Calendar: Live Music

Multi-award-winning stars of the Grand Ole Opry, Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent, are renowned for their original touring Christmas production, “All I Want for Christmas is Y’all.”

The show features the best of Dailey & Vincent original music and Christmas songs including “Rocking Around the Christmas Tree,” “Mary Did You Know,” “Road to Bethlehem,” “Mr. Grinch,” “Go Tell it on the Mountain,” and many more holiday favorites.

Their Christmas album, “Dailey & Vincent: The Sounds of Christmas,” debuted as #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart. The album was also ranked #8 on the Billboard Holiday Chart, making them the only Country, Bluegrass and Gospel act in the Top Ten.

Dailey & Vincent are backed by a full band of award-winning musicians. Their sound is a concoction of traditional Country, Gospel and Bluegrass with brilliant vocal blends.

“This group is regarded as one of the most elite entertainers in America today.” said Sharon Brass, The Barnhill Center producer. “They are adored by fans of the Grand Ole Opry and Country TV.”

They are currently in Season 5 of their weekly, nationally-broadcast TV series, “The Dailey & Vincent Show” on Circle and RFD channels. This is a variety show featuring music and comedy, with over two million viewers each week.

On their TV show, the group often performs with their celebrity guests including Vince Gill, The Oak Ridge Boys, Diamond Rio, Tanya Tucker, Clint Black, Lee Greenwood, The Statler Brothers, Jimmy Fortune and many others.

The group also performs over 100 shows per year across the globe, taking the stage at iconic venues such as the Ryman Auditorium and Carnegie Hall.

After a decade together, Dailey & Vincent have released multiple #1 hits and earned three Grammy nominations including the 2014 “Bluegrass Album of the Year.”

Individually they won five Grammys and together they won four Dove Awards. They have claimed an astounding 35 honors from International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) including three as “Entertainers of the Year” and three as “Vocal Group of the Year.”

Their most recent live CD, “Dailey & Vincent ALIVE,” debuted at #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass charts and remained in the top position for over 15 weeks.

Their PBS Special, “Dailey & Vincent ALIVE In Concert” has aired over 1,000 times and won three Emmy Nominations.

Jamie Dailey is a four-time IBMA “Vocalist of the Year” award winner. He was lead vocalist and guitarist for Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver for ten years, and his voice can be heard on recordings by Dolly Parton, Ricky Skaggs, and Russell Moore.

Darrin Vincent has won five Grammy Awards and was voted “Bluegrass Bass Player of the Year” four years in a row. As a former band member (over 10 years) for Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, Vincent has performed and recorded with dozens of artists including Dolly Parton, Nora Jones, Emmylou Harris, Earl Scruggs, Bruce Hornsby, Vince Gill, John Hartford, and many others.

This world-famous group of siblings, Larry, Steve and Rudy Gatlin, are returning to The Barnhill Center (TBC) for the third time. They are still one of the most requested acts from our patrons.
“The Gatlin Brothers were raised by a Marine and their patriotism is on display at all times,” said Sharon Brass, TBC producer. “Their concerts always include a few patriotic songs in addition to their big hits. So they were top-of-mind when we booked this show on Veterans Day.”
“But they don’t just sing the songs – they also support our miliary. They have proudly performed for U.S. Troops in Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, Germany and military bases across the U.S.”
Originally from West Texas, The Gatlins began performing together as children in church and several local television shows. Then Larry, who was the eldest, headed off to the University of Houston on a football scholarship. His degree in English became a huge benefit to his already-prolific song writing.
After Steve and Rudy;s college years, the three brothers reunited in Nashville and recorded their debut album, “The Pilgrim.” At this point, some of Larry’s original songs were being recorded by other Nashville stars.
It was their third album, in early 1976, that put The Gatlin Brothers at the top of the charts with its single, “Broken Lady.” This song won them a Grammy for Best Country Song.
That was the same year the Gatlins were inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.
Throughout the ’80s, the Gatlin Brothers released 15 Top 40 hits, including “Houston (Means I’m One Day Closer to You),” “Denver,” “The Lady Takes the Cowboy Everytime,” and “She Used to Be Somebody’s Baby.”
In 1991, the group decided to retire. The following year. Larry appeared in the lead role of the Broadway musical “The Will Rogers Follies,” while Steve recorded an inspirational album and Rudy opened two Gatlin Brothers Music City Grilles.
In 1993, the group opened their own theater in Branson, Missouri, where they began performing regularly; they also sang frequently in Las Vegas.
In the early 2000’s the brothers went back on the road for selective dates and enjoyed touring again. In 2008, they recorded their first album in nearly two decades, “Pilgrimage.”
In 2015 the brothers celebrated 60 years of making music together and released a new album, “The Gospel According to Gatlin.”
Throughout their career they have accumulated seven #1 Singles, 32 Top 40 Records, 22 studio albums and five BMI “Million-Air” Awards.
Their accolades include three ACM awards for Single of the Year, Album of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year for Larry. The group also received five nominations for CMA Vocal Group of the Year, Single Of The Year, Album Of The Year and Male Vocalist of the Year.
The Gatlin Brothers have entertained on some of the world’s most iconic stages including the Grammy Awards, the American Music Awards, the People’s Choice Awards, the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, Oprah, Hee Haw, Love Boat, the Midnight Special with Wolfman Jack, the Merv Griffin Show, Solid Gold, the Barbara Mandrell Show and their own variety special on ABC – “Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers”.
They have performed at the White House, the President Reagan Library, Air Force One, Ford’s Theater, Camp David, President Bush’s 80th Birthday Party, The Lincoln Theater, Carnegie Hall, Madison Square Garden, West Point, Dollywood, The Mall in Washington D.C. for July 4th, the Greek Theater, Billy Bob’s, Radio City Music Hall, Disney World and Wembley Music Festival.
With the most self-penned Top 40 Billboard hits, Larry is known as one of the top songwriters of all time. Songs from his massive catalog have been recorded by Elvis Presley, Barbara Streisand, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Glen Campbell, Kris Kristofferson, Sir Tom Jones, Dottie West, Charlie Rich, Johnny Mathis and dozens of others.

