Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs In Symphony

David Hamilton is an accomplished musician known for his versatility, and artistic passion.  He has earned a reputation as a premiere orchestral arranger and a respected conductor, producer, pianist, and composer. It has been a joy for him to bring Dolly Parton’s beloved songs to life in fresh ways with new orchestral arrangements for “Threads, My Songs in Symphony” and to celebrate Dolly’s ongoing creative legacy.

David’s music spans a wide range of genres. He has written many arrangements for classical artist Lang Lang, for recording with The Walt Disney Co. and with Deutsche Grammophon, and for performances with Ed Sheeran, Metallica and many others. David has also created an extensive body of musical work collaborating with Michael W. Smith. Hamilton’s arrangements for Amy Grant, Renée Fleming, Lady Antebellum, Carrie Underwood, Josh Groban, Andrea Bocelli, Kristin Chenoweth, Sandi Patty, CeCe Winans, Vince Gill, Heather Headley and many other artists showcase his diverse creative skills. His orchestral arrangements can be heard at Walt Disney theme parks worldwide and  have been performed by the Boston Pops, The New York Pops, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and at the GRAMMYs, the Dove Awards and the Country Music Association TV broadcasts. David’s passion for sacred music fuels his writing for choirs and congregational worship worldwide. His compositions and keyboard artistry are also featured  on his solo jazz release “Good Things”, and his most recent solo piano release, “Sacred Space.”

Mr. Hamilton is also a gifted and engaging conductor in the studio and on the stage. He leads recording sessions on soundstages in London, Los Angeles and in Nashville and conducts pops, and choral concerts. For many years he has gratefully  served as music director for Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith leading Christmas tour and helping them bring  their artistry and holiday musical traditions to audiences across the nation.  It has been David’s privilege to conduct many distinguished orchestras including the Nashville Symphony, Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Indianapolis Symphony, Virginia Symphony and Edmonton Symphony, while also having conducted at Carnegie Hall and at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts with the National Symphony Orchestra.

David’s love for music began in his childhood and teenage years studying piano, and composition. His undergraduate work at the Wheaton College Conservatory of Music, a graduate degree from the University of Miami School of Music and his many years serving as a church music leader have  provided diverse training and a rich background in  blended musical worlds which have served him well in the vibrant, creative community  of his hometown, Nashville

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Katelyn Drye is a singer, songwriter, and lover of all things Dolly. She is exactly one-half of the country duo, The Dryes, alongside her husband Derek. Recognized by Country Living Magazine as “The new hot country duo to watch” after premiering on season 22 of NBC’s “The Voice” (Team Blake), The Dryes have accumulated over 12 million global streams, catching the attention of USA Today, Rolling Stone, People, American Songwriter, and Billboard, among others. Their sassy single “Dolly Would” is the anthem to a longtime hero, Dolly Parton which together with their alluring, soulful track “House on Fire” reached #1 on CMT’s 12 Pack Countdown. Their summer single, “Daydrinkin’”, charted on iTunes on release day and has garnered over five million views across social media, while their newest single “Ain’t God Good” reflects on the goodness found in and out of the difficult times we all face in life.

www.thedryes.com

Hollie Hammel is a Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, producer, and background vocalist. Originally from Nashville, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from Belmont University. During her decade in Music City, Hollie toured and recorded with celebrated artists such as Joss Stone, Sara Evans, Hans Zimmer, Brandi Carlile, and more. Her talents have also been featured on projects for Disney, where she lends her voice and likeness to several beloved characters in Harmonious (streaming on Disney+), as well as recordings played in Disney Parks around the world.

Now splitting her time between Los Angeles and Nashville, Hollie is deeply passionate about fostering creative communities in both cities. When not collaborating with other artists, she dedicates herself to writing, recording, and producing her own original music.

Tonight, Hollie is deeply honored to join the symphony in celebrating the legendary Dolly Parton, paying tribute to one of music’s, and her own personal, cherished icons.

@holliehammel

Blair Lamb is a Kentucky-grown and New York City-based musician, songwriter, and actor. She received a BFA in Musical Theatre with a minor in Piano from Northern Kentucky University and has since performed
professionally worldwide. Dubbed “a Swiss Army Knife of a performer,” her artistry captures everything from acoustic original music to jazzy cocktail piano entertainment. Blair has performed on luxury cruise ships as both a dueling pianist and a solo piano bar entertainer, drawing from a repertoire of over a thousand songs. She also periodically works as a professional theatre actor across the country. Above all, Blair is an avid songwriter and spirited storyteller. She frequently graces iconic New York City stages with her ever-growing rolodex of original songs. You can find her sophomore EP ‘Two Left Feet’ on all music streaming platforms.

