Welcome to the official website of
Dr. Linda Theus-Lee
songstress, actress, educator, playwright, gardener, mentor, percussionist...
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Linda
Dr. Linda Theus-Lee, is an enchanting vocalist, educator, motivational speaker, songwriter, entrepreneur, and community advocate whose lifelong journey in music and education continues to inspire audiences across generations. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, and now based in Denver, Colorado, Linda was raised in a family deeply rooted in music, creativity, and artistic expression. Her early years were filled with dance, theater, poetry, and music, all of which helped shape the passionate performer and storyteller she would become.
From a very young age, Linda knew she was called to create. As she often says, “I have always had the yearning to sing, write poetry, and create music.” While dance was her first artistic love, singing ultimately became the voice through which she would connect, heal, encourage, and uplift others. Throughout her remarkable career, Linda has performed nationally and internationally, sharing stages and collaborating with many accomplished artists and ensembles. Her musical journey has taken her from Los Angeles to Japan, Korea, Europe, Canada, Las Vegas, Hawaii, and beyond. She has performed with legendary artists and ensembles including Lionel Hampton and his Orchestra, Chester Whitmore’s Black Ballet Jazz, The Platters, Louis Burke’s Big Band, John Akal’s 21-Piece Ultra-phonic Jazz Orchestra, Jefferson Symphony Orchestra, and Cleo Parker Robinson Dance. Linda also had the honor of serving as an opening act for Babyface Edmonds.
Today, Linda is the founder, bandleader, and featured vocalist of Linda Theus-Lee’s Big Band | LTL Sings and Swings, a dynamic 17-Piece Big Band performing jazz, blues, pop, R&B, inspirational music, and timeless classics throughout Colorado and beyond. Known for her warm stage presence, soulful interpretations, and heartfelt connection with audiences, Linda continues to bring people together through the universal language of music. A poet and storyteller at heart, Linda also created and performed her acclaimed one-woman theatrical production, Show Case: A Singer’s Story, later renamed Rea’s Story. The production has been featured at venues including the Canon Theatre and Steinway Recital Hall in Los Angeles, the Crossroads Theatre and Shadow Theatre in Denver, and in Seoul, Korea, where it enjoyed a successful 14-day performance run.
Since relocating to Denver, Linda has continued to expand her artistic and community impact. She has performed the National Anthem for the Denver Nuggets at the Pepsi Center and has appeared at countless concerts, festivals, theaters, private events, weddings, fundraisers, and community celebrations. In addition to her performance career, Linda facilitates interactive music engagement and music therapy-style programs for residents in convalescent homes and memory care communities throughout Denver and Lakewood, using music to foster healing, joy, memory, movement, and emotional connection.
Beyond the stage, Dr. Linda Theus-Lee is deeply passionate about education, mentorship, wellness, and encouraging others to pursue their dreams despite adversity. She earned both her Master of Social Sciences degree and her Doctor of Education (EdD) from the University of Colorado Denver School of Education and Human Development. Her doctoral research explored the financial wellness, social wellness, belonging, and engagement experiences of first-generation, low-income undergraduate students of color.
Linda cherishes her husband Harold Lee, family, friends, gardening, community outreach, and opportunities to inspire youth and adult learners through music, education, and motivational speaking. Her life’s work reflects resilience, creativity, faith, scholarship, and service.
With heartfelt gratitude, Linda acknowledges that her gifts, opportunities, and journey are all manifestations of God’s grace.
✨ “If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you.” — Dr. Linda Theus-Lee, EdD ✨
To God Be the Glory.
Videos
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Linda Theus Lee at Dazzle Jazz. brother jeff video-Follow your road
Send In The Clowns
La Cour & Classic Pianos Present - Linda Theus-Lee & The Heartstrings
Educator & Motivator
Believe in Yourself at All Cost
Dr. Linda Theus-Lee earned both her Master of Social Sciences and Doctor of Education from the University of Colorado Denver School of Education & Human Development. She is a dynamic vocalist and bandleader of her 17-piece Big Band, as well as a motivational speaker, educator, and entrepreneur dedicated to inspiring others to believe in themselves and pursue education with purpose.
