Benton Illinois Steel show

[Don Lampley]

Just a friendly reminder our show is comming up in April 12,13,and14 tickets are going fast don't miss this show. The great Buddy Emmons, Joe Wright, John Hughey, Russ&Laney Hicks, the legend Don Helms, Ron Elliot, Lynn Owsley, Don Curtis, and Dewitt Scott will all be there. Also some great local talent with singers. Booth space still available. for directions or Motel info go to our web site. Hope to see you all there. Don Lampley

[Ron Elliott]

Don,..we'll see you there. Tell Sheila a fond Howdy for us, as we look forward to seeing you both. April the 12th is my birthday. A new SUV will be just fine. You don't even have to wrap it for me. Take care, and we'll see you in about 3 weeks. Ron & Leslie

[Bobby D. Reed]

I think this will be one of the best steel shows ever. What steel player pro or not wouldn't like to see this show? Hope to see everyone there....Bobby

[Don Lampley]

Hey Ron what color suv do you need Ha we look forward to seeing you both in April. Don

[Ron Elliott]

RED

[Lyle Clary]

Ron, How old would you like your Scot's birthday present to be. I thinking around 18 and single, right?

[Ron Elliott]

Aye Lad, ye be knowin' me well...me clan'll be proud !

[Lyle Clary]

And mine as well!

[Don E. Curtis]

I'm really looking forward to it!! I think it's my fourth year in a row...lots of nice people and steel fans and a great room.
I think Scotty and I are doing our duet with the Frypan and the D-10. I guess we should practice up a bit.
See you there!
Don E. Curtis

www.southernilproductions.com

[Don Lampley]

Don its always a pleasure to have you at our show we look forward to Scotty and your set I know it will be great. Tickets going fast don't miss a single minute great show. See you'al in two weeks. Don Lampley

[Ron Elliott]

This is always a great show...and deserves a little bump. Thanks,..Ron Elliott

[DeWitt Scott]

Hi Ron ... My birthday is April 10th so if you have any cake or red BMW's left save me one! See you and Leslie there. Scotty & Mary

[Don Lampley]

Hey Ron just thought I would remind you to bring your suit cases you might need them I know Leslie will appreciate it. Don

[Ernie Renn]

(I sound like a broken record:)

Somebody please take some pictures of Buddy for me to add to the website. I'd certainly appreciate it! Thanks!

[Don Lampley]

Ernie email me after the show be glad to send pictures to you we should have plenty of all the players. Don

[Sheila Lampley]

There are still advance tickets available. The way we are doing it is you can call Don @ 618-627-2409, Bobby @ 615-824-4187 or Joe @ 618-218-2517 and tell them how many tickets you want and we will put them in an envelope at the door. When you get there you can ask for your tickets and pay for them then. It's not too late to get advance tickets. Three day tickets are $25.00 both in advance and at the door. Thursday tickets are $6.00 in advance and $8.00 at the door. Fridays are $10.00 in advance and $12.00 at the door. Saturdays are $15.00 in advance and $17.00 at the door. We are expecting a huge crowd this year and tickets are going fast. Get yours reserved soon. Booth spaces are also still available for $70.00 for 3 days. Call for more info. There are still rooms available in the area. There are a couple of rooms at the Seasons on the Green and a couple of condos. There are hotels in Benton, Mt Vernon and Marion IL. We hope to see you there.

[Don Lampley]

One day away then hold on to your seats the music will start don't miss a single minute it will be great. Don

[Al Marcus]

Scotty-Happy Birthday to you. Wish I could be there and see all the guys again. I enjoyed seeing you and all the players at LT.Zinn's Grand Rapids shows. Best wishes for another successful Steel Guitar Show..al.:)

[Lyle Clary]

Ernie, I have a brand new digital camera and plan on using it to the point of being a pest. I will send you some pictures of Buddy and the rest. See you all tomorrow!

[Sheila Lampley]

And Lyle takes great pictures!

[Ron Elliott]

....Lyle takes the cake

[Bill Dobkins]

I plan on coming Sat, only. What steelers will be there ?

[Sheila Lampley]

THURSDAY, APRIL 12=-
1:00 p.m. – Cord Fitch
1:30 p.m. – Vern Mandrell
2:00 p.m. – Rob Arview
2:30 p.m. – Lyle Clary
3:00 p.m. – Eddie Dunlap
3:30 p.m. – Randall Riley
4:00 p.m. – Rob Parker
4:30 p.m. – Fred Rushing
5:00 p.m. – Bill Vaughn
5:30 p.m. – Lee Brothers
DINNER BREAK
6:00 p.m. – Spring Pond Band
7:00 p.m. – Joe Arview Jr. Band
8:00 p.m. – Bobby Reed
Variety Show with Guests:
Teresa Street, Jeanita Spillman, Don Lampley, Bill Vaughn, Mary Brown, Steve Gosney, Lindle Johnson, Rob Parker & Larry Overturf


-=FRIDAY, APRIL 13=-
10:00 a.m. – Lyle Clary
10:35 a.m. – Rob Parker
11:10 a.m. – Vern Mandrell
11:45 a.m. – Rob Arview
12:20 p.m. – Jack Heern
12:55 p.m. – Bobby Reed
1:30 p.m. – Fred Rushing
2:05 p.m. – Lee Brothers
2:40 p.m. – Cord Fitch
3:15 p.m. – Randall Riley
3:50 p.m. – Craig Davidson
4:25 p.m. – Eddie Dunlap
5:00 p.m. – Bill Vaughn
5:35 p.m. – Larry Dolan
6:10 p.m. – Gene Piper
DINNER BREAK (Lynn Owsley with guest)
7:15 p.m. – Wes Potts & Jackpot Country
8:15 p.m. – Ron Head & the Country Showboys
9:15 p.m. – Jam Session


-=SATURDAY, APRIL 14=-
10:00 a.m. – Fred Rushing
10:40 a.m. – Bobby Reed
11:20 a.m. – Larry Dolan
12:00 p.m. – Lee Brothers
12:40 p.m. – George King
1:00 p.m. – Gene Piper
1:40 p.m. – DeWitt Scott & Don Curtis
2:40 p.m. – John Hughey
3:30 p.m. – Joe Wright
4:20 p.m. – Ron Elliott
5:10 p.m. – Don Helms
DINNER BREAK
7:00 p.m. – Buddy Emmons
8:00 p.m. – Russ & Laney Hicks
9:00 p.m. – Jam Session

[Don E. Curtis]

Bill, the complete schedule is posted here:

www.southernilproductions.com/schedule.html

See you there!
Don

[Don E. Curtis]

Wow Sheila...you beat me by 59 seconds...
Don