The Library of Congress and the Country Music Association hosted a day-long program for the CMA Board of Directors at the nation’s library and a recepton with members of the House of Representatives, Senate, and invited dignitaries; followed by a concert in the Coolidge Auditorium featuring some of Country Music’s finest hitmakers.

“The purpose of our events here at the Library of Congress are meant to bring attention to these fine collections and help this incredible institution build on the Library’s already unparallelled archive of sound recordings,” said Steve Moore, Chairman of the CMA Board of Directors. “The foundation has been laid for future programs and educational opportunies for Country Music lovers around the world”

Following the reception, the invited guests attended an intimate evening of acoustic music in the Coolidge Auditorium in the Library’s Jefferson Building performed by Kix Brooks, Lorrie Morgan, John Rich, and the host for the evening Bob DiPiero.

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