This is a dynamic, crowd-pleasing powerhouse, and the world’s foremost tribute to the multi-platinum songbook of Chicago.
“Brass Transit goes far beyond just replicating the songs,” said Sharon Brass, The Barnhill Center producer. “They embody Chicago’s music in every detail, which is a difficult feat on such complex arrangements.”
You’ll hear all the big Chicago hits including “Saturday In The Park,” “If You Leave Me Now,” “(I’ve Been) Searchin’ So Long,” “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is,” and “Just You And Me.”
Chicago was formed in 1967 and became in instant hit in America’s Pop and Rock culture. They were unique as the first band to incorporate a big-band sound into Rock ‘n Roll music, using a strong horn ensemble. They became one of America’s most successful musical groups, releasing 38 albums and selling over 100 million records.
Brass Transit was formed in 2008 by a group of eight accomplished award-winning artists, one of whom is part of the original Chicago band that still performs.
Since then, Brass Transit has steadily toured North America, dazzling audiences with their flawless performances. Most often, they play to large crowds and sometimes accompanied by symphonies and orchestras.
Their popularity is demonstrated by their busy tour schedule. Brass Transit is in demand for concert appearances equally as much as the original Chicago,
They recently produced their first (self-titled) album that includes hits by other top Rock artists, with horns in the Chicago style. The result is a delightfully fresh attitude on songs by Rare Earth, The Guess Who, Jackson Browne, Skylark, Gino Vannelli and Todd Rundgren.

Jomo and the Possum Posse entertain with a mix of Country/Roots, Honky Tonk and Rock ‘n Roll – all with a humorous Americana flavor.

These Austin-based musicians/comedians are known for their unique brand of original musical storytelling. Each song tells a story, and most are funny stories.

“You are in for a good time!” said Sharon Brass, The Barnhill Center producer. “These guys could easily be direct descendants of Ray Stevens or Roger Miller, with a touch of Lyle Lovett built in.

“Their lyrics and onstage antics are hilarious, and their musical talent is spot-on. The only trouble is that some of their songs get stuck in your head.”

The band is led by Jomo Edwards from West Texas, and his award-wining lyrics tend to skate the line between the cynical and the arcane.

Some of their song titles give you the picture: “Battered Husband Blues,” “Annie Is A Chicken Now,” “High Grounds Coffee Shop,” and “The Real Housewives of the West of Us,” are just a few.

The four-piece ensemble includes upright base, fiddle, guitars and sometimes drums or even a washboard.

They have released three studio albums, the most recent was in 2019 and entitled, “Take a Number, Satan.” The album has received excellent reviews.

In 2020, the band was selected “Best of Fest” for the third year in a row at Austin’s annual FronteraFest.

In 2021, Jomo took home the 1st Place award in the annual MerleFest Chris Austin Songwriting Contest in the “General” category.

Jomo & The Possum Posse have performed several times on NBC’s Texas Music Scene hosted by Jack Ingram and produced by Ray Benson.

However, the band is best known for their wildly popular viral video series, “Guy On A Buffalo,” seen on YouTube. The project was started simply to generate interest in their music and to finance a record. It quickly became a must-see series of videos with over 3 million viewers.

This is some of the most popular music ever recorded.

From Las Vegas-based Chapquist Entertainment comes a spectacular musical revue celebrating four of the most iconic singing groups known for their vocal harmonies.

Yesterday Once More features instantly recognizable hits ranging from The Carpenters’ “Close To You,” ABBA’s “Dancing Queen,” The Mamas and Papas’ “California Dreaming” to The 5th Dimension’s “Up, Up And Away.”

You’ll enjoy non-stop hits and dancing, gorgeous costumes, and informative humorous banter.

