{"id":6624,"date":"2018-11-06T17:04:34","date_gmt":"2018-11-06T17:04:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.luxurygoldvacations.com\/?p=6624"},"modified":"2024-04-24T15:32:20","modified_gmt":"2024-04-24T14:32:20","slug":"musical-heritage-south","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/musical-heritage-south\/","title":{"rendered":"Musical heritage from the South"},"content":{"rendered":"

From its iconic rock ballads to the toe tapping sounds of its jazz and country music, the South\u2019s musical heritage is a journey of intrigue and discovery.<\/p>\n

With the emotive blues being developed in the 20th century and rock n\u2019 roll hitting the charts in the late 1940s, the South has played a central role in forming and developing America\u2019s musical history, acting as a form of expression in times of both delight and pain.<\/p>\n

Stepping into the heartland of soul music, our Southern Grace<\/a> trip is a nostalgic celebration of bygone musical eras that are still celebrated today.<\/p>\n

On this esteemed Luxury Gold trip, head to Nashville and Memphis where you\u2019ll learn more about this fascinating part of the world.<\/p>\n

Nashville<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Studio B<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n

RCA Studio B is the<\/em> place to visit on any trip to Nashville. Opened in 1956, this music recording studio has built the music careers of icons, including Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and of course the King of Rock n’ Roll, Elvis Presley, who made more than two hundred recordings there.<\/p>\n

The studio became an essential factor in developing a style titled \u2018Nashville Sound\u2019 in the 60s. This technique included smooth string and choruses and smoother tempos, to create \u201cmore sophisticated\u201d country music.<\/p>\n

As one of our VIP experiences, you\u2019ll not only explore this iconic studio but record your own song there, which you\u2019ll be able to take home as a souvenir.<\/em><\/p>\n

The Country Music Hall of Fame<\/em><\/h4>\n

One of the world\u2019s largest music museums, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, is dedicated to the collection, preservation and interpretation of the \u201cevolving history and traditions\u201d of country music.<\/p>\n

Membership to the museum is considered the highest honor to country music professionals and has been given to legendary country icons including Jimmie Rodgers, Hank Williams, Johnny Gimble and Dottie West.<\/p>\n

With Luxury Gold, you\u2019ll get a private behind-the-scenes look at the song writing process with a local songwriter and singer.<\/em><\/p>\n

Memphis<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\u00a9 Photo by\u00a0Clem Onojeghuo\u00a0on\u00a0Unsplash<\/p><\/div>\n

Graceland<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n

Arguably one of the most famous residences in the world, Graceland was the home of Elvis Presley. Now owned by his daughter Lisa Marie Presley, this impressive mansion is open after-hours to Luxury Gold guests, where they will experience a private tour, before sitting down to a special dinner on the grounds of the estate.<\/p>\n

Sun Studio<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n

Nicknamed the birthplace of Rock n\u2019 Roll, Sun Studio discovered the legends of the 1950s, including BB.King, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis. On a visit to this revered music studio, you\u2019ll learn more about the famous music icons that recorded revolutionary albums there and of course, have the opportunity to stand in the same spot Elvis recorded! Your guide will also be able to give you the inside stories of the greats and a bit more on what life was like as a successful music artist in the 50s.<\/p>\n

To prepare you for your journey, here are our favourite songs inspired by a trip to Memphis:<\/em><\/p>\n