.
The show also brings to bear the history of Carnegie Hall, which has been connected to the big band for decades. Icons from across the 20th and 21st Century have graced the stage of Carnegie Hall, from Benny Goodman to Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong to Ella Fitzgerald and from Frank Sinatra to, of course, Tony Bennett. The music-making of Feinstein and the Carnegie Hall Big Band continue this tradition, as this program brings the Hall’s history to life onstage.
Presented in association with Jazz Aspen Snowmass

International Guitar Night XXV
2025-03-07 19:30 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
The 25th Anniversary North American Tour of International Guitar Night features Lulo Reinhardt, Alexandra Whittingham, Niwel Tsumbu and Sönke Meinen.
Join us for the 25th Annual North American Tour of International Guitar Night, a celebration of the world’s most innovative and diverse guitar talents. Brian Gore has curated a stellar lineup featuring Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), Alexandra Whittingham (Britain), Niwel Tsumbu (Democratic Republic of The Congo) and Sönke Meinen (Germany), promising a night of breathtaking performances that span the global spectrum of guitar artistry.
The grand-nephew of legendary Django Reinhardt, Lulo Reinhardt plays Latin Swing music, a combination of Gypsy Swing with Latin rhythms. Lulo, a name associated with World Music and his patented Latin Swing, is a guitar virtuoso with unmistakable roots. He was born in Koblenz, Germany on December 10, 1961 and comes from the famous Reinhardt family. Lulo was raised in the Sinti tradition where Django Reinhardt’s music played a massive part.
A Sinto and a cosmopolitan, Lulo Reinhardt continuously embraces the new and the unknown in his dreams, ideas and plans, so we can expect many exciting projects in the future.

Young British guitarist Alexandra Whittingham trained classically for twelve years before releasing her debut album My European Journey in 2021. The album focuses on 19th-century European repertoire. Her passion for 19th-century music combined with a love of discovering lesser-known composers and bringing them into the spotlight. Staple works by Napoléon Coste, Giulio Regondi, and Luigi Legnani give a warm Romantic embrace to a clutch of unheard miniatures – brimming with character and local color from Vienna, London, Copenhagen, and beyond.
Closer to home Alexandra has performed at London’s Abbey Road Studios, County Hall, Milton Court Concert Hall, the Bridgewater Hall in Manchester and Wells Cathedral. She has also appeared as a concerto soloist with Gorton Philharmonic Orchestra, Dorset Chamber Orchestra and Orquestra Vigo 430 with whom she performed three concerts in Spain in 2021. She is delighted to be an Augustine Strings artist, using their Regal Blue range, and plays a 2011 Christopher Dean guitar.

Niwel Tsumbu​ is a guitarist and singer who grew up with the hip-swinging Soukous music from the Democratic Republic Of The Congo. Strongly influenced by guitarists such as Paco de Lucia, Luambo Makiadi, Baden Powell and Joe Pass, Niwel Tsumbu has amalgamated these different styles and blurred the boundaries of African, Classical and Jazz music with his amazing virtuosity, passion and graceful guitar playing.
Niwel Tsumbu is a virtuosic Congolese-born, Ireland-based guitarist. He has created a unique and exhilarating style drawing on influences as diverse as jazz, classical, rock, folk and rhumba. At times Tsumbu’s music is a deep emotional well, drawing joy and sadness from universal human waters. At other times it’s a high-tech vehicle flashing with excitement across nations, continents, and the cosmos.

A single guitar and a bar stool, Sönke Meinen doesn’t need much more to break with the expectations of a conventional guitar concert and to enthuse his audiences all over the world. With his captivating performances, the charismatic musician makes acoustic guitar music accessible to everyone who is looking for something original, handmade and extraordinary or simply for finest musical entertainment.
​The concerts of the award-winning musician are by no means for guitar connoisseurs only. He shares unbelievable and hilarious stories about his compositions and leads through a top-class concert evening in a pleasantly empathetic and relaxed manner.

