Encore! 2025 Concert Series

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CONCERT SERIES

2025

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KELLY MCBANE

Fine & Performing Arts Manager, The Tribby

! e r o c n E Welcome to the Biggest Encore Season Ever Get ready for an incredible lineup of live performances from April to October 2025, featuring a mix of long-time favorites and exciting new shows. This year’s Encore Season is our most expansive to date, offering a captivating blend of country, classical, jazz, and pop.

We’re thrilled to introduce new acts like The Four C Notes and The Undercovers, alongside the return of beloved favorites. With so much variety, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable season of live entertainment at the Tribby. Secure your tickets today and experience the best yet!

Pop

BUTCH WAX & THE HOLLYWOODS THURSDAY, MAY 15 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public

Celebrating 40 years of electrifying performances, Butch Wax & The Hollywoods continue to captivate audiences across the nation! Missouri’s #1 band brings the best of the 60s and 70s to life with hits from iconic performers like The Supremes, Ray Charles, Frankie Valli, Smokey Robinson, The Righteous Brothers, Elvis, The Temptations, The Beatles, and Tina Turner.

JODIE DESALVO & TOM CIMARUSTI THURSDAY, MAY 22 | 7 P.M. $25 Resident | $35 Public

Spend A Night at The Movies with Jodie on piano and Tom on accordion as they present the greatest movie themes from the last 80 years—including classics like The Godfather, Dr. Zhivago, Star Wars, Love Story, Phantom of the Opera, and many more!

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THE FOUR C NOTES THURSDAY, JUNE 5 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public

Renowned as the Midwest’s premier Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons tribute band, the Four C Notes are dedicated to authenticity as they masterfully recreate the signature sound and dance moves that made the original Newark group a sensation in the 1960s. With a dedication to the original iconic style and spirit, the Four C Notes transport audiences back to a golden era of music.

PAUL TODD JR.

THURSDAY, JUNE 19 | 7 P.M. $25 Resident | $35 Public Experience the timeless music of Michael Bublé in this unforgettable concert event! Accomplished entertainer Paul Todd Jr. brings Bublé’s greatest hits to life, along with classics from Sinatra, Darin, and more. Don’t miss this incredible evening of music and song.

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YACHT ROCK GOLD THURSDAY, JULY 10 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public

Get ready to set sail on a smooth musical journey with the Yacht Rock Gold Experience! This electrifying tribute brings back all your favorite hits from the late 1970s to early 1980s, celebrating the timeless, feel-good sounds of legendary artists like the Doobie Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross, Kenny Loggins, Little River Band, Ambrosia, Boz Scaggs, and more. With flawless harmonies and incredible musicianship, Yacht Rock Gold captures the spirit of an era when music soothed the soul and made life a little sweeter.

THE UNDERCOVERS

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public

In Rogers, Richie & Robinson, The Undercovers celebrate the massive talents of Kenny Rogers, Lionel Richie, and Smokey Robinson. Enjoy beloved hits like Kenny’s The Gambler, Lionel’s Hello, and Smokey’s Cruisin’, reinterpreted with The Undercovers’ signature touch. Vocalists Luke McMaster, Kevin Pauls, and Joel Parisien go beyond the music, sharing behind-the-scenes stories of these iconic, chart-topping pioneers who transcended musical genres.

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SEASON OPENER!

Big Band & Jazz & Soul

TOMMY DORSEY ORCHESTRA THURSDAY, APRIL 17 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public

In Big Band history, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra is recognized as one of the best all-around dance bands. Popular almost from the moment it signed with RCA Victor in 1935, no other band could come close when it came to playing ballads—especially with the addition of Frank Sinatra as male vocalist. Opus One, Song of India, I’ll Never Smile Again, Marie, and Boogie Woogie are part of a string of hit records that continue to be performed by the Orchestra today.

Under the direction of Jeff Bush, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra continues the exciting Big Band tradition for audiences worldwide.

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DANNY SINOFF QUARTET

Featuring Special Guest, Trumpeter Benny Benack III FRIDAY, MAY 9 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public Back by popular demand, The Danny Sinoff Quartet presents Jazz with Soul, Swing, and Style—an unforgettable night of swinging jazz, soulful melodies, and virtuosic improvisation. Joined by the incredible Benny Benack III on trumpet, a powerhouse musician known for his electrifying performances and smooth, effortless style, the quartet brings a fresh yet timeless approach to jazz, drawing inspiration from legends like Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, and Oscar Peterson.