She also leads an interactive music therapy program in convalescent homes across Denver and Lakewood, using music as a tool for healing, connection, and joy.
Her commitment to community is reflected in her work developing a reading program at the Ford-Warren Library, mentoring girls across the community, and engaging student organizations through speaking and mentorship. Dr. Theus-Lee also served in the Air Force Reserve, further demonstrating her dedication to service and leadership.
​CU Denver Business School Staff Member
Wins Thomas Jefferson Award
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​DENVER— Linda Theus-Lee, was honored as a recipient of the prestigious Thomas Jefferson award for her demonstration of a strong commitment to the advancement of higher education, a deeply seated sense of individual civic responsibility and a profound commitment to the welfare and rights of the individual.
Award winners are those who embody and advance the ideals of Jefferson, the third U.S. president and a Founding Father whose influence shaped American arts, sciences, education and public affairs. The Jefferson Award recognizes CU faculty, staff and students who demonstrate excellence in the performance of regular academic responsibilities while contributing outstanding service to the broader community.
The Thomas Jefferson Award was established at the University of Virginia in 1951 by the Robert Earll McConnell Foundation to honor teaching faculty who exemplified the humanistic ideals associated with Jefferson. By 1962, six other institutions – including CU – had established a Jefferson Award. In 1980, the university added a student category; in 1988, the staff category was approved. Funding for the awards is derived from earnings on an endowment provided by the McConnell Foundation and from a bequest by Harrison Blair, a CU alumnus.
Dates
Upcoming Performances​
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CatFish King | 5454 Colfax
Dr. Linda Theus-Lee (Solo-Performance)
May 22, 2026
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Just a little bit of Music!
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Juneteenth Celebration | Mo' Betta Green Farmers Market "Annual Freedand om Celebration"
Dr. Linda Theus-Lee and Her 17 Piece Big Band
2401 Welton Street | Denver, CO
Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
Show Time: 5:00 - 6:00 PM
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Denver Botanic Gardens
Evenings Al Fresco
Dr. Linda Theus-Lee and Friends
Monday, July 27, 2026
Start time: 5:30 pm....(With 30 min sets...and 30 min. breaks)
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Jazz in the Park Series
Dr. Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
Charles Cousins Plaza
2401 Welton Street | Denver, CO
Friday, August 7, 2026
5:30 - 7:00 pm.
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Savoy
October 7, 2026
More information to come.
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Dazzle Presents: International Women's Day
Dr. Linda Theus-Lee's 17 Piece Big Band | LTL Sings & Swings.
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Doors: 5:30 pm | Showtime 6:30-8:00 pm
Location: 1080 14th Street | Denver, CO
Tickets: https://tickets.venuepilot.com/e/linda-theus-lee-her-amazing-17-piece-big-band-a-musical-tribute-to-the-legendary-women-who-changed-th-2d7ceb
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​Ongoing Community Activities:
Music & Physical Interaction Therapy Services Provided by:
Dr. Linda Theus-Lee at
Local Convalescent Home's in Denver & Lakewood. Activities include:​​​
- Individual | 1-1 Music Therapy
- Individual | 1-1 Physical Therapy
- Drum Circle Interactive | Memory Care Services / w Drumming, Music, & Conversation.
