Ruben Studdard sings Luther Vandross at Schermerhorn Symphony Center

Ruben Studdard

Be there as American Idol winner Ruben Studdard pays tribute to one of his idols, showcasing his extraordinary vocals on selections from Luther Vandross’ legendary career during a performance that re-creates the wardrobes, lighting and production elements that made Luther’s concerts so memorable. Presented without orchestra Sunday, March 8, 2020, 7:30 p.m. at Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

Imagine… The vocals and music performed like Luther performed them in concert… With hits such as: Always And Forever, Never Too Much, Superstar, A House Is Not A Home, Power Of Love, Here And Now, So Amazing, Stop To Love, I’d Rather, Dance With My Father… and many more. It’s a magical night out – a special concert event for Ruben fans and millions of Luther Vandross fans who long for his music – who now have a show that comes very close to the feeling of his memorable concerts – it’s a vocal tribute to his remarkable talent.

There will never be another Luther Vandross, and no other voice comes closer to him than Ruben Studdard – the remarkable singer who was hailed as the “next Luther” during his American Idol run, and was nominated for a Grammy for singing “Superstar”

This is as close as you’ll get to a Luther show! Produced by Stig Edgren – the creative force who staged events for numerous popes and presidents, created “Elvis Presley – In Concert”,  The Colors Of Christmas, designed shows for Earth, Wind & Fire, Gloria Estefan, and created Natalie Cole’s “Unforgettable” live video.

Mark your calendars now for these amazing upcoming concert events at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in March:

Kool and the Gang

Kool & The Gang, 3/22 Sunday 7:30 p.m.  Be there as Kool & The Gang showcase their trademark blend of soul, funk, jazz, rock and pop in their first Nashville appearance in nearly a decade. Formed 50 years ago by brothers Robert and Ronald Bell, these spectacular GRAMMY®-winning musicians have performed together continuously longer than any other group in R&B history. Get ready to dance and sing along to some of the most iconic dance hits of all time! Hits include: Celebration, Jungle Boogie, Hollywood Swinging, Ladies Night, Get Down on It, Too Hot, Cherish, Joanna, and many more.

Disco Fever With The Nashville Symphony: 3/26 Thursday 7:00 p.m.; 3/27 Friday 8:00 p.m.: and 3/28 Saturday 8:00 p.m. It’s a Boogie Wonderland featuring four spectacular singers and dancers with your Nashville Symphony. Come celebrate the great songs of the ’70s, with orchestrations written and arranged by Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez. Take a trip down memory lane with an onstage dance-off and nonstop hits including That’s the Way (I Like It), It’s Raining Men, We Are Family, I Will Survive, Stayin’ Alive, The Hustle, and Hot Stuff. Wear your finest disco attire, and come early ready to dance, dance, dance the night away under the Disco ball, with a Disco Fever Pre-Show Party in the Lobby, as DJ Bama spins your favorite hits.

Boom Boom Bam!

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