MONROE - The Sons of the Pioneers, a cowboy singing group, will appear in concert Oct. 8 at the Monroe High School Performing Arts Center, 1600 26th Street, Monroe.
The Sons of the Pioneers have musically painted images and stories of horses, cattle, cowboys, "night herds," tall timber, cool water, canyons, prairies, and open wide spaces. Their original songs like "Tumbling Tumbleweeds," "Cool Water," and "Ghost Riders in the Sky" are classics forever entwined into the fabric and mystique of the American West.
The Pioneers are known around the world for their three- and four-part harmonies. Every concert is pure cowboy music packed with timeless hits, solid western swing, and a good measure of comedy and banter. The five members - Tommy Nallie, Ken Lattimore, Randy Rudd, Mark Abbott, and Justin Branham - share the vocals and instrumentals. Part of the hallmark sound comes from acoustic fiddles, mandolin, upright bass, and lead and rhythm guitars.
First started by Roy Rogers and gifted songwriters Bob Nolan and Tim Spencer, the group garnered national and international fans through appearances in almost 100 western films during the 1930s, '40s and '50s. Numerous albums were recorded and the group provided songs for several westerns, including the soundtrack for "The Searchers" starring John Wayne. When television came along they regularly appeared on the Roy Rogers Show and had guest appearances on such popular programs as The Barbara Mandrell Show. Walt Disney called upon the Pioneers to supply the soundtrack for the film "Pecos Bill." They were the first cowboy musical group to perform at Carnegie Hall and the first to headline in Las Vegas casinos. When not on tour they perform at the Baldknobbers Theater in Branson, Missouri.
The current group's configuration is part of a continuous and uninterrupted 80-year existence in which they have accumulated more coveted honors and awards than anyone in Western music. They have been inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, Western Music Association Hall of Fame, Academy of Country Music Awards, and National Cowboy Hall of Fame among others. The Smithsonian Institute designated them as "National Treasures."
Reserved seat tickets are $50, $35, $25 or $20 for adults, and $10 for students 18 and under. Tickets may be purchased at the MAC box office located at 1315 11th Street, by calling 608-325-5700, or online at monroeartscenter.com.
This concert is supported by Corporate Underwriter Colony Brands Inc., and Media Underwriters Monroe Publishing LLC, and Big Radio. Additional support provided by Pete Guenther; Barb Woodriff; Henry and Adair Najat; Bob and Gaida Vickerman; Wisconsin Bank & Trust; David and Jean Busker; Carter and Gruenewald Co. Inc.; Helen Johnson; Tom and Karen Vale; and Art and Letha Whipple.
The Sons of the Pioneers have musically painted images and stories of horses, cattle, cowboys, "night herds," tall timber, cool water, canyons, prairies, and open wide spaces. Their original songs like "Tumbling Tumbleweeds," "Cool Water," and "Ghost Riders in the Sky" are classics forever entwined into the fabric and mystique of the American West.
The Pioneers are known around the world for their three- and four-part harmonies. Every concert is pure cowboy music packed with timeless hits, solid western swing, and a good measure of comedy and banter. The five members - Tommy Nallie, Ken Lattimore, Randy Rudd, Mark Abbott, and Justin Branham - share the vocals and instrumentals. Part of the hallmark sound comes from acoustic fiddles, mandolin, upright bass, and lead and rhythm guitars.
First started by Roy Rogers and gifted songwriters Bob Nolan and Tim Spencer, the group garnered national and international fans through appearances in almost 100 western films during the 1930s, '40s and '50s. Numerous albums were recorded and the group provided songs for several westerns, including the soundtrack for "The Searchers" starring John Wayne. When television came along they regularly appeared on the Roy Rogers Show and had guest appearances on such popular programs as The Barbara Mandrell Show. Walt Disney called upon the Pioneers to supply the soundtrack for the film "Pecos Bill." They were the first cowboy musical group to perform at Carnegie Hall and the first to headline in Las Vegas casinos. When not on tour they perform at the Baldknobbers Theater in Branson, Missouri.
The current group's configuration is part of a continuous and uninterrupted 80-year existence in which they have accumulated more coveted honors and awards than anyone in Western music. They have been inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, Western Music Association Hall of Fame, Academy of Country Music Awards, and National Cowboy Hall of Fame among others. The Smithsonian Institute designated them as "National Treasures."
Reserved seat tickets are $50, $35, $25 or $20 for adults, and $10 for students 18 and under. Tickets may be purchased at the MAC box office located at 1315 11th Street, by calling 608-325-5700, or online at monroeartscenter.com.
This concert is supported by Corporate Underwriter Colony Brands Inc., and Media Underwriters Monroe Publishing LLC, and Big Radio. Additional support provided by Pete Guenther; Barb Woodriff; Henry and Adair Najat; Bob and Gaida Vickerman; Wisconsin Bank & Trust; David and Jean Busker; Carter and Gruenewald Co. Inc.; Helen Johnson; Tom and Karen Vale; and Art and Letha Whipple.