YOUNGSTOWN, OH (July, 27, 2026): The One and Only Tommy Dorsey Orchestra will swing into the Concert Hall at Stambaugh Auditorium on Thursday, December 10, 2026, at 7:30pm. Doors will open at 6:30pm. 

Carrying on the legacy of one of the most celebrated orchestras of the Swing Era, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra continues to delight audiences around the world with the timeless music that made Tommy Dorsey, “The Sentimental Gentleman of Swing,” a household name. From unforgettable classics like I’m Getting Sentimental Over You, Marie, Opus One, and I’ll Never Smile Again, the orchestra delivers an evening of sophisticated swing, romance, and nostalgia that spans generations.

Adding a special local connection to the evening is Music Director Jeff Bush, a graduate of Youngstown State University. Bush first joined the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra in 2000 under legendary bandleader Buddy Morrow and, after an acclaimed international performing career, returned in 2024 to lead the orchestra as its Music Director. Throughout his career, Bush has performed with Harry Connick Jr., The Count Basie Orchestra, Frankie Valli, The Temptations, The Four Tops, and numerous Broadway productions. He also previously served on teh faculty at Youngstown State University, making this performance a meaningful homecoming for the accomplished trombonist and educator.

“Having Jeff Bush return to Youngstown to lead one of America’s most iconic orchestras makes this performance especially exciting for our community,” said Dani Dier, Chief Business Officer of Stambaugh Auditorium. “His connections to Youngstown State University and remarkable career are something our audiences can take great pride in, and we are thrilled to welcome both Jeff and this legendary orchestra to Stambaugh.”

Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the Big Band era, or discovering these timeless melodies for the first time, The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra promises an unforgettable evening of exceptional musicianship and classic American music. 

Tickets will be available starting Friday, July 31 at 10:00am at stambaughauditorium.com, calling the Stambaugh Auditorium Box Office at 300-259-0555, or visiting the YourArts Box Office at 260 W. Federal St. in Youngstown during regular business hours.