Sunday, May 17th – Westminster Elks Lodge: Vern Baumer’s Mile High Jazz Gathering (1:30-5pm)

On Sunday, May 17th, you’re in for a real treat – Vern Baumer’s Mile High Jazz Gathering. They will perform from 1:30 until 5pm at the Westminster Elks Club. Clarinetist and vocalist Vern Baumer has been active on the Denver jazz scene since 1970, when he formed the New Orleans Jazz Gathering. Over the years since, the band has played regular gigs at various bars, restaurants and jazz festivals. Joining Vern for this date will be Kevin Bollinger, trumpet; Ed Stephen, guitar; Bobby Green, Piano; Rory Thomas, banjo; Bill Blackman, bass; and Bill Watkins, drums. The UCD Claim Jumpers will perform from 1:30 until 2pm.

The Denver Jazz Club Youth All-Stars will perform at approximately 3:50pm. This will be their last performance at the Denver Jazz Club before their Sacramento performance tour!