COUNTRY MUSIC SINGERS ASSOCIATION CEO Danny Barton V O L U M E

CEO Danny Barton PRESIDENT John Fisher Vice President Kevin Tatum Secretary Nancy Cox Borum Treasurer Mildred McCoy Historian Martha Henderson Sgt. At Arms Richard Doss Talent Committee Donna Urbassik - Chairman Kay Woods - Co Chairman Ways & Means Linda Erickson Membership Lottie Northcutt - Chairman Public Relations Donna Fisher Educational Director & Seminars Nancy Borum , Chairman Competition Committee Teri Newby-Chairman Newsletter- Advertising Helen Moore, Chairman Danny Griego Chery Tiller -Email Web Sites Kevin Tatum - Heartland web site Brian Anderson- CMSA web site Facebook - Twitter Nancy Borum Show Sponsorships John Monroe Kay Woods By Laws Committee 501 ( c ) (3) Development Committee John Fisher Donna Fisher Helen Moore Danny Barton

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Hello friends I hope that everyone is surviving this long HOT !!!! summer. This has been a difficult month for many of us with several families losing precious family members. Our hearts and prayers go out to them in these difficult times. Others are dealing with severe illness diagnoses in themselves or close family members. In times like these it is good to have family and friends to support and pray for you. That is one of the best things about CMSA, we have friends that care and pray. I want to thank everyone who prayed for me and for Donna the last couple of months while we have been dealing with my health issues. We appreciate the prayers, calls and visits while I was in the hospital. Let's continue to help one another in all the ways we can. This month has been an exciting month in many ways. We started our new Headliner Shows. It worked out that Cameron Newby would be in town and turned down a paying gig to spend time with his CMSA family. It was fortunate he could be here to headline our show. and we heard only good things about that show. Everyone I talked with said every entertainer did an exceptional job and Cameron was icing on the cake. Donna, Kevin, Laura, and I couldn't be here for the show because we had the NACMAI retreat and meetings. Man, we hated to miss that show, but we are going to have more great shows. Sept. 17th along with other talented entertainers, we have the beautiful and gifted Miss Emily Northcutt as Headliner. We are planning to have entertainers that are making music a big part of their future plans, to share their tremendous talent with us. To spotlight them for that one night and recognize their achievements and abilities. We have so many incredible entertainers that it will take a while to showcase all the deserving people, but that means we have more great shows coming up. We have already talked to a few of singers and they are excited about this new opportunity. We would also like to hear from you about comedy acts and other entertainment to give variety to our shows. We are listening and have several ideas in the works. You know what you like and want to see, so continue to let us know your suggestions.

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We had a good meeting at NACMAI. Your President and VP discussed your concerns about the last Awards Show and other things that you asked about. (Donna and Laura had a few things to say too because several people had talked to them about problems). I want to assure you that NACMAI has already implemented changes to guarantee that this years problems will never be repeated. One of the changes is the purchase of two more computers to back up all the information for the competition scoring. They are working hard to insure every facet of the competition goes smoothly. We want to applaud them for all of the changes. The Best Is Yet To Come came to our theater in August and to Anita's church as well. We heard nothing but praise for these two shows. We appreciate their sacrifice and time to come and share their talent with us. Donna and I were disappointed that we were unable to go to either show due to my illness. Many of our singers are members in their association too and get to perform on their stage. As a matter of fact, Ginger Boles is a Female Vocalist of the Year Finalist, Laura Tatum, Vickie Lynn, Brenda Harris and Donna Fisher are all finalists for the Female Horizon Award. Congratulations ladies, great job. Lucas Ciliberti, Heather Martin, Cindy Martin are all finalists for awards there. They will have an Awards Banquet on the 25th of Sept. at Chateau on the Lake in Branson. It is a great meal and a fun evening and you get to dress up. The tickets are $48.50 for the meal and entertainment at a beautiful place. Call me if you are interested in attending so we can reserve your spot. Remember CMSA Gospel Show will be moved to Sept. 2 as CMSA will be participating in Mustang Western Days Sept. 9 from 7 - 10 PM, and Sept. 10 from 1 - 10 PM. Our Awards Show will be on Sept. 11 starting at 1:00 PM for sponsors and entertainers. Sept. 16 CMSA is having a benefit for Grand Blvd Baptist Church. Remember “Voice for the Cure” Sept 24th and 30th. , MARK YOUR CALENDARS Looking forward to great days John Fisher President

From Donna Fisher: John is a Male Vocalist of the Year Finalist in Branson! Congrats to my husband and all of our winners

President John Fisher ,

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Sept 2 Access34. TV Sept. 11 17th Annual Awards Reception 2pm Show 3pm 3925 SE 29th Del City, OK Sept 12 Meeting 7pm Sept 16 Grand Blvd. Baptist Church Fundraiser Gospel Praise Night 3271 S. Magnolia, OKC Sept 17 Country Show 3925 SE 29th Del City, OK Sept 20 Newsletter Deadline Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Fundraiser Competition Sept 24 Round 1 “Voice For A Cure” Time and location to be announced Sept 30 Round 2 “Voice For A Cure” Time and location to be announced More details inside OPEN MIC EVERY TUESDAY Jimmy’s Restaurant 1301 SW 59 OKC, OK 6:30 - 8:30 pm TALENT COORDINATOR IF YOU WANT TO BE ON A SHOW CALL 634-7252 Mail Box 2 or contact me directly at 405-823-9784 I will also be contacting entertainers to be on the shows. Once you are booked remember you must turn in your songs on Tuesday before the show on Saturday you are scheduled to perform on by 6 pm or we will not be able to allow you to participate in the show. Do not leave a message the day of the show that you will not be able to perform. If for some excusable reason you cannot perform contact the Talent Coordinator directly. This position will be filled shortly. Watch your emails to see who is officially appointed to fill my slot. Thank You - Donna [email protected] CmsaHeartlandOpry on Facebook

Tips & Tricks September 2011 “Observations”

Vice President Our CMSA Competition/Evaluation may be over, but our Awards Show is on the way. September 11th we will be recognizing the winners for 2011. If you are wanting to sponsor an award this year please contact Helen Moore at [email protected]. I want to also thank our Competition Chairperson, Teri Newby, for all the hard work and endless hours she put into the competition this year. John Fisher and I went to the NACMAI Board Planning meeting in Pigeon Forge earlier this month and from what I can see they are working hard to make this a better year. NACMAI are in the middle of launching their new website that is located at http:// www.wix.com/nacmai/nacmai. You will be able to watch this site for upcoming NACMAI news. Our upcoming venues are going to be Mustang Days on September 9th and 10th where many our entertainers will be performing, so please come and enjoy the music. Also watch for the Singing for Miracles fundraiser for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals that is be hosted by the CMSA of Oklahoma. Dates and times to be announced. Watch for more positive changes taking place in the CMSA. CMSA is an ORGANIZATION worth promoting! Looking forward to a great time, Kevin Tatum Vice President

Donate a basket for the Children’s Miracle Network fundraiser silent auction to be held on October 15, 2011 at the Grand Finale. Baskets of hair care, cleaning products, baking/cooking items, make up items, coupons, gift certificates etc will be greatly appreciated. Contact Helen if you would like to donate a basket.