JARROD LAWSON TUESDAY, MAY 13 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public

Rising star Jarrod Lawson’s career has skyrocketed since his critically acclaimed sophomore album, Be the Change, debuted at #1 on Amazon’s Jazz Albums chart and #2 on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Albums chart. With rich, heartfelt lyrics and smooth, captivating vocals, Jarrod’s music is both a throwback to classic soul and a step forward in modern jazz. Lawson will perform hits like his soulful remake of the Isley Brothers’ Footsteps in the Dark and selections from his groundbreaking albums. His unique artistry and dynamic stage presence promise an unforgettable evening of music.

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STEPHANIE TRICK & PAOLO ALDERIGHI TUESDAY, MAY 20 | 7 P.M. $25 Resident | $35 Public

With Remember, the piano duo of Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi celebrates the composers and performers who created The Great American Songbook and brought popular music to audiences through radio, Broadway shows, and the silver screen.

These songs live because of memorable performers like Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, Bing Crosby, and Fred Astaire. Trick and Alderighi will present their original arrangements of compositions by Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Harold Arlen, and more.

STARDUST MEMORIES BIG BAND Featuring Vocalist Danny Sinoff THURSDAY, JUNE 12 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public

Experience the iconic sounds of the 1940s and 50s with original arrangements of timeless Big Band hits, including Little Brown Jug, Moonlight Serenade, Stompin’ at the Savoy, and more. Then, enjoy a taste of Broadway with dazzling instrumentals and Danny Sinoff’s show-stopping vocals on classics like Everything’s Coming Up Roses, This Could Be the Start of Something Big, On the Street Where You Live, and Luck Be a Lady.

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PAUL GAVIN JAZZ TRIO THURSDAY, AUGUST 14 | 7 P.M. $25 Resident | $35 Public

The Paul Gavin Trio presents the dynamic and beautiful music of Count Basie and Duke Ellington—a pair of legendary composers who shaped the Big Band sound.

Drummer Paul Gavin, along with pianist Zach Bartholomew and bassist Brandon Robertson, will bring these larger-than-life compositions into the intimate jazz trio setting, where you’ll hear their beauty and sensitivity.

ZACH BARTHOLOMEW TRIO TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 | 7 P.M. $25 Resident | $35 Public

Award-winning pianist Dr. Zachary Bartholomew and his trio from Miami deliver an exciting and unforgettable performance celebrating jazz icon Armando “Chick” Corea. A renowned pianist-composer and prolific explorer of jazz and classical music, Chick is a DownBeat hall-of-famer, 27-time Grammy winner, and one of America’s most creative and prolific musical forces. The concert will also feature some of Bartholomew’s original music that pays homage to this larger-than-life musical legend.

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DECYO MCDUFFIE

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 | 7 P.M. $25 Resident | $35 Public Step into the golden age of jazz as awardwinning jazz vocalist Decyo McDuffie presents a spectacular tribute to the legendary Nat "King" Cole. With a voice that echoes the warmth and elegance of the greats, McDuffie brings Cole’s timeless classics to life, from Unforgettable to Mona Lisa and L-O-V-E. Audiences have compared McDuffie’s smooth, velvety tones to the likes of Johnny Mathis and Nat King Cole himself, making his first Tribby performance one you won’t want to miss.

Classical

SANIBEL DUO

TUESDAY, APRIL 29 | 7 P.M. $25 Resident | $35 Public

Violinist Renata Arado and pianist Erik Entwistle, both Sanibel residents, have been performing together for eight years. The Duo is delighted present a varied and uplifting program of inspired classical works—from the rhythmic buoyancy of Martinů’s jazz-inspired Arabesques to the soothing strains of Schubert’s Sonatina in D major, in addition to favorites like Rachmaninov’s Vocalise and Monti’s Czárdás.

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JAVOR BRACIC

TUESDAY, MAY 6 | 7 P.M. $25 Resident | $35 Public In A Musical Bridge Between Croatia & America, pianist Javor Bracic explores the rich connections between Croatian and American classical composers.

This unique program spans the 19th and 20th centuries, showcasing a diverse range of styles—from romantic lyricism to cinematic impressionism and jazz-infused brilliance.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21 | 7 P.M. $25 Resident | $35 Public Immerse yourself in an evening of poetic, soulful, and exhilarating music as acclaimed pianist Javor Bracic brings the timeless works of Frédéric Chopin to life. Taking listeners on a journey through the composer’s most beloved works—in a stunning selection of waltzes, mazurkas, fantasies, nocturnes, and scherzo—Bracic showcases Chopin’s extraordinary ability to blend lyricism, dance rhythms, and virtuosity.