MANIA: The ABBA Tribute
2025-03-29 19:30 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
MANIA: The ABBA Tribute
Experience the unforgettable magic of ABBA as MANIA: The ABBA Tribute lights up the stage on their much-anticipated 2025 National USA Tour. Since its debut in 1999, MANIA has captivated global audiences, packing theaters and concert halls with a breathtaking tribute to the legendary Swedish pop group ABBA.
Celebrating the legacy of ABBA’s 50th anniversary, MANIA continues to delight fans worldwide, bringing iconic hits like “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “Waterloo,” and “Take a Chance on Me” to life. With over 3,000 performances across 35+ countries, including a standout run in London’s West End and a sold-out 100-date USA tour, this electrifying tribute is a must-see sensation.
Get ready to be transported to the disco era! MANIA’s incredible musicians, dazzling costumes, and high-energy choreography capture the essence of ABBA’s timeless music. Feel the beat, sing along, and dance the night away in celebration of the songs that defined a generation.
Secure your tickets now for an extraordinary evening of music, fun, and ABBA magic at the Wheeler Opera House! Join fellow ABBA fans for a night you won’t forget!
“Beware of imitations…this is the real musical tribute!” – Polly Graham, Sunday Mirror.

Judy Collins
2025-04-08 19:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
For more than five decades, Judy Collins has captivated audiences with her breathtaking vocals, evocative songwriting, and deep commitment to social causes. From the 1960s, she has been a powerful voice for justice, using her music to champion the ideals of a generation. Today, her music continues to inspire, with new generations discovering her 55-album legacy and finding solace in her artistic resilience.
An award-winning singer-songwriter, Collins is celebrated for her evocative interpretations of both traditional and contemporary folk songs, as well as her deeply personal and poetic original compositions. Her iconic rendition of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now” from her 1967 album Wildflowers earned a spot in the Grammy Hall of Fame, while her hauntingly intimate version of Stephen Sondheim’s “Send in the Clowns” won “Song of the Year” at the 1975 Grammy Awards. Over the years, she has garnered gold and platinum albums and top-ten hits, and contemporary artists like Rufus Wainwright, Dolly Parton, and Joan Baez have paid tribute to her with the album Born to the Breed: A Tribute to Judy Collins.
Her latest album, Spellbound (2022), marks a special milestone, as it features all original material written by Collins herself. The introspective album, which includes 12 new songs and a bonus track of her timeless “The Blizzard,” was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Folk Album in 2023.
With a schedule that continues to include sold-out shows across the country, Collins is preparing to release her first book of poetry, Sometimes It’s Heaven, in March 2025. The collection offers an intimate, biographical look at her life, capturing the ethereal nature of her artistry in a new and deeply personal form.
“You could argue Collins has earned that ‘legend’ distinction as much by interpreting and inspiring songs as she has by writing or singing them…” – Edmonton Journal

AJ Lee & Blue Summit and The Fretliners
2025-04-09 19:00 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
AJ Lee & Blue Summit and The Fretliners
Prepare for an unforgettable night of bluegrass brilliance as AJ Lee & Blue Summit and The Fretliners and take the Wheeler stage for a special double bill. This evening promises a thrilling fusion of tradition and innovation, followed by a shared encore that will leave you inspired.
AJ Lee & Blue Summit, an award-winning band celebrated for their magnetic stage presence and genre-defying artistry, will headline. Led by the remarkable AJ Lee on mandolin, with Jan Purat on fiddle and Scott Gates and Sullivan Tuttle on guitar, they’ll bring their unique mix of bluegrass, country soul, and Americana to life, performing songs from their latest album, City of Glass.
The Fretliners, winners of the Telluride Bluegrass and Rockygrass band competitions in 2023, will open the night with their electrifying sound and exceptional songwriting. Their seamless blend of traditional bluegrass with a Rocky Mountain twist is sure to captivate.
Don’t miss this extraordinary evening where two of the finest contemporary bluegrass acts come together, creating a musical experience that’s as heartfelt as it is exhilarating.
Presented in association with Wheeler Associates

Aspen Rocks Music Competition
2025-04-12 18:30 | Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Aspen Rocks is our local ‘American Idol’ style music competition.
In loving memory of our co-founder Tami Frances Word, whose vision and passion continue to inspire us.
The competition will feature six student musician finalists who will compete live at the Wheeler Opera House for a chance to win recording time with a professional engineer at the legendary Mad Dog Ranch+Studios. The performances will be judged by local musicians Josefina Mendez, Peach Street Revival Jordan Will, and surprise guest judge. The evening will include performances by Aspen Rocks 2024 winners Lana Bella and Tristan Trincado.
Prizes:

1st Place…Complete, two-day recording and production session. Record your song and have it mixed in a world-class recording studio with guidance from experienced engineers and producers. (Value $3,500+).
2nd Place…One-day recording session in a studio, complete with mentoring and production assistance (Value $1,750+).
3rd Place…Perform live in a recording studio, with video of the performance. (Value $1,200+).

