For over 100 years; the Elks Opera House has been a landmark of the cultural scene in Prescott; Arizona; and the western United States. In 1904; the people of Prescott raised $15;000 toward a performance hall to be included in the Elks Building. The original structure featured opera boxes that were later removed to adapt to the demands of motion pictures; and the entire proscenium arch was covered with wood paneling. In 2010; the Elks Opera House Foundation completed