SUMMER SERIES WITH THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY
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JUNE 16 - JULY 31, 2026
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SUMMER SERIES WITH THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY ☆ JUNE 16 - JULY 31, 2026 ☆
“The threads of my life are woven together through my songs. That's why this project, Threads: My Songs In Symphony, is so special to me. It's all about sharing my music and my musical journey with audiences in a new way!" - Dolly Parton
ABOUT THE CONCERT
Dolly Parton brings her music to orchestras worldwide! Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs In Symphony, is an innovative multimedia experience featuring Dolly Parton on screen, leading audiences in a visual-musical journey of her songs, her life, and her stories. With a cast of phenomenal guest vocalists and musicians, along with new and innovative orchestrations by David Hamilton, Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs In Symphony features hit songs including “Jolene,” “Coat Of Many Colors,” and “I Will Always Love You,” in addition to Dolly’s personal favorites and an as-yet unreleased selection from her upcoming Broadway musical. Co-Produced by Dolly Parton together with Schirmer Theatrical, and Sony Music Publishing.
*Dolly Parton will not be in attendance.
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Dolly Parton Executive Producer & Songwriter
Betsey Perlmutter Creative Director & Producer, Schirmer Theatrical
Todd Ellis Producer, Sony Music Publishing
Alex Kosick Associate Producer, Schirmer Theatrical
David Hamilton Arranger & Orchestrator
Adam Grannick Director of Video and Animation
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Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs In Symphony runs approximately 120 mins (inclusive of a 20-minute intermission).
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For more general and booking information about Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs In Symphony, please visit www.SchirmerTheatrical.com.
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For booking inquiries and further information, please contact Emily Yoon at The Team.
UPCOMING DATES
Find out when Threads is coming to you!
Meet the Artists
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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
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Known and respected for his musical versatility and artistic passion, David Hamilton has earned a reputation as an engaging conductor of popular music and a premiere arranger, orchestrator, pianist, and composer. He is uniquely at home leading orchestras, rhythm sections and choirs. He collaborates with artists across multiple genres on the stage and in the recording studio and his arrangements are featured on recordings worldwide spanning gospel, pop, classical, jazz, country and sacred music genres. His music can be heard on recordings by premiere artists such as classical pianist Lang Lang performing with Metallica, Ed Sheeran, The Weeknd, Lady Gaga, John Legend, Celine Dion and “Lang Lang Plays Disney” with the Royal Philharmonic at Royal Albert Hall and the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl. Hamilton has also written arrangements for Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Kristin Chenoweth, Renee Fleming, Carrie Underwood, Heather Headley, Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, Vince Gill, Ricky Skaggs, Sandi Patty, Natalie Grant and many others. His music has been performed by the Boston Pops, the Cincinnati Pops, the New York Pops, for the CMA Country Christmas television show and for Disney theme park shows worldwide such as “World of Color”, “Fantasmic” and many others.
Mr. Hamilton has conducted pops and holiday concerts with many of the leading American and Canadian orchestras including the Dallas, St. Louis, Denver, Atlanta, Vancouver, Edmonton, Virginia, and Detroit symphonies. He has led his hometown, Nashville Symphony numerous times. He has also conducted the National Symphony, the Cincinnati Pops, and has made multiple appearances at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center. He also conducts recording orchestras at renowned scoring stages such as Oceanway and RCA in Nashville, Capitol and Warner Brothers in Los Angeles and Abbey Road and AIR Studios in London. Drawing from his diverse musical skills, Hamilton brings to the podium unique abilities to bridge musical gaps, speaking the musical languages of musicians from different lanes.
In his recent creative endeavors Hamilton alternates between conductor and musical director- pianist roles with Dolly Parton’s “Threads, My Songs in Symphony”, which he arranged and orchestrated for Schirmer Theatrical. For many years he has collaborated with Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith as conductor and touring musical director helping them each create their own legacies of rich holiday musical traditions. Hamilton’s orchestral arrangements and music production have helped bring Smith’s music to life in the concert hall and the studio and he has also collaborated with CeCe Winans as arranger and conductor presenting gospel music with the National Symphony. Hamilton’s compositions are also heard on numerous solo piano recordings such as his jazz release, "Good Things” and his meditative offering, ”Sacred Space”.
