Photo Caption: Michael Burgermeister (event sponsor and exhibit donor), Jay Elowsky (Pasta Jay’s event sponsor and Hall of Fame board members) and Freddi Gowdy, inductee with Freddi & Henchi, in front of new exhibit of Freddi’s induction class, Going Back to Colorado. Photo credit: Dan Fong Joined by old friends and new, Colorado Music Hall of… Continue reading Celebrating Our Museum Refresh at Red Rocks Trading Post
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An Interview with Paul Epstein, founder and former owner of Twist & Shout and board co-chair of Colorado Music Hall of Fame
By Connor Lukes, University of Denver Journalism Intern Paul Epstein is a man with roots deeply embedded in Colorado’s music scene. Many undoubtedly know his name because he owned and operated the iconic Denver record store Twist & Shout for 33 years. What you may not know is that Epstein also co-founded Colorado Music Hall… Continue reading An Interview with Paul Epstein, founder and former owner of Twist & Shout and board co-chair of Colorado Music Hall of Fame
Music In Our Schools Month
An interview by Connor Lukes, University of Denver Journalism Intern March is “Music in Our Schools Month.” To commemorate, Colorado Music Hall of Fame is celebrating one of our inductees — the East High School Music Program – by interviewing one of the Denver school’s historians, Dr. Marcia T. Goldstein of the East High Alumni… Continue reading Music In Our Schools Month
Ron Miles, Legendary Jazz Cornetist and Hall of Fame Inductee, Dies at 58
Photo credit: Elliot Ross By Connor Lukes, University of Denver Journalism Intern The jazz world experienced an unexpected loss as Ron Miles, esteemed cornet and trumpet player, passed away Tuesday, March 8, at the age of 58. A teacher, creator, husband and father, Miles leaves behind a monumental legacy of music and love for his community.… Continue reading Ron Miles, Legendary Jazz Cornetist and Hall of Fame Inductee, Dies at 58
Celebrating Black History Month: An Interview with Freddi Gowdy
By Connor Lukes, University of Denver Journalism Intern: We catch up with the 2019 Hall of Fame Inductee and honoree for Black History Month Freddi Gowdi, founding member of the Freddi-Henchi Band alongside the late Marvin “Henchi” Graves. From growing up poor in the projects to performing overseas, Gowdy humbly shares his experiences as a […]
Announcing the Colorado Music Hall of Fame Induction Class of 2021!
Colorado Music Hall of Fame Announces 2021 Induction Class: The Flatirons Sessions honoring The String Cheese Incident, Leftover Salmon, Yonder Mountain String Band, Hot Rize and the Fox Theatre DENVER, CO (October 21, 2021) — Colorado Music Hall of Fame is pleased to announce its 2021 induction class: The Flatirons Sessions honoring The String Cheese… Continue reading Announcing the Colorado Music Hall of Fame Induction Class of 2021!
An Interview with Colorado Music Hall of Fame Volunteer Dave Aldridge
By: Abbie Smith, University of Denver Intern Longtime history and music lover Dave Aldridge joined the Colorado Music Hall of Fame team as the museum’s volunteer archivist during the summer of 2020, after responding to an ad in the Hall’s newsletter seeking volunteers for various projects. “I was hoping to explore more of Colorado music… Continue reading An Interview with Colorado Music Hall of Fame Volunteer Dave Aldridge
The Women of Colorado Hip-Hop
Mic Check 1,2: The Colorado Hip-Hop Scene is Made by its Women By: Haley Birt, University of Denver Journalism Intern When thinking about the Colorado music scene, it’s common to refer to the labels of folk, country, and rock; however, Colorado is a little-known hotbed for hip-hop artists. In honor of Colorado History Month, we’re… Continue reading The Women of Colorado Hip-Hop
Colorado Music Hall of Fame Celebrates its 10th Anniversary and the Induction of eTown
DENVER, CO (February 26, 2021) – Colorado Music Hall of Fame (CMHOF) will celebrate its tenth anniversary with events throughout 2021. “Colorado Music Hall of Fame is ten years into an exciting journey of honoring and enjoying the music that makes our state unique….The most abiding takeaway for me has been the genuinely emotional connection… Continue reading Colorado Music Hall of Fame Celebrates its 10th Anniversary and the Induction of eTown
Black History Month
By Haley Birt, University of Denver Journalism Intern February is Black History Month. For Colorado Music Hall of Fame this is a time for celebrating not only the successes of today’s black artists but also a time to reflect on the incredible struggle, sacrifice, and triumphs of the those who came before them, laying the… Continue reading Black History Month