The J.E. Broyhill Civic Center of Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute will welcome acoustic favorites Mountain Heart with Tony Rice to the stage on Saturday, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m.

Mountain Heart is the band that has been fearlessly revolutionizing the way acoustic music can be presented and played. The band's name has been synonymous with cutting-edge excellence in acoustic music circles since the group's creation in 1999. Widely known throughout the music industry for continually redefining the cutting edge, the band has gained legions of fans both as a result of its superlative musicianship, and more notably, its incomparably exciting live performances. As one of the most highly awarded ensembles ever assembled, Mountain Heart, or members of the band, have either won or been nominated for multiple Grammys, ACM, CMA, and IBMA Awards. They have appeared on the revered stage of the Grand Ole Opry in excess of 100 times and have shared the stage with acts ranging from Lynyrd Skynyrd, Montgomery Gentry, George Jones, Merle Haggard, and Brad Paisley to Alison Krauss, Tony Rice, Travis Tritt, Yonder Mountain String Band, LeAnn Rimes and Patty Loveless.

Mountain Heart's musical virtuosity, unmatched energy, and keen sense of entertainment dynamics have helped them to forge a highly unique sound and stage show, which appeals to an incredibly wide variety of musical tastes. From large outdoor folk music and bluegrass festivals, to sold-out arena shows opening for Southern Rock icons, Lynyrd Skynyrd, to co-headlining concerts with the acoustic guitar legend, Tony Rice, Mountain Heart always makes an undeniable connection to an audience, leaving them on their feet. In short, this rare combination of abilities makes Mountain Heart one of the most versatile acts ever assembled.

As the group leading the charge in taking acoustic music to the masses, Mountain Heart deftly combines elements of rock, jamband, country, blues, jazz and bluegrass into a high-energy sound that is at once fresh, accessible and unmistakeable.

Together, these young musicians will provide a night of lively and exciting musical entertainment for young and old alike. Whether you're a long-time fan of acoustic and bluegrass music or just looking to discover something fresh and new in the world of musical entertainment, Mountain Heart is sure to impress.

Tickets for the show are $21 for adults and $12 for students and children. For tickets or for more information, call the Civic Center box office at 828-726-2407 or visit www.broyhillcenter.com.