North America Country Music Association, International’s Country Music Week Begins in Pigeon Forge, TN

Country music fans everywhere anticipate the North America Annual Country Music Week in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. This event, also known as the NACMAI, begins on March 8th and continues until March 14th. Bluegrass, gospel, and all other forms of country music will be at the event, so no country music fan will be left out. This also includes all fans interested in memorabilia showcases that will allow them to enjoy music from the past as well as current music.

All of this takes place at the Country Tonight Theater. For an entire week, this show is free to the public, but if you want to go any other time a fee is included. It’s an enjoyable event that is appropriate for all ages. Another event in the area going on at the same time is A Mountain Quiltfest, another annual event where over 20,000 quilters gather for workshops and classes at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center.

In addition to any events going on in the area, there are always many other things to do and see in a place like Pigeon Forge. Activities like the Smoky Mountain Picnic and Romantic Carriage Rides are available if one is interested in seeing the scenery the area offers with their family or significant other. For those interested in a bird’s eye view, there is breathtaking scenery from the view of a helicopter on the Helicopter Rides in the Smokies.

Musical Magic in Nashville, TN

A brand new sensation has opened up at the Grand Ole Opry.  Pickin’ and Grinnin’ featuring Mike Snider from the legendary HEE HAW is the comedic new show at the Opry. Snider will be performing his very own hilarous musical classics such as “The Fur Coat” and “Born to Shop.” In addition to the music and storytelling, there will also be magic. Magician Scott Cantrell goes on after Snider to amaze the audience with his performance. The show is sure to be an experience worth remembering. 

In addition to Pickin’ and Grinnin,’ the Grand Ole Opry has Opry Country Classics. The history of country music is turned into a live performance where country music favorites will be performing time honored classics for the audience. New and old country stars will be bringing joy to everyone in the Opry with their beautiful performances. 

The historic Ryman Auditorium where the Grand Ole Opry traditions began has the show Ryman Bluegrass Nights where bluegrass music is played and honored as we first got to know it in 1945. Current performers of bluegrass will be playing at Ryman Bluegrass Nights.

Grand Ole Opry Lineup for June 11-13

Here is the lineup of upcoming musical guests at the Grand Ole Opry. Be aware, however, that the lineup is subject to change as the Grand Ole Opry does not release final line-ups until the Wednesday before each performance.

Thursday, June 11–Order Tickets

7:00–9:00 p.m.
Lynn Anderson
Janie Fricke
The Gatlin Brothers
Opry Square Dancers
Jeannie Seely
Ashton Shepherd
Emily West

Spotlight Artist:
Tanya Tucker

This Week’s Theme:
A Salute to the Women of Country Music

Friday, June 12–Order Tickets

7:00 –7:30 p.m.
Pam Tillis
Jimmy C. Newman
Riders In The Sky
Del McCoury Band

7:30–8:00 p.m.
Jimmy Dickens
Jean Shepard
Diamond Rio

8:00–8:30 p.m.
Bill Anderson
Mike Snider
Emerson Drive

8:30–9:00 p.m.
Charley Pride
Stu Phillips
Bobby Osborne & The Rocky Top X-Press
Collin Raye

Saturday, June 13–Order Tickets

7:00–7:30 p.m.
Jimmy Dickens
The Whites
Mandy Barnett

7:30–8:00 p.m.
Charley Pride
Connie Smith
Jim Ed Brown
Mike Snider

8:00–8:30 p.m.
Mel Tillis
Charlie Louvin
Pam Tillis
Opry Square Dancers

8:30–9:00 p.m.
Bill Anderson
Jean Shepard
Tracy Byrd

Grand Ole Opry Schedule of Performers For February 6 & 7, 2009

Please Note: The Grand Ole Opry does not release final lineups until the Wednesday prior to each performance. This list will be updated weekly as new performers are confirmed and added to the lineup.

Friday February 6

Lorrie Morgan
Jim Ed Brown
Jeannie Seely
The Whites
Pam Tillis
Jimmy C. Newman
Jack Greene
Riders In The Sky
Mike Snider
Connie Smith
Oak Ridge Boys
John Conlee
Jean Shepard
Bobby Osborne & The Rocky Top X-Press
Montgomery Gentry

Saturday February 7

Mike Snider
Connie Smith
The Lost Trailers
Riders In The Sky
Jim Ed Brown
Jesse McReynolds & The Virginia Boys
Aaron Tippin
Pam Tillis
Jean Shepard
Mark Wills
Opry Square Dancers
Bill Anderson
Jan Howard
The Whites
Heidi Newfield