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On August 21st and 22nd, 2012 The Bretts will be holding their End of Summer Area Appreciation. Tickets are $5 plus tax for residents of Stone or Taney County and their guests (If you bring guests you must call and reserve before picking up your tickets). Must present Valid ID. Call 417-336-3100 Today!!!

Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, home of Legends in Concert in Branson, Missouri, is pleased to announce that they have added several keepsake’s of Whitney Houston to the extensive collection of memorabilia on display in the theater’s lobby from Dick Clark Productions. Albums of one of the world’s best-selling music artists have joined the extensive collection of unique memorabilia that celebrates the history of rock n’ roll. Included in the recent additions to the exhibit is one of Whitney Houston’s dresses worn during her 1988 “Moment of Truth World Tour”. The Moment of Truth World Tour was the second worldwide tour by the superstar American R&B/Pop singer. The tour began in North America during the summer of 1987 during which she sold out arenas and stadiums across Europe, Japan, Hong Kong, and Australia, following the release of her second hit album Whitney.
Take this very unique opportunity to remember the recording artist fondly known as “The Voice” as never before. You will take a step back in time as you enter Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, the only theater in the world that houses priceless artifacts from Dick Clark’s personal collection. Visitors to the theater may enjoy this amazing experience at no additional cost.

Legends in Concert, the renowned live musical celebration featuring the world’s greatest celebrity tribute artists with performances six days per week year-round. Show times are 3 & 8 p.m. and the characters in the show featured during August are Michael Jackson, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Blues Brothers and Elvis Presley. Beginning in September the featured performances will be paying tribute to Liberace, Aretha Franklin, George Strait, Blues Brothers and Elvis Presley. For more information, call 1-800-374-7469 or visit
www.legendsinconcert.com.

The Bank of Missouri is pleased to announce they will bring big band dancing to the Branson Veterans Homecoming Week. Jerry Ford’s 14-piece orchestra from Cape Girardeau will have six performances during the Branson Veterans Homecoming Week in November. The dances are open to all Veterans and the public.

“This is the first time big band dancing has been available to our veterans in Branson,” stated David Cook, Community Bank President of The Bank of Missouri in Branson. “The Bank of Missouri’s mission is to give back to the communities we serve. We are all proud of our veterans and happy to bring this event to them and the public.”

Ford has been entertaining audiences throughout the Midwest for decades, has performed with many national performers, and has played for the past five Missouri Inaugural Balls in Jefferson City. “We are excited to bring our big band style of music to Branson,” Ford stated.

Dances will be held at Our Lady of the Lake Parish Hall during Veteran’s Week on November 6, 7 and 8. For tickets, call 1-800-689-3969.

The Bank of Missouri is an independent community bank located at 800 Highway 248 in Branson. Other locations include the Missouri towns of Perryville, Cape Girardeau, Jackson, Marble Hill, Columbia, Springfield, Republic and Ozark.

Branson Country USA with Special Guest Clay Cooper – August 3, 2012

Recorded LIVE on Friday night at 10:30 PM
This show is broadcast on radio stations around the country.
Airing Saturday nights at 7:00 PM on KRZK – 106.3 in Branson, MO.
And Sunday nights at 9:00 PM. on KHOZ – 102.9 in Harrison, AR.

You can also listen via the internet. www.bransoncountryusa.net
Show airs at 7:00 PM (cst.) – Every Saturday Night

Grand Country Music Hall
1945 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
417-335-2484 – Reservations
417-336-5829 – Fax

This week, Hooray for Hump Day on Wednesday will feature guitar and bass duo Dan McMasters and Steve Black. Their music is a mix of Latin, jazz and pop standards and creates the perfect mood for a beautiful setting like Mount Pleasant’s Napa inspired tasting room. By day, Dan and Steve perform on the Showboat Branson Belle.

Dan McMasters and Steve Black will be joined by Pete Henderson this Friday & Saturday to present The New Acoustic Jazz Trio for Weekend Wine Down. Pete Henderson, formerly of the nationally known comedy duo Skyles and Henderson, will add his special “flare” to the group. The trio performs music from the 30’s and 40’s & is strongly influenced by gypsy guitarist Django Reinhardt. Pete currently performs with the well known 60’s group, The New Cristy Minstrels.

CAM’s 4th Annual Gospel Sing Off
Sunday, September 2, 2012 at 2 PM
Sight & Sound Theatres

Branson, Mo…This year’s 4th Annual Gospel Sing Off at Sight & Sound Theatres on Sunday, September 2nd will open with a guest appearance by Branson’s own Voices of Glory, Top Five Finalists in America’s Got Talent.

Competition will be tough this year according to CAM Board Chairman Jack Burke, “The level of entry talent just keeps getting higher every year. Groups that would have made it to the finals in past years, didn’t make it this year. Our preliminary judges had an extremely difficult time arriving at a decision on the final 10 contestants to perform at the Sing Off. Many of the entries were award-winners in their own right. This year’s show should truly be awesome!”