- Small Music & Vocal Interaction w/Residents
- Solo Vocal | Percussion Performance for Residents
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Past Events:
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Celebration for Dr. Linda Theus-Lee
Carl Jackson's (Bass) | Linda Theus-Lee, Vocals, | Carlos Castellblanch, Keys & Lance Croucher | Drums, Huge Ragen, Trumpet and Vince Wiggins, Flute
Brother Jeff 's Cultural Center
2836 Welton Street | Denver, Co 80205
May 1, 2025
7:00 - 9:00pm
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Denver Jazz & Spangalang Brewery Proudly Presents:
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
Friday, April 10, 2026 | 7-10 pm
2736 Welton Street | Denver, CO
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The Muse Performance Space
Linda Theus-Lee and Friends
A Tribute of Music | Aretha Franklin, Nina Simone, Chaka Khan and Originals
Saturaday, October 25, 2025
Doors: 6:00 pm | Showtime 7:00-8:30 pm
Location: 200 E. South Boulder Rd | Lafayette, CO 80026
Tickets: https://tickets.venuepilot.com/.../linda-theus-lee-2025...
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Estes Elk Fest | LTL Sings & Swings
The Music in Me Sees the Music in You
JustUs - Trio
September 27, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm -3:00 pm
Location: Estes Park | Colorado
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Dazzle Jazz Presents:
Linda Theus-Lee's Big Band | LTL Sings & Swings.
Monday, September 29, 2025
Doors: 6:00 pm | Showtime 7:00-8:30 pm
Location: 1080 14th Street | Denver, CO
Tickets: https://tickets.venuepilot.com/e/linda-theus-lee-s-big-band-ltl-sings-and-swings-2025-09-29-dazzle-the-arts-complex-denver-97d1f0
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Carl Jackson's (Bass) | Experience
feat: Linda Theus-Lee, Vocals & Percusions | Carlos Castellblanch, Keys & Lance Croucher | Drums
Brother Jeff 's Cultural Center
2836 Welton Street | Denver, Co 80205
July 4, 2025
7:00 - 9:00pm
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Venue Name: Keystone Resort Ina's Bridge Stage
Keystone Wine and Jazz Festival
Linda Theus-Lee, Harold Lee & Glenn Brown (JustUs)
July 12, 2025 | 1:00-4:30 pm.
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First Friday | Jazz in the Park
Linda Theus-Lee ...Swings!
2401 Welton Street | Denver, CO
Friday, August | 1 | 2025
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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Juneteenth | Celebration
Linda Theus-Lee and Friends
The Music in Me Sees the Music in You
Location: Mississippi Boy|Ribs & Catfish (Beautiful Venue & Family Restaurant)
5544 E. 33rd Avenue
Date: Friday, June 20th 2025
Show Time: 7:00 -10:00 PM
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Juneteenth | Mo' Betta Green Farmers Market "14 Annual Freedom Celebration"
Linda Theus-Lee and Friends
2401 Welton Street | Denver, CO
Date: Sunday, June 15th 2024
Show Time: 3:00 - 4:00 PM
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Denver Jazz 2025 Festival Presents:
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
Outside Concert
May 3, 2025 | Westminster High School's Joanna Ramsey Theatre 6933 N. Raleigh Street, Westminster, CO 80030
Showtime 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Mark Diamond & Friends
Vine Street Pub and Brewery
1700 Vine St.
Denver, CO 80206
May 8, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
John Akal, Drums | Linda Theus-Lee, | Vocals & Percussion | Tom Sandquist, | Keyboards.
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Full Cycle Bar & Cafe Presents:
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
2355 30th Street | Boulder | Colorado
May 24, 2025 | 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Ticket: TBD
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Linda Theus-Lee & Friends: In A Special Soulful Tribute to "Queen of Soul" Aretha Franklin
April 5, 2025 (Sold-Out)
7:00 p m - 9:30 pm
Location: Mississippi Boy Catfish & Ribs (Beautiful Venue & Family Restaurant)
5544 E. 33rd Avenue | 601.526.1090
Linda Theus-Lee - Denver Jazz Fest
Dive into an unforgettable evening at Mississippi Boy Catfish & Ribs
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Celebration of Women's HerStory Month...Sold-Out
Dazzle Jazz Presents:
Linda Theus-Lee | A Soulful Tribute to Patti LaBelle
Venue: 1080 14th Street, Denver, CO
Sunday, March 16, 2025 (Doors open at 5:00 pm)
Show Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
We are looking forward to sharing the magic of music with you all! May God bless you and take good care.
