"Journey Through America's Songbook" featuring the Tar River Swing Band with Special Guests
Tue, May 12
|The Dunn Center
Celebrate the rich legacy of American music with the Tar River Swing Band as they take you on a Journey Through America’s Songbook
Time & Location
May 12, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
The Dunn Center, 3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804, USA
About the event
Celebrate the rich legacy of American music with the Tar River Swing Band as they take you on a Journey Through America’s Songbook. From the spirited sounds of Dixieland and the golden age of Swing to the soulful rhythms of Blues and Jazz, this concert honors the timeless styles that define our nation’s musical voice.
Joining the band for this unforgettable evening are acclaimed guest artists and favorites of the North Carolina Jazz Festival: vocalist, Lucy Yeghiazaryan; percussionist, Chuck Redd; trumpeter, Bruce Harris; trombonist, Charlie Halloran; pianist, Rossano Sportiello; and saxophonist, Ken Peplowski.
Come early and enjoy a lively pre-concert reception with hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and entertainment by members of the swing band (separate ticket required). Don’t miss this extraordinary night of jazz excellence and musical camaraderie—sure to be one of our season’s highlights!
Tickets
General Admission Adult
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Pre-Concert Reception Adult
The reception begins at 6:30 PM in Garner Lobby. Heavy hors d'oeuvres with beer and wine will be available. Members of the swing band will entertain.
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
General Admiss. Child/Student
College Students must show a valid student ID
$0.00
Pre-concert Reception Child
Up to age 17. The reception begins at 6:30 PM in Garner Lobby. Heavy hors d'oeuvres with beer and wine will be available. Members of the swing band will entertain.
$20.00
+$0.50 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00