Patrons can also purchase tickets to the pre-concert Denver EATSS event presented by the American Indian College Fund
Dec. 17, 2024 – Denver, CO – The Colorado Symphony proudly announces a thrilling collaboration with acclaimed singer-songwriter Nathaniel Rateliff for two unforgettable performances on April 11 and 12, 2025, at Denver’s Boettcher Concert Hall, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the American Indian College Fund. The concert will feature new orchestrations of Rateliff’s most beloved songs, showcasing his signature sound reimagined through the lush and dynamic lens of a full symphony orchestra.
Hailing from Denver, Nathaniel Rateliff has captured audiences worldwide with his soulful voice and heartfelt songwriting. His partnership with the Colorado Symphony marks a homecoming celebration, blending his deeply personal music with the grandeur of orchestral performance.
“I’m excited to collaborate with the Colorado Symphony to showcase some of my work in a new and beautiful format,” said Rateliff. “This partnership provides a unique opportunity to delve deeper into my songs with the richness of a full orchestra. I look forward to sharing this special experience with my hometown audience.”
In conjunction with the concert, patrons can also purchase tickets to Denver EATSS, presented by the American Indian College Fund. This unforgettable event promises a fully immersive experience of Indigenous cuisine, art, and music, bringing together the traditions and diversity of Native culture in celebration of the American Indian College Fund’s mission to support Native scholars. EATSS offers a unique opportunity to support the American Indian College Fund’s work in transforming the lives of Native students through higher education.
The evening begins with the EATSS event from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., featuring culinary masterpieces from some of the country’s most celebrated Indigenous chefs, including Paul Natrall, Andrea Conde, among others. The celebration extends beyond food, showcasing original artwork from up-and-coming American Indian artists from the prestigious Institute of American Indian Arts, providing a unique glimpse into Native creativity and tradition. Denver EATTS will be hosted in the Studio Loft at Ellie Caulkins Opera house.
Tickets for Rateliff Sings Rateliff with the Colorado Symphony and Denver EATSS go on sale to the general public on December 19, 2024 at 10am MST through the Colorado Symphony’s website at coloradosymphony.org or by calling the box office at (303) 623-7876. A portion of each ticket purchase will benefit The American Indian College Fund.
CONCERT INFORMATION:
What: Rateliff Sings Rateliff with the Colorado Symphony
When: April 11-12, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Where: Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, CO
Tickets: Available December 19, 2024 at 10:00am MST
EVENT INFORMATION:
What: Denver EATSS
When: April 11-12, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Where: Studio Loft, Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver, CO
Tickets: Available December 19, 2024 at 10:00am MST
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CONTACTS:
For more information or to request interviews, please contact:
Nick Dobreff, Communications and Creative Director
ndobreff@coloradosymphony.org - 303.308.2477 (o)
For questions about the American Indian College Fund, please contact: Dina Horwedel Senior Director of Public Education, American Indian College Fund 303-430-5350 dhorwedel@collegefund.org
For high-resolution, downloadable images of the Colorado Symphony, contact: ndobreff@coloradosymphony.org
Support for the 2024/25 Colorado Symphony Season is provided by: The Scientific & Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), Genesee Mountain Foundation, Denver Arts & Venues, Bonfils-Stanton Foundation, Chamber Initiatives, and the Colorado Symphony Guild.
TICKETS:
Tickets to Colorado Symphony events are available online at coloradosymphony.org/tickets, by phone at 303.623.7876, and in person at the Boettcher Concert Hall Box Office, Denver Performing Arts Complex, 1000 14th Street. The Box Office is open Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday, noon – 5 p.m., and two hours prior to each performance.
ABOUT THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
One of the leading orchestras in the United States, the Colorado Symphony Association is a not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) organization performing more than 150 concerts annually at Boettcher Concert Hall in downtown Denver and across Colorado. Led by Principal Conductor Peter Oundjian, the Colorado Symphony is home to eighty full-time musicians, representing more than a dozen nations, and regularly welcomes the most celebrated artists from the world of symphonic music and beyond. The orchestra celebrated their Centennial during the 2023/24 concert season. In the last year, the Colorado Symphony served over 340,000 people attending live performances at concert and non-traditional venues throughout Colorado’s Front Range. Recognized as an incubator of innovation, creativity, and excellence, the Colorado Symphony continually expands its reach through in-person and virtual education programs, outreach, and programming. The Colorado Symphony partners with the state’s leading musical artists, cultural organizations, corporations, foundations, sports teams, and individuals to expose diverse audiences to the transformative power of music. To learn more, visit coloradosymphony.org.
ABOUT THE AMERICAN INDIAN COLLEGE FUND
The American Indian College Fund (College Fund) has been the nation’s largest charity supporting Native higher education for 35 years. The College Fund believes “Education is the answer” and has provided $20,579 million in scholarships and other direct student support for access to a higher education. Since its founding in 1989 the College Fund has provided more than $349 million in scholarships, programs, community, and tribal college support. The College Fund also supports a variety of programs at the nation’s 34 accredited tribal colleges and universities, which are located on or near Indian reservations, ensuring students have the tools to graduate and succeed in their careers. The College Fund consistently receives top ratings from independent charity evaluators, with a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, a Gold Seal of Transparency from Guidestar, and the “Best in America Seal of Excellence” from the Independent Charities of America. The College Fund was also named one of the nation’s top 100 charities to the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance. For more information about the American Indian College Fund, please visit www.collegefund.org.