For ticket information and to secure your spot, please visit:
https://www.venuepilot.co/events/115027/orders/new
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Hazel Miller & Inner City Health Center Fundraiser Event:
February 27, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00
Location: Inner City Health Center
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Sportswomen of Colorado 51st Annual Awards Celebration:
Linda Theus-Lee Singing of the National Anthem
Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center
March 9, 2025
5:30 - 9:00 pm.
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Spangalang Brewery Happy Holidays
2736 Welton Street |Denver, CO 80205
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
December 27, 2024
Doors at 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
We are looking forward to sharing the magic of music with you all! May God bless you and take good care.
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Mississippi Boy Catfish & Ribs (Beautiful Venue & Family Restaurant)
5544 E. 33rd Avenue | 601.526.1090
December 21, 2024 | |5:00 pm -7:00 pm
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
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Spangalang Brewery Happy Holiday's
2736 Welton Street |Denver, CO 80205
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
December 27, 2024
Doors at 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
We are looking forward to sharing the magic of music with you all! May God bless you and take good care.
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Dazzle Late Night Music Set | El Chapultepec Piano Bar at Dazzle
Venue: 1080 14th Street, Denver, CO
Linda Theus-Lee, Vocals & Percussions & Carlos Castellblam, Piano | Just Friends | Duo
11/23/2024 | Time: 10:00 - 11:30 pm. (Musis Set)
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Windsor Gardens Restaurant
Carl Jackson's Innovations:
Family Reunion...all welcome!
Featuring:
Linda Theus-Lee on Vocals and Percussion
August 30, 2024 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
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Renaissance Hotel | 38th Quebec | Denver
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends:
Michael Horton Family Reunion...all welcome!
Sat., September 28, 2024, | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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First Friday | Jazz in the Park
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
2401 Welton Street | Denver, CO
Friday, October | 4 | 2024
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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Two Moons Music Hall
Linda Theus-Lee...Swings!
2944 Larimer Street | Denver, CO
Tuesday, 10/8/2024
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Bee Harris Retirement Celebration
Denver's Voice 37| Noor Event Center
October | 19 | 2024 -6:00 pm - Midnight
www.nooreventcenter.com
Call: 303.292.6444
Tickets: https://bit.ly/4aDq032
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Windsor Gardens Restaurant
Carl Jackson's Innovations:
Family Reunion...all welcome!
Featuring:
Linda Theus-Lee on Vocals and Percussion
August 30, 2024 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
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Renaissance Hotel | 38th Quebec | Denver
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends:
Michael Horton Family Reunion...all welcome!
Sat., September 28, 2024, | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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First Friday | Jazz in the Park
Linda Theus-Lee ...Swings!
2401 Welton Street | Denver, CO
Friday, October | 4 | 2024
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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​Solo |Performance | Linda Theus-Lee
Private event: August 10, 2024
Birthday Celebration for Mr. Ernie's 88th
What a blessing!
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Mo Better Greens | Community Farm Dinner
Linda Theus-Lee ...Solo Performance
Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
Show Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Location: 3561 N. Humboldt Street | Denver, CO
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2024 Black Arts Festival | Rebirth
Linda Theus-Lee ...Swings
Date: Saturday, July 13, 2024
Show Time: 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Location: Brother Jeff's Stage | City Park, Denver, CO
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Juneteenth | Mo' Betta Green Farmers Market "14 Annual Freedom Celebration"
Linda Theus-Lee and Jazzy Musical Messengers
2401 Welton Street | Denver, CO
Date: Sunday, June 16th 2024
Show Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
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2024 Five Points Jazz Festival
Linda Theus-Lee's 'Vocal Musical Journey'
Date: Saturday, June 8th 2024
Show Time: 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Location: Denver Arts & Venues Stage, 25th & Welton
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Sweet Feet Fundraiser | Rowan Community
Ron Ivory | Linda Theus-Lee | John Reed Austin
May 19, 2024
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
4601 E Asbury Circle
Denver CO 80222
$25.00 Donation
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Brother Jeff's Community Cultural Center
Proudly Presents:
Linda Theus-Lee & The Jazzy Music Messengers
Friday, May 24, 2024 | Free & Open to the Public
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2836 Welton Street
Denver, CO 80205
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Jefferson Park Pub
10th Anniversary Celebration
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
May 11, 2024
4:00 pm - 7:00
2445 Eliot Street
Denver, CO 80211
Music and More Music
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Celebration of Women's History Month...
