Join us for an unforgettable Valentine’s Evening filled with smooth vibes and soulful tunes! Enjoy a special concert featuring the incredible Neo-Soul Jazz sounds of trumpeter Al Strong and bassist Chip Shearin. Whether you're celebrating love or just a love for great music, this night promises to be full of joy, groove, and unforgettable melodies. Bring your special someone or come solo—either way, it’s going to be a perfect night to relax and vibe to the rhythm of love!

Al Strong is an award-winning trumpet player, composer, recording artist, and educator. A cultural innovator, he is the co-founder of the non-profit the Art of Cool Project, which spawned the internationally recognized Art of Cool Music Festival. Known for his creative ability to seamlessly re-imagine existing works such as “Blue Monk”, “Fly Me To The Moon” and the classic “Lift Every Voice and Sing” Strong aims to challenge the boundaries of music while connecting with his audiences via familiar musical textures.

Chip Shearin is an acclaimed bassist, producer and composer. He has performed and/or recorded with a veritable who’s who of music icons, including jazz greats Donald Byrd and Dizzy Gillespie, soul icons Aretha Franklin and Gladys Knight, rap artists Grandmaster Flash and Tupac and contemporary pop stars Christina Aguilera and CeeLo Green. Chip’s career was jump-started when he laid down that iconic bass line for Sugar Hill Gang’s smash hit, “Rapper’s Delight.”

Official and authorized tickets are only sold through through Etix and the Cary Box Office