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Grand Ole Opry
Grand Ole Opry
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NameGrand Ole Opry
LocationNashville, Tennessee
OwnerRyman Hospitality Properties
TypeCountry music venue
Capacity4,000

Grand Ole Opry. The Grand Ole Opry is a weekly country music stage concert in Nashville, Tennessee, founded on November 28, 1925, by George D. Hay. It is one of the most famous venues in country music, showcasing a mix of bluegrass music, gospel music, and other styles, with performers like Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, and Johnny Cash. The Opry has been broadcast on WSM (AM) radio station since its inception, with National Broadcasting Company (NBC) and American Broadcasting Company (ABC) also airing the show at various times. The Opry has hosted numerous famous musicians, including Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, and Kris Kristofferson.

History

The Grand Ole Opry was founded by George D. Hay, with the first show featuring Uncle Jimmy Thompson, a fiddler from Tennessee. The show was initially called the WSM Barn Dance and was later renamed the Grand Ole Opry in 1927. The Opry moved to the Ryman Auditorium in 1943, where it remained until 1974, when it moved to its current location, the Grand Ole Opry House. The Opry has undergone several changes over the years, including the addition of new performers and the introduction of new technologies, such as television and internet broadcasting. The Opry has been hosted by various disc jockeys, including Roy Acuff, Eddy Arnold, and Porter Wagoner. The Opry has also been featured in several films, including Coal Miner's Daughter and The Thing Called Love, and has been referenced in numerous songs, such as "The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia" by Vicki Lawrence and "Opryland" by The Osborne Brothers.

Performers

The Grand Ole Opry has hosted a wide range of performers over the years, including country music legends like Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, and Alan Jackson. The Opry has also featured bluegrass music performers like Bill Monroe, Earl Scruggs, and Lester Flatt. Other notable performers who have appeared on the Opry include rock music artists like Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, and Neil Young, as well as gospel music groups like The Oak Ridge Boys and The Statler Brothers. The Opry has also showcased comedy acts, such as Minnie Pearl and Rod Brasfield, and has featured instrumentalists like Chet Atkins and Roy Clark. The Opry has been a launching pad for the careers of many famous musicians, including Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, and Keith Urban.

Venues

The Grand Ole Opry has been held at several venues over the years, including the Ryman Auditorium, the Grand Ole Opry House, and the War Memorial Auditorium. The Opry has also been held at other locations, such as the Tennessee State Fairgrounds and the Nashville Municipal Auditorium. The current venue, the Grand Ole Opry House, was opened in 1974 and has a seating capacity of over 4,000. The Opry House has hosted numerous events, including the Country Music Association Awards and the Academy of Country Music Awards. The Opry has also been held at other venues, such as the Bridgestone Arena and the Nissan Stadium, for special events like the CMA Music Festival.

Shows and Programming

The Grand Ole Opry features a variety of shows and programming, including the weekly Saturday night show, which is broadcast on WSM (AM) radio and streamed online. The Opry also features several other shows, including the Opry Country Classics series, which showcases classic country music performances, and the Opry NextStage series, which features up-and-coming country music artists. The Opry has also produced several television shows, including The Grand Ole Opry Live and Opry Live. The Opry has partnered with several other organizations, including the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music, to produce special events and programming. The Opry has also been featured on several radio and television networks, including National Public Radio (NPR) and Great American Country (GAC).

Inductees and Membership

The Grand Ole Opry has a membership of over 200 performers, who are inducted into the Opry through a formal ceremony. The Opry membership includes country music legends like Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, and Johnny Cash, as well as contemporary artists like Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, and Keith Urban. The Opry also has a number of honorary members, including Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, and Kris Kristofferson. The Opry membership is considered a high honor in the country music industry, and is often seen as a milestone in a performer's career. The Opry has also inducted several groups and bands into its membership, including The Oak Ridge Boys, The Statler Brothers, and Alabama (band). The Opry has a formal induction process, which includes a ceremony and a performance on the Opry stage. Category:Country music venues