Today we had an education in country music. Of course being raised in a Fort Morgan, Don and I have always been around it but never thought that we were fans. So now here we are in the Mecca of country music and it is starting to grow on us! We visited the Country Music Hall of Fame and obtained knowledge of the history of country music. We then went on a walking tour of the Ryman Auditorium which was the home of the Grand Ol' Opry for years. We had a great tour guide and there was only one other couple from England in our group. Did you know that there is a huge country music following in Europe? Anyway, our guide had some great stories and gossip about the stars so it was very informative. We then hopped on a trolley car which took us around the city to see the main attractions. My question is why would they build a replica if the Parthenon? Who knows - or I might of dozed off during that tidbit - kind of a norm for me if a tour involves a moving vehicle. We saw the numerous recording studios and the highlight was Taylor Swift's penthouse. I knocked and knocked but she didn't answer- so I taped Alex's phone number to her door!
The very best part of Nashville is the nightlife. We are staying downtown just a few blocks from where all the Honky Tonks (bars) are. Every night seems like a Saturday night because each establishment is packed with people and there are 1-2 live bands in each. You can just walk up and down these bustling 3 blocks and hear tons of great music! We went to the legendary Tootsies Orchid Lounge tonight and heard a fantastic band. They had a fiddler that was really terrific. Michelle Lambert- remember that name because I think she is going to be famous! See?! I am becoming a fan!
Grand Ol' Opry Taylor Swift's building ( she's in the penthouse)
The band playing at Tootsies
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