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LeAnn Rimes Robert Earl Keen Upcoming Events Martial Artists and Acrobats of Tianjin, People's Republic of China Dec. 7-8 | 2 shows! World-renowned for their cutting edge tricks and superior techniques, this distinguished troupe presents a breathtaking production full of acrobatic stunts, feats of balance, juggling acts, contortion tricks and martial arts. Tickets start at $15! Voces8 SHOW TONIGHT! | Tickets just $10! This British vocal ensemble is one of the world's most versatile and best-loved a cappella groups. Their performances ooze panache, with a radiant vocal sound, meticulous timing and tuning, and a stage presence that will win you over immediately. Don't miss it! Danú A Christmas Gathering: Féile na Nollag Dec. 10 | Tickets start at $15! Back by popular demand! One of the leading traditional Irish ensembles today presents a program of traditional Celtic music celebrating the Christmas season. Paired with top notch guest dancers and a beautiful choral accompaniment, this is the perfect family night out! LeAnn Rimes This is Christmas Tour 2017 Dec. 12 Performing for the first time at Walton Arts Center, this internationally acclaimed pop-country icon will bring good tidings of joy and cheer with traditional and original Christmas songs from her trio of annual holiday albums. Get your tickets today! Robert Earl Keen Fam-O-Lee Back to the Country Jamboree Dec. 13 This Texas country icon makes his way to Fayetteville for an evening of Clark Griswold-worthy songs about awkward holiday get-togethers with drunken, intolerant relatives. If you're looking for laughs this holiday season, get tickets today! Danú Media support: NWA Democrat-Gazette, KUAF, Arkansas CW, KNWA, 40/29, KFSM, Citiscapes 495 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville, AR 72701 waltonartscenter.org | 479.443.5600 Voces8 Beyond Amazing. Martial Artists and Acrobats of Tianjin, People's Republic of China Family Fun Series Sponsor: American Music Series Sponsor: LeAnn Rimes Sponsor: 10 WHAT'S UP! DECEMBER 3-9, 2017 FAQ David Phelps: A Classic Christmas WHEN — 7 p.m. Dec. 10 WHERE — Bentonville First Baptist Church, 220 S. Main St. COST — $15 INFO — 800-965-9324 or fbcbentonville.org I know that I can't fix things," muses Christian musician David Phelps. "I think we all know deep down that the world has always gone through times of great turmoil. I mean, the world was a mess, and that's why Jesus came in the first place. "So what I hope I can do is help people who feel that mess so deeply, maybe I can offer them a glimpse of hope through the message of my faith, and maybe they'll feel a little bit lighter at the end of the concert. If I've done that, I've done my job." This is the 19th Christmas tour for Phelps, who grew up in Tomball, Texas, and is best known for his performances with the multiple Grammy and Dove Award-winning Gaither Vocal Band. Phelps says music, Christmas and Christianity were integral parts of his childhood. "I was kind of born into a musical family," he says. "We sang all the time and made music all the time. Music was just part of what we did; it wasn't something extra. Faith was also like that in our house. Dad was a deacon at the church, Mom played the piano and sang in the choir, and Papaw was a Baptist preacher. So it was natural the two things intertwined." And then there's Christmas. "I have great memories of running downstairs and seeing what Santa got me," Phelps says, his voice warm and enthusiastic. "My parents always were great about the mystery of Christmas, and Santa always managed to leave footprints on the fireplace or you heard his sleigh bells flying away. My mom still to this day decorates the house ridiculously for Christmas! "The thing is about Christmas music is it's just filled with hope. It's all about a new beginning, individually and for humanity itself. And if there was ever a time that we need to hear that message it's now." — BECCA MARTIN-BROWN BMARTIN@NWADG.COM Music Feeds Holiday Hope Phelps BENTONVILLE