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Jacksonville welcomes ‘The Billy Joel Songbook’ featuring Tony DeSare on October 3 and 4 at Jacoby Symphony Hall. Experience beloved Billy Joel hits with full symphonic orchestrations. A contest for a family four-pack of tickets is available until October 1, with ticket sales ongoing for both nights. This event is part of the Jacksonville Symphony’s exciting 2025-26 season, showcasing a range of classical and contemporary performances.
Jacksonville will host ‘The Billy Joel Songbook’ featuring acclaimed vocalist and pianist Tony DeSare on October 3 and 4, 2025. Both performances are scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. at Jacoby Symphony Hall, located in downtown Jacksonville, Florida. This concert promises to be an evening filled with the full symphonic orchestrations of songs made famous by the GRAMMY®-winning artist Billy Joel.
Attendees can expect to hear a selection of some of Billy Joel’s most beloved hits, including “Only the Good Die Young,” “Just the Way You Are,” “Piano Man,” “New York State of Mind,” “You May Be Right,” “Movin’ Out,” “My Life,” “Don’t Ask Me Why,” among many others. Tony DeSare, known for his signature vocals and robust piano style, will lead the audience through this melodic journey.
In addition to the performances, there will be a contest offering a chance to win a family four-pack of tickets to the show on Friday, October 3. The contest is available until Wednesday, October 1 at 11:59 p.m. Those interested in entering should be aware that if the contest form does not load, refreshing the page may resolve the issue. However, it should be noted that any technical failures regarding the contest are not the responsibility of local news platforms.
Tickets for both nights are also available for purchase online, providing a convenient option for those wishing to secure their seats for this unique musical experience. As part of the Jacksonville Symphony’s 2025-26 season, this concert is one of many exciting performances planned for the year, which will include works from both classical composers and contemporary artists like Billy Joel.
Season ticket holders are encouraged to renew their subscriptions by June 16, and single tickets to future symphony performances will go on sale on July 10, 2025. The opening performance of the new season will be ‘Video Games Live’ on September 19, 2025, adding variety to the musical offerings in Jacksonville.
Beyond ‘The Billy Joel Songbook,’ the Jacksonville Symphony will continue its popular Coffee and Symphony in 60 series, along with organ and jazz performances. Additionally, the schedule will feature guest artists such as pianists Alessio Bax, Lucille Chung, and others, highlighting the symphony’s commitment to innovative performances and collaborations across different musical genres.
For those in the region and lovers of live music, ‘The Billy Joel Songbook’ presents a wonderful opportunity to experience the timeless hits of Billy Joel, performed by the talented Tony DeSare alongside the Jacksonville Symphony. It’s an event that promises not only to entertain but to celebrate the vibrant musical culture of Jacksonville.
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- Action News Jax: Billy Joel Songbook Contest
- Jacksonville.com: Jacksonville Symphony 2025-26 Schedule
- Billy Joel Official: Concert in Jacksonville, Florida
- Action News Jax: Lottery Ticket Sold in Jacksonville
- Billy Joel Official: Concert Review
- Wikipedia: Billy Joel
- Google Search: Jacksonville Symphony
- Google Scholar: Billy Joel Music
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Billy Joel
- Google News: Jacksonville Symphony 2025
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