The Country Gentlemen Show featuring musicians Lynnwood Lunsford, Dave Propst, Taylor Parks, Mike Phipps and Darren Beachley, will take place at 7 p.m. at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre,15 North Main Street, on Saturday, March 22. (Submitted photo)

BAINBRIDGE - Don’t miss The Country Gentlemen Show at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre, 15 North Main Street, on Saturday, March 22. The show begins at 7 p.m.

Few names in the bluegrass world are as celebrated as The Country Gentlemen. Their harmonious blend of traditional and contemporary styles has made a lasting impact on the genre. Today, The Country Gentlemen Show, composed of talented musicians, carries the legacy of honoring the original band’s music and spirit.

The band is not just a cover band; they are a tribute in the truest sense. They don’t merely replicate the songs; they breathe new life into them. With members like Mike Phipps on vocals and guitar, Lynwood Lunsford on banjo and vocals, Dave Propst on mandolin and vocals, Darren Beachley on Dobro and vocals and Taylor Parks on bass and vocals the band brings a wealth of experience and passion to the stage.

While the band honors the past, it also looks to the future. Their latest album “Yesterday and Tomorrow” is a testament to this, featuring new, original material that stays true to the style of the original Country Gentlemen. This project, especially poignant following Bill Yates’s passing, shows the band’s commitment to evolving while respecting the roots from which they grew.

The Country Gentlemen Show is more than just a musical act; they are the custodians of a rich musical heritage. They ensure that the music of The Country Gentlemen continues to resonate with current fans and reaches new ones. Their dedication to preserving and advancing this musical tradition is a beautiful homage to the original band and a gift to bluegrass lovers everywhere.

If you’re a bluegrass fan or just discovering the genre, following The Country Gentlemen Show is a journey through the heart of American musical tradition. Their music is a bridge between the past and the future and a ride worth taking.

Doors open at 6 pm and all performances are open seating. Tickets are available at the door or you may reserve a ticket ahead by calling 607-288-3882. For further information or to see future events visit www.jerichoarts.com.

In the art gallery that evening is the Student Art Showcase. The 17th Annual Student Art Showcase includes the works of exceptional art students. Please come and enjoy the fantastic works of these very talented young people. Participating Schools include Bainbridge/Guilford, Afton, Sidney, Greene, Gilbertsville/Mount Upton and Unatego. The gallery is open at 6 pm before the show through intermission and is free to the public.

- information from Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre