In this episode of State of Art, host Bree Pappan dives into Pueblo’s evolving music scene with three dynamic voices who are shaping its future: Marc Sabatella, Aaron Zimola, and Brock Kilgore. Each brings extraordinary experience in music, education, and cultural innovation, and together they paint a compelling picture of what it means to build a thriving creative community from the ground up. From jazz and classical to local showcases and educational outreach, these musicians are on a mission to amplify Pueblo’s soundscape and create new opportunities for collaboration.

Marc Sabatella, a renowned musician and educator, shares how his journey led him to found the Pueblo Musicians Hangout, a growing collective that meets at Analogue Records and Books to exchange ideas, spark projects, and foster a spirit of mentorship. Aaron Zimola, an accomplished violinist and entertainment industry marketing executive, reflects on his move from Los Angeles to Pueblo and why smaller cities like Pueblo offer fertile ground for creatives to truly thrive. Their conversation reveals the power of connection, vision, and resilience in building a vibrant arts ecosystem.

Together with multi-talented musician and educator Brock Kilgore, the trio explores their hopes for Pueblo’s musical future. They share ideas about jam sessions, local festivals, cross-genre collaborations, college preparation for emerging talent, and the dream of a community music center where creativity can flourish every day. This is more than a meetup. It is a movement. Tune in and be inspired by the passion, purpose, and possibilities resonating through Pueblo’s musical heartbeat.

CONTACT: Pueblo Musicians Hangout | Marc Sabatella | TEL 303.241.1106 | marc@outsideshore.com