Shows

Longmont All-Stars Jazz Band
Tribute to Bill Wilkinson

Date

Thursday 22 May 2025

Time

7:00 pm

Cost

$10-$15

Pricing & Show Details
Doors – 6:00pm | Show – 7:00pm | All Ages
Reserved Seating: $15
| Student $10
General Admission night of: $20 | Student $15
Please note:
Reserved Seating –
you may be seated with other guests if you do not purchase all seats at the table
General Admission –
seating is first come – first serve

 The Longmont All-Stars Jazz Band was established in 2001 under the guidance of the esteemed band director, Bill Wilkinson. Wilkinson’s vision was to create a substantial jazz ensemble that would provide students with a professional-level musical experience while simultaneously fostering their active participation and musical excellence within their community. After a distinguished five-decade career in music education in northern Colorado, Wilkinson passed away in 2024, leaving a profound void in the music community. However, his legacy continues to inspire under the co-direction of Doug Carmichael and Gavin Worland.

            Over the past 24 years, the All-Stars have performed at a variety of venues and festivals, including Dazzle, Nissi’s, the Dickens Opera House, Oskar Blues, the Longmont Jazz Festival, and numerous other esteemed events. Their discography comprises six full-length studio albums, showcasing their ability to play lively music at an exceptionally high level. These albums were recorded at renowned studios such as RCA Victor Studios, The Sound Kitchen, and Ocean Way Studios in Nashville, TN; Martin Sound in Los Angeles, CA; Mighty Fine Productions and Colorado Sound Studios in Denver, CO.

            To commemorate Wilkinson’s life, legacy, and remarkable career, we have assembled a Longmont All-Stars Tribute Band composed of former students, colleagues, and cherished friends of Bill. This one-night event will serve as a heartfelt tribute to his contributions to the Northern Colorado music community. 

Personnel:

Alto Sax. 1: Jack Merrill

Alto Sax. 2: Maggie Watson

Tenor Sax. 1: David Pritchard 

Tenor Sax. 2: Sal Martorano

Bari Sax: Doug Carmichael 

Trumpet 1: Pico Lopez

Trumpet 2: Dawn Kramer

Trumpet 3: Sarah Wagner

Trumpet 4: Ray Harrison

Trombone 1: Darren Kramer 

Trombone 2: Ed Wellman

Trombone 3: Chad Lemons

Trombone 4: Gabe Harrison

Voice: Ivy Hartfield

Guitar: Ian Stewart

Piano: Keller Fritz

Bass: Dani Garcia

Drums: Jon Rice

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