Coming next month: What are my benefits as a CMSA member? What has the 501-C-3 done for us?

I’ve been attending more shows lately in an effort to connect more with the entertainers and the audience members to see what areas I need to concentrate on when I present my workshops. Here are some observations that I’ll pass along that seem to have the most impact on the audience, sound man, and entertainers in general. #1: When you come out on stage, before you start to sing, say something into the microphone. Even if it’s just something benign like “how is everyone?” This gives the sound engineer a chance to set your vocal level at a decent starting point. So many times a singer will come out on stage, not say a word until they start singing, and they will either be so quiet they can’t be heard or they blow everyone’s eardrums because they are so loud. And the soundman takes the blame. So please say something when you come on stage. #2: This brings us to modulation. This is how loud or soft you are singing into the microphone. When you have a ballad you are doing there will be some soft parts in the song. You still need to put SOME power behind even the soft parts so you can be heard. The sound man can turn you up but the mic may squeal, which you don’t want to happen. That messes up the whole feel of the song. If the soundman turns you up in the soft parts, when you get to the belting part you’re going to blow a speaker out before he can get you readjusted. That’s not good for you, the audience, or the soundman. When you get to the power note…you know that great impressive note at the end…the tendency is to be really loud. Loud does not necessarily mean good! Pull the mic away from your mouth a couple of inches if you are prone to really strong power notes, or belting areas of a song. You get the feeling and the intensity across without injuring someone! If you are speaking into the mic, DON’T YELL! That’s hurts everyone and tends to make people feel like they need to defend their ears whenever you are on the mic. #3: Don’t be a no-show. George Jones had a reputation and was even given the nickname “No-show Jones” because he failed to show up for his concerts so many times. I know there will be times when you just can’t make a scheduled appearance: A death in the family; a sudden illness; a car accident on the way to the show. But if it’s a consistent thing you run the risk of being banned from singing at a certain venue ever again and it’s building your reputation of being unreliable. If being an entertainer is important to you, you need to fulfill the obligations you agreed to. If that’s not in your nature, to be a stand-up person, then maybe you shouldn’t be an entertainer. #4: Be considerate of others. If you are sick, make arrangements for a replacement. Don’t come and get your sickness on the mic to hand off to other singers. Some of us are in the business, it’s a little more than

just getting up and singing in front of a small group of friends and family. If we get sick, we can’t sing and that gets into our pocketbooks. Please consider what your actions will have on other people. #5: Enjoy what you are doing! If it’s not fun, it shouldn’t be done! If you are on stage only because your family wants you to do this, that’s not so much a good thing. You have to love what you do! The audience will pick it up and will either love you are not love you, depending on the vibes they get from your performance. So, think over these tips and put them into use and you will present a better performance and gain more and more fans as they see and hear you on that stage! Be sure to come to our next workshop for these and many other useful tips and tricks!

Until next time, Nancy B. The 2011 State Competition is officially over, and now we can look forward to the Awards Show on Sunday, September 11, 2011. You will receive your score sheets at t h e en d o f t h e Awa r d s Sh o w I have received so much positive feedback from the performers regarding the transition this year from three to five judges, and I believe this change created a more "wellrounded" evaluation of each performance. We had quite a few new contestants this year which was a welcome addition to our competition. I want to thank everyone who helped me before and during the competition: Kevin and Laura Tatum, John and Donna Fisher, Danny Barton for being the Emcee, Sherry Wilson for handling the CDs, Sherry Miller, Sandy Ashley, Lottie and Emily Northcutt for working at the Tally Table, Brian Anderson for running the sound, Trasy Barnett for helping me at the check-in table, and the Crabbs for always coming early and staying late to open and close the building, clean up the area, and run the snack bar. In addition, it is always wonderful to look up and see Danny Greigo volunteering to film each person's p e r f o r m a n c e . In addition, thank you also to Wendy Henry, Chery Tiller, Linda Erickson, Bobbie Doss and anyone that I may have missed. Thanks to those who worked at the front door handing out the voting ballots, selling cookbooks, etc. I hope I didn't leave anyone out, but if I did, it isn't because your help was not appreciated. hope to see everyone at the A w a r d s S h o w ! Ann Nelson, one of the judges for the competition is mourning the loss of her son Second Lt. Jered W. Ewy, 33, of Edmond was killed July 29 while conducting a dismounted patrol in Afghanistan, when insurgents attacked his unit with an explosive device. Lt. Ewy leaves behind a wife, Megan and his 8 week old daughter, Kaya. Please pray for the Ewy family Teri Newby,

Competition Chairman

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OPEN MIC THURSDAY NIGHTS Jimmy’s Round Up located on SW 59th in Oklahoma City

NEWSLETTER CMSA [email protected] [email protected] 634-7252 Mail Box 4 News is what makes newspapers interesting and especially if it is news generated by members. Get your news items into me so I can get the information out to the members, radio and TV news media Helen Moore 405 –609-6505 Fax information 721-3632

E MAIL Hello all! We now have the CMSA e-mail computer up and running. If you aren’t getting your e-mails you need to let me know by e-mailing me at [email protected]. This is the new e-mail address for all CMSA correspondence. Please do not use the old one to contact me for CMSA business. I will only send messages out from [email protected]. Thank you for your cooperation. Chery Tiller E-mail Chairman [email protected]

CMSA PRAYERS REQUEST Dale Ashley - Medical Sandy Ashley’s Mother Helen - Medical Boles, Ginger & Al - Medical Cobb family C.J. Vision & Charlie ( Medical) Erickson, Linda - Medical Fisher, John - Medical Finley, Vickie - Medical Franklin, David & Vicky -Medical Garcia, Susan - Medical Henderson, Martha —Cancer—Surgery Massey, Jan and Glynn - Medical McElfresh, Mary - medical McKinley, Ruth - Medical Miller, Jeanetta - Medical Miller, Patti (Crist) Cancer Moore, Diane Tiemann (Cliff’s Sister) brain cancer Pitts, Jessie ---Medical Ross, Carol Jean Rinehart, Helen - Medical Spears, Roy -& Cindy Medical Tiller, Chery - Medical Wilder, Walt - Medical Young, Joye - Medical

