James56 Loc: Nashville, Tennessee

Hi Folks, this is a continuation of photos I took at a Theatrical Presentation on the life of Patsy Cline. If you missed Part 1 you can see that post at http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-579060-1.html I had second thoughts about posting due to lack of interest in Part 1, but I promised I would...so here it is. These were taken after the intermission break and portrays the the later part of Patsy's life when she had achieved a bit of fame. In addition to clubs and bars, she was one of the most requested artist on many radio station across the Nation at that time. Her songs were getting more and more air time and climbing the charts. Eventually she finally achieved the ultimate...singing on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry. It all suddenly ended tragically with a plane crash after performing in Kansas City. Patsy and 3 others lost their lives near Camden Tennessee on their way back to Nashville (just 90 miles away) during a storm March 5, 1963 at the age of 30. The pilot was not trained to fly with instruments and lost control of the aircraft in bad weather. Hope you enjoy these. Thanks for stopping in. I appreciate that you did.

Patsy at the Grand Ole Opry. DSC09958-01 by James Frazier, on Flickr

Patsy at the Grand Ole Opry. DSC09943-01 by James Frazier, on Flickr

Patsy at the Grand Ole Opry. DSC09671-01 by James Frazier, on Flickr

Patsy at the Grand Ole Opry. DSC09676-01 by James Frazier, on Flickr

Patsy joking with her band behind her. DSC09677-01 by James Frazier, on Flickr

Patsy starting to gain fame. DSC09915-01 by James Frazier, on Flickr

Her friend Louise gets letters from Patsy who is on tour. DSC09931-01 by James Frazier, on Flickr

Patsy just before her death in a airplane crash. DSC09965-01 by James Frazier, on Flickr

RichardTaylor Loc: Sydney, Australia

Great set.

DonB Loc: Port Royal , Tn

Great set. Wish I had seen that show. Patsy is,was and always will be a #1 hit with me. Had the privilege of meeting and talking with her daughter a few years ago. Nice lady.
Don

James56 Loc: Nashville, Tennessee

Thanks Richard.

James56 Loc: Nashville, Tennessee

She sang so clean and pure Don. Songs had a message with meaning. We don't hear that as much these days. I need to make it down to her museum downtown Nashville above the Johnny Cash museum. Thanks for stopping in.

NMGal Loc: NE NM

I happen to like Patsy Cline. Thanks for this series. “Patsy” looks more like a doll with those rosy cheeks.

James56 Loc: Nashville, Tennessee

Me too. They do overdo the makeup a bit for theatrical plays. Camera's pick that up. I think because of the poor lighting. They want the stars to look dramatic and spectacular on stage. Thanks for stopping in.

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

Wonderful James! Almost like being there. I missed the original post, thank for the link back.

James56 Loc: Nashville, Tennessee

Yea it was a lot of fun. Challenging though with low lighting, but I muddled through. A bit heavy on the fog machine in my opinion. I tell you...it's hard to concentrate on taking pictures when the music is just so pretty. Thanks Paul, from a big fan of your work.

Jay Pat Loc: Round Rock, Texas, USA

I enjoyed these images!!
Pat

John Lawrence

Wonderful set, James. You make good use of your photography skills with the various shows you attend. I appreciate you sharing your images. You inspired me to dig out my old Patsy Cline CD and enjoy it again.

James56 Loc: Nashville, Tennessee

Thanks Pat...was a lovely show.

Kmgw9v Loc: Miami, Florida

Nice images. Thanks.
My appreciation for Patsy Cline began when I was very young--my Mother played her records incessantly.

Sylvias Loc: North Yorkshire England

Great and very enjoyable series James. Love her outfit.

James56 Loc: Nashville, Tennessee

I know John, I've been listening to her a bit more lately myself. She helped open the way for other women to come.