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BCA Presents LYLE LOVETT AND HIS ACOUSTIC GROUP Multi‐Grammy Award‐winning Americana music icon comes to Breckenridge

Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 7:30 pm Tickets: $75, $95 VIP Riverwalk Center, Breckenridge

“Whether he's backed by his Large Band or his Acoustic Group, Lovett always surrounds himself with superb musicians. Lovett's been at this for nigh on 30 years and remains at the top of his game." –NPR

BRECKENRIDGE, CO (January 27, 2015) – Breckenridge Creative Arts is proud to present Americana music icon and multi‐Grammy Award winner Lyle Lovett and His Acoustic Group on Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center in Breckenridge. Tickets are $75, with limited VIP seating available at $95. VIP ticket includes priority seating in the first four rows and a pre‐performance cocktail reception. Tickets are on sale now through breckcreate.org.

A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas‐based musician fuses elements of country, swing, , folk, gospel and in a convention‐defying manner that breaks down barriers.

Celebrated for his distinctive voice and easygoing charisma, Lovett has received four Grammy Awards, including Best Male Country Vocal Performance and Best Country Album, the Americana Music Association’s inaugural Trailblazer Award and was recently named the Texas State Musician by the Texas Commission on the Arts.

Lovett as been touring in support of Release Me since its release in 2012. The album was #1 for several weeks on the Billboard Americana charts and is described as quintessential Lyle. Release Me features a smart collection of originals and songs written by some of his favorite songwriters that show not only the breadth of this legend’s deep talents, but also the diversity of his influences making him one of the most infectious and fascinating musicians in popular music.

The Breckenridge engagement of Lyle Lovett and His Acoustic Group is part of a new performing arts series entitled “BCA Presents,” a program of year‐round concerts, lectures, and special events presented and hosted by Breckenridge Creative Arts.

Established in 2014, Breckenridge Creative Arts was developed by the town to support and promote arts, culture, and creative experiences throughout Breckenridge. This multidisciplinary nonprofit organization is responsible for the successful management of a series of programs, facilities, and partnerships that collectively animate and populate a cultural corridor in the heart of downtown Breckenridge. From quality performing and visual arts to the development of one of the region’s newest arts districts, Breckenridge Creative Arts is a transformative force for Breckenridge and the greater Summit County community. More info at breckcreate.org.

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