LA GRANGE - Derek Spence will headline this month's 23rd anniversa -
ry of the Fayette County Country Mu- sic Opry with a Tribut to George Strait Monday, Feb. 19, at the KC Hall in La Grange. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the show starts at 7 p.m. Spence is an original Texan (born in Nacogdoches) who earned a degree in Performing Arts Production from South Plains College. He has performed every - where from Fiesta Texas to the Grand Ole Opry. During his time spent at the Grand Ole Opry, he shared the stage with folks like Shania Twain, Diamond Rio, Kenny Rogers, Trisha Yearwood, Mark Chesnutt, and Restless Heart. While in Nashville, two major record la - bels turned him down because they said, "You look too much like George Strait." His look and vocal talent have helped Spence become the top "George Strait Tribute Show" in America. His music experience has included bandleader, vocal instructor, lead gui - tarist, vocalist producer and director. He has performed at all types of events, from rodeos to college football games. Spence has spent years perfecting his impersonations of various Texas artists including George Strait, Willie Nelson, and Waylon Jennings. His love of music has lasted over 28 years.
Spence’s performances are incredibly entertaining and are the best addition to any event. His look and vocal talent have helped make him the top "George Strait Tribute" act in the nation.
