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While there's a good amount of work (eventually I'll post about one of my favorite speakers during the event), there's fabulous fun.
During lunch on Tuesday, the folks of Branson, MO sponsored a musical extravaganza giving us a taste of what's coming on board this season. I have to admit, my perception of Branson is country and that doesn't do it for me. Boy, was I surprised with what the destination offers.
Carrie Tillis (Pam Tillis' younger sister) was the bubbly MC and performances included the Twelve Irish Tenors, Roy Rogers, Jr. & the High Riders, The Comets (as in, Bill Haley. BTW - these guys can still shake, rattle and roll) and many other talented performers. (Llamas were paraded through the Virginia Beach Convention Center ballroom, too.)
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Tony Orlando (minus Dawn) was the final performer and he had attendees dancing in the aisles and women swooning. After his set, which included "Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree" and "Knock Three Times," the entire lineup performed a final song.
I was pumped for the afternoon and heading back to the educational sessions, I ran into some of the talent. A few others (all women) waited to see if Tony Orlando was coming out and sure enough, out he came.
What a wonderful person. He took the time to pose with the handful of us who waited for him even though he was due in a press conference.
So here I am with Mr. Tony Orlando (carrying the fab bag from Grandma and my bling-luggage tag from my sister Liz).
Stay tuned for more from my trip!
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