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Hot House West recognized for expanding Salt Lake's music scene
Summary
The nonprofit Hot House West received recognition at the Governor's Mansion Artist Awards; band leader Nathan Royal described programs that, organizers said, reached tens of thousands of people last year and support local musicians' careers.
Governor Spencer Cox and First Lady Abby Cox recognized Hot House West at the Governor's Mansion Artist Awards, introducing the nonprofit's swing orchestra and community programs to attendees. The governor praised local artists and invited support for organizations that "elevate Utah's music scene." Nathan Royal, identified at the event as the band leader for Hot House West, accepted the recognition on behalf of the group.
Royal described Hot House West's evolution from a band into a nonprofit with four community programs: the Swing Orchestra, the Swing Collective, the Trash Moon Collective and West Moon Records. He said the organization conducted over 380 events last year, collaborated with about 180 musicians, and reached roughly 42,000 people in person through dances, concerts, workshops and community gigs. Royal framed the group's work as both cultural and economic, citing Austin's music industry contribution as an example of potential local benefit.
The program included performances of original pieces, such as "Sugar House Special," written by a band member, and vocal features from members of the Trash Moon Collective. Event hosts urged guests to support local musicians through donations and attendance at live events. Organizers invited attendees to learn more about Hot House West's community programs and upcoming events.
