The Lettermen Bring Their Music to UNCP
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{mosimage}The Lettermen, formed in the 1950s by Mike Barnett, Dick Stewart and Tony Butala, sang and recorded music that thrived during that period. When music took a distinct turn in the ‘60s — can anybody say Hendrix and Joplin? — The Lettermen didn’t alter their style; instead, they stayed the course and built a fan base that is legendary. With a 40-year performance career that shows no signs of slowing down, The Lettermen bring their very special style of music to stages all over the world. Their hits include “All I Ask of You,” “Everything I Do (I Do it For You)” and “Unchained Melody.”
The Lettermen have had 32 consecutive Billboard magazine chart albums, 11 gold records, five Grammy nominations, an Andy Award and a Cleo Award.
Over the decades, the group has had various lineups, replacing members who left for various reasons with new people to maintain a trio. Tony Butala, who is still a member, has stated that the group ethos is that of three strong soloists that harmonize, and that the group encourages individual singing and songwriting. They are especially noted for their “doo-wop” stylings.
They pride themselves in welcoming audience member photographs during the show, unlike many recording acts.
Tickets for the show, which begins at 8 p.m., are adults, $20-$26 and $12 for children or students. For more information, visit the Givens Performing Arts Center Web site at www.uncp.edu/gpac.