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International Guitar Night XXVI, Feb. 27
Accomplished musicians from different countries will be in Aspen for a global celebration of guitar artistry as International Guitar Night XXVI takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at the Wheeler Opera House, located at 320 E. Hyman Ave. This year’s International Guitar Line XXVI features Thu Le (Vietnam), Lucas Imbiriba (Brazil), Alexandr Misko (Russia) and ukulele master Taimane (Hawaii). Each artist brings a distinct style — from classical to flamenco to fingerstyle to island rhythms, according to press materials.
For more information, visit wheeleroperahouse.com/event/international-guitar-night-xxvi.
Emilie-Claire Barlow, Feb. 27
Canadian and multilingual jazz singer Emilie-Claire Barlow will perform two sets at 6:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Feb. 27 at the Paul JAS Center, located at 422 E. Cooper St. She has won seven Juno Awards (the Canadian version of the Grammy Awards) and she was named Female Vocalist of the Year at the Canadian National Jazz Awards in 2008.
For more information and tickets, visit TicketsJAS.
Mexican Mixology at Bad Harriet, Feb. 27-28
Bad Harriet welcomes acclaimed mixologist Fabiola Padilla for a two-night Mexican Mixology pop-up in collaboration with Casa Dragones. Padilla is the founder of BEKEB, her acclaimed bar in San Miguel de Allende since 2019. BEKEB was named one of the Top 50 Bars in North America 2024 and 2025 by the 50 Best organization. Each drink has layers of flavor, story and a profound regard for its cultural origins. This limited engagement celebrates cultural expression and the women shaping the future of food and drink beverage trends. For reservations, visit exploretock.com/badharriet.
Adam Gopnik’s “Talk Therapy,” Feb. 28
Adam Gopnik’s “Talk Therapy” will take the stage at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Wheeler Opera House, located at 320 E. Hyman Ave. Gopnik, the acclaimed writer for The New Yorker, has spent more than three decades crafting essays, memoirs and cultural criticisms. The bestselling author of “Paris to the Moon” and “The Real Work” turns his clever mullings and signature wit to the stage in this one-night-only solo performance of his brand-new one-man show, “Talk Therapy.”
For more information and tickets, visit theatreaspen.org/adam-gopniks-talk-therapy.
‘Devon Allman’s Blues Summit,’ Feb. 28
“Devon Allman Blue Summit” will deliver a night of Southern rock and blues Feb. 28, led by Devon Allman, son of Gregg Allman. Allman will perform, along with Jimmy Hall of Wet Willie, guitarist Larry McCray and St. Louis vocalist Laka. It will be an evening of emotive guitar, harmonica-driven soul and powerhouse vocals that honor the blues and push it forward. For more information and tickets, visit wheeleroperahouse.com/event/devon-allmans-blues-summit.
Pianist Benjamin Grosvenor, March 4
Winter Music Festival Recitals will host “Beethoven’s ‘Moonlight Sonata’ with Benjamin Grosvenor” at 6:30 p.m. March 4 at Harris Concert Hall. This rare Aspen visit by the British pianist will feature Beethoven, Schumann and more.
For information and tickets, visit aspenmusicfestival.com/events/calendar/benjamin-grosvenor.
‘Radical Wednesdays — A retro ski film series,’ begins March 4
The 1980s are calling. “Dust off your ’80s ski attire” and join Aspen Film every Wednesday in March at 6:30 p.m. for Radical Wednesdays at The Isis Theatre. This Wednesday, March 4, “Fire & Ice” (1986) will be screened at 6:30 p.m. Will Bogner’s film follows the tale of a freestyle ski bum (John Eaes) who hitchhikes to Aspen dreaming of a blonde ski bunny (Suzy Chaffee). It’s narrated by John Denver. Grab a crew and head to the Isis for a throwback ski film on the big screen. Host Clay Dahlman will be on hand with “epic” giveaway prizes from local shops. Advanced ticket prices for Aspen Film Members are $15, non-members are $20 and day-of-the-event tickets are $25.
For more information and tickets, aspenfilm.org/radical-wednesdays-2026.
Debut Collective Composition Workshop sign-up
This is the first-ever Collective Composition Workshop through the Aspen Music Festival and School and The Arts Campus at Willits for students in grades 4 through 12 who are residents in the Roaring Fork Valley area. This will provide an exciting opportunity for student musicians to create, collaborate and perform an original musical work under the guidance of nationally renowned artists. The workshop, held at The Arts Campus at Willits, runs in April, with performances in April and August. Enrollment is limited to 50 students.
For more information, visit bit.ly/collectivecompositionworkshop or contact [email protected].
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