Levitt Pavilion, Denver’s open-air concert venue that offers a lineup of free shows, isn’t just a great place to hear music: it’s a space that connects our community, including LHS students, to the heart of Denver’s creative space.
Levitt hosts over 50 free concerts per year, with genres such as indie rock, Latin, jazz, hip-hop, folk, pop, EDM, and more. You can discover new music and local performers there without spending money, as well as catching big acts like Between Friends, Shovels & Rope, and Jeremy Zucker. For students, it’s a great chance to experience live music in a welcoming, inclusive environment.
I recently attended a show for the band “Mo Lawda & The Humble”, which is a rock band from Philadelphia who came to Levitt just prior to releasing their fifth album. They created their band in 9th grade, similar to the age of our LHS freshmen, eventually gaining their big break during their freshman year of college. The band’s high school roots provide inspiration for our future musicians who want to professionally pursue creative careers.
The thriving music programs of LHS, such as our choirs and marching band, have always shown great appreciation to individual creativity that plays into the cohesiveness of a group. Levitt is an extension of those values. It’s a reminder that art isn’t just made in classrooms or school buildings; it thrives in parks and open fields and mountains and among people who enthusiastically listen to it.
Levitt Pavilion isn’t just a free concert venue, it’s a symbol of art and community coming together to create a special experience for all who enjoy live music. So, next time you’re looking for something to do, head to Ruby Hill and let the creativity move you!
