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jazz night at edelman fossil park & museum

Jazz Night Presented by Coles Music

March 28th • 6PM


  1. Saturday, March 28 at 6:00 PM

  2. Doors open at 6. Performance starts at 6:30


  3. Join us at Edelman Fossil Park & Museum for a one-of-a-kind evening where smooth jazz meets deep time. Enjoy light fare and a cash bar, and experience an extraordinary live performance set against the backdrop of a world-famous fossil site.



  4. Featuring:


  5. Denis DiBlasio (Saxophone & Flute)** — An acclaimed jazz saxophonist and flutist, longtime leader of the Maynard Ferguson Institute of Jazz Studies, and former member of the Maynard Ferguson Big Bop Nouveau Band.


  6. Doug Beach (Trumpet)** — A jazz trumpeter, educator, and co-founder of the Jazz Showcase Education Program who has performed internationally and directed numerous honor jazz ensembles.


  7. Mike Davis (Trombone)** — A versatile jazz trombonist known for his work with major big bands and for touring and recording with artists such as The Rolling Stones.


  8. Doug Mapp (Bass)** — An accomplished jazz bassist and educator who has performed with leading jazz artists and frequently appears at festivals and clinics across the United States.


  9. Behn Gillece (Vibraphone)** — An award-winning jazz vibraphonist, composer, and bandleader recognized as a winner of the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz International Vibraphone Competition.


  10. Dr. Kenneth Lacovara (Drums)** — A former professional jazz drummer, renowned paleontologist, and founding executive director of Edelman Fossil Park & Museum, best known for discovering the massive dinosaur Dreadnoughtus.



  11. Tickets:

  12. Ages 13+: $25

  13. Ages 3–10 & Students: $10


  14. Bring your friends, bring your family, and experience a night millions of years in the making. 🎷🦴



  15. Please Note: The galleries will not be open during the event, and the museum store and cafe will also be closed.

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