The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra live in Salem

Experience The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra live on October 18th

The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra will be performing at the Elsinore Theater in Salem, Oregon on October 18, 2026. The orchestra is renowned for its contributions to the Big Band and Swing eras of American music, characterized by lush arrangements, melodic trombone leads (historically featuring Tommy Dorsey himself), and a danceable rhythm section. The ensemble’s sound frequently incorporated popular vocalists and became a staple of radio and dance halls from the 1930s through the 1950s. While the original Tommy Dorsey passed away in 1956, the orchestra has continued under various leaderships, maintaining his musical legacy.

The Elsinore Theater opened in 1926 as a Vaudeville and movie palace. Designed in the atmospheric style by architect Fredrick A. Wolf, it originally seated over 1,400 patrons and featured ornate detailing intended to evoke a Spanish courtyard. After periods of decline and closure, the theater underwent significant restoration work completed in 2016. Today, it functions as a performing arts center hosting a variety of events including concerts, theatrical productions, films, and community gatherings.