Thank you so much for the beautiful flowers presented to me at the CMSA show on 6th, and also the warm welcome and words of encouragement I received from so many of you. It was a wonderful show full of great entertainers who made it a fun evening for all of us who were there. I seldom have a chance to hear my grandson, Cameron, sing anymore so that was quite a treat for me too. I want to thank Mr. Greigo for taking a picture of me with my family with his wonderful camera. Because Cameron is so far away, we seldom get a chance to all be together anymore, and this photograph is something I will cherish. Again, thank you to everyone for your continu ed prayers on my behalf, they are much appreciated. Sincerely, Joye Young

Our 16 and Under Entertainers are amazing and are continuing to rack up awards not only in Oklahoma but other states as well. They are in the recording studios recording with outstanding well known performers, performing at charitable events, writing original songs, working hard to master various musical instruments, performing and participating as competitors in pageants, performing in Nashville on world famous stages and as well as at Oklahoma Opr;y’s as well as private venues. It is so great to see these youngsters blossom into accomplished entertainers. I think it is great that we are going to see some of these entertainers as our “Headliners!” Our headliners will be mentors for those youngsters that are beginning their quest as CMSA 17 and Under Group. It is true, CMSA is “Where Oklahoma Country Talent is Born” I am proud of our group!!!!\\Amanda Woodmansee

MEMBERSHIP If you have questions about membership make sure and contact me. When you join your membership application has important information which CMSA uses to contact you for participation in various activities. It is important that we have your correct email, mailing address, telephone, birthday, anniversary etc.. There are copies of other important CMSA information that will be given to you. Your membership card should be carried with you for identification at CMSA events.

Please pray for all other request that may not be listed on this Our deepest sympathy to Bobby and Caroline Pair on the los of Bobby’s sister, Joy. CMSA’s heart felt deepest sympathy goes out to The Findley and Gatlin Families in the loss of Vickie Lynn Findley’s sister, Debbie.

September Birthdays Barish, Jshanine Brook, Brenda

September 2011 Anniversaries 22-Sep 3-Sep

Cargile, Lee

13-Sep

Crawford, Jo Anne

4-Sep

Dial, Kaleb

26-Sep

Finley, Vicki

30-Sep

Flood, Shianne

12-Sep

Garcia, Susan

3-Sep 29-Sep

Huddleston, Shawn

26-Sep

Huddleston, Stuart

15-Sep

Jones, Charles

8-Sep

Karcher, Colby

28-Sep

Lackey, Alisha

7-Sep

Laney, Earl

13-Sep

Lim, Jessica

4-Sep

McElfresh, Alisha

13-Sep

McElfresh, Destiny

26-Sep

McManus, Lauren

18-Sep

Mills, Kimberly

18-Sep

Pair, Caroline

28-Sep

Parks, Bill

18-Sep

Purham, Vernan

1-Sep

Reynolds, Deborah

20-Sep

Riggle, Emma

27-Sep

Sanders, Shelley

14-Sep

Smith, Chelcie

9-Sep

Smith, Jennifer

20-Sep

Spears, Cindy

19-Sep

Wooten, Patty

Ross, Ed

30-Sep

Sikes Amy & Tim

21-Sep

3-Sep

19-Sep

O’Neal Johnny October Adams, Sydney November

A mixed still picture CD of some past CMSA events of the past 5 years can be purchased for $20.00 with $10.00 dollars going to the Jan Barton Fund. there are approximately 400 pictures on each disk. For orders send to [email protected].

Fieginer, Jayde December Sarah Huddleston did not submit Information for Aug. Artist of the Month ----Sorry Sarah!

CAPS-SHIRTS-JACKETS

Attention CMSA Artist of the Month! Please have information to Helen by the 20th of the month that you will be the Artist of the Month - send to [email protected] Also send approximately 4 pictures. You do not have to write the article simply submit information about yourself.

The following entertainers have CD’s Available for a Minimum Donation

6-Sep

Newby, Cameron

Tawney, Joanna

5-Sep

17-Sep

Fiegener, Jayde

Gregory, Tony Jr.

McKinnis, Pat and Don

Artist of the Month 2011

Tina Anderson Ginger Boles John Fisher Tiffany Henry Destiny McElfresh Georgiea Motley Cameron Newby Ariel Faith Renee Russell Dale & Chery Tiller Donna Urbassik Amanda & Destiny Donna McLaughlin George Harrison

Some of these CD’s are available at the Shows others are available for donations by the individuals listed.

Caps & T Shirt Available

$100.00 gets you into a nice CMSA JACKET

CMSA Caps - jackets - sweatshirts- and T shirts Contact Linda Erickson For ordering information There are many types of jackets with different prices to fit any budget. You select the jacket and our supplier will sew the Registered CMSA logo The supplier will not sew logo’s on jackets purchased elsewhere. . The Jacket most CMSA members have ordered is $49.00 plus Logo on front…...6.00 Name on front….6.00 Logo on back …20.00 5% shipping 8.375 % sales tax (Add it up) Caps—$11.00 structured Youth caps—9.50 T. Shirts up to XL—9.00 Sweatshirts up to XL—15..00 Extra Large sizes (price varies) Jackets available in many price ranges

August 8th Press Release: The Country Music Singers Association announced today that they will be hosting a fundraiser for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals in Oklahoma with the Heartland Opry entertainers "Singing for Miracles." The event was kicked off August 6, 2011 at the Country Western Museum and Hall of Fame in Del City. The first balloon was posted by Anita Walker from the Riverlife Church in Moore, Oklahoma acknowledging funds raised at the Gospel Praise Night at Riverlife. August 27th Darrell Graeff, Charles Jones, Rocky Bolin, Bob Dannatt, the Layman's and Gospel Elvis performed at the Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Edmond “Singing for Miracles” for their Gospel Praise Night. This event raised $400.00 for the CMNH. There are many events to follow spanning over a 50 day time frame commencing October 15, 2011 in a Grand Finale. The Children's Miracle Network Hospitals is the only non-profit organization in Oklahoma whose sole focus is the advancement of pediatric research and education while supporting specialized clinical care for Oklahoma’s children. Since its inception in 1983, Children’s Hospital Foundation has raised and leveraged matching funds to create over $80 million to fund pediatric research, quality specialized clinical care and education programs including collaborative projects with the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and The Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center in Oklahoma City. Funding for programs is made possible through the efforts of a dedicated volunteer board, thousands of community volunteers and donors. Through endowments and direct support, they are able to recruit and retain nationally and internationally recognized pediatric physician-scientists to direct research as well as treat patients and train medical students. Their current research and education focus areas include: • Infectious disease • Cancer and blood disorders • Cystic fibrosis and lung disease • Genetic disorders • Diabetes and endocrinology • Developmental and behavioral pediatrics • Clinical child psychology • Trauma and pediatric surgery

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Children’s Hospital Foundation is located in the Presbyterian Health Foundation Research Park at the Oklahoma Health Center and is a proud affiliate of Children’s Miracle Network.