Dazzle Jazz Presents:
Linda Theus-Lee in HerStory in Song
Venue: 1080 14th Street, Denver, CO
March 17, 2024 (Doors open at 5:00 pm)
Show Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
We are looking forward to sharing the magic of music with you all! May God bless you and take good care.
For ticket information and to secure your spot, please visit:
https://www.venuepilot.co/events/90086/orders/new#/
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CU Denver King Center
Performance w/Minister Daryl Walker
Legacy Choir
February 29 - 20, 2024
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Urban Spectrum Event
African Americans Who Make A Difference
Media Center | 29th & Welton
February 22, 2024
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
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12/21/2023
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Private Performance:
10/11/2023
Denver Center for the Performing Arts DCPA)
Solo Performance (Vocals, Percussions & iPad)
4:00 pm- 6:00 pm.
The Glass Top Bar (2023) @ the Arts Complex
The Linda Theus-Lee Trio features Clint Dadian on guitar, Harold Lee Jr. on saxophone and vocals, and Linda on vocals and percussion.
June 3, July 1, August 17 & Sept. 15th
5:00- 7:00 pm
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Charles Cousins Plaza 2401 Welton Street,
Linda Theus-Lee/Project: John Akal-Drums, Holly Halverson - Keyboards, Harol Lee Jr. - Saxophone, and Mark Stefaniw-Bassist
Sunday, June 18, 2023 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (in Celebration of Juneteenth 2023). Free to the Public. Presented by Beverly Grant, Founder of Betta Green MarketPlace.
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Spangalang on Welton -Presents
Tom Tilton's Quartet: Features Larry Henley-Bass, Linda Theus-Lee-Vocals, Tom Tilton-Drums-, and James Torres-Piano.
June 4, 2023 (1-4 pm)
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Lone Tree Performing Arts Center
Arts in the Afternoon: Lena, Nina, and Me featuring Linda Theus-Lee
Wednesday, March 15, 2023 - 1:30-3:00 pm
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends. A Musical Tribute:
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Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
Spangalang Brewery
2736 Welton Street, Denver, CO 80205
Friday, Feb. 3, 2023
7-00-9:00 pm
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Keystone Wine and Jazz Festival
Linda Theus-Lee (Solo Performance)
140 Ida Belle Dr., Keystone, CO 80435
Ina's Bridge Stage
Sunday, July 17, 2022
3:00 pm 3:55 & 4:05 pm - 5:00
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Agave Shore
2736 Welton Street, Denver - CO 80205
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
Thursday, July 28, 2022
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Ongoing Community Performances & Music Therapy
Rowan Community Center
Music therapy for Residents (individual)
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Atlanta Georgia - Marriott Hotel
Dez Rubano, Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
Jazz Concert
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Agave Shore
2736 Welton Street, Denver - CO 80205
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
Thursday, April 21, 2022
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Five Points Jazz Festival - Coffee at the Points
Linda Theus-Lee & Friends
Saturday, June 4, 2022
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Linda Theus-Lee & Harold Lee - Just Us
Tony P's Bar & Pizzeria
2400 W. 32nd Avenue, Denver 80211
Mar 11, 2022 - 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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Performance Acts
Whether performing solo, duo with her band or standing in front of an orchestra, Linda brings charm, passion, skill and a great desire to delight your audience.
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Media
Press
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For booking and information:
Call 303.880.6338
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Thank you for stopping by! I'd love to hear from you!
Linda