The looks, the voices and the great songs are performed by four dynamic singers/dancers whose lush vocal interpretations are featured as ensemble as well as
individually.

Chapquist Entertainment is known for their critically acclaimed, sold-out musical productions that have performed worldwide at arenas, theaters, showrooms and luxury cruise lines.

Award winning producer/director Michael Chapman achieved Broadway acclaim as the original producer/director of the Tony-Award winning hit show “Forbidden Broadway,” which holds the record of being New York’s longest running musical-comedy satire.

He also created shows ranging from a nostalgic musical-comedy starring Broadway legend Chita Rivera at Carnegie Hall, to large-scale musical events at New York’s Lincoln Center.

Along with his production partners, Motown producer George Solomon and choreographer Paul Holmquist, Michael has created musical revues that appeal to all ages. Their shows have appeared extensively throughout the USA and also in sold-out tours through Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United Kingdom and Kuala Lumpur.

Could a working cowboy from deep West Texas really be a rock-and-soul roots funk master, educated by the blues? The answer is embodied in singer, songwriter, and guitarist Seth James.

“When you see Seth, with his cowboy hat and boots, you expect music like you’d get from George Strait,” said Sharon Brass, The Barnhill Center producer. “But Seth delivers a soul, R&B and blues sound that is more reminiscent of Texan Delbert McClinton.”

His shows often include up to 10 additional musicians to accompany him instrumentally and vocally. His own signature guitar playing stands out among the best in the industry.

James grew up on his family’s ranch in King County, so he wasn’t inundated with pop and country music like other 90’s teenagers. He was isolated and, if he wanted music, he had to dig. “There’s not a radio on a horse,” James said with a laugh.

He found Muddy Waters, Lightnin’ Hopkins and Booker T at an early age, and that music moved him. He studied Delbert McClinton who later became his friend and mentor – the two blues artists have toured and written songs together.

Both James and McClinton grew up close to Lyle Lovett and Lee Roy Parnell. These relationships helped James understand that someone with ranching roots could actually do something other than country music.

Once James found a sound entirely his own, he quickly became a noted performer. His songwriting skills were honed by years of professional writing for Warner Chappell Music where he collaborated with Chris Stapleton, Delbert McClinton and other greats.

With a collection of original songs, James emerged on the Texas music scene as a solo artist in 2009 with the release of his first album, “That Kind Of Man.”

In 2010 he formed The Departed band with his friend Cody Canada and other renowned artists. In 2011 they put out their first album together, “This Is Indian Land.”

The Departed released their second album in 2012 entitled “Adventüs” that included numerous songs written and primarily sung by Seth James.

Both of these albums landed in the top 20 on Billboard’s Country Albums chart, and the band became known as one of the premier acts of the Texas/Red Dirt scene.

Three years later, James left The Departed, simply because he missed playing his own sound he’d worked so hard to find.

In total, James has released three solo albums with his own band. The most recent, entitled “Different Hats” in 2021, features guest artist Lee Roy Parnell who still performs with James quite often. The album has been critically acclaimed for its masterful storytelling with irresistible funky groves.

FEATURING
The New Soul Invaders
The Mathis Trio
Dr. Robert and Martha Haydon
Music Director: Vicki Wehmeyer
A large cast of artists from Brenham and a little beyond.

Come after church for fried chicken with all the fixin’s, cooked by Royers! By the time your cobbler with ice cream is served, you’ll be singing-along to some traditional hymns and old-timey Gospel tunes!

Then join us for a unifying concert of Praise Music. You can expect the classic favorites you learned in church, some beautiful renditions of inspirational pop songs, and some down-home bluesy Gospel music that will get you on your feet.

“This event will be a family-type gathering after church, to celebrate this universal music that inspires us all,” said Sharon Brass, The Barnhill Center producer. “We will feature a diverse cast of Christian and Gospel musicians from the region.”

The New Soul Invaders, from Industry, is an all-male group of vocalists with a full band. Their music can be defined as lively Gospel with a bluesy flavor. They have performed at the annual Austin City Limits Music Festival, at Austin’s Stubb’s Sunday Gospel Brunch, at Gruene Hall in New Braunfels, and countless churches throughout Texas.

From the Hempstead area, The Mathis Trio is a female vocal group made-up of two sisters and a cousin. In addition to traditional hymns, they sing inspirational pop music and some of their own original songs. They perform at churches throughout the region and also virtually on their Facebook page – that’s where they have become popular online personalities with their fun cooking and crafting shows.

Dr. Robert L. Haydon and his wife, Martha, are blessed to perform Christian music on two pianos. He is a Brenham Family Medicine physician and she was an elementary music teacher, principal, and accompanist for Maifests, Brenham Children’s Chorus and Brenham High School musicals. For over 45 years, the Haydons have served as pianist and organist at Brenham First Baptist Church.

You can expect a variety of additional artists onstage, with musical direction — and a song or two — from Vicki Wehmeyer. Vicki has spent her career performing, directing choirs and teaching music at BISD, Blinn and her private studio.