The series of events began August 27th and will commence in a "Voice for A Cure" with a Grand Finale October 15, 2011. The series of events will include shows featuring a variety of Oklahoma Country Artist and special guest from Branson as well as a competition for a "Voice for A Cure." Dates and time of the events will be outlined on www.heartlandopry.com web site and the CMNH website. Local radio and TV stations will also be covering the events. The entertainers will be accepting donations, selling raffle tickets for a OU football signed by Bob Stoops, Cowboy hat and more. Saturday, October 15th CMSA will be showcasing six teams of Award Winning Entertainers from the Heartland Opry at various locations throughout Oklahoma from 11:30 - 3:00 pm. Prior to the event teams will be soliciting sponsors for each of their team members and all funds will benefit the CMNHF. Teams will be "Singing for Miracles" in Norman, Bricktown, Stockyards, Lawton, Moore and Del City. Entertainers will be raising funds for the Foundation with all proceeds to benefit the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals of Oklahoma. The Grand Finale will be held from 7:30 - 10:00 pm at the Country Western Museum and Hall of Fame in Del City, OK. CMSA is consulting with Angie Guice, Executive Director of Joyful Noise Productions to conduct the singing competition "Voice for A Cure." The Finale will showcase National Award Winning Country Music Singers from the Heartland Opry, a silent auction, and raffle. Among the items to be auctioned will be a Fender guitar signed by Toby Keith as well as other items with all proceeds benefiting the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Mayor Brian Linley will address the Team Captains and their teams at the Grand Finale. Oklahoma pageant girls will also be participating in the event as well as other special guest. Come and enjoy a great evening of entertainment and salute the entertainers "Singing for Miracles" and hear the winner of the "Voice For A Cure." Donations may be made at any of the locations and or at the Grand Finale. CMSA is accepting items for its auctions, raffles etc..., anyone interested in donating items may contact Donna Fisher at 405-627-1279 or by email Donna at [email protected] For more information, please contact Helen Moore, Advertising and Promotions Chairman of the CMSA Heartland Opry at [email protected] or [email protected] or call 405-609-6505.

This is a list of the High Schools that we sent letters to inviting them to participate in the “Voice For A Cure!” If you attend High School and your school is not on this list please contact Helen immediately so we can get a packet out to their music department. If you attend any of these high schools make sure and ask the music teacher about your schools participation. If you are a High School student you are eligible to compete just help us get your school on board.

Blanchard High Carl Albert High School Classen School of Adv. Studies Crooked Oak Deer Creek High Del City Sr. High Edmond Memorial High Edmond North High Edmond Sante Fe High El Reno High School Guthrie High School Harrah High School John Marshall High Jones High School Kingfisher High School Little Axe High School Luther High School McLoud High School Meeker High School MidWest City Sr. High Millwood High School Minco High School Moore High School Mustang High Newcastle High School Noble High School Norman High School Norman North High School Northwest Classen High Oklahoma City Cent. High Piedmont High Putnam City High Putnam City North High Putnam City West High Shawnee High School South Moore High Star Spencer High Tuttle High School Westmore High School Yukon High

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The 16 and Under Show As chairman of the By-Laws Committee I want to remind you that on the 12, of September we will again be proposing some changes to the current by-laws for members to approve. In August several changes were voted on and approved, however a few items will be considered at the September meeting. The item that did not pass was the increase in the dues. This proposal will be restructured and presented to the members at the September meeting. . The membership revenue shall be derived in part as follows: Age 3-17 (Single) $24.00 per year – $2.00 per month (Currently $15.00) Adult 18 years and over (Single) $30.00 per year – $2.50 per month (Currently $17) Family of 2 (in same household) $42.00 per year – $3.50 per month (Currently listed as a couple $30.00 ) Family (up to 5) (in same household) $54.00 per year – $4.50 per month (Currently 35 for a family) *After 5 (in same household) $ 6.00 additional each member – .50 per month (Currently $5.00) NOT APPROVED Section 2. The Membership Chairman shall notify any member that is delinquent in membership dues for a period of thirty (30) days after expiration. Said dues should be paid on or before January 1st of each year. ( Currently said dues should be paid on or before the next regular meeting) Delinquent members will be considered inactive sixty (60) days from January 1st. (Currently Delinquent members will be considered inactive (60) days from the last day of the expiration of the month. ) NOT APPROVED Section 3. Checks, money orders, etc., shall be made payable to the CMSA and all monies shall be deposited by the Treasurer within twenty (20) business days in the CMSA account. (Currently 10 business days) APPROVED Section 4. Bills shall be allowable by the Treasurer on the order of the President or Vice President, and bills must be submitted on forms provided by the Treasurer and with proper documentation attached in order to receive payment. APPROVED Section 5. The Country Music Singers Association of Oklahoma/Heartland Opry shall not be liable for any debts and/or liabilities incurred by any person unless approved in writing by the President or Executive Committee. APPROVED Section 6. Any Special Functions funds must be properly accounted for by the Officer and/or Committee Chairman and turned into the Treasurer along with the properly executed form for expense/ income. APPROVED

ARTICLE III MEMBERSHIPS (Proposed) Section 1. The membership of the CMSA shall be comprised of Members/Entertainers. Anyone applying for membership must complete a membership application. In addition to completing a membership application, entertainers are also required to schedule an audition. These auditions are conducted by the Country Music Singers Association of Oklahoma/Heartland Opry. ( Currently- Anyone applying for membership must complete a membership application. Entertainers auditions are required members complete a membership application. Entertainers auditions are required to be a Member Entertainer and these auditions are conducted by the Country Music Singers Association of Oklahoma/ Heartland Opry.) APPROVED Section 2. Membership in the CMSA may be obtained by completing an application and paying the type of annual membership dues selected. (Add word of) APPROVED Section 4. Honorary Memberships of or one year or more, as directed by the Board of Directors, and shall entitle the holder to all privileges of the CMSA except that of holding office. They shall not pay dues. This title may be bestowed upon a person for an outstanding deed or unselfish service to the Country Music Singers Association/ Heartland Opry. (Delete or - Delete and) APPROVED Section 6. Any member with twenty (20) documented years continuous membership, record of volunteering and attending monthly business meetings fifty percent of the year will become a lifetime member, entitled to all rights and privileges without paying any dues for membership. Any member who joined prior to year 2000 and whose membership has been in effect since joining the CMSA, may receive a lifetime membership without any conditions after fifteen (15) years. The CMSA was founded on January 1, 1993. Currently: Any member with fifteen (15) years documented years continuous membership will become a lifetime member, entitled to all rights and privileges without paying any dues for membership. The CMSA was founded on January 1, 1993. There are a few other changes that are simply typo or suggested changes that do not alter the meaning of the Section. NOT APPROVED Motion to eliminate Lifetime memberships as Instead there will be a recognition award for members achieving 15 years continuous membership.

