Broomfield Summer Concerts: Blessing Chimanga with Dana Ariel

The Arts and History division of the Library, Arts, History and CSU Extension Department is thrilled to present a Summer Concert Series filled with engaging and entertaining music for the whole family.

All concerts are free to attend and open to all ages.

Blessing “Bled” Chimanga is an internationally acclaimed Zimbabwean musician, singer, and songwriter, celebrated for his electrifying stage presence and remarkable talent as a multi-instrumentalist. A virtuoso on the marimba, drums, and vocals, Blessing seamlessly blends Afro-jazz, traditional Zimbabwean sounds, and contemporary rhythms to create music that resonates globally. As a dynamic bandleader of the group Dreams, his performances are vibrant, interactive, and deeply soulful, captivating audiences with his infectious energy and passion.Blessing has toured extensively, gracing stages at major festivals across Africa, Europe, Asia, and America, earning recognition as a true cultural ambassador. His ability to connect with audiences transcends language and borders, making him a perfect fit for festivals seeking an artist who can inspire joy, unity, and celebration. A storyteller and crowd-pleaser, Blessing Chimanga is more than a musician—he is an unforgettable experience.

2024 was a great year for me and the band as we had some successful sold out concerts at Etown Hall and Roots Music Project in Boulder and Durango Arts Center respectively.

https://www.blessingchimanga.com/

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Southwestern Colorado based artist Dana Ariel's atmospheric vocals, folk guitar, and captivating storytelling demonstrate the young artists passion, capability, and gratitude to share her music with her audience. Although just one voice and one guitar, she brings an eclectic sound with her original songs; “Josephine” has an old-school soul feel; “Midnight Sun” has a festival-folk feel; and the title track to her debut album Wild Woman has both 21st century indie rock guts among a Motown vibe” (Bryant Liggett, the Durango Herald 2022). Ariel seeks to connect humans over not only the tragic, but also the magic of this world and this is sure to shine through in her live shows. From her intricate story "Sangers" (sad bangers) or her mystic, soulful discos, Dana Ariel is sure to connect her audience not only to the music, but the person behind it as well.

https://danaariel.bandzoogle.com/

Spotify: Dana Ariel

Roots Music Project Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit local music incubator based in Boulder, Colorado. We believe in the power of music to make the world a better place. All music starts locally. We empower artists, fans, and venues to connect and create a thriving and inspiring local music scene.

RootsMusicProject.org

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