Star Songs

An intimate jazz matinée inspired by the night sky. Presented by Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory and Nashville Jazz Workshop. Created for this place and this moment, Star Songs brings together three distinctive artists for an intimate jazz performance inspired entirely by the stars, night sky and cosmos at one of the most unique venues in Nashville. • Hear Allison Young, Piper Jones and Cole Ritter come together for a one-of-a-kind set • Explore the newly renovated Dyer Observatory, and current exhibition celebrating the evolution of astronomical observation from generations of Vanderbilt astronomers. • Settle in for an intimate, jazz-club-inspired performance under the back patio tent, with a 90-minute set devoted entirely to music inspired by the stars and cosmos • Enjoy a beverage, light bites and time on the mountain before the performance begins • End your visit by looking up, with a complimentary telescope viewing through Dyer’s historic Seyfert telescope, weather permitting Come early for a beautiful sunset view, stay after the music for a look at the night sky and plan to end the evening by heading to a lovely dinner in Nashville. Your Ticket Includes • General admission to the 90-minute Star Songs performance with first-come, first-served seating • Access to the newly renovated Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, exhibition and grounds • Complimentary light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages (alcoholic beverages can be pre-purchased) • On-site parking • Post-performance telescope viewing through Dyer's historic Seyfert telescope (weather permitting) Star Songs happens rain or shine. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. In case of inclement weather that makes conditions unsafe at Dyer Observatory, ticketholders will be notified. Have a Drink with Us Alcoholic beverages are available for pre-purchase. Drink passes must be purchased in advance as an add-on when purchasing your event ticket. Limit one Drink Pass per person. Each Drink Pass includes up to two beer or wine beverages during the event. Alcoholic beverages CANNOT be purchased on site. No outside food or drinks are permitted. About Nashville Jazz Workshop Nashville Jazz Workshop (NJW) is a Nashville nonprofit dedicated to preserving and advancing jazz through performance and education. Founded in 1998, NJW operates the Jazz Cave, an intimate 74-seat listening room, and offers year-round classes, ensembles, and programs for musicians and audiences of all ages. About Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory Perched atop one of Nashville's highest points, Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory has been a place for connection, reflection and inspiration since 1953. Dyer welcomes thousands of Middle Tennesseeans each year through educational programs, cultural events, community gatherings and opportunities to experience the world from a different perspective. Home to the historic Seyfert Telescope and nine, expansive acres of scenic hilltop grounds, Dyer is a one-of-a-kind destination where science, culture and community come together, inviting visitors to slow down, look up and connect with one another.