VIDEO’S FOR SALE Anyone wanting competition video's please contact me, Dan Griego at: Because it's an 8 hour video the price will be $20.00 ( Ten dollars going to the Jan Barton Fund and ten dollars for coping and supplies ). Please E-Mail your order to mr.photo47@co x.net or [email protected]. You also can phone 1-405816-6153 to order after 5 PM. Thank you, Dan Griego 816-1653 [email protected]

Destiny McElfresh was the MC for the night. Brittany Pelley opened the show with the National Anthem. She looked like a star twinkling in the night with her outfit so cute was she. Mallory Lawless started with “Rollin in the Deep.” Brittany followed with “American Honey.” Madison Chisum sand “She’s In Love With the Boy.” Saylor Woodmansee looked like a beauty queen in her red and white dress as she sand “I Told You So.” Next Aislynn Henry dedicated her song “Blue Moon of Kentucky” to her grandmother her grandmother. Dawson Perkey teamed up with Jordan Perkey and sang “My Poney and Me” Ariel Steidley gave every one something to talk about as she sang “Let’s Give Them Something to Talk About.” Joseph Watkins wowed the girls as he played his guitar and sang “Crazy Girl” He wished his step dad “Happy Birthday” with the audience assisting him. Jordan Perkey sang next “I’ll Fly Away” accompanied by honorary 16 and under member Larry Perkey Sr. on the guitar. Rodger Steidleys name was drawn for the members only drawing and he missed out by not being there. Destiny McElfresh dedicated her song to Terry, whom she had met at NACMAI and became friends. Terry died after a vehicle accident. During intermission Wayne was hard at work serving everyone in the snack bar. It was so hot outside by Wayne had it nice and cool inside for us. Linda Erickson was at the Ways and Means table selling cookbooks. Rick was hard at work selling tickets for the Jan Barton raffle which was a big red missing bowl with cookie mix, snowflake cookie cutter and a wooden spoon. The second half started back up with Mallory singing “Giddy On Up.” Brittany followed playing her pretty blue guitar and singing “Love Story” and did a great job. Next Madison sang “Daddy’s Hands.” The little beauty queen Saylor came on stage in a new outfit. You needed to be there to see how cute she was singing “Flat on the Floor.” Aislynn looked like a little sweetheart as she sang “Cowboy Sweetheart” Ariel was dynamite singing “Rumor Has It? Joseph sang “Tomorrow” We drew for the Jan Barton Raffle and Mallory won the bowl. Joseph and Destiny performed a duet “Don’t You Want To Stay” followed by “Remember Me” Jerry Paige’s name was drawn for the entertainers only drawing but missed out on $12.50 because he was not in attendance. We had a great show. The 16 and Under Entertainers are growing up so fast. They all were great and had some really cute outfits. They all have come a long way and deserve all of our support and a big round of applause. I, Bobby Doss and many other members wish more people would support the 16 and Under Shows. Kevin as usual was great in the sound booth . We missed a lot of the regulars that were not able to attend. Maybe the heat will let up and we can all get back to normal. Bobbie Doss Newsletter Reporter

Chairman Thanks to those entertainers who donated their cd’s for the style show for the Children’s Home and Boys Ranch, August 13 at the Cox Center in Brick Town. I was able to put together 7 packs containing cd’s, 2 tickets to the show, a business card and one each of the flyers Helen gave me for door prizes. I hope you get some responses to perform for other venues from this event. BOBBIE DOSS-----President – John Fisher was elected as Central Regional Director for NACMAI this last week-end. Donna , Kevin and Laura are now on the advisory board---------Renee Russell and Joseph Kendall plus many other artist performed for the Downtown Guthrie Comes Alive event. They were in a 3 hours concert at the Full Cup Bakers and Café in Edmond-----GOSPEL PRAISE NIGHT Riverlife Church of God Moore, OK. Featured: The Kings Sons, Good News, Anita Walker, Bill Burns, Laura Tatum, Donna Marie Urbassik, John Monroe, Deloris Rachel------Search for the Stars was held was held at the IDA GREEN THEATRE on the campus of Austin College. Acts consisted of dancers, piano players, variety acts, bands, singers etc.., Check acts by going to facebook page of the Rehabilitation Center. The televised event raised over $40,000.00 Ashleigh Larae and Rebecca Bowen each earned the top honor of VOCALIST each receiving $250.00 cash. Ashleigh won in consecutive years as posted on the centers web site. ASHLEIGH performed “OPEN ARMS” REBECCA performed “TIL I CAN MAKE IT ON MY OWN”. Rebecca has lovingly referred to ASH as “Mom” and now living with her and Seth. Both of them from Moore and Rebecca calling her “Mom” (watch the video -entire one on FB) and you will understand why everyone thought they were Mother and Daughter.. Submitted by Sherry Wilson Picture of Lucas Ciliberti performing for the "NO BULLY TOUR" taken by Randy Dorman at the Hard Rock Cafe in Downtown Nashville yesterday! This tour ben efits AUTISM!

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1:30 Kailyn Joliff 12:00 Maddox Ross 1:30 Donna Urbassik 1:30 Emily Faith 3:30 Laura Mae 3:30 Sydney Adams 12:00 Ariel Faith 1:30 Mallory Lawless 12:00 Cynthia Heldreth 1:30 N'Lisa Havener 7:00 Brittany Pelley