Last years winner Voices of Glory

Aside from Voices of Glory, last year’s winner Southern Raised will also be on hand for a guest appearance, as well as Branson’s premiere saxophonist Gary Dooms. Celebrity judges will include on the the Voices of Glory, Jak Knudsen, George Dyer, Ronnie Page, Monte Schisler, and Ben Dutton. Host for the fourth straight year will be the legendary Bob Hubbard of the Jordanaires and Foggy River Boys.

Burke explained that this is a critical fundraiser for the CAM Food Pantries of Branson and Forsyth, “Demand for food continues to increase and we are currently providing a 4-day supply of food to over 1,000 families per month in Taney County. Coupling that with federal cutbacks, we’ve also had to purchase much more food than in the past in order to maintain a nutritionally balanced food basket for those that need our help. This is the only operational fundraiser that we hold and we are praying that residents and tourists will fill the theater this year.”

Contestants will compete for cash prizes, as well as the opportunity for the first place winner to perform three thirty-minute shows at Silver Dollar City the following day for the closing of the Country Gospel Picnic Festival.

Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for children under 12. Tickets are available from the Sight & Sound Box Office at 1-800-377-1277.

2012 Ten Finalists

Heart to Heart is the Branson-based duo of Sharon and Jerry Mays. Winners of numerous awards, this couple brings an energetic blend of Southern and Country gospel with a touch of R&B and Southern Pop. Heart to Heart appears regularly at the Night Light in Branson.

Rachel Parker is a 16 year old junior at Branson High School who has won the high school talent contest and 1st place at the Dallas Expo. Rachel loves to sing for the Lord and performs at any church or venue that presents an opportunity.

Master’s Praise Vocal Group is an all-male accapella Christian gospel group from St. James, Missouri. Singing praises of God is an avocation, as each member has regular jobs and are active in their respective churches.

The Tiptons are a family-based group consisting of mother Virginia Tipton, daughter Lesa Tipton, son Dan Tipton, and friends Jamie and Dennis Esteb. Based in Evening Shade, Arkansas, the Tipton musical ministry has been celebrating the Lord in song for over 50 years.

Aleah Ziegelbauer is a contemporary Christian soloist from Nixa, Missouri, who loves to carry Christ’s loving message through song.

The Barnettes of Branson, Missouri are an award-winning duo known for their tight harmonies in both original and traditional gospel music. Larry and Sandra Barnette are strongly involved with Cape Fair’s Christian Senior Ministries.

The Fair Family of Rogers, Arkansas includes Jacob, Jonathan, Sarah, Daniel, and Nathaniel, ranging in age fro 14 to 22. Instrumentalists, singers, and dancers, the Fair siblings love to celebrate Christ’s message.

The Believers Trio of Springfield, Missouri specialize in Southern Gospel. Charlie Norman, Jaimee Brummett, and Julie Renee’ Fergerson strive to see people come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ through song.

The Kings are a family band from Monticello, Illinois consisting of seven siblings. Individually award-winning instrumentalists in banjo and fiddle competitions, this lively family loves to entertain audiences with Christian messages of love.

Wendell Johnson has won many Christian vocalist awards over the years and loves to touch the hearts of others with his testimony of faith.

Jimmy Sturr “LIVE” show tapings at RFD-TV The Theatre in Branson, Missouri Sunday, August 26 through Thursday, August 30 start at 11:00 a.m. daily. Three episodes will be filmed each day to be aired on RFD-TV in the fall. Area Appreciation is $10.00 and you must show a valid driver’s license. MISSOURI Counties Included: Barry, Christian, Dallas, Greene, Jasper, Lawrence, Macdonald, Newton, Polk, Stone, Taney, Webster. ARKANSAS Counties Included: Baxter, Benton, Boone, Carroll, Fulton, Izard, Madison, Marion, Newton, Searcy, Stone and Washington.

Art Open House —
Friday, Aug. 10th
5:30-7 pm
at Mount Pleasant Winery.

You are invited to attend the BAC’s Art Open House and Mixer. This is one in a series of art open house that feature local artists and their work. This month we are featuring artists Kathryn Harrison. Plan to stop by for great art work, fellowship, snacks and wine. This is a great way to get acquainted with local arts and local art supporters.

Let us help get you over your week day hump with Music and Wine specials at Mount Pleasant Winery. Join us this Wednesday, July 25th from 5 – 7 pm for HOORAY FOR HUMP DAY with the easy listening guitar music of Randy Leiter. Be sure and ask what the wine by the glass special is for this Wednesday.

Also, we welcome Dan McMasters and Steve Black for our Weekend Wine Down this Friday and Saturday from 5 – 7 pm. Get out of the heat, bring your friends and enjoy great music and wonderful wine!