Jared Freiburg & The Vagabonds may be young in years, but their hearts belong to that old-time rock and roll. They’ll bring that energy to Grand Junction’s Avalon Theatre as part of the second Community Concerts of the Grand Valley series.

At 28, Jared Freiburg channels Jerry Lee Lewis on the piano, while Benjamin Pittle, 30, keeps the beat on percussion and 50-year-old Michael Sinclair anchors the trio on stand-up bass. Together, they deliver classics from Elvis, Ray Charles, Little Richard and Fats Domino. 

Their performance is infused with blues and jazz from the Sinatra era and takes a country turn with tributes to Johnny Cash and Hank Williams.

Freiburg formed the Vagabonds just five years ago in 2019. Since then, they’ve graced the stage in multiple productions of Broadway’s “Million Dollar Quartet” and performed at theaters and venues across the country, including California, Texas, Tennessee and Oregon. They’ve also been a hit on more than 200 cruises.

Freiburg is featured on the original cast recording of “Million Dollar Quartet Christmas,” a spinoff of the Broadway hit, in his signature role as Jerry Lee Lewis. He’ll release a new album of classic piano hits this fall, and concertgoers will have the opportunity to purchase his CDs after the show.

Freiburg and the Vagabonds love meeting people from all walks of life who share their joy for live music and entertainment. 

“It’s an opportunity to witness many parts of this beautiful country that we have not explored before, each with their own unique flavor and charm,” Freiburg added.

Though rewarding, the touring schedule can be grueling. This run includes 31 cities in six weeks, covering over 10,000 miles. Despite the challenges, the group is excited to bring their show to Grand Junction for the first time. 

“We’re thrilled to have the opportunity for our show and our energy to reach so many people across the USA and could not be more grateful to those joining us,” said Freiburg.

Catch Jared Freiburg & The Vagabonds at the Avalon Theatre, 645 Main Street, Grand Junction, on October 9 at 7:30 p.m. Doors open one hour before the show.

Season tickets are available now at CommunityConcertsGrandValley.org/tickets. If available, individual concert tickets are $45 plus fees starting three weeks before the concert. Buy tickets at the Avalon Box Office, 645 Main St., Grand Junction, or by calling 970-263-5757.