Emily Faith, a busy young lady over the past several months, with performances at multiple festivals and fairs across the state. In May she performed for the second year in a row at the Disabled American Veterans annual conference. It was a fun show for her with a 50’s theme and she performed a duet with Elvis. She also performed Oklahoma Educational Foundation National Young Readers Day at the Lloyd Noble Center in Norman. The most fun part of that for her was that she got to meet Thunder from the OKC Thunder Basketball Team. In addition she has made appearances at the Ada McSwain Theater, the Poncan Opry, the Clinton Country Jamboree, and Johnnie High’s in Dallas. She has also performed the National Anthem at several Rodeos and at the National Junior College World Series Championship for the 3rd year in a row. She sand the National Anthem at the Redhawks. Emily has ventured into the world of pageants and proven to be quite the little Diva and now holds the title of Little Miss Oklahoma and the National American Miss Grand Talent Queen. She brought home several trophies that were bigger than her. Her sister Katie was crowned Miss Teen Oklahoma and the Beauty Winner for National American Miss as well. Emily was asked to join the Lifelight Christian Festival and performed in Bethany, Missouri in June. They had approximately 5000 people at the event and ran 3 stages. Emily opened the Gospel stage and was the headliner for the Kaleidoscope stage. She performed on the stage with Barbra Mandrels daughter-in-law Christy Sutherlin who is an amazing Christian artist. Sioux Falls, SD for Labor Day she will perform 2 sets at the Lifelight Festival there which is host to approximately 300,000 people with 6 stages running over the weekend. It’s very exciting to get to work with so many talented Christian Artist and such a positive fan base. Emily has also begun writing by using some of her own personal challenges and that of others for her own original songs. In preparation for the big Labor Day event Emily and I traveled to Nashville a few weeks ago for her to record her new CD “Faith’s in the Future” to be released at this event. The CD has 3 songs that Emily and I wrote as well as 3 additional original songs and 4 covers. Her producer PT Houston is a very talented man and has been in the business for over 30 years having worked with the Eagles early in his career and numerous other artists since. Her band members included Rich Redmond – Drummer for Jason Aldean, Tully Kennedy – Bass Guitar player for Jason Aldean, Charles Judge – Keyboard player who has recorded with numerous stars such as Carrie Underwood, Michael Spriggs – Acoustic Guitar player who worked with Eddie Rabbit for years and numerous other stars since, and Kerry Marx – Lead Guitarist for the Grand Ole’ Opry. All of these individuals were very professional and did an amazing job of working with Emily. It’s hard work for anyone to spend countless hours in the studio, especially for a kid.

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Carol Jean Ross Those of you who didn’t make it to the Branson Gospel Praise Gathering Show on the 12th missed many blessings. What a great night! Unfortunately, the bus a/c had broken down and Sherry called into OKC to have some members come pick up folks that would be performing that night. So they’d had a very big day Friday all in all, but sang and played their hearts out for the Lord! This group is fond of our Oklahoma CMSA Gospel Praise Night group, and our singers that have been with them in Branson. Ginger Boles and John Fisher have been singing the longest with them (many years) and are just like part of their family! (We appreciate the food that is always available at the Cowboy Museum and Hall of Fame). Some of our performer son the show were Ginger, Laura Tatum, and Bobby Dannatt. The next night they gave another show at Riverlife Church in Moore, with Anita Walker singing the opening songs. It was as anointed as Friday night’s concert. Whew!! What a wonderful week end of Praise to the King. The OK CMSA Gospel Praise Night Show(19th) performers included singers, songwriters, and one or two who play an instrument. Our special guest, Sherman Andrus, has sung professionally all over the world. Now retired, he sings for the Lord all over the place. He grew up in Louisiana. Even after being in Hawaii for several years, he says he enjoys living here. His music warms your heart and blesses one and all. Greg Finch from Tennessee, dropped In and sang several for us! The rest of the line up on the program were some of our own anointed Gospel singers: John and Donna Fisher, Carol Jean Ross, Vickie Lynn Findley, George and Thelma Harrison, Anita Walker, Curtis Thomas, Marsha Springer, Chery Tiller, Emily Faith Sanders, and

Donna Mclaughlin. A show enjoyed by the great audience there! Keep coming out to support your CMSA Gospel Praise Night! It is an Uplifting evening full of music to honor the Lord. Carol Jean Ross CoChairman

Emily will now head back to the studio to record a Christmas CD that will benefit the Make a Wish Foundation. She is very excited about that project as she loves the kids she has meet through that organization and her goal is to raise enough money to give at least one child their wish. She will be helping out at a benefit for a little girl named Molly from Yukon that is battling cancer on September 15th at 7:00pm at the Yukon Fine Art’s Auditorium. Please come and help us to help this little girl and her family. Submitted by Shelly Sanders

SHOP YOUR ASSOCIATION BIRTHDAYS - ANNIVERSARIES SPECIAL OCCASION GIFTS CMSA has Tee Shirts, Sweatshirts CMSA Jackets

Cookbooks are available for purchase. Contact Linda Erickson to order or purchase a cookbook. Price $10.00 - These make great gifts for members and or friends. This Cookbook is more than a Cookbook has the history of the CMSA starting with the Country Music Spotlight. There are articles in the book about :

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Jan Barton and how the “Jan Barton Memorial Scholarship” was started

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Ambassador of Goodwill

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Cameron Newby being Awarded the 2010 Scholarship

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Names of members currently serving in the Service

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Names of Past Members and their Branch of Service and

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Merle Reeders’ “Hot Beans”

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Jan Barton's “Sweet & Sour Meatballs

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Shirley Looney’s “Heavenly Hash”

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Kathy Ashley’s “Elephant Stew”

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Louise Moore’s “Fried Green Tomatoes”

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Plus many other recipes from members.

Check out our ways and means table at the shows for info on ways to help your organization...(shirts & Jackets, Pledges, Cook Books, etc.) Contact: Linda Erickson at 808-9346 or Wendy Henry at 672-7490 or [email protected]************

Applications for the 2012 Jan Barton Memorial Scholarship will be available on line. Applicants for the scholarship must be an Oklahoma resident pursuing their career in Country, Gospel and or Bluegrass music. This scholarship is open to the public as well as members of the CMSA. Simply visit the www.heartlandopry.com or www.cmsaok.com web site to download your application. If you are not able to download the application you may request one by mail. Send your request to Sherry Miller, Scholarship Committee Chairman P.O. Box 11916, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73144. Applicants are requested to submit an essay (maximum of 1500 words) relating to how the applicant made the choice to pursue Country, Gospel or Bluegrass music, how they have through community service impacted the lives of others and how they plan to pursue their music degree. A letter from the applicants school counselor with an official transcript including ACT/SAT scores must accompany the application. A letter for a teacher recommending the applicant as a candidate must also accompany the application. The applicant must submit a resume. The deadline for the submission of the application will be January 15, 2012. Five finalists will be notified by February 15, 2012 by letter which will include a date for them to be interviewed by the Scholarship Committee. After the Scholarship Committee interviews the finalists they will meet and decide by popular vote who the recipient will be. On March 15, 2011 the 2010-2011 recipient of the Award , Erica Robinson was notified while participating in the NACMAI Country Music Week in Pigeon Forge TN. Erica will be presented the certificate at the CMSA 17th Annual Reception and Awards Show in 2011. The Committee comprises the Board of Directors of the CMSA, two appointments by the President of the CMSAmembership to serve on the board, and two lay members of the community (also appointed by the President) and will be known as the 2011-2012 Scholarship Committee. Funds will be sent to the recipients school once enrollment CMSA MEMBERS YOU ARE ALSO ELIGIBLE FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP CHECK OUT THE DETAILS -This is not for online courses/degrees

WANT TO BE A CMSA MEMBER Call 634-7252 Mail Box 1 or any member of the Executive Board on the front of this newsletter. The CMSA is a not-for-profit organization that is family orientated. You do not have to be an entertertainer to be a member. The only qualification you must have is that you love Country and Gospel Music. Call Lottie at CMSA 634-7252 Mail Box 1 or her personal numbers are 488-7947 or 752-0494 0r 540-0708 Email Lottie at [email protected] WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS

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At CMSA shows you will be asked your ID number when you pay. . Remember your number gets you in for $4.00 Your membership renewals are mailed at the end of the month before your renewal date. Please note this example: if your renewal date is in June and you do not pay until August, your renewal date will still be in June the next year. The only time we change renewal dates is if two members marry, or a single or couple change their membership status, such as a single to a family membership MEMBERSHIP FEES: Members more than 31 days late with membership fee’s will be dropped. To renew as a member they will have to pay full membership fee instead of the reduced rate. Members more than 61 days late– to renew membership will also have to pay the full fee. Entertainers would have to go through the auditioning process again, and pass, to perform on any CMSA show.

