MUSIC
Country Music Hall of Fame This museum is superb. Plan for a little more than one hour to tour all of the exhibits, hear the great hits of all time and just soak in the history of this pure American art form. Hall of Fame events and information
Ryman Auditorium The mother church of country music. Started by a riverboat captain, as a church for Nashville, the Ryman became one of the South’s notable venues for performing artists of all genre. The Grand Ole Opry home from 1943 to 1974 made history featuring the greatest country singers of all time. Ryman events and information
Grand Ole Opry This “new” country music hall opened in 1974 when the Grand Ole Opry moved to Opry Land just Northeast of the City. A section of the Ryman stage was cut out and placed in stage center of the Grand Ole Opry stage to continue the tradition of the Ryman at the new location. Performers say they can feel the presence of those famous artists when they stand on that part of the Opry stage. Grand Ole Opry events and information
Honky Tonk Row Lower Broadway and Second Avenue is the home to a number of clubs and bars that feature country music. These bars feature the future stars of the business. Not to be missed.
Blue Bird Café A local phenom. Two sets every night. A non-smoking in-the-round session by the best songwriters and singers in Nashville. Although the artists are scheduled, impromptu appearances by the biggest names is not unusual. Many of the best drop in to try out new numbers.
The Schermerhorn Symphony Hall Opened in the Fall of 2006. The Schermerhorn is a world class venue for a wide range of artists. Built in the style of early European concert halls, this $123 Million hall was fully subscribed by private donations from Nashville. Tours, of the hall, are given daily. Schermerhorn events and information
Gospel Music
Nashville churches have some of the best choirs in the nation. If you are a fan of traditional hymns or southern gospel, church on Sunday morning will do it. Two suggestions, Christ Church on Old Hickory Road in Nashville or the Nashville First Church of the Nazarene behind the L& P Field (Titans Stadium).
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