The Smooth Set: 50s Jazz Classics
Indulge in an evening of relaxation as you sip and sway to the velvety sounds of 1950s jazz at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club’s recently reimagined Fairview Dining Room – a AAA Four Diamond lodging and dining destination nestled on Duke University’s scenic campus. “The Smooth Set: 50s Jazz Classics” invites guests into an evening of timeless elegance, where the silky stylings of legends like Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra set the tone for a refined yet relaxed dining experience.
Hosted in the Inn’s award-winning Fairview Dining Room from 5-8 p.m., a live DJ from Hunky Dory Durham will spin vinyl throughout the night, while a dedicated listening station lets guests experience the soulful stylings of jazz legends up close. Alongside the music, guests will savor a thoughtfully curated menu and a themed cocktail inspired by the era, with limited edition, vintage-inspired pricing — offered exclusively for the evening in celebration of the event and as a nod to the golden age of jazz — featuring a specialty entrée and dessert for $25 and a $10 cocktail. The full Fairview Dining Room menu will also be available at regular pricing.
The 1950s musical experience is part of the “Vintage Vibes” Vinyl Listening Series – a weekly program hosted by the Inn, immersing guests in the rhythm and culture of various musical eras in a refined, social atmosphere:
April 27 - Sweet Soul Revival: 60s Motown
Groove to legends like Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder and James Brown
May 4 - Boogie Fever: 70s Funk & Disco
Feel the rhythm with artists like Queen, David Bowie, Donna Summer and Earth, Wind & Fire
May 11 - Retro Rewind: 80s Radio Gold
Turn up the nostalgia with favorites such as Prince, Madonna, Michael Jackson and Cyndi Lauper
Reservations are encouraged, but not required, for this one-of-a-kind dining experience. To make reservations at the Fairview Dining Room, please call 919.493.6699 or secure your reservation online through OpenTable at https://www.opentable.com/fairview-dining-room. Guests are invited to visit the Inn’s Experiences page to learn more about the series: https://www.washingtondukeinn.com/experiences.
Strike the right note with an evening of nostalgic sound and flavor, perfectly composed to take you back in time.
