The Congress of Country Music, an endeavor born out of an abiding respect for the roots of country music, is under construction in my hometown.

Marty Stuart: “The Congress of Country Music, an endeavor born out of passion, dedication and an abiding respect and admiration for the roots of country music, is now under construction in my hometown.”

Dolly Parton met Carl Dean outside a laundromat on the day she moved to Nashville in 1964. Two years later, they tied the knot.

Hempstead Hall hosted Marty Stuart Thursday (2-20) for a big show that drew a large crowd. Stuart has done most everything in country music. He began his career playing mandolin for Bluegrass legend Lester Flatt in the early 1970’s.

Marty Stuart, Tanya Tucker and the late Loretta Lynn, they've received more standing ovations on the Grand Ole Opry than times they've appeared on the program. Camille Parker debuts at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024.

The band consists of Kenny Vaughan, Harry Stinson and Chris Scruggs. The album's origins can be traced to Stuart's years composing music for film and television, including the score for "All The Pretty Horses," which earned him GRAMMY Awards in the category of "Best Country Instrumental Performance" for "Foggy Mountain Breakdown" and "Hummingbyrd."

Five-time Grammy Award winner, Marty Stuart, will perform twice in central Pa. in April. Fans can catch Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives on Sunday, April 6, at the American Music Theatre in Lancaster; and on Thursday, April 24, at the State Theatre in State College.