Creative Music Works

04/15/2026

On Friday, May 15th, Soundtrack Roulette, a live music fundraiser for Creative Music Works, comes to the award-winning recording studio of Mighty Fine Productions, 5235 E 38th Ave, Denver, CO 80207.

Colorado’s top improvisers will score soundtracks on the spot to film clips chosen by audience members spin of the wheel—the musicians won’t know what’s coming.

Suggested donation is $75 and includes access to the mixer at 6:30 pm with drinks and small plates. Performance starts at 7:30 pm. Any donation level accepted for entry.

Creative Music Works creates a stage for music innovators – connecting artists with audiences. Since 1989, the organization has championed music innovation on the Front Range—presenting vanguard musical artists, facilitating artist-audience dialogues, and hosting education workshops for the next generation of composers and musicians.

Contributions will support the Creative Music Works 2026-2027 season.

Host committee (in formation): Matthew Garrington, Britt Marden, Scott McCumber.

About Soundtrack Roulette

Musical Director:
Matt Smiley

Lineup:
Sarah Christiansen, flute + electronics
Greg Harris, vibes
Mark Harris, reeds
Farrell Lowe, guitar + extensive pedalboard
Kent McLagan, bass
Eric Moon, pedal steel or keys
Paul Riola, reeds
Matt Smiley, bass
Glenn Nitta, reeds
Wade Sander, trombone
Joshua Trinidad, trumpet
Gregory Walker, violin

03/25/2026

Save the Date. 5.15.2026.

03/20/2026

Just over 15 hours away from 20 hours of music with The Playground Ensemble!!!

03/19/2026

Tonight at the Federal Theatre!

Join us for a VIP/Members-only after-party with Bill Frisell and his trio to celebrate his 75th birthday with purchase of your concert ticket.

Limited tickets still available: https://creativemusicworks.org/an-evening-with-bill-frisell-75th-birthday-celebration/

03/19/2026

Tonight!! Limited tickets still available.

Bill Frisell is waiting patiently to see if you'll join him TONIGHT at The Fed! 🎸

Very limited tickets remain for tonight's show!
Get yours while you still can: https://thefederaltheatre.holdmyticket.com/tickets/455497

03/10/2026

Our friends at have an exciting day of new music planned Saturday, March 21. They will be performing for 20 hours to celebrate their 20th season in four venues across the city. There is something for everyone here!

03/09/2026

Creative Music Works is thrilled to work with The Federal Theatre to bring Bill Frisell to Denver on Thursday, March 19. He will perform in a trio with Tim Angulo and Luke Bergman.

There will be a reception for CMW members after the show.

Grab your tickets at the link in the comments below.

03/06/2026

CMW is excited to copresent the upcoming .frisell trio performance with

We will be hosting a member exclusive meet and greet following the show!

03/03/2026

Next up for Creative Music Works: An Evening with Bill Frisell + 75th Birthday Celebration

Thursday, March 19 at the The Federal Theatre Frisell will perform in a trio with Luke Bergman and Tim Angulo. There will be a VIP/Members-only after-party with Bill Frisell and his trio to celebrate his 75th birthday with purchase of your concert ticket.

Details about the concert and CMW membership are available at our website.

https://creativemusicworks.org/an-evening-with-bill-frisell-75th-birthday-celebration/

02/26/2026

.glen and company took us on a sonic journey last night at Dazzle! Here are a few clips from the performance. Thanks to all who came out!

02/20/2026

Today's Cuneiform Records $5 album is "in this life" from none other than the great Thinking Plague featuring Denver-based musicians such as guitarist Mike Johnson, CMW board member and woodwind player Mark Harris, and the late, great Fred Hess.

If you don't know them, you will definitely want to check them out!

You Now Have A Great Opportunity For One WEEKEND Only to Buy a Brilliant Album from the Cuneiform Catalog for Only $5! This sale ends 11:59pm UTC on February 26, 2026 WE KNOW YOU'RE GOING TO SURELY LOVE... THIS WEEK'S ALBUM In This Life by Thinking Plague HOW IT WORKS: