2025
FRIDAY MARCH 7 5:30PM
420 CENTRAL AVENUE
The Great Falls Symphony's biggest party and fundraiser of the year
Duende Libre is an award-winning jazz trio whose original music combines jazz virtuosity with roots rhythms from Cuba, Brazil, and West Africa into a “strikingly authentic blend.” Each having apprenticed with direct descendants and master musicians of these traditions, they consider themselves disciples of their teachers. The result: A euphoric new jazz that honors its historical roots, pushing open the boundaries of genre to invoke a powerful sonic freedom.
Pop Matters calls it “globally-inspired jazz with dimension.” You will encounter sizzling rhythms and grooving basslines, experimental meters and irresistible melodic hooks, all aglow with the technical virtuosity earned by decades of devotion to their craft.
Show your support of our youth programs as a headline sponsor!
Includes:
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table for 8 people in premiere seating near the stage
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four bottles of complimentary wine
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charcuterie board
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a delicious buffet-style dinner compliments of Enbar
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tons of recognition of your business!
Show your support of our youth programs and buy a corporate table!
Includes:
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table for 8 people in premiere seating near the stage
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two bottles of complimentary wine
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a delicious buffet-style dinner compliments of Enbar
GFSA Member Musicians must contact the GFSA office for tickets.
Includes:
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a delicious buffet-style dinner compliments of Enbar
Can't make it to the Black Tie + Blue Jeans but still want to contribute?
Silent Auction
In addition to the incredible music, food, and dancing, there will be an impressive silent auction that will feature irresistible items and experience packages from local businesses, artists and community members. Auction items range from a pheasant hunt on private land, to local dining and entertainment events, to a variety of products and services—there is something for everyone!
Balloon Pop
There will be a balloon pop prior to the start of the live auction where every balloon is filled with a Montana scratch ticket for a chance to win cash. The grand prize balloon will be filled with $500 cash!
Dessert Auction
There will also be the opportunity to vie for your favorite delectable desserts. Choose from an irresistible array of cupcakes, pies, and tarts you can enjoy after dinner!
Paddle Raise for Youth Orchestra and Music Education Programs
For those who don’t find the perfect item in the silent auction, there will be an opportunity to raise their paddles in support the Symphony’s educational mission and Youth Orchestra during the “Paddle Raise."
Support valuable youth programs while having a great time!
Each winning bid or purchase you make at our Black Tie Blue Jeans event supports the Great Falls Symphony's Youth Orchestra and many other education programs!
Every year the Symphony provides scholarships for private music lessons and Youth Orchestra participation, Youth Matinee performances for thousands of local elementary school children, sends members of the Chinook Winds quintet and Cascade Quartet to teach and give outreach performances to schools in the area, and runs the Youth Orchestra and Sinfonia programs for our city's aspiring young musicians.
This is all possible because of the generous support of Black Tie & Blue Jeans patrons, donations, and sponsors. So purchase your Black Tie & Blue Jeans tickets today and get ready to treat yourself to awesome auction items and indulge in great food, music, and company!
Thank you to our generous Headline Sponsors
Black Tie & Blue Jeans 2025!