WANT A NEW FENDER GUITAR SIGNED BY TOBY KEITH??? Raffle Tickets 6 for $5.00 or $1.00 each. Tickets will be available at shows and Open Mic. We need baskets for the Children’s Miracle Network fundraiser silent Auction to be held on October 15, 2011 at the Grand Finale. Baskets of hair care, cleaning products, baking/cooking items, make up items, coupons, gift certificates etc will be greatly appreciated. Put you business cards in the basket and give us a value. Contact Helen if you would like to donate a basket.

September 11, 2011 Reception 2 pm Awards Show 3pm NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR!!!\ Tickets will be at the front table as you enter the hall. NO Reservations after Sept. 9th 2011 This is a dress up event Sunday best or better apparel! Congratulations: Singers for the 17th Annual Reception will be the Horizon Award Nominees Adult, Laura Tatum, John Monroe and Rickey Bowes. Horizon Award Nominees Youth Shiane Flood, Kennedy Horton, Laney Wagoner, Brooklyn Woodmansee, and Ariel Steidly Singers for the 17th Annual Awards Show will be Peoples Choice Adult Award Nominees: Donna Urbassik, Marsha Springer, Amanda Woodmansee and John Fisher. Peoples Choice Youth Award Nominees: Destiny McElfresh, Cutter Elliott, Erica Robinson, Kennedy Horton WE STILL NEED SPONSORS FOR THE AWARD SHOW. __________________________________

MUSTANG DAYS DETAILS September 9th FRIDAY: GOSPEL NIGHT 7pm-8pm- One Way Revolution- Laura’s Son Band 8pm-9pm-Heartland Sweethearts/ Donna and Laura 9pm-10pm-Anita Walker/ Darrel/ Larry Perky September 10th SATURDAY 1pm-1:30pm - Larry Perky 1:30pm – 2pm – John Monroe and Marsha Springer 2pm 2:30pm Emily Northcutt 2:30pm – 3pm Heartland Sweethearts 3pm-4pm- Jennifer Pelly and Family 4pm – 4:30pm-Kaliegh Jones 4:30pm – 5pm-Sierra Sikes, 5pm – 6pm – Woodmansee/McElfresh Girls 6pm – 7pm- Willie Williams and Friends 7:00pm-7:30pm- Out and About 7:30pm – 8pm Heartland Sweethearts 8pm – 9pmWillie Williams and Friends. Kevin and I

wanted to say Thank you so much for being a part of this! If something comes up and you can’t make it, please call Kevin at 405-596-5650 and give us plenty of time so we can find someone to fill in your time slot. Also, it would help out a lot if you could please put all your songs on one disk. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to call! Kevin and Laura Tatum

CMSA’s first “headliner” show was kicked off 8-62011 with Donna Marie at the helm. A variety of entertainers ranging in ages from 10 and up filled the evening with song, laughter, tears, special events all of which made for pleasant memories. Cameron Newby, home from Belmont University in Nashville, TN was asked to be the first headliner. Other artists performing on the show were Emily Northcutt, Mallory Lawless, Tina Moore, Nicole Usleton, George and Thelma Harrison, Erica Robinson, Tiffany Henry, Nancy Borum, Jimmy Borum and Trasy Barnett. Prior to Cameron performing Cliff Moore thanked everyone for praying for his sister, asked everyone to remember Bobby Pair who lost his sister, Joy and to pray for Cameron’s grandmother, Joy Young, as she starts her battle cancer. Joys grandchildren, Cameron, Colton, and Trasy presented Joy with flowers showing their love, affection and support for “Grandma.” Cameron’s performance was filled with “JOY” in more than one way. Joy of being home with his family, joy of honoring his grandmother Joy Young, ;and joy of being with his extended CMSA family. The familiar echo of “Who’s Your Daddy” was acknowledged by Cameron saying “you don’t know how much I miss hearing that.” What Cliff did not say “You don’t know how much I miss yelling it.” Cameron had a very emotional appearance referencing the wrist band he has been wearing since the benefit he held for high school friend Jessica who passed away, remembering his first grade music teachers son SGT Edy who passed away , dealing with his grandmas battle with stage three lung cancer, explaining his feelings about his CMSA friends and his buddy and duet partner Cutter. He ended the show opening his heart to his family and friends singing “Carrying Your Love With Me. ” An audience that has opened their hearts to Cameron also was emotional. Applause, laughter, sadness, pictures, all filled the evening with a great show filled with “Joy!” Angie Guice from Joyful Noise Productions and Helen Moore, Chairman of the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals fundraiser had Anita Walker post the first balloon representing the Riverlife Church in Moore donation from attendees at her Gospel Praise Night event. Everyone wanted to sing with Cameron but this show unlike the Cameron Tribute which was sponsored by “Cutter” time was limited.

Hats off to Bobbie Doss who was as able to put together 7 packs containing CD's, 2 tickets to a show, business cards and flyers promoting the CMSA Heartland Opry Entertainers. We appreciate Bobbie doing this as in her words “I hope you get some responses to perform for other worthwhile venues.” Bobby donated these for the style show for the Children’s Home and Boys Ranch benefit held at the Cos Center in Bricktown. ---Thank you Bobbie Hats off to John and Kay Monroe who have been working acquiring sponsors for our shows.---Thank you John and Kay Check out the Heartland Opry Article in the August 26, 2011 Daily Oklahoman concerning our involvement in the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Fundraiser. Referral cards are available on request - contact Helen Moore Pamphlets for Country Shows and Gospel Shows are available on request - contact Helen Moore

October 15th Grand Finale for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Fundraiser. This is taking the place of our Halloween Show. Find us on Facebook follow us on Twitter @heartlandopry”

