The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra to Pay Tribute to Sinatra at Patchogue Theatre

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts (PTPA) is proud to present "The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra: A Tribute to Sinatra at 100" on Sunday, April 24, at 3 p.m.

In big band history, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra is recognized as one of the best all-around dance bands. It could swing with the best of them, and no other band could come close to Tommy's when it came to playing ballads. Tommy Dorsey, "The Sentimental Gentleman of Swing", was a master at creating warm, sentimental, and always musical moods - at superb dancing and listening tempos. Tommy sustained these moods through the arrangements of the likes of Paul Weston, Axel Stordahl and Sy Oliver, and he showcased singers who could project them brilliantly.

One of those singers was "Ol' Blue Eyes." Frank Sinatra's career blossomed with Tommy Dorsey, and, with Sinatra's vocals, the band became more successful than ever. Frank had often admitted that listening to Tommy helped him develop his phrasing and breathing, along with his musical taste and knowledge. The music world may have lost both Dorsey and Sinatra, but their legacies of great music have transcended time. On April 24, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra will pay tribute to Sinatra and his music, in celebration of his centennial birthday.

Today, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra still represents explosive and swinging big band entertainment at its very best. Tickets for "The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra: A Tribute to Sinatra at 100" are available online, by phone or at the box office. Ticket prices range from $25 to $65 plus fee. For more information on The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra or their performance, visit our website at PatchogueTheatre.org or call the box office at 631-207-1313.

The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra Pays Tribute to Sinatra at 100 on Sunday, April 24 at 3 p.m.

Patchogue Theatre first opened in 1923 as the largest theatre in Suffolk County. It still is, with the installation of 1,104 brand new seats during the 2016 renovation. Saved by Village of Patchogue in 1996 and lovingly restored it to its original grandeur, this beautiful and historic venue was in use 230 days with over 150,000 in attendance for its 2014-2015 season. PTPA is an independent community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that leases the building from the Village of Patchogue and covers all of the operating costs without any subsidies from the Village. PTPA's leadership consists of a volunteer board of directors and a small professional staff. Patchogue Theatre continues to thrive thanks to the hard work of over 80 volunteers as well as the businesses, funding agencies and individuals who support PTPA by contributing their time and resources. Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts is located at 71 East Main Street, Patchogue, N.Y., and can be reached at 631-207-1313 or by visiting PatchogueTheatre.org.

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