James & Joel – Great American Songwriters
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Jimmy Dean Theater
3pm
Celebrating the music and stories behind the songs of great American songwriters James Taylor and Billy Joel.
Tickets:
Adult: $40.00 (+ fees)
Senior/Military: $32.00 (+ fees)
Student: $15.00 (+ fees)
The Perk Experience: $55 (+ fees) **See below for Details**
About the Show - A Few Words from Clay Mottley
James Taylor and Billy Joel were staples on the radio as I was growing up. I started out taking piano lessons before switching to guitar, and it felt like if you wanted to be considered a real musician, you had to learn their songs. In fact, “Sweet Baby James” was the very first song I taught myself on guitar.
What sets these two apart from many other hitmakers is that they didn’t peak early—they kept evolving. Their later work is every bit as powerful and meaningful as their early hits, and the stories behind the music only deepen that connection.
In James & Joel, I take the audience on a journey through the stories behind their most beloved songs—as well as a few of my favorite deep cuts—sharing insights from the artists themselves and offering my own interpretation of these timeless classics.
The Perk Experience:
Step into something special with The Perk Experience—an exclusive ticket offering at the Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education. For just $50, patrons can elevate their evening at any Perkinson Center Signature Event or Concert.
This premium ticket includes:
Priority seating in the highly sought-after Rows J & K
Drink vouchers to enjoy your favorite refreshment
An invitation to an intimate pre-concert reception, complete with complimentary hors d'oeuvres
Make it more than a performance—make it an experience. Treat yourself or a guest to The Perk Experience and enjoy the arts in style.
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