Description
The Dillard House is bringing the sounds of Nashville to the North Georgia Mountains on October 17! Beginning at 3 p.m., festival goers will enjoy songwriters in the round as they perform some of country music’s greatest hits!
Justin T. Dukes, 2015 Georgia Music Awards Country Male Artist of the Year, will kick the evening off. Justin has opened for internationally renowned artists including Vince Gill, Charlie Daniels and David Nail.
Next, Greg Hester and his band “Domino” will play their famously popular Van Morrison tribute set. Widely known for their incredible energy on the stage, Domino regularly records and performs with Soul Brother, James Brown’s last touring band.
Award-winning songwriter and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Tony Arata will take the stage following Domino. Expect a lineup of your favorite country chart toppers, made famous by some of the biggest names in country music. Arata’s roster of hits includes “The Dance,” made famous by Garth Brooks and “Here I Am,” a favorite hit by Patty Loveless.
The evening will conclude with a set from Greg Barnhill, Grammy and Emmy nominated songwriter and vocalist who composed chart toppers “Walkaway Joe” for Trisha Yearwood and Don Henley and “House of Love” for Amy Grant and Vince Gill.
Between sets enjoy an art exhibit from renowned western artist, Bob Moline, and other Timpson Creek Gallery artists.
Refreshments will include domestic and craft beers and local wine. The Dillard House Restaurant will be serving their famous Low Country Boil and BBQ. Please note that food and beverages will be sold separately and can be purchased with cash or card.
Timeline of Events:
3:00 – Doors open. Guests can enjoy the art exhibits and purchase snacks and beverages
3:15 to 4:30 – Live entertainment will begin to set the tone for the evening
4:30 – Heavy Food will be available (Low Country Boil and BBQ)
4:45 – Justin T. Dukes to take the stage
6:45 – Songwriters in the round to take the stage
8:15 – Van Morrison Tribute band to take the stage