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Playing Together

June 23, 2016
Playing Together
Days filled with bright sunshine.
Family Adventures. Refreshing dips in the pool.
Summer doesn't get much better.

But then night comes. Summer nights at Blackberry are sublime: warm, honeysuckle-scented air, cricket
orchestras, crisp bottles of wine, the glow of concert lights as your favorite musician takes the stage. Music
has a magical ability to bring us together. Although we may be from different places at different ages in
different seasons of life, the love of music links us all. So when we christen our event center with a month of
music this August, we’ll really be celebrating another beautiful way to connect here on the farm. We hope
you’ll spend a few slow Summer nights with us doing the same.

Ben Rector

August 4

Fans of singer-songwriter Ben Rector are drawn to his piano-driven alternative sound.
He began writing and recording songs in high school and became the youngest person
to ever win the John Lennon Songwriting Contest in the pop category. Whether you already
adore Ben Rector’s music or have yet to hear it, you’re sure to be drawn in by his earnest

performances and upbeat songs.

Emmylou Harris and Friends

August 19-21

A guest favorite is back: award-winning singer-songwriter Emmylou Harris will return to bring her
eclectic, signature mix of folk, country and rock to Bramble Hall, as well as a curated assortment
of musical friends and guests. The incredible lineup is always impressive; years past have included

legendary artists like Vince Gill, Buddy Miller, Shawn Colvin and Robert Plant.

Jennifer Nettles

August 24

Country superstar Jennifer Nettles has earned more awards—including Grammys, CMAs and AMAs
than we can count for her powerhouse vocals, brilliant songwriting and legendary performances.
The lead vocalist of the beloved country duo Sugarland, Jennifer makes her solo debut this year

with her first album and with a high-energy performance to christen Bramble Hall.

Maren Morris

August 28

A new star on the country scene, Maren Morris is turning heads with her self-titled LP’s single,“My Church.”
Her story-driven style and classic sound are already making her a stand out on the country music circuit,
and her Bramble Hall debut will undoubtedly showcase the breakthrough sound and fresh perspective
that is fast tracking her toward chart-topping success.