music
OFO to open concert season Oct. 13
The Ozark Festival Orchestra, based in Monett, will open its 45th season with a concert at 3 p.m. on Oct.
Kings Prairie benefit concert expands Sept. 7
Craft show added to music supporting community center The annual Kings Prairie music festival, the fundraiser for the rural community east of Monett, will expand this year for activities on Saturday, Sept. 7.

Trout Fest crowd shows spirit at Sunday South Park concert
Area residents joined in praise through music at Cassville’s South Park on Sunday. Caleb and Kelsey, pictured were the first of three acts to perform, followed by Riley Clemmons, and with Anthem Lights playing as the headliner.
Chadwick awarded music scholarship
Stewards of the Dr. Russell Robinson Music Education Scholarship have announced Vincent Chadwick is the 2024 recipient.

Jazz Band jams at Bikes, Blues and BBQ
Band Teacher Kelli Pavlu directs the Cassville Jazz Band during a number at Bikes Blues and BBQ on Friday.
4th Annual Blues and BBQ on Friday
Wildcat Jazz to perform The Cassville Jazz Bands are tuning up for Blues and BBQ, inviting the community to bring their lawn chairs and blankets to the high school for this open-air concert and barbecue on Friday at 6:30 pm. Last year, Kelly Tolbert and some of his friends rode their motorcycles to the fundraiser.
Young artists to shine for Ozark Festival Orchestra
The Ozark Festival Orchestra, based in Monett, will continue its 44th season at 3 p.m. on Feb. 25 at the Monett High School Performing Arts Center, presenting its annual Young Artists Concert.