# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra: To Swing Through the Sky
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Jim Carroll, artistic director 
 
Conceived and written by Paul Glenshaw 
Musical Direction by Jim Carroll 
Stage Direction by Rick Davis 
Choreography by Lawrence Jackson 
Narration by Kevin Murray and Joseph W. Lane  

Celebrate the Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra’s 25th anniversary with a captivating evening of unforgettable music. This multimedia performance explores the shared histories of two great American institutions, jazz and flight. Last performed at the Hylton Center in 2015, To Swing Through the Sky combines elements of theatricality, dance, and stunning visuals. The performance includes songstress Darden Purcell, whose personal connection adds depth to the aviation narrative at the heart of the work. Author Paul Glenshaw notes, “Jazz and flight are cousins born and raised at just about the same time. They grew up rapidly and changed everything in science and in music at a shockingly fast and eerily consistent, parallel pace.” Led by founder, artistic director, and virtuoso saxophonist Jim Carroll, the Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra features many of the region’s finest musicians.
 
George Mason University’s Veterans and the Arts Initiative is proud to provide free tickets for Veterans and Servicemembers, available in person at the Hylton Center Ticket Office with ID (up to two tickets each).

This performance is appropriate for all ages. 

Tickets: $65, $55, $45; half-price for youth through Grade 12
Prices include fees.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manassas/metropolitan-jazz-orchestra-to-swing-through-the-sky/200030573662919
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, jazz, literary-art, science-fair, live-music
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 5

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Manassas
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 10960 George Mason Cir, Manassas, VA, United States, Virginia 20110
- **lat**: 38.75942
- **long**: -77.52454
- **full address**: 10960 George Mason Cir, Manassas, VA, United States, Virginia 20110

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra: To Swing Through the Sky
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/e08161d2a84d6b50c5e08b4092a83b4b143062dcd054c98f6e79e14e066ab780-rimg-w1200-h432-dc080808-gmir?v=1788182066

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra: To Swing Through the Sky being held?
  - **A:** Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra: To Swing Through the Sky takes place on Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 pm at 10960 George Mason Cir, Manassas, VA, United States, Virginia 20110.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra: To Swing Through the Sky?
  - **A:** Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra: To Swing Through the Sky is organized by Hylton Performing Arts Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra: To Swing Through the Sky is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manassas, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra: To Swing Through the Sky sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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