Schedule of the Event:

April 11, 2025

Join us for Night 1 of the inaugural Modern Jazz and Soul Festival at Roots Music Project on April 11th, featuring an extraordinary lineup of accomplished artists pushing the boundaries of contemporary jazz and soul music.

Headlining the evening is two-time Grammy winner Derrick Hodge, one of today's most versatile and influential musicians, whose masterful bass work has shaped some of hip-hop's most iconic recordings. The night continues with the JJ Murphy Quintet, bringing their distinctive blend of folk, blues, rock, and jazz, shaped by Murphy's years as a Nashville session player.

The soulful Wellington Bullings will grace the stage with her rich, sultry vocals that seamlessly blend classic soul, R&B, and jazz. Native Launchpad Award recipient Chantil Dukart brings her dynamic compositional range spanning funk, folk, classical, and jazz, while the Danny Kaminski Quartet rounds out this exceptional evening of modern jazz and soul innovation.

Single-day tickets are available for $32.50, or experience the full weekend of extraordinary music with a weekend pass for $50. Don't miss this landmark event showcasing some of the most compelling voices in contemporary jazz and soul music, all under one roof at Roots Music Project.

Full bar on premises; Plenty of free parking; Lyft and Uber friendly!

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April 12, 2025

Experience the second night of the Roots Music Project inaugural Modern Jazz & Soul Festival, featuring another remarkable lineup.

AGENDA

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM Olivia Roumel (Main Stage)
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM Dechen Hawk & The Lit Squad (Roots Next Door)
7:45 PM - 8:30 PM Dandu (Main Stage)
8:30 PM - 9:15 PM Haiikuu (Roots Next Door)
9:15 PM - 10:15 PM Gabriel Mervine (Main Stage)

Experience the second night of the Roots Music Project inaugural Modern Jazz & Soul Festival, featuring another remarkable lineup of innovative artists. Leading the evening is acclaimed trumpeter Gabriel Mervine, whose versatile mastery has led him to share stages with legends like Christian McBride, Natalie Cole, and Terence Blanchard.

The night unfolds with Haiikuu, the mesmerizing project of Ashley Christine Edwards, weaving soul poetry through ambient R&B textures, followed by the dynamic sounds of Dandu. Soul balladeer Dechen Hawk & The Lit Squad bring their compelling fusion of beautiful ballads and gritty throwback funk, channeling influences from Stevie Wonder to Jeff Buckley.

Rounding out this extraordinary evening is Olivia "Liv" Roumel, whose unique "nature-soul" approach blends raw storytelling with intricate harmonies, creating a distinctive fusion of R&B, soul, and singer-songwriter styles.

Single-day tickets are available for $32.50, or experience both nights of exceptional music with a weekend pass for $50. Join us at Roots Music Project for this unforgettable celebration of contemporary jazz and soul.

Full bar on premises; Plenty of free parking; Lyft and Uber friendly!

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Date: April 11-12, 2025

Time:
April 11, 2025 from 6:30pm to 10:30pm
April 12, 2025 from 6:30pm to 10:15pm

Location: Roots Music Project, 4747 Pearl Suite V3A, Boulder, CO 80301

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