www.blairlambmusic.com

CMT Next Women of Country and Billboard Country Rookie Julie Williams is turning heads in Nashville’s Americana music scene with her compelling blend of country storytelling, soft-yet-powerful vocal performance, and indie folk production. A member of the Black Opry Revue, Julie was named in Rissi Palmer’s Color Me Country Class of 2021, featured on Wide Open Country’s list of “10 Country Acts Poised for a Breakout Year in 2023,” and her single “Southern Curls” was covered by CMT, “PBS NewsHour,” and numerous music publications. Building her career on the road, Julie has captivated audiences at festivals such as Newport Folk Festival, CMA Fest, Tortuga Music Fest, High Water Festival, and AmericanaFest, and has shared the stage with acts across genres, including Jason Isbell, Allison Russell, Mt. Joy, Devon Gilfillian, Brittney Spencer, and Will Hoge. An activist at heart, Julie launched Green Room Conversations, a series of performances and speaking engagements on college campuses to raise awareness of sexual harassment in the music industry. In October 2024, Julie released her EP. Tennessee Moon, that was featured in Billboard, Nashville Scene, and Entertainment Tonight, and listed on NPR music critic Ann Power’s list of best albums released by Nashville artists in 2024. In May, Julie released her new 90s country-inspired song “The Women Who Made Me.” With a music video featuring country icon Trisha Yearwood and Julie’s mom, the song is a love letter to all of the strong women who made Julie who she is. Follow Julie’s journey at: thisisjuliewilliams.com.

The Nashville Scene calls Ellen Angelico an “ace of all things stringed” and “one of the greatest utility players in Nashville.” When she is not backing up a variety of talented acts (Cam, Mickey Guyton, Brandi Clark, Uncle Kracker, Delta Rae, Ty Herndon, Adeem the Artist, and many others) she pens a quarterly column for Premiere Guitar and releases original music once in a blue moon.

She hopes to leave the music industry better than she received it.

Derek Drye is from Thomasville, North Carolina and found his voice on the guitar when we was 14 years old. He has studied Blues/Jazz Theory, played the Ryman & Grand Ole Opry, toured the country as a sideman, and now tours as a music duo with his wife Katelyn under the name The Dryes. Their music merges classic country tones with a modern lyrical wit. Think Conway & Loretta with a Little Rock N Roll. Mentioned in Rolling Stone, CMT, USA Today, and even appearing on NBC’s The Voice, the duo has found their stride as a touring duo, and now are both performing in Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs In Symphony, touring in between their own shows.

Lindsey Miller is a Nashville, TN based touring and session guitarist who has performed and recorded with a variety of artists and musicians spanning several musical genres. 

Growing up in Prairie Village, KS (a suburb of Kansas City) Lindsey picked up her first guitar at age ten. Although first inspired by Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, the Beatles, and 90s alternative rock, it was her discovery of hometown guitar hero Pat Metheny that initiated her into the world of jazz. Lindsey’s talent and ever-growing interest in jazz improvisation earned her a scholarship to attend the University of North Texas where she performed in the Two O’Clock Lab band and earned a bachelor’s degree in jazz studies. She then went on to complete a master’s degree in music from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Since moving to Nashville in 2012, she has toured with artists such as Brett Eldredge, Lauren Daigle, Kevin Max, and Danny Gokey, and has performed and/or recorded with jazz luminaries such as Brian Blade, Danny Gottlieb, Keith Carlock, Dennis Chambers, and Jeff Coffin. She plays regularly with the Nashville Symphony and has also performed with the Kentucky Opera, Phoenix Symphony, and Kansas City Symphony. Lindsey has appeared on tv shows such as ABC/CMT’s Nashville, CBS’ Tell Me A Story,and the 2022 NBC Rockefeller Tree Lighting. She has worked with some of the best studio musicians in the Nashville recording industry at studios such as Ocean Way, Warner Bros., Treasure Isle, Sound Emporium, Warner Chappell and The Castle Recording Studio. Her music can be heard on Bravo, The History Channel, CBS NFL, Comedy Central, HGTV, and NBC. 

This coming Fall 2023, Lindsey will be releasing her new three-song jazz EP/video project “The Sapphire Session” Live From Layman Drug Company. Follow her instagram @lbmiller83 for more updates.

For more info: www.lindseymillerguitar.com

Chris Leidhecker is a Nashville-based drummer and percussionist, currently recording and touring worldwide with Grammy Award-winning artist Michael W. Smith. Originally from Pennsylvania, he grew up in a family of musicians and began playing piano and drums as a toddler. He later earned a degree in Music Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He and his wife Corinne met at the age of 19, and have now been married for 12 wonderful years.

Since moving to Nashville, Chris has performed with Michael W. Smith, Rascal Flatts, Amy Grant, CeCe Winans, Charlie Daniels, Steven Curtis Chapman, Newsboys, Matt Maher, Wynonna, Ruston Kelly, Adam Doleac, and others. His compositions have been featured on MTV, ABC, CBS, Discovery, Bravo, and other major networks. In addition to touring and session work, Chris records live drums and percussion from his home studio and other studios across Nashville.

Ross McReynolds is a drummer and producer based in Los Angeles.

He has been playing music professionally since a teen and hopes to for years to come.

Gary Lunn is a Nashville native and has had over 40 years of experiences as a session bassist, programmer, writer, and touring musician. He has done session work for artists like Michael W. Smith, Peter Cetera, Toby Keith, Montgomery Gentry, Tracy Lawrence, Johnny Cash, Sandy Patty, Amy Grant, Dolly Parton and many more. He has also toured with Amy Grant and Dolly Parton. He is sill in demand as a full-time recording session bassist in Nashville.