Bob Wills Day returns to the Oklahoma State Capitol for another year of music and more, recognizing the life and legacy of the “King of Western Swing” who helped popularize the music genre during the 1930s and 1940s. The public is invited to attend the day-long festivities on March 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Presented by the Oklahoma Arts Council and Oklahoma Historical Society, with support from the Oklahoma Film + Music Office, Bob Wills Day at the Capitol features live music, exhibitors, dancing, and special recognitions of Wills’ family by the state Legislature. This year’s performers include:
Jay Steagall & The Part-Timers Bob Wills’ Texas Playboys under the direction of Jason Roberts Katie Shore Hank Thompson’s Brazos Valley Boys under the direction of Morey Sullivan Jana Jae Oklahoma Swing
The day will also feature a Western fashion contest with prizes in male and female categories for best Western shirt, bolo/tie, skirt/dress, and boots. Bob Wills Day at the Capitol is made possible in part by support from the National Endowment for the Arts.See photos from last year’s event.
