Although the group made their debut as the Sons of Dixie in 1997, their history begins long before then...

Three of the members, cousin Donnie Avery and brothers Warren and Michael Jarman have been active in a Christian music group, called The Boys From Bethlehem, since 1971. It wasn't until the early 1990's, when Warren became a member of a local camp of Sons of Confederate Veterans, that the boys became interested in the history and music of the War Between the States. By this time the "Boys" had developed a sizable audience, and had enjoyed a good bit of local popularity. Many of the SCV camp members enjoyed listening to gospel music, so camp officers would frequently ask Warren to get the Boys From Bethlehem to perform for various camp events. The boys then tailored their repertoire to consist mainly of popular hymns of the 1860's. Within time they began to include other period music, including the beloved "Dixie." Soon other organizations, including several chapters of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, began making requests for concerts. It became apparent that things would not remain the same for the boys...

By 1997, the "Boys" had accepted the inevitable fact that the group was expanding and evolving. Up until this time, they performed most of their music a cappella, by piano, or with the assistance of background soundtracks. A different approach had to be made to their music. They needed period stringed instruments to perform many of the songs they wished to sing. It was at this juncture that the local SCV camp Lt. Commander, Roger Alvis, introduced John Currie to the group. In addition to John's skill with the banjo, guitar, and fiddle, he possessed a wealth of knowledge about Southern 'old-time' music! This was the perfect combination! And, it turned out that John was a singer too! Now, in addition to their popular a cappella arrangements, the boys could perform songs like "Yellow Rose of Texas" and "Rose of Alabamy" in style with John plucking the banjo!

It wasn't long before the group realized they needed another name to distinguish themselves from their gospel group. After a great deal of thought and discussion, they decided on "Sons of Dixie." And hence---the group as they are known today.

Bright Summer Days CD or Tape	Our Dixie Forever! CD & Tape
Bonnie Blue Flag The Glendy Burk Nearer, My God, to Thee Stonewall Jackson's Way Jordan Am A Hard Road to Travel Tramp, Tramp, Tramp Old Joe Clark (Instrumental) Dixie's Land Riding a Raid Coronation Goober Peas Maryland, My Maryland Hard Times Come Again No More Rose of Alabamy Our Bright Summer Days Are Gone	Battle Cry of Freedom Lorena When the Roses Bloom Again Vacant Chair Molly Mae, (Roger Alvis) There is a Fountain Amazing Grace The Old North State Just Before the Battle, Mother Yellow Rose of Texas Bright Sunny South Dixie Tenting Tonight

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