The only national park in the United States dedicated to the performing arts, in Vienna, Virginia. The Filene Center outdoor amphitheatre has a capacity of around 7,000.

The title track of Procol Harum's third album (1969), written by Gary Brooker and Keith Reid. A nautical ballad widely regarded as one of Procol Harum's finest recordings.

Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band live: Wolf Trap, Vienna – 21 May 1997

May 18, 2026

Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band live: Wolf Trap, Vienna – 21 May 1997

Wednesday 21 May 1997 | Live, Ringo Starr
Filene Center, Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, Vienna, Virginia, USA

Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band performed at the Filene Center at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts in Vienna, Virginia on 21 May 1997 — the 18th show of the fourth All-Starr Band's 30-date US tour. Ringo had previously performed at Wolf Trap on 17 July 1995, and returned on 30 May 2000, 12 June 2014, 10 and 11 August 2019, and 17 June 2025.

Wolf Trap

Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts in Vienna, Virginia is the only national park in the United States dedicated to the performing arts. The Filene Center, its principal outdoor amphitheatre, has a capacity of around 7,000 — approximately 3,500 under cover and 3,500 on the lawn. It opened in 1971 and hosts opera, classical music, jazz, and popular music throughout the summer season. Its location in the Washington DC suburbs makes it one of the most prestigious outdoor venues on the East Coast. The park is operated by the National Park Service in partnership with the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts.

The Fourth All-Starr Band

Ringo Starr — vocals, drums, percussion
Peter Frampton — guitar, vocals. Best known for Frampton Comes Alive! (1976), one of the best-selling live albums of all time. Former member of Humble Pie.
Jack Bruce — bass guitar, keyboards, guitar, vocals. Co-founder of Cream with Eric Clapton and Ginger Baker; writer of 'White Room', 'Sunshine Of Your Love', 'I Feel Free', and 'Theme For An Imaginary Western'. Died 2014.
Gary Brooker — keyboards, organ, vocals. Founder and vocalist of Procol Harum; writer and singer of 'A Whiter Shade Of Pale' (1967), 'A Salty Dog' (1969), and 'Conquistador'. Died 2022.
Mark Rivera — saxophone, guitar, organ, keyboards, percussion, vocals. Veteran session musician; Billy Joel's touring saxophonist since 1982.
Simon Kirke — vocals, drums. Co-founder of Free and Bad Company; associated with 'All Right Now' and 'Shooting Star'.

The Setlist

The Wolf Trap setlist differed slightly from the Myrtle Beach show the previous night, with 'Theme For An Imaginary Western' and 'A Salty Dog' replacing 'Norwegian Wood' and 'Conquistador' in the running order:

'It Don't Come Easy' (Ringo Starr)
'Act Naturally' (Ringo Starr)
'The Devil Came From Kansas' (Gary Brooker)
'Show Me The Way' (Peter Frampton)
'Sunshine Of Your Love' (Jack Bruce)
'Shooting Star' (Simon Kirke)
'Boys' (Ringo Starr)
'Baby, I Love Your Way' (Peter Frampton)
'You're Sixteen' (Ringo Starr)
'Yellow Submarine' (Ringo Starr)
'Theme For An Imaginary Western' (Jack Bruce)
'A Salty Dog' (Gary Brooker)
'Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown)' (Peter Frampton)
'Conquistador' (Gary Brooker)
'I'm The Greatest' (Ringo Starr)
'No No Song' (Ringo Starr)
'I Feel Free' (Jack Bruce)
'All Right Now' (Simon Kirke)
'I Wanna Be Your Man' (Ringo Starr)
'Do You Feel Like We Do' (Peter Frampton)
'White Room' (Jack Bruce)
'A Whiter Shade Of Pale' (Gary Brooker)
'Photograph' (Ringo Starr)
'With A Little Help From My Friends' (Ringo Starr)

The 1997 All-Starr Band Tour Dates

28 April: Moore Theatre, Seattle
29 April: Cuthbert Amphitheater, Eugene
30 April: Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland
2 May: Concord Pavilion, Concord
3 May: Universal Amphitheatre, Los Angeles
4 May: Humphreys Concerts By The Bay, San Diego
5 May: Mesa Amphitheatre, Mesa
7 May: Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre, Greenwood Village
9 May: Rosemont Horizon, Rosemont
10 May: Riverport Amphitheatre, Maryland Heights
11 May: State Theatre, Minneapolis
13 May: Eagles Ballroom, Milwaukee
14 May: Jack Breslin Student Events Center, East Lansing
16 May: Chastain Park Amphitheater, Atlanta
17 May: Sunrise Musical Theatre, Sunrise
18 May: Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater
20 May: Palace Theater, Myrtle Beach
21 May: Wolf Trap, Vienna
23 May: Billy Bob's Texas, Fort Worth
24 May: Six Flags Fiesta Texas, San Antonio
25 May: Six Flags AstroWorld, Houston
28 May: Bob Carpenter Center, Newark
29 May: IC Light Amphitheatre, Pittsburgh
30 May: Pine Knob Music Theatre, Clarkston
31 May: Rubber Bowl, Akron
2 June: Mohegan Sun Event Center, Uncasville
3 June: PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel
5 June: Harbor Lights Pavilion, Boston
6 June: Resorts Casino Hotel, Atlantic City
7 June: Jones Beach Amphitheater, Wantagh

Key Facts: 21 May 1997

Venue: Filene Center, Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, Vienna, Virginia
Tour date: 18 of 30
Band: Ringo Starr, Peter Frampton, Jack Bruce, Gary Brooker, Mark Rivera, Simon Kirke
Songs performed: 24
Ringo's previous visit: 17 July 1995
Ringo's subsequent visits: 30 May 2000; 12 June 2014; 10–11 August 2019; 17 June 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wolf Trap?

Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts in Vienna, Virginia is the only national park in the United States dedicated to the performing arts. The Filene Center outdoor amphitheatre has a capacity of around 7,000 and hosts opera, classical music, jazz, and popular music throughout the summer season.

Who was in the 1997 All-Starr Band?

Ringo Starr, Peter Frampton, Jack Bruce (Cream), Gary Brooker (Procol Harum), Mark Rivera, and Simon Kirke (Free/Bad Company).

What is Theme For An Imaginary Western?

A song written by Jack Bruce and Pete Brown, originally recorded by Cream and later by Mountain. It is one of Bruce's most celebrated compositions and a regular feature of his live performances.

What is A Salty Dog?

The title track of Procol Harum's third album (1969), written by Gary Brooker and Keith Reid. It is widely regarded as one of Procol Harum's finest recordings — a nautical ballad with orchestral arrangements by Derek Wadsworth.