From Staff Reports 

NEWTON, N.C. —The band Top of the World — a Carpenters Tribute will perform a musical salute to The Carpenters at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17 at the  Newton Performing Arts Center, 60 West 6th Street, here. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. 

As for the show, a promotion noted, “Celebrate the timeless music of The Carpenters at the Newton Performing Arts Center with an authentic, full-scale tribute performance. 

“Fronted by Debbie Taylor, whose vocal resemblance to Karen Carpenter is remarkably true to the original contralto warmth and tone, this eight-piece band delivers a richly layered live experience without the use of backing tracks. 

“Featuring a talented group of multi-instrumentalists, including multiple keyboards, saxophone, trumpet, flute, and more, the show faithfully recreates the intricate arrangements crafted by Richard Carpenter. 

“Audiences can sing along to beloved classics such as ‘Close To You,’ ‘We’ve Only Just Begun,’ ‘Rainy Days And Mondays,’ ‘Please Mr. Postman’ and ‘Yesterday Once More,’ while enjoying a nostalgic evening enhanced by multimedia visuals and stories behind the music that defined a generation.”

For tickets, which are $40-$45, visit online at www.NCAuditorium.com.