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, 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.
Strike the right note with an evening of nostalgic sound and flavor, perfectly composed to take you back in time.
