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William Lee Golden Exhibit

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Alabama Music Hall of Fame Celebrating Life & Work of Oak Ridge Boys Member William Lee Golden

 The Alabama Music Hall of Fame is honoring iconic singer William Lee Golden with a rare exhibition of his dynamic and powerful paintings.  The museum will launch the display of the William Lee Golden Art Collection which is set to run from September 3-January 15, 2009. A 19-piece body of work will be showcased, providing a glimpse of the legendary artist’s vision of the world through the beauty of nature and vivid language of color.  The exhibition will chronicle scenes and snapshots from his extraordinary travels and career, reflecting Golden’s strong value and appreciation for our country’s history and natural environment.  This exhibit will allow visitors and fans to explore, experience, and enjoy the expressive artwork of the Brewton native.  

Among Golden’s featured paintings for the exhibit is Bush Garden.  The piece was done in honor of former President George & First Lady Barbara Bush, depicting the breathtaking garden at their Kennebunkport, Maine estate.  Mrs. Bush describes the artwork as a family joy and treasure.

William Lee Golden is a 1997 Inductee into the Alabama Music Hall of Fame.

 

2008
Induction Banquet & Awards Show

   12th INDUCTION BANQUET & AWARDS SHOW

Was a huge success as it was presented, for the first time, in Montgomery, Alabama.

Maudie and Senator Roger Bedford, The Commodores and Governor Bob Riley back stage prior to the Commodores performance.

Ex. Director David Johnson, 2008 Inductee Donnie Fritts & Kris Kristofferson look at harmonica Kristofferson played, signed and donated to the Hall of Fame.

2008 Inductee Ernie Ashworth Performs his signature song "Talk Back Trembling Lips" following his induction.

The Soul Connection of Taylor Hicks and 1997 Inductee Percy Sledge was obvious. 

Randy Owen performs and serves as emcee for event.

2008 Inductee Tommy Shaw with his Induction Award.

Hit Alabama songwriters performing were L. to R. Chris Tompkins (Before He Cheats) Walt Aldridge ( I Loved Her First) Beth Neilson Chapman (This Kiss) & Donnie Fritts (We Had It All).

Margaret Bennett with the 2008 induction award for her late husband Boyd Bennett.  Boyd Bennett received the John Herbert Orr Pioneer Award for his writing and performing of "Seventeen" the first recording geared for teens.

2008 inductee and Jazz Bassist Cleve Eaton with his Induction Award.

2003 Inductee Clarence Carter prior to his performance of "Strokin" and "Patches"

2007 Nashville Star winner Angela Hacker performs

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2001 Inductee Eddie Floyd prior to his performance of self written hits, "634-5789" and "Knock on Wood"

VP of ASCAP, John Briggs with his 2008 Music Industry Award.

Successful Guitarist Larry Byrom after receiving the 2008 Studio Musicians Award. 

Lola Fossett with the 2008 Media Award, that was awarded  to her late husband Rick "Shayne" Fossett.

Donnie Fritts with his 2008 Induction Award.

1989 Inductee Sonny James presents 2008 Inductee Ernie Ashworth with his award.

2008 Inductee Tommy Shaw performs after his induction.

Hit songwriter, singer and movie actor Kris Kristofferson performs during ceremony in honor of his friend 2008 Inductee Donnie Fritts.

2008 Award Winners

Induction Awards

Ernie Ashworth

Boyd Bennett

Cleveland Eaton

Donnie Fritts

Tommy Shaw

Contemporary Awards

Songwriter Award

Chris Tompkins

Music Industry Award

John Briggs

Studio Musician Award

Larry Byrom

America's Music Award

Angela Hacker

Taylor Hicks

Media Award

Rick Shayne

 

 

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