An Evening with Doug Carn — A Special Performance & Fundraiser

On Thursday, June 18, join us for an unforgettable evening of music, community, and purpose at an intimate private performance with jazz legend Doug Carn.

Hosted at the rooftop home of Phil DeCola in Columbia Heights, a Board Member of the Home Rule Music and Film Preservation Foundation, this special gathering is more than a concert—it’s a fundraiser in support of the Home Rule Music and Film Preservation Foundation and the 5th anniversary of the Home Rule Music Festival.

Doug Carn’s music has shaped generations, blending spiritual depth, soul, and jazz innovation. This rare, up-close performance offers a unique opportunity to experience his artistry in an intimate setting surrounded by fellow supporters of DC’s vibrant cultural legacy.

Why This Matters

The Home Rule Music and Film Preservation Foundation is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and celebrating Washington, DC’s rich musical heritage through performance, education, and storytelling.

Your support helps us:

Produce the Home Rule Music Festival, a free, community-centered celebration of DC music and culture
Pay local artists and creatives
Support youth through our Youth/Student Musical Showcase and educational programs
Document and preserve DC’s musical history through film and oral history projects

As we celebrate our 5th anniversary in 2026, this work is more important than ever.

What to Expect

✨ An intimate live performance by Doug Carn

🍽️ Food and drinks

🎶 A curated, soulful atmosphere

🤝 Connection with a community of music lovers, artists, and supporters

Support the Mission

Your $100 donation secures your place at this special evening while directly supporting the continued growth of the Home Rule Music Festival and our year-round cultural programming.

If you can’t attend, we invite you to contribute. Every donation helps us keep this work free and accessible to the community.

Join Us

Be part of a powerful evening that celebrates legacy, uplifts artists, and invests in the future of DC music.

Give. Gather. Celebrate.

Doug Carn - Special Performance and Fundraiser

Thursday, June 18 - Home of Phil DeCola