Experience a Magical John Denver Christmas Concert at Heritage Center

DUBUQUE, Iowa - Experience a magical holiday show with John Denver Christmas, presented by the Dubuque Arts Council and sponsored by MidWestOne Private Wealth, at 7:30 p.m. Friday, December 13, 2024, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center, University of Dubuque.

The music of John Denver is timeless and well-known. Layne Yost's John Denver Christmas is a faithful tribute that pays homage to the music and the man.

"Layne Yost performed in our summer concert series in 2023, and he just did an excellent job," said Dr. Hunter Fuerste, vice president of the Dubuque Arts Council Board of Directors. "Layne Yost really brings John Denver's music to life and makes it relevant with his stories and selection of hits. To have him come back now and do a concert of Christmas tunes, we're all excited. It will be a fun night."

Yost, Carol McDowall, and Jon Shimoda capture the simple soul of John Denver's music through guitar, fiddle, and upright bass arrangements. Song selections include "Christmas for Cowboys," "Christmas Like a Lullaby," "Rocky Mountain High" "Sunshine on my Shoulders," "Leaving On a Jet Plane," "Aspenglow," "Annie's Song," and other greatest hits and Christmas favorites. Woven within the music are stories that give insight into John Denver's life and legacy.

"Country roads look just as wonderful in the winter," Yost said. "We loved playing for the wonderful folks at the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens last year, and can't wait to return to Dubuque."

Don't miss this wonderful show that will take you back and remind you of simple things that remain true.

Tickets are $20 to $30 plus fees. Stop by the Farber Box Office, Heritage Center, 2255 Bennett Street; call 563.585.7469; or visit www.dbq.edu/HeritageCenter to purchase tickets. The box office is open from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 90 minutes prior to events.

Patrons are encouraged to purchase tickets online for reduced ticket handling fees.

John Denver Christmas is a bonus event hosted by a third party at Heritage Center.

About the Dubuque Arts Council
Founded in 1969, the Dubuque Arts Council has been a cultural pillar in the community, dedicated to educating and entertaining. Through diverse, multi-disciplinary, artistic, and educational opportunities, the council continues to enrich the lives of residents and elevate the cultural landscape in the Dubuque area. Learn more at dubuqueartscouncil.com.