The Carter Center has announced plans to host “Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration of Song,” an all-star music event celebrating the centennial of the birth of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter.
The concert is scheduled for September 17, 2024 at Atlanta’s historic Fox Theater and will feature a multi-genre lineup including Chuck Leavell, D-Nice, Drive-By Truckers, Eric Church, GROUPLOVE, Maren Morris, War & Treaties and the Atlanta Symphony Chamber Chorus.
Emmy winner Rickey Minor will serve as musical director for the event, which will also feature appearances from 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 was and continues to be a source of joy, comfort and inspiration for my grandfather,” said Jason Carter of President Carter. Grandson of Carter Center Board Chairman. “I can’t think of a better way to celebrate him and his 100th birthday than a night of music.”
“When Jimmy Carter ran for president, the Allman Brothers performed concerts for his campaign because we believed in his vision of hope and change for America. We could never have imagined that he would have such a positive impact on the entire world,” said Chuck Leavell, former keyboardist for the Allman Brothers and the Rolling Stones. “I am honored to serve him on what would have been his 100th birthday and celebrate his legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come.”
In honor of Jimmy Carter’s 100th birthday, tickets go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. Aug. 5, starting at $100, and can be purchased at FoxTheatre.org/JimmyCarter100.
Proceeds from the concert will support the Carter Center, furthering the work of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter promoting peace and improving health around the world.
The event will be executive produced by the award-winning team of ROK Productions and Diversified Production Services (DPS), with Elizabeth Kelly and Carly Vaknin serving as executive producers.
