Thursday - May 21, 2026 - 6pm
Special Guest, The Swain High Jazz Band, will open.
The lobby opens at 5pm and the concert starts at 6pm.
Double Helix A Tribute to Steely Dan is an eight piece ensemble from Atlanta, Georgia, built for listeners who know this music inside and out. Created with a singular focus on precision and authenticity, the band is dedicated to delivering fully live performances that capture the detail, tone, and musical sophistication that define the catalog of Steely Dan.
This is not a casual tribute. Double Helix is made up of some of Atlanta’s top musicians, assembled specifically to handle the complexity and nuance of the material. Every arrangement is approached with intention and respect, resulting in performances that are both technically accurate and alive with energy. The grooves are tight, the harmonies are rich, and the musicianship is front and center.
Drawing heavily from the Aja era while spanning the band’s most essential work, Double Helix brings songs like “Do It Again,” “Reelin’ in the Years,” “Hey Nineteen,” “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number,” “Deacon Blues,” “Peg,” and “My Old School” to the stage with remarkable clarity and feel. Nothing is simplified, nothing is phoned in. Every note is there for a reason.
For those who have spent years listening closely to these recordings, Double Helix offers something rare: a chance to experience this music performed live with the level of care, precision, and musicality it truly demands.
Come and celebrate the Swain Arts Center as we complete our 25th year bringing the arts to our community. We are currently organizing an amazing show that will celebrate past performances as well as look to our next 25 years. Save the date on your calendar as this will be a wonderful night full of nostalgia. More details will be forthcoming.
SWAIN ARTS CENTER
Joe Holt, Director
1415 Fontana Road
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-3129 ext. 5136
Email: jholt@swainmail.org
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