Guitar master Tommy Emmanuel and bluegrass power-duo Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley will perform together live at 8 p.m. June 26 at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum.
Hailing from Australia, Emmanuel is known worldwide for his unique finger-picking style on the acoustic guitar. Originally a session player in many bands, Emmanuel carved out his own style as a solo artist, releasing award-winning albums and singles.
Ickes, a 15-time International Bluegrass Music Association Dobro Player of the Year winner, has been at the forefront of Dobro players for decades. Ickes has been a sought-after Nashville session player and musician for decades, with credits to his name such as Vince Gill, Earl Scruggs, Merle Haggard, Alan Jackson, Reba McEntire and Alison Krauss.
Hensley is a Tennessee-born guitar prodigy who made his Grand Ole Opry debut at the age of 11 and has been called “Nashville’s hottest young player” by Acoustic Guitar magazine. His soulful baritone vocals have received acclaim as well.
“Tommy Emmanuel is simply a phenomenal artist, and I can’t wait to hear him collaborate with Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley,” Hall of Fame executive director Chris Joslin said. “We are preparing for an incredible night of music.”
Tickets are on sale now. Reserved seating tickets are $42.50. With social distancing in place, seating is limited. Tickets can be purchased online at bluegrasshall.org, in person at the Hall of Fame (311 W. 2nd St.), or by calling 270-926-7891 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday.
Doors open at 7:30 p.m., and the concert begins at 8 pm. Bar and concessions will be available during the event.
