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Wednesday, 07 September 2011 14:05

Marty Stuart stops in Franklin

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Marty Stuart, a four-time Grammy winner and platinum recording artist, will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 9, at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts in Franklin.  

Stuart is best known for his traditional country music and has roots in gospel and bluegrass. He is a self-taught guitar and mandolin player which led him to join Johnny Cash’s back-up band where he played for six years before breaking out on his own.

Stuart has played with music legends such as Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Emmylou Harris, Neil Young and Billy Joel. He has toured beside county greats such as Travis Tritt and Merle Haggard.

Tickets are $25. For more information, call 866.273.4615 or visit www.greatmountainmusic.com.

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