When F. Scott Fitzgerald issued his classic conclusion that ‘There are no second acts in American lives,’ he failed to envision the career of legendary Texas troubadour Ray Wylie Hubbard. A willing conspirator in the late seventies Cosmic Cowboy revolt that ushered in the mythical Outlaw era, Hubbard was a catalyst in the cultural upheaval that led to the peaceful coexistence of Lone Star music enthusiasts who comprised each end of the social and political spectrum of that troubled time. In the stellar company of iconic colleagues like Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Doug Sahm and Jerry Jeff Walker, Ray Wylie Hubbard was an architect of the musical legacy that continues to inspire subsequent generations of up-and-coming Texas talent. Yes, Hubbard is a Texas singer-songwriter, complete with the classic trifurcated handle, fundamental chapter of the canon in his song catalog (“Redneck Mother”), and enough wild hairs in his past to qualify him as a legend. But along the way, his attention began to leave matters extraneous to his art and soul by the wayside and focus on the beauty and potential to be found in the blank canvas of, in his case, the yet to be written and recorded song. The […]

CHORALE "Resonating Faith" Choral Prayers Across Diverse Divinity Sunday, May 19, 2024 | 3:00 pm Westminster Presbyterian Church Odessa Dr. Juan Hernández, Chorale Director Gayle Bizzell, Accompanist Join us for an enchanting afternoon of musical exploration as voices unite in Resonating Faith: Choral Prayers Across Diverse Divinity. In this transcendent concert experience, we journey through the depths of human spirituality, weaving together choral prayers from a myriad of faith traditions. From the sacred hymns of Catholicism to the ancient chants of the Rig Veda, and the reverent invocations of nature, each piece resonates with the universal language of devotion. Through harmonious melodies and heartfelt expressions, we celebrate the beauty of diversity and the interconnectedness of all spiritual paths. Come be uplifted by the ethereal voices and soul stirring music, as we embrace the rich tapestry of faith that unites us all. $25 General Admission, Students $12 CLICK TO PURCHASE ONLINE 800-514-3849 or at the door Scheduled programs and individuals are subject to change. Ticketing is handled by the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center - all ticketing, security, and venue policies apply.