Jay Ungar's 80th Birthday Concert

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TEMPO Concert Hall ~ Doors 1 PM | Show at 2 PM Come celebrate an extraordinary musician, beloved teacher, and true pillar of the American folk music community: Jay Ungar, turning 80! For decades, Jay’s soulful fiddling, composing, and deep commitment to traditional music have inspired generations of musicians and listeners. Best known worldwide for the hauntingly beautiful “Ashokan Farewell,” Jay has devoted his life to keeping traditional music alive, bringing people together through music & dance, and helping make the Ashokan Center a home for learning, creativity, and community. Now it’s our turn to celebrate this wonderful guy and musical legend with an unforgettable afternoon of music, friends, family, and community. Featuring the Jay Ungar & Molly Mason Family Band Fiddle Fever Tony Trischka Natalie Merchant Vanaver Caravan Swingology David Amram Joe Newberry The Mammals Strawberry Hill Fiddlers and many more amazing performers to be announced! ❤️ All proceeds benefit the Ashokan Center. Come be part of this very special 80th birthday celebration and help honor Jay’s extraordinary musical legacy while supporting a place that means so much to him and to so many of us. Bring your friends. Bring your dancing shoes. Come celebrate Jay! Learn more about the Ashokan Center. @ashokancenter Jay Ungar’s 80th Birthday Concert Sunday, November 15th at 2 PM TEMPO Performing Arts Center 29 Wurts St. Kingston, NY 12401