CON BRIO STRING QUARTET THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 | 7 P.M. $25 Resident | $35 Public

Hailing from Boca Raton, Con Brio is delighted to return to Shell Point after triumphant performances in cities like Paris, Washington D.C., and New York. Con Brio’s program includes works by innovative American composer and violinist Caroline Shaw, whose music has been described as “irreverent, inventive, and allinclusive.” The program also includes music by the Father of the Quartet, Joseph Haydn, and his famous pupil, Ludwig Van Beethoven.

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Country

PAIGE KING JOHNSON TUESDAY, JUNE 10 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public

Paige King Johnson’s Honky Tonk Sweethearts is a nod to the legends on whose shoulders she stands. With her distinctively traditional country style, Johnson covers hits from Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Trisha Yearwood, and Pam Tillis, for whom she has opened at the Grand Ole Opry.

THE NASHVILLE BRASS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public

Discover the vibrant and exhilarating sounds of The Nashville Brass, a band that seamlessly blends the rich tones of brass instruments with the soulful essence of country music. Led by the talented Herb Bruce, The Nashville Brass delivers a highenergy performance that captivates audiences of all ages. With their unique musical style and dynamic stage presence, they promise an unforgettable experience that will leave you tapping your feet and wanting more. The Nashville Brass brings a refreshing and lively twist to the country music scene.

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Dance

GULFSHORE BALLET PRESENTS COPPÉLIA

Featuring Principal Dancers Zoila Peña and Kaique Barbosa SATURDAY, MAY 3 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public

Step into the enchanting world of Coppélia, a whimsical ballet full of humor, romance, and stunning choreography! Coppélia tells the delightful story of Swanilda and Frantz, a spirited young couple whose love is tested by a mysterious inventor and his lifelike doll. Zoila Peña brings grace and charm to the role of Swanilda, while Kaique Barbosa dazzles as the playful and curious Frantz.

Together, their chemistry lights up the stage.

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GULFSHORE BALLET PRESENTS CARMEN

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public Gulfshore Ballet presents the dramatic and timeless tale of Carmen. Featuring stunning choreography and music that captures the heart of Spain, this performance will transport you into a world of love, jealousy, and fate.

Adding to the magic, we are thrilled to welcome principal dancers from Miami, whose extraordinary artistry and talent promise to bring this classic story to life like never before.

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EMILY ANN THOMPSON THURSDAY, JULY 24 | 7 P.M. $25 Resident | $35 Public

From fast, high-energy jigs and reels to soulful airs and enchanting songs, Emily Ann’s performance is a captivating celebration of Celtic traditions. A multi-talented artist, Emily Ann combines brilliant fiddling with foot percussion and sings beautifully in both English and Irish Gaelic. Joining her is her husband, Kelly Thompson, whose rhythmic guitar, percussion, and rich vocals add depth and energy to the performance. Together, Emily Ann and Kelly create a vibrant and entertaining showcase of traditional Irish, Scottish, and Canadian fiddle tunes.

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Broadway

SOME ENCHANTED EVENING RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN THURSDAY, APRIL 24 AND FRIDAY, APRIL 25 | 7 P.M. $40 Resident | $50 Public

Rediscover the music of Rodgers and Hammerstein in this delightful musical revue that takes the audience on a romantic and nostalgic journey through some of the greatest Broadway hits of all times, including Oklahoma, Carousel, The Sound of Music, South Pacific, State Fair, The King and I, and many, many more.

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Florida Gulf Coast University

Student Concerts

FGCU VOCAL RECITAL MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 $25 Resident | $35 Public

Experience the extraordinary talent of the next generation of vocal artists!

Students from the prestigious Bower School of Music & the Arts at Florida Gulf Coast University will take the stage for an inspiring afternoon of classical and contemporary vocal performances. From soaring arias to heartfelt ballads, these gifted musicians will showcase their artistry, technique, and passion for music.

FGCU WIND ORCHESTRA MONDAY, OCTOBER 20 $25 Resident | $35 Public

This powerful and dynamic performance by the FGCU Wind Orchestra features the finest student musicians from Florida Gulf Coast University’s Bower School of Music & the Arts. Experience an exhilarating program of symphonic wind ensemble repertoire, from classical masterpieces to bold contemporary works, presented with energy, precision, and passion.

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POP Butch Wax & The Hollywoods Jodie Desalvo & Tom Cimarusti The Four C Notes Paul Todd Jr. Yacht Rock Gold The Undercovers

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Stardust Memories Big Band Paul Gavin Jazz Trio Zach Bartholomew Trio Decyo McDuffie

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CLASSICAL Sanibel Duo Javor Bracic Con Brio String Quartet Javor Bracic

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COUNTRY Paige King Johnson The Nashville Brass

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Stephanie Trick & Paolo Alderighi Tuesday, May 20

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