Before They Were Stars: A Tribute to Background Vocalists
Tickets Available February 2026
Mars Arts D.C. Concert Series at Songbyrd
Before They Were Stars: A Tribute to Background Vocalists
performed by Puddin’ Vocals
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 8:00 p.m.
Songbyrd Music House
Before They Were Stars celebrates iconic artists who began as background vocalists, highlighting the artistry, discipline, and influence of BGVs on popular music. This show honors the voices behind the voices—told by background vocalists.
Our Partners
Washington Performing Arts 60th anniversary year is generously sponsored by Dr. Gary Mather † and Ms. Christina Co Mather.
Mars Arts D.C. is a partnership of Mars, Incorporated and Washington Performing Arts, with support from Jacqueline Badger Mars.
This event is also made possible in part through the generous support of the D.C. Office Of Cable TV, Film, Music, & Entertainment.
Special thanks to the following lead supporters of Washington Performing Arts’s mission-driven work: Jacqueline Badger Mars and Mars, Incorporated; D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities; the National Capital Arts and Cultural Affairs Program and the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts; The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation; and Events DC.
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