Learn Singing your way with a TakeLessons expert

By Kit R. – Denver Singing Teacher

One of the many joys of singing is the huge selection of genres and styles, and Denver, Colorado has access to all of them! Whether you are looking to take in a concert, partake in a performance, or just want to have fun and showcase what you're learning from your singing lessons in Denver, we have it all! Interested in musical theatre? The Denver Center for the Performing Arts offers top of the line performances to suit every taste. Want to get in the act? The theatre holds general auditions in late April, so check their website in March for information. http://www.denvercenter.org/

Think you have to pay big bucks to hear great music? Think again…Denver colleges have superb music departments that feature amazing vocalists. Be sure to check their calendar of events and catch a performance! Metropolitan State University of Denver: https://www.msudenver.edu/music/events/ University of Colorado, Denver: http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/CAM/events/Pages/musicevents.aspx

One of the most unique music venues available to us is Colorado’s own Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre! Home to a huge selection of concerts, you’re in for a one-of-a-kind performance by your favorite artist! http://redrocksonline.com/

Are you a sports fan, or just interested in singing the National Anthem at a big game? Send a recording to our local Colorado Rockies, Denver Nuggets, or Denver Broncos! Colorado Rockies: http://colorado.rockies.mlb.com/col/ballpark/information/index.jsp?content=guide#N Denver Nuggets: http://www.nba.com/nuggets/dance/game_entertainment_index.html Denver Broncos: http://www.denverbroncos.com/fans/national-anthem.html

Open mic nights are a fantastic way to be heard and are an equally great performance opportunity. Some venues cater to specific styles and genres, while others sport an “anything goes” mentality. Be sure to check out pre-registration times! Here’s a short list of some of the top locations with an open stage in Denver. Bistro Al Vino, Tuesdays 7:00 pm. Professional sound and light by Open Stage Denver: http://www.bistroalvino.com/entertainment_openmic.htm Mercury Cafe, Wednesdays 9:00 pm. Suitable for all genres and ages: http://mercurycafe.com/events/music-dance/ Java Jam Cafe, Thursdays 7:00 pm. Suitable for all genres and ages: https://www.facebook.com/javajamcafe Lincoln’s Roadhouse, Wednesdays 8:00 pm. Hosted by Jon Steideman: http://www.lincolnsroadhouse.com/Music.html Teller’s Tap Room, Last Sunday of the month 7:00 pm. Hosted by Colorado musician Angie Stevens: http://www.tellerstaproom.com/events Tennyson’s Tap, Sundays 2:00 pm. Live multitrack recording available by Alley Recording Studios: http://www.tennysonstap.com/p/recording.html Herb’s, Wednesdays 9:30 pm. Owned by jazz musician Laura Newman, the open stage is suitable for all genres and is a great place for cover songs: http://www.herbsbar.com/live-music-calendar

If you’re not comfortable with solo performances, consider joining a local singing group! Broadway on Broadway Sing Along, open to anyone who loves to sing show tunes: http://www.meetup.com/Broadway-on-Broadway-Sing-a-Long/ Sound of the Rockies, an all male a cappella chorus: http://www.meetup.com/Sound-of-the-Rockies-Chorus/ Singing and Playing for the Joy of Music, open to everyone for all genres and styles: http://www.meetup.com/Singing-and-Playing-for-the-Joy-of-Music-Westminster/ Rejoice in Your Voice, a great way to overcome nerves and stage fright: http://www.meetup.com/Rejoice-In-Your-Voice-Performance-Class/ Young Voices of Colorado, a training choir for children grades 2 and up: http://www.youngvoices.org/join/

What could be better than a music festival? Denver is host to an a cappella music festival guaranteed to be an enriching experience for all levels of singers. You won’t want to miss this! Mile High Vocal Jam offering clinics, workshops, and competitions for high school, college, and beyond. Held every fall, this event features Grammy award winning artists, music producers, recording artists, and great professionals! http://mhvj.org/

Denver is a wonderful city for experienced singers and beginners alike. Not sure where to start? Check out check out your local private teachers and get started with singing lessons in Denver today!