# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Art of Michael Franks: Presented By: Amy Biondo Sextet
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Michael Franks' seminal album, The Art of Tea, with an evening of California cool. We’ll journey through the velvety landscapes of Franks' music, exploring his unique blend of jazz and pop, quirky poetic lyrics, and musings on the profound subtleties of love.

This performance offers a vibrant tribute to The Art of Tea in its entirety, paired with other cherished favorites from Franks’ career.

Amy Biondo is a Boulder-area vocalist, composer, and mentor with over 20 years of experience in the Colorado music scene. An artist whose work lives at the intersection of jazz sophistication and pop accessibility, Amy is celebrated for her talent for finding the hidden emotional pulse of a song and delivering it with nuanced precision and heart. Her rich, playful vocals and compelling storytelling provide the perfect contemporary mirror to the effortless elegance of Franks’ work.

Joining the ensemble is special guest Charles Blenzig, Michael Franks’ musical director since 1990. Charles has toured the globe with Franks, recorded on several albums, co-wrote title tracks including Barefoot On The Beach and Rendezvous in Rio, and arranged an evening of Franks’ music for the Nashville Symphony Orchestra. He brings a deep-rooted connection and unparalleled artistry to this music.

Don't miss this unique collaboration celebrating a jazz-pop masterpiece.

Amy Biondo - vocals
Charles Blenzig - keys
Pete Lewis - sax
Bill Kopper - guitar
Kirwan Brown - bass
Raoul Rossiter - drums

AND Make any night special with our Date Night Package. $45 for a delightful bottle of wine and a decadent dessert to share. Get the Premium package for $65 and add our chef's charcuterie plate to your wine and dessert. Add it to your evening by emailing host@dazzledenver.com. 

For more information go to https://www.dazzledenver.com/dazzle-date-night-package/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/denver/the-art-of-michael-franks-presented-by-amy-biondo-sextet/200030299009928
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, pop, food-drinks, live-music, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 26

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Denver
- **state**: CO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1080 14th Street , Denver, CO, United States, Colorado 80202
- **lat**: 39.7457
- **long**: -104.99795
- **full address**: 1080 14th Street , Denver, CO, United States, Colorado 80202

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Art of Michael Franks: Presented By: Amy Biondo Sextet being held?
  - **A:** The Art of Michael Franks: Presented By: Amy Biondo Sextet takes place on Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 1080 14th Street , Denver, CO, United States, Colorado 80202.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Art of Michael Franks: Presented By: Amy Biondo Sextet?
  - **A:** The Art of Michael Franks: Presented By: Amy Biondo Sextet is organized by Dazzle.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Art of Michael Franks: Presented By: Amy Biondo Sextet is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Denver, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Art of Michael Franks: Presented By: Amy Biondo Sextet sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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