“Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song,” a musical event celebrating the centennial birthday of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, will be held Sept. 17 at the Fox Theatre.
The landmark concert will feature world-renowned artists performing live tributes and special guests celebrating Carter’s legacy, Tickets are $100 and are available to the public at FoxTheatre.org/JimmyCarter100 starting at 10 a.m. on Aug. 5.
The Carter Center said in a press release that the tribute will feature Chuck Leavell, D-Nice, Drive-By Truckers, Eric Church, GROUPLOVE, Maren Morris, The War And Treaty, and The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chamber Chorus. Emmy award-winner Rickey Minor will be the musical director for the show, which will feature appearances by celebrity guests including Dale Murphy, Killer Mike, and Sean Penn. Additional artists and presenters will be announced soon.
“Whether it was on his record player, on the campaign trail, or on the White House lawn, music has been – and continues to be – a source of joy, comfort, and inspiration for my grandfather,” said Jason Carter, President Carter’s grandson and chair of the Carter Center Board of Trustees. “I can think of no better way to celebrate him and his 100th birthday than a night of music.”
Delta Air Lines is the presenting sponsor for the event, which will benefit the Center’s peace and health work around the world.
According to the press release, the concept of a concert to honor Carter was born from his love of music, which has played a significant role in his life and career. During Carter’s successful 1976 presidential campaign, famous acts such as the Allman Brothers rallied to his message of change, honesty, and character.
“Back when Jimmy Carter was running for president, the Allman Brothers played concerts for his campaign because we believed in his vision for hope and change for America. We could never have imagined what a positive impact he would have on the entire world,” said Chuck Leavell, former keyboardist for the Allman Brothers and the Rolling Stones. “It’s an honor to play at his 100th birthday and celebrate a man whose legacy will surely continue to inspire future generations.”
Carter has been receiving in-home hospice care in Plains, GA for more than a year. His beloved wife, former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, died last November and he attended her memorial service at Emory University.
