University of Dubuque
01/08/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/08/2025 09:44
Tommy Dorsey Orchestra to Perform at Heritage Center
DUBUQUE, Iowa - The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, February 7, 2025, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center. The concert is part of the 12th annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series.
| WHAT: | Tommy Dorsey Orchestra |
| WHEN: | 7:30 p.m. Friday, February 7, 2025 |
| WHERE: | John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center, University of Dubuque |
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TICKETS: |
- $35 to $45 Plus Fees - UD affiliates receive a $5 discount. UD students may attend all Heritage Center events for free. |
Jeff Bush began his association with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra in January 2000 when he was hired by bandleader and legendary trombonist Buddy Morrow. Bush toured with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and was entrusted to play many of the iconic Tommy Dorsey solos and, on occasion, lead the band in Morrow's absence. Bush has said he is honored to carry on the Dorsey tradition in leading the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra.
Tommy Dorsey, who passed away in 1956, was an extremely successful bandleader from the 1930s. His technical skill on the trombone was unmatched and made him world renowned amongst musicians and the public. He had a string of hit records including Opus One, Marie, and Song of India.
In 1939, Frank Sinatra left the Harry James Orchestra to join Dorsey and made his first public appearance with the band in early 1940. Sinatra credited Dorsey with teaching him breath control, and he stayed with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra until September 1942 when he embarked on his iconic solo career.
A free pre-show reception for "Heroes in Black & White: David Lee Barba" will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, February 7, 2025. The exhibit will be open Monday, February 3, 2025, to Friday, March 28, 2025.
Tickets may be purchased now! Stop by the Farber Box Office, Heritage Center, 2255 Bennett Street; call 563.585.7469; or visit www.dbq.edu/heritagecenter to purchase tickets. The box office is open from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 90 minutes prior to events.
Patrons are encouraged to purchase tickets online for reduced ticket handling fees.
The Heritage Performing Arts Loyalty System (H-PALS) allows patrons to earn rewards with most ticket purchases. For every $200 spent on eligible events, patrons will receive one free ticket (valued up to $50) to their choice of eligible event. Reward points are redeemable for Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series events only. Visit www.dbq.edu/heritagecenter for more details.