‘The Best Is Yet to Come’ delivers 25 Sinatra hits performed by 20 top artists in Plymouth debut
McGRATHPR.com – The stars are aligned, and the celebrity musicians are on board! Boston’s premiere all-star Rat Pack tribute big band sets up shop for “The Best is Yet to Come: A Swingin’ Affair’s Tribute to Sinatra,” on Sunday, June 22, 3 pm, at Spire Center for Performing Arts, 25 1/2 Court Street, Plymouth. Bandleader Steve Bass delivers 16 of Boston’s top professional instrumental artists, plus frontman vocalist Donnie Norton, and special guest vocalist Loren Benn for an all-out night of top-notch entertainment.
In honor of Frank Sinatra’s timeless music returning to Billboard 200’s “top 10” albums in 2025, A Swingin’ Affair presents 25 of Sinatra’s top hits, the voice of a generation, dovetailed among captivating stories of the “Rat Pack,” a little ol’ blue-eyes banter, and tunes served straight up with a twist from the Chairman of the Board’s swoon music anthology. “The Best is Yet to Come” features greater Boston’s all-star professional performing artists, convened in captivating swing and song – a rare opportunity! Revel in 16 inspired instrumentalists as they dive into the toe tappin’ Great American Songbook, showcasing the legendary tunes of Frank Sinatra and more. Swoon over the huge swingin’ sound of professional frontman vocalist Donnie Norton, and guest vocalist Loren Benn, as bandleader Steve Bass brings all the class, fun, and excitement of Sinatra’s soundstage to you! Hit songs include “Fly Me To the Moon” and “I’ve Got The World On A String,” “New York, New York,” and so much more, delivered with a twist from the circa-authentic stage set. No big band concert would be complete without a little dancing in the aisles, so wear your dancing shoes, and sway the night away!
“A Swingin’ Affair provides audiences with the rare opportunity to experience a full-size 16-piece professional big band with the industry’s top jazz musicians,” shares Bandleader Steve Bass. “Hear the original Sinatra and Rat Pack arrangements as they were intended, the very best in swing sound!”
“The Best is Yet to Come” features an exceptional roster of instrumental performing artists, frequently appearing in Boston’s top orchestras and ensembles and beyond, spanning saxophone, trumpet, trombone, upright bass, drums, and piano.
Tickets for “The Best is Yet to Come” are $40 general seating, available at spirecenter.org, and at the door. Paid parking is available in streetside meters and in a nearby garage, details at parkplymouth.com. A refreshment, wine and beer bar will be open for purchases before the performance and during intermission. The Spire Center is fully accessible. To learn more, email aswinginaffairband@gmail.com, visit A Swingin’ Affair at aswinginaffair.com, or follow on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube.
About A Swingin’ Affair
Award-winning big band A Swingin’ Affair features the most sought-after all-star professional performing artists in greater Boston, convened in swing and song – a rare entertainment opportunity! Revel in A Swingin’ Affair’s 16 inspired instrumentalists as they dive into the toe tappin’ Great American Songbook, exploring the legendary tunes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, and the timeless Rat Pack. Bandleader Steve Bass, frontman vocalist Donnie Norton, and special guest vocalists deliver the huge swingin’ sound, vibe, and excitement of Sinatra’s soundstage in concert! Hit songs include “Fly Me To the Moon,” “I’ve Got The World On A String,” “New York, New York,” and many more. Bask in favorite tunes of the era blended with sentimental stories about these legendary artists, delivered with a twist from the circa-authentic stage set.
In addition to Sinatra’s most popular recordings (most arranged by Nelson Riddle), A Swingin’ Affair performs hits from the era’s most recognizable crooners, delivering captivating music. No swinging performance would be complete without a little dancing in the aisles, so wear your dancing shoes and sway the night away!
In its dedication to sustaining the intrinsic value of music education, A Swingin’ Affair supports middle and high school instrumental students with world-class masterclasses led by top artists, preserving the living history of swing and jazz culture with today’s aspiring musicians.
To learn more about A Swingin’ Affair big band, or to explore opportunities for education benefit concert collaborations, visit aswinginaffair.com, email aswinginaffairband@gmail.com, or visit A Swingin’ Affair on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube.
