Name: Winter Concerts at Happy Days Lodge: Zaire Darden Quartet
Start: 2026-02-18T18:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-18T21:00:00-05:00
Location: Happy Days Lodge

Winter Concerts at Happy Days Lodge: Zaire Darden Quartet

The Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Enjoy an evening with the rhythms and sounds of the Zaire Darden Quartet.

Happy Days Lodge

Concerts, Arts & Learning

Join the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park (CVNP) for concerts, arts in the park, and talks. There are so many ways to experience creativity and community in CVNP!

Join us at Happy Days Lodge to enjoy an evening with the Zaire Darden Quartet. This drum-centric ensemble will mesmerize you with their contemporary jazz sounds.Doors open at 6:30PM | Music begins at 7:00PMTICKETSConservancy Members: $20 | General Admission: $25VENUEOpen Seating | Cash Bar

Zaire Darden is a dynamic drummer and educator rooted in the Northeast Ohio jazz community. A native of the region, Darden studied Jazz Studies at the prestigious Oberlin Conservatory of Music, where he developed the technical and stylistic foundation that defines his versatile, contemporary approach to the drum set.Darden is an active performer throughout the Akron and Cleveland music scenes, frequently appearing alongside many of the area’s leading jazz musicians. His playing blends a deep sense of groove with a modern improvisational vocabulary, making him a sought-after collaborator for small groups, creative ensembles, and genre-crossing projects.He has been a part of several notable projects, including Christopher Coles’ Love Demon Song Cycle, live and studio recordings with regional artists such as bassist Jordan McBride, and various ensemble performances featured across Northeast Ohio’s vibrant jazz venues and festivals. His work can be heard on multiple recordings, including collaborations released on major streaming platforms.Recognized as one of the rising voices in the Akron jazz scene, Zaire Darden continues to shape the musical landscape through his artistry, professionalism, and steady presence in both creative and educational settings.

Concert in partnership with Rubber City Jazz and Blues Festival and sponsored by Cascade Subaru.

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