7th Annual DANNY GATTON BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

The Birchmere hosts the seventh annual celebration of the life and music of guitar legend Danny Gatton, bringing together a stellar lineup of musicians who share Gatton’s deep roots in Americana, blues, rockabilly, and jazz. The evening highlights Gatton’s virtuosic style and enduring influence through performances by friends and fellow players, creating a lively tribute to the “telemaster” who redefined electric guitar technique.

When: Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 7:30 pm.

Showtime: Doors and show begin at 7:30 pm.

Tickets: $39.50 for the general admission ticket, which increases to $53.65 when purchased through Ticketmaster due to service fees. Tickets bought directly at the Birchmere Box Office are $46.50. The box office is open any night the venue has a show, from 5:00 to 9:00 pm.

Lineup: Featuring Dave Elliot, John Previti, Redd Volkaert, David Chappell, Rick Whitehead, Bruce Swaim, Bill Kirchen, and more.

Ages: The Birchmere is an all-ages venue, though children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Venue: The Birchmere Music Hall, located at 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305. Phone: (703) 549-7500. General email: birchmere@birchmere.com. Booking email: booking@birchmere.com.

Note: The event organizer is The Birchmere. For additional information, visit the dedicated website at https://www.guitardavechappell.com. Tickets are also available at the Birchmere Box Office on show nights from 5:00 to 9:00 pm.