Mr. Hamilton earned an undergraduate degree in piano, composition, and conducting from the Wheaton College Conservatory of Music, and a graduate degree in commercial music and jazz from the University of Miami School of Music. This diverse and well-rounded training along with many years serving in church music leadership have equipped him to thrive both in the studio and on stages throughout North America, Europe, and in the vibrant creative scene of his hometown, Nashville.
linktree: davidhmp.komi.io
Instagram: @dhamiltonmusic
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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
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Dean Berner is a musician, photographer, and educator. He lives in Nashville, TN with partner Rachel Beauregard, their two daughters and dog Sharkey.
Dean is an in-demand session player and is currently touring with MCA Recording artist Catie Offerman. Over the last few years, he’s worked with Andrew Ripp, Mackenzie Porter, Maggie Rose, Lucie Silvas, Jana Kramer, Clare Dunn, Rick Brantley, Paul McDonald and others. From 2003-2013, Dean was a member of country/bluegrass trio Edens Edge (Big Machine Records) and toured with Brad Paisley, Reba McEntire, Rascal Flatts, and Lady A.
Also an avid photographer, Dean holds a Master of Fine Arts in Photography from the University of Hartford and teaches at Nashville State Community College.
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Johnny Richeson is a working drummer in Nashville, Philadelphia, and beyond, and is known for bringing a high level of preparation, musicality, and versatility to every musical situation. Self-taught from ages 12-18, Johnny has since studied with several world-class musicians, including: Derrek Phillips (Hank Williams, Jr., Robben Ford, Charlie Hunter, Gloria Gaynor, Brett Eldridge), Jordan Perlson (Jeff Coffin, Blue Man Group, Becca Stevens), Matt White (Rihanna, Bob Mintzer, Jeff Coffin), Jesse Willis (Coastal Carolina University), and Lalo Davila (Middle Tennessee State University). After moving to Nashville, TN, Johnny enjoyed performing with Zach Top, Jason Scheff (Chicago), The Dryes (The Voice Season 22), and more. He has shared the stage with the Miranda Lambert, Hardy, Jo Dee Messina, Victor Wooten, Bob Reynolds (John Mayer, Snarky Puppy), Jeff Coffin (Dave Matthews Band, Bela Fleck & the Flecktones), and others. Sharing his passion through education is a cornerstone to Johnny’s career. He acts as a professor at Rider University, where he created an immersive travel course bringing students to the Nashville music scene to have their music recorded by GRAMMY-winning artists and to meet with professionals from all areas of the industry. At Rider, he directs the Pop, Rock, and Hip-Hop Ensemble & teaches private lessons. In June 2018, Johnny traveled to Colombia to play and teach at jazz camps around the country for the Colombo Americano organization. He offers clinics, group lessons, and individual lessons on a range of topics, including drum set, Brazilian percussion, Afro-Cuban percussion, classical percussion, music theory, music technology, gig prep, audition prep, career development, and more. Johnny holds a B.A. in Music Performance from Coastal Carolina University and an M.M. in Jazz Studies from Middle Tennessee State University. He is a Drum Set Artist for Innovative Percussion.
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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. @holliehammel
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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Ross McReynolds is a drummer and producer living in Los Angeles.
He has been playing music professionally since a teen and hopes for years to come.
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Luke Woodle is a New York based drummer and educator originally from Seattle, Washington. His passion for music started at an early age fostered by a family of musicians and incredible mentors. Graduating from the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music in Los Angeles, California with an undergraduate (2019) and masters degree (2021), he has worked with countless musicians including Sullivan Fortner, Louis Cole, Felly, Georgia Webster, the New York Voices, Pat Coil, Pat Bergeson, Joel Frahm, the Bob Mintzer Big Band, Vince Mendoza, Ricky and Paul Peterson, and Luciana Souza. He has studied with some of the world's greatest drummers and composers including Peter Erskine, Roy McCurdy, Ndugu Chancler, Will Kennedy, Aaron Serfaty, Vince Mendoza, Alan Pasqua, Russ Ferrante, and Bill Platt.
In 2021, Luke moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where he performed regularly at venues across the city, including Rudy’s Jazz Room, Skull’s Rainbow Room, Ascend Amphitheater, The Basement East, The Nashville Jazz Workshop, and recorded at studios such as Ocean Way, Treasure Isle, Dark Horse Recording Studios, The Studio Nashville, and many more. Immersed in the city’s vibrant music scene, he continued to refine his craft before relocating to New York City in 2024. In New York, he performs and tours in addition to being a dedicated educator, working with Jazz Empowers and maintaining a private studio for both online and in-person students of all ages.
Stay in touch at www.lukewoodle.com
