Recognized as one of the best all-around dance bands, the orchestra will feature Iowa native Terry Meyers for a 7:30 p.m. concert.
During the Big Band era, Tommy Dorsey was known as the "The Sentimental Gentleman of Swing." His band could swing with the best of them, and no other group could come close when it came to playing ballads. Frank Sinatra 's career blossomed with the Dorsey orchestra years ago, and his vocals helped the band become more successful than ever. Sinatra admitted listening to Dorsey helped him develop his phrasing and breathing along with his musical taste and knowledge.
The music world lost Dorsey at an early age, but his musical legacy has transcended time. The TDO repertoire continues to entertain audiences of all ages throughout the world with such familiar tunes as "I'll Never Smile Again," "Hawaiian War Chant," "Night Train," "Blue Skies," "Once in a While and "Pennies From Heaven," to name a few.
Myers, known as one of the best reed players in the country today, was a band leader at Walt Disney World's EPCOT Center and also led the band at Rosie O'Grady's in downtown Orlando. Myers was one of the original members of Bill Allred's Classic Jazz Band in 1990. Buddy Morrow, former leader of the TDO, says, "His versatility and expertise on the clarinet and saxophone are a treat to the ears."
In conjunction with this concert, the CPAC will hold a live auction during intermission for a one-week stay at Grand Crowne Resort ($1,200 value) in Branson, Mo.
Advance tickets are available at DeWitt City Hall, 510 Ninth St. or online atwww.midwestix.com. Prices are $25 for adults; $22 for 60 Plus; and $10 for students K-12.
Tickets also will be available at the door: $28 for adults; $25 for 60 Plus; and $10 for students.
