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In a career spanning almost 5 decades, GRAMMY®-winner Earl Klugh began his professional career at age 16, when renowned flautist and saxophonist Yusef Lateef heard him practicing in a small music store where the young guitarist worked while in school. That led to an invitation to record with Lateef on his 1970 recording Suite 16 where Klugh performed on “Michelle.” The following year he appeared on fellow guitarist George Benson’s White Rabbit album. He then joined Benson’s group and stayed for over a year before taking a brief, two-month spin with pianist Chick Corea’s highly charged Return to Forever band. All of that carved a path to Blue Note Records and at age 23, Klugh’s first, self-titled album was released in 1976. The rest, as they say, is history.

The Detroit-born master of the classical guitar has become one of the most imitated icons of the instrument and has been referred to as one of the key progenitors of what is often called contemporary jazz. Widely recognized as a guitarist with impeccable technique and one of the greatest guitarists in the world, Klugh is an equally prolific songwriter and producer. Composing over 250 songs, he has released over 40 records, 18 of which earned their place on Billboards Top-200, 24 have charted on Billboard’s Top-10 list of jazz albums and 6 Albums have made it to the No. 1 slot. Klugh’s recordings have received 13 GRAMMY® nominations (including one for his latest release, HandPicked) – and his collaboration with pianist Bob James, One on One, walked away with the 1980 GRAMMY® Award for Best Pop Instrumental Album.

The guitarist’s magic on stage has delighted audiences across the globe. Whether performing solo, with his quartet, electric band, ‘Little Big Band” or with renowned symphony orchestras, Klugh is a master alchemist, turning nylon strings into pure musical gold. As he notes, “The essential excitement of music-making is renewed in every studio and stage performance. Once I get into the actual song, I try to go back to what made me write the song or decide to perform it. I try to keep myself in an open mind, so I don’t reproduce the record but instead create a live performance at that moment. I play it for myself as if it’s the first time I’m doing it.”

As a composer and songwriter, Klugh’s credit appears on a wide range of recordings from artists such as Aretha Franklin, Jamie Foxx, Roberta Flack, Mary J. Blige, Kenny Loggins, Al Jarreau, Toni Braxton and many others. He has been a guest artist with musicians from Jimmy Buffett, Vince Gill, Chet Atkins, Stevie Wonder, Loggins, and Brenda Russell to jazz masters Miles Davis and McCoy Tyner and more.

Seventeen years ago, the guitarist was asked to bring jazz back to The Broadmoor Hotel and Resort in Colorado Springs and Earl Klugh’s Weekend of Jazz was born. In 2010 the guitarist added a second, east coast edition, Weekend of Jazz at Kiawah Island Golf Resort in South Carolina. Both properties are Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond rated resorts, where Klugh enjoys spending time with the fans morning, noon and night. “The fans always amaze me,” he says. “So many have shared stories and memories of what my music and Weekend of Jazz has meant to them. It’s the most wonderful compliment I could ever receive. Weekend of Jazz is my favorite time of year!”

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Earl Klugh's Weekend of Jazz

April 3-5, 2025.

GRAMMY® Award-Winning guitarist Earl Klugh annually invites jazz and music enthusiasts to a unique, intimate, and musically driven luxurious getaway to The Broadmoor. It's the perfect weekend to enjoy world-class music with like-minded jazz enthusiasts.

Three-Night Package includes:

• Classic accommodations for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights (upgrade options available)
• Admission to all Weekend of Jazz concert events including Reserved Seat Tickets to Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night's main stage performances for each person on the package
• VIP Artist Experience
• Exclusive sign-up for Weekend of Jazz experiences
• 10% discount on golf green fees (excluding cart rental)
• A complimentary spa enhancement, personally selected by the Spa Director, with a purchase of $200.00 or greater spa treatment
• 25% discount off published suite rates

Rate starts at $2,385 plus taxes and fees based on double occupancy. Valid for April 3, 4, and 5, 2025.

Limited availability. Not applicable to groups. Rates do not include applicable taxes and fees.

Two-Night Package includes:

• Classic accommodations for Friday and Saturday nights (upgrade options available)
• Admission to all Weekend of Jazz concert events including Reserved Seat Tickets to Friday and Saturday night's main stage performances for each person on the package

Rate starts at $1,790 plus taxes and fees based on double occupancy. Valid for April 4 and 5, 2025.

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Earl Klugh’s Weekend of Jazz 2024

  January 30, 2024

By   ExoticDJ

What: Earl Klugh's Weekend of Jazz

When:  april 4-6, 2024, where: the broadmoor - colorado springs, colorado.

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Your Weekend of Jazz Line Up is Here!! 

Come Celebrate the 21st Annual Earl Klugh's Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor 

April 4-6, 2024

Reserve Your 2 or 3 Night Package Today!

Entering its 21st year, Earl Klugh's Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor has defined the very essence of an upscale musical experience. World-Class music is the heartbeat that brings people together and is the cornerstone, however, WOJ is so much more and transcends the boundaries of conventional entertainment, embracing a rich tapestry of luxury experiences. 

Music is only the beginning of the journey that takes place amidst the exquisite backdrop of The Broadmoor, one of the world's most iconic and cherished properties.

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Earl Klugh’s 6th Annual Weekend of Jazz at Kiawah Island!

by Earl Klugh | Aug 24, 2015 | Events

The Lineup for Earl Klugh’s 6th Annual Weekend of Jazz at Kiawah Island Golf Resort is here!

Join 10-Time GRAMMY®-Winning guitar legend and vocalist GEORGE BENSON , 4-Time GRAMMY®-Nominee and multi-platinum selling artist BONEY JAMES , R&B balladeer JEFFREY OSBORNE , ukulele virtuoso JAKE SHIMABUKURO , renowned contemporary pianist MARCUS JOHNSON , your GRAMMY®-Winning Host EARL KLUGH , and more!

2-night villa packages are available by calling Kiawah Island Golf Resort at 800-654-2924 today, or visit www.WeekendOfJazz.com/Kiawah !

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