Our three judges: Josefina Mendez started studying music and training her voice at an early age in her home town of Buenos Aires Argentina. Even though her voice lessons were Italian Opera, her passion and practice was jazz. At the age of 18 she was the youngest person to perform with the Argentine National Jazz Orchestra. She moved to the U.S. 21 years ago and has been performing in the Roaring Fork Valley. The music performed by Josefina combines rhythms, melodies, and different performance traditions that surpass the boundaries between language and culture. Jordan Will is a classically trained multi-instrumentalist turned rock-and-roller. She is known for her dynamic live performances across genres from jazz to punk. A passionate performer from a young age, she mastered multiple instruments, often challenging traditional gender norms in music. She studied music business at Colorado Mesa University as a percussion major. Jordan now plays bass and keys in Grand Junction-based band Peach Street Revival, which currently tours nationally and frequents major events like the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and renown Colorado-based festivals. Surprise special guest judge.
Our student Finalists are 1. Gracie Feinberg (17) Aspen High School. 2. Eleanor Hibbard (13) Grand Junction. 3. Eleanor Carroll (16) Aspen High School. 4. Austin Fotion (18) Roaring Fork High School. 5. Katie Huttonhower (18) Roaring Fork High School. 6. Adelaide Dorr (15) Aspen High School. 7. Jay Zimmerman (18) and 8. Linda Green (18) of Carbondale.
Special performances by 2024 Aspen Rocks winners Lana Bella and Tristan Trincado.
Proceeds from the event will benefit Inspire Aspen Foundation and go towards giving unique opportunities to student musicians in the Aspen Snowmass Roaring Fork Valley to pursue their talents and musical journeys. Please join us for a fantastic evening of music!
Changing Lives One Note At A Time! For more information about us visit www.inspireaspenfoundation.org

Roaring Fork Rising: Emery Major with David Uhlfelder
2025-05-16 19:00 - 20:30 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Emery Major is a Aspen-born singer-songwriter whose music blends the heartfelt storytelling of ’70s folk with modern pop influences. Describing his style as “glass half-folk,” he draws comparisons to Noah Kahan and Jason Mraz, with a touch of John Denver’s spirit. After honing his craft in Brooklyn, he now performs regularly in Nashville and has taken the stage at venues and festivals nationwide, including Carnegie Hall, The Bluebird Café, Mercury Lounge, Birdland Jazz Club, and Connecticut Folk Fest.
David Uhlfelder is a stand-up comedian from Aspen, Colorado, who has performed in 21 states and four countries. He’s taken the stage at top clubs like The Comedy Store, The Improv, and Cosmic Comedy in Germany. David has opened for Taylor Tomlinson, Moshe Kasher, and Trevor Wallace, performed at SLO Comedy Fest, and was runner-up in the Aspen Laughs Fest Comedy Competition. His TV credits include ESPN3, Lego.com, and an indie film he can’t quite remember.

Roaring Fork Rising: The Sopris Sisters with Rai Omri
2025-05-17 19:00 - 20:30 | The Vault at the Wheeler, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, 81611, United States
Raised in the Rockies and now both living in the shadow of Sopris, The Sopris Sisters bring a fresh folk sound and heart-opening harmonies. Since their recent debut as a duo, singer-songwriters Harper Powell and Emma Kieran have played at Steve’s Guitars, on KDNK community radio, and other local venues. The two draw inspiration from artists such as Sarah Jarosz, Shawn Colvin, Aiofe O’Donovan, Nanci Griffith, and Anaïs Mitchell. Harper and Emma met nearly 10 years ago while participating in eTown’s Handmade Songs competition for Colorado high school singer-songwriters, and over the pandemic, they co-founded a virtual benefit concert series called Tabletop Concerts.

Rai Omri is a Western Colorado-based songwriter inspired by dreams, stories, old melodies, ambient sound, and the natural world. In 2023, she was named a finalist in Kerrville Folk Festival’s Grassy Hill New Folk Competition, and in 2024, a finalist in the NewSong Music Songwriting Competition. After a successful crowdfunding campaign, she is currently recording her first EP.