Mail Box 1 gives you information about membership. Lottie Northcutt Mail Box 2 gives you information about our show and allows you to leave a message and sign up to perform on a show Donna Marie Urbassik Mail Box 3 gives you information about our Gospel Shows and also allows you to leave a message to be signed up to perform on a Gospel Show. Carol Jean Ross Mail Box 4 gives you current information about events that are being promoted now and future activities and you can leave a message for more information Helen Moore Mail Box 5 gives you information about our SHOW SPONSORSHIPS Tiffany Henry Mail Box 6 lets you leave a message for the President. John Fisher

Laura grew up with music in her family. Her dad, Ralph McCoy, was a professional musician for many years, until he felt it wasn’t healthy for his family, so he gave it up. He still played in churches, and sang, but he used it to praise the Lord. She tells of when she was little, how they would sit on the front porch of their house in the summer and her Dad would get out his guitar and her mom, Dad, Mom, brother and her, would Laura and sing for hours, until it was really late and they would Richard worry the neighbors might get mad . Those were sweet wonderful times, cheri s h e d me mo r i e s . Richard, Laura’s b r ot h er passed away in 2003, shared the Christmas Laura & same love of music. It Laura 6 Richard was just in their blood. This talent has passed down, from her grandpa Joe, to Ralph, to Laura and to her own children. Paul, who has his own band, called, One way Revolution and to her daughter Alisha who sings at her church on the praise team. Hopefully grandbabies are in her future and they will be singers too! So, years later, when Laura, was ready to move back home, Ralph, her dad told her, if you move here, I will find a way to get you involved with music. So he began his search as promised. Ralph knew Lottie Northcutt, from years ago, and he knew her dad was into music. So he began making phone calls. Merle Reader was thrilled to have them. He invited them first to the gospel show, and they loved it. So then, they went to a business meeting the following Monday. At that point they knew, this is where they belonged. So at the next open mic at Furrs, Laura and Ralph both audition and were accepted with open arms. The rest is history. Ralph kept his promise to Laura. Since then on Dec 28th 2011,, Ralph has passed away, but he lives on, you can hear it in Laura’s music each and every time you hear her sing. Laura’s Mom, Mildred McCoy has become very active and is now our CMSA/Heartland Opry Treasurer, and Laura’s Husband, Kevin Tatum is our Vice President. Also, Kevin is very busy with running the sound for the Gospel and Country shows. Laura is going to start working with the Bob Wood Memorial, something her dad believed in and in getting this project finished. In a way, pick up where he left off. Kevin and Laura have now started to get involved with our NACAMI organization and are now on the advisory board. They hope they make some positive changes and hope to be a great asset to them.

Nacmai Advisory Board Since, moving back to Oklahoma, after being gone for over 30 years, many, many things wonderful thing have happened, and many dreams have come true. First of all, she met Kevin Tatum and they were married Aug 23rd, 2008, just celebrating their 3 yrs. anniversary. Congrats!! Also, she has had the opportunity to sing at so many great places, such as the , Heartland Opry, Oklahoma Opry, Rodeo Opry, Cowboy Opry, Clinton Jamboree, Oklahoma State Fairs, Guthrie, Nashville, Pigeon Forge, TN, Benefit concerts, and one special one where we opened for Susie Lunch singer, Branson, and most recently McSwain Theater, Ada, OK. Really pretty much everywhere and all over!! She loves gospel and says that it is her first Laura & Donna love. Another awesome thing is that, she is the 2nd part to a duet called “Heartland Sweethearts” along with Donna Marie Urbassik. They have been singing for about a couple of years now and already have won awards, locally, statewide and nationally. The sing country and gospel and if you ever hear them sing, you can tell they are having a blast. Laura herself has won many awards as well, and this year has been nominated as New Horizon with CMSA and nominated as Female Vocalist of the year- New Horizon with Branson’s “Best is yet to Come” group. Boy is she excited!!! CMSA’s Heartland opry is a big part of Laura’s life. She loves what it’s about, and she loves to see the young people take their talent and use it . Being a big advocate for the kids, she feels the kids are our future and without them, we Laura & Dad won’t have a CMSA. We have to promote these kids, or we will lose them. Laura has four grown children, two of her own and two step children, Paul, 24, Drew 24, Alisha, 23, who is getting married on March 24th and Melanie who is 21. Laura also works full time job for a company that manufactures and rents tools to oil wells. She has been there for almost 4 years and has done very well with this company. So you can see, her life is full and very busy, but will always take time to say hi, or give you a hug, or just be an encouragement to you. CMSA is proud to have Laura as an active member of the CMSA Heartland Opry. She is indeed an asset to our organization and a great singer.

The show was sponsored by Connie and Clint McCoy. Kennedy Horton opened the show singing the national anthem and then sh e e mce ed it. It was Kennedy’s birthday show and what a great show. Kennedy did a fine job emceeing. Kennedy kicked off the show with “Heaven, Heartache and the Power of Love”. Great job! Charles Jones followed with “Singing The Blues” and “I’ll Go It Alone” in Charles’ smooth style. Kailyn Jolliff came on singing “A Little Bit of Love” and followed that with “Why Haven’t I Heard From You”. She is such a little dynamite. Our member’s only drawing was held and Pattie Miller’s name was drawn. Pattie missed out on $87.50. Sorry Pattie you have to be present to win! Maybe next time! Larry Whittle was next and sang is first song to Kennedy “16 Candles” in honor of her 16th birthday. Bill Kratzer sang “Honey Bee” and “Who Are You When I’m not Looking”. Two very good songs done well by Bill. Donna McLaughlin followed with “Begging To You” in her wonderful alto voice. Wes Fowler, a new comer to our stage, came out and sang “Red Dirt Road” and “Her Man”. What a wonderful addition to our shows! I hope to see and hear more of this fine young man. Kennedy thought so too!!!!\ John Monroe had to follow and follow he did as only John can with “Don’t Close Your Eyes”. Second half kicked off with Kennedy singing “Mama’s Song” and “Stronger”. Very well done and loved both songs. Charles Jones did “I Walk Alone” and as usual did a great job. Kailyn Jolliff followed with “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” doing a fine job on an old Rock “N Roll song. Larry Whittle sang “Daddy’s Home” and a gospel song “Light House”. Very nice job! Bill Kratzer followed that with his rendition of an Alan Jackson song “ I Don’t Even Know Your Name”. Donna McLaughlin came back to do “Apartment #9”. Then John Monroe did “Farewell Party” and “I Did It My Way”. Both gentlemen did a great job. Our Entertainer’s Only drawing was held and Clancy Tressemer missed out on $37.50. Sorry Clancy, you shoulda’ been there. Wes Fowler ended the show with “This Ain’t Nothing”. It was a great night and you shoulda’ been there!! Our next CMSA/ HEARTLAND OPRY show will be September 17 headlining our own Miss Emily Northcutt. Let’s pack the house. Thank you Connie and Clint for sponsoring the Show.

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