FEATURED PERFORMERS

RICOCHETQUATTLEBAUM MUSIC CENTER STAGESaturday 8:OO PM

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QUATTLEBAUM MUSIC CENTER STAGEFriday 8:OO PM

In 1996 the members of country super group Ricochet watched their debut single, “What Do I Know,” rise to the Top 5, earning the band the honor of the highest charting debut single of the year. The follow-up single release, “Daddy’s Money,” became an immediate hit, rising to #1 on the Radio & Records Country Singles Chart, the Gavin Country Singles Chart and the Billboard Country Singles Chart-where it stayed #1 for two consecutive weeks. The band’s distinctive musical style and intricate harmonies earned them recognition as one of the most popular vocal groups in country music, a mantle they still wear today.

Now, more than fifteen years later, “The Hardest Working Band in Country Music” is still going strong. The band continues to create great country music sung with the distinctive harmonies that are their hallmark. They log thousands of miles on the road each year; thrilling audiences of all ages across the United States and abroad. Ricochet has performed thousands of shows over a span of more than 15 years. They will perform more than 100 shows in North America just this year.

With feet firmly planted in faith and family, drawing from the stream started by the Lefevres and carried on by Rex Nelon, Kelly, Jason, and Amber crystallize a new vision for the Nelons’ three decade gospel legacy. With numerous awards and accolades including three Grammy nominations, six Gospel Music Association Dove awards and many songs that have soared to the top of national radio charts, this family trio continues to produce innovative music that embraces their traditional roots while bridging the generational gap of music lovers with incomparable harmonies and great songs.

The Nelons continue a heavy touring schedule consisting of more than 150 concerts annually that takes their brand of Christian music around

the world-just recently finishing a very successful Scandinavian tour. They are regulars on the famed Gaither Homecoming Video Series and they have become sought after worship leaders in various music and choral conferences.

During the rare times when the Nelons are not on the road, they serve as Artists in Residence at Jacksonville, Florida’s Trinity Baptist Church. As they travel, they’re Ambassadors for Trinity Baptist College, where Amber is a sophomore.

For original group member Kelly Nelon Clark, singing alongside her husband, song-writer and group arranger Jason Clark, and her daughter Amber Nelon Thompson this is a full-circle moment as she reflects on the countless nights she shared the stage with her Hall of Fame Father Rex Nelon.

Today, the Nelons take all the elements you’ve come to expect from the group-unparalleled vocal excellence. Take a sound built on the interplay between a soaring soprano and Kelly’s emotional smooth alto with an intertwining tenor, and add impeccable tight family harmony with an uncanny gift of communicating God’s love and you have a worship experience that you’ll not soon forget!

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Ricochet is the only country band to ever chart the National Anthem and is in constant demand to perform it live. They have performed for our men and women in uniform, at NASCAR Sprint Cup events, Major League Baseball games, National Football League games, National Hockey League events and PBR and PRCA rodeo events.

In addition to eight nationally broadcast, high rotation music videos, Ricochet has made repeated national network television appearances including The Tonight Show, Prime Time Country, The Grand Ole Opry, Crook & Chase, The CMA Awards, The ACM Awards, The CCMA Awards, Speedvision and many others.

Ricochet features Heath Wright on lead vocals, lead guitar and fiddle; Chris Hempfling on vocals and drums; Steve Hamby on bass guitar and vocals; Larry Hight on steel guitar, electric and acoustic guitar, saxophone and vocals; and Matt Harelik on keyboards, trumpet and vocals.

THENELONS

FR IDAY N IGHTThe Dixan ProjectFriday 6:00 PM

Foundation 3Saturday 10:00 AM

The Clark Family Trio featuring Bill Nesbit tFriday 7:00 PM

The Nelons | Friday 8:00 PM

Good News Singers Saturday 11:00 AM

Belles and Beaux Saturday 12:00 PM

The Dixan Project is a musical duo with heavy-harmony and a contemporary sound. Members Jordan Mack & Dixie Hardin are both worship leaders at Renew Community Church in Cabot. They began singing together in 2013 after Jordan moved from Kansas City, MO, to be a part of Renew. Jordan has been playing guitar and singing since the age of 15, and released his first EP in 2011. He is now married to Dixie’s sister, Rachel, and works with the youth ministry at Renew Community Church. Dixie has been married to her husband, Brad, for 10 years and they have 2 children. She works as the Marketing Director for the Renew Community Center. Dixie also works with a non-profit that teaches children about music, rhythm and beats. Dixie has been a singer since the age of nine.

After performing in Nashville at a young age, Jana Haymond came home to raise her family and start her teaching career. In 2012 she decided to pursue her music dream again and started performing both locally and in Nashville, Jana recently started singing with brother and sister duo Brad Bates and Kristy Melton after meeting in church. Foundation 3 blends Jana’s love of country with Brad and Kristy’s contemporary Christian background. They will be performing the National Anthem and Freedom Warriors Riding Association of Arkansas will be representing our military veterans during the presentation of the American flag.

The Clark Family Trio have been featured at Silver Dollar City, the Ozark Folk Center, Eureka Springs Folk Festival, Eureka Springs Bluegrass Weekend, Our Saturday Musical in Mountain View, the Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour and many other notable venues. Accompanied by guitarist Bill Nesbitt, they perform modern bluegrass, folk, jazz and gospel favorites. Eleven-year-old Sally Ann Clark and her big sister, 16-year-old Sophie, have grown up singing with their Mom, Cindy, who plays upright bass for the group. Together with Nesbitt, they have delighted audiences with their talent and presentation in live shows around Arkansas and beyond. They have two CDs for sale that can be purchased at Get Down Downtown or on www.clarkfamilytrio.com.

Harding’s Good News Singers is a popular acappella group that specializes in close harmony, interesting arrangements and spiritually uplifting music. The group tours throughout the country and appears at churches, youth rallies, teen nights and other special programs. Good News Singers is open to all interested singers and all members are chosen by audition. The 10 select members of the group receive a scholarship. The group is led by Chuck Hicks.

Since 1959, Harding’s exciting pop group, Belles & Beaux, have featured a wide variety of music from classical to country to rock and everything between. This in-demand instrumental/vocal group maintains a full schedule of performances including trips throughout the nation. Belles & Beaux is open to all interested musicians and all performance positions are filled by audition. The 15 select members of the group receive a scholarship. The group is led by Chuck Hicks.

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SATURDAY MORNING

QUATTLEBAUM MUS IC CENTER S TAGE PERFORMERS

SATURDAY CONT ’DCrowley Ridge Cloggers Saturday 1:00 PM

Charlot te Taylor and Gypsy Rain Saturday 5:00 PM

White County Star SteppersSaturday 1:30 PM

Pamela K. Ward Saturday 6:30 PM

Ramblin’ Fever Saturday 3:30 PM

Since l980, Crowley Ridge Cloggers have performed throughout Arkansas, Missouri, Tennessee and the surrounding areas at bluegrass festivals, community activities, picnics, charity events, nursing homes and schools. The Jonesboro-based clogging group prides themselves in providing family entertainment. They dance to bluegrass, pop and country music. Their goal is to promote and preserve our clogging heritage as America’s folk dance.

The White County Star Steppers have the distinction of being Searcy’s first organized line dance group. Formed in early 2010 as an outgrowth of a continuing education class hosted by ASU-Searcy, the group dances for fun and fitness and performs at local events. Blending classic and contemporary choreography, the group entertains at various civic and county events. Taught by an accredited instructor, the group meets at the Lightle Center and invites newcomers to participate.

Armed with a saxophone, keyboard and incredible vocals, Pamela has a show that is nothing short of electrifying. Performing on stage since the age of two, she has been entertaining audiences at fairs, festivals and events across the country. Pamela has shared the stage with some of the greatest musicians in the industry. She has been a featured performing artist on the legendary Beale Street in Memphis, as well as on Broadway in Nashville. Pamela has opened for artists such as Jimmy Buffett and Loretta Lynn and she was a house band artist at the famous Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville. She is currently a house band artist for the NHL Nashville Predators, performing for multiple home games and other events at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Pamela released her first full-length solo album of original music in 2013. Being a White County native, Pamela is excited to come home to play for her family and friends at Get Down Downtown.

Ramblin’ Fever is a rockin’ band of Arkansas musicians Ty Candler of Judsonia on lead vocals and keyboard, Greg Williams of Judsonia on lead vocals and bass guitar, James Dixon of Searcy on lead vocals and drums, Danny Candler of Batesville on lead guitar and Randy Terry of Searcy on steel guitar. Ramblin’ Fever plays a mix of favorite cover tunes and originals.Bring your lawnchair and get settled in for a full Saturday afternoon of live music featuring local musicians.

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Charlotte Taylor, originally from Heber Springs, started singing at an early age and got hooked on blues and soul-starting her first band Project Blue in 1993. Her album on Hi Records features 11 original songs. Performing all over the mid-south, CTGR has opened for many notables including John Lee Hooker, Jr., Michael Burks and Guitar Shorty. Their line-up includes Searcy native Dr. Bruce Johnston on bass, one of the original members of Project Blue who is a professor of music at Ouachita Baptist University; 30 year music scene veteran John Roach on drums, from Romance; saxophonist and jazz ambassador Dave Williams II, from Little Rock; and multi-instrumentalist Matt Stone on guitar, originally from Chicago, now residing in Little Rock. Charlotte Taylor and Gypsy Rain are reigning semi-finalists at the 2014 International Blues Challenge hosted each year in Memphis and they are a yearly staple at the world renowned King Biscuit Blues Festival in Helena.

Ricochet | Saturday 8:00 PM

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Robbins Sanford Grand Hall Bridal FairThe Robbins Sanford Grand Hall will host a Fall Bridal Fair during the Get Down Downtown festivities on Saturday, September 27, from 10 am to 7 pm. Special event vendors throughout Searcy will showcase their offerings, from cakes and flowers to decorations and wedding rentals. Located at 118 N. Spring Street in historic downtown Searcy, Robbins Sanford is a classic venue that offers an ideal setting for social occasions.

Author Talk and Book SigningFormer Congressman Ed Bethune will be in the courtroom of the White County Courthouse for an author’s talk and book signing on Friday, September 26, beginning at 1 pm. Bethune’s latest novel, based on his experience as a prosecuting attorney, will be available at the book signing.

2nd Annual Get Down Downtown Car ShowThe 2nd Annual Get Down Downtown Car Show will be held Saturday, September 27, from 2 pm to 6 pm on the west side of Spring Park. Registration starts at 2 pm and entry fee is $20.00 (proceeds benefit Main Street Searcy). Cash prizes and awards will be given in several categories. For more information, contact Jason Barnett at 501-281-3632 or Dwayne LaForce at 501-593-5872.

* Special thanks to Barnett Towing & Recovery and Barnett Salvage

ADDI T IONAL F ES T I V I T I E S

THANK YOU FROM MA IN S TREET S EARCYOn behalf of the Main Street Searcy Board of Directors, I would like to thank Get Down Downtown’s presenting sponsor BHP Billiton Petroleum, all of our festival sponsors, the Get Down Downtown festival committee, tireless volunteers, assisting City and County departments, local law enforcement and emergency personnel for making our festival possible.

The overwhelming excitement and support of our community has allowed us to plan a great event for downtown Searcy. Each year I’m amazed at the number of Main Street friends who organize and volunteer to work at the festival; the financial generosity of businesses and organizations that help fund the event; and the number of visitors who attend Get Down Downtown each year.

For more information about Main Street Searcy’s upcoming events and projects, log onto searcy.com/mainstreetsearcy or visit facebook.com/mainstreetsearcy.

Amy L. Burton Executive Director Main Street Searcy

AT SPR ING PARKTHE KID ZONE

Children’s activities are taking place in Spring Park from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday. There are performances scheduled in and around the Spring Park Pavilion. Children can enjoy face painting, carnival games, pony rides, inflatable jumpers, slides, sack races, hula hoop contests and a petting zoo. Face painting, inflatables, contests and performances are all free. Carnival games in Spring Park cost 25 cents each and there is a charge for the petting zoo and pony ride. All proceeds benefit Main Street Searcy.

Kid’s carnival rides will be set up in the Spring Street parking lot across from First Baptist Church; there is a fee to ride.

The Searcy Fire Department will be set up along Pleasure Street on Saturday with a fire truck, smokehouse, water targets and “Freddie the Fire Truck” to teach children about fire safety.

Southwestern Energy Stage Schedule(Spring Park Pavilion)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 10:00 AM Harding Academy Chorus and Band 10:30 AM Valley Baptist H2O 11:00 AM Searcy High School Choir 11:30 AM Studio C Academy of Dance 12:30 PM White County Central Choir 1:00 PM Local Cheer Squads and Dance Teams Searcy High School Sr. High Cheer Searcy High School Lion Steppers Ahlf Junior High School Cheer Bald Knob Jr. & Sr. High Cheer Bradford Cheer Rosebud Cheer 1:30 PM Impact 360

*Scheduled musicians & performance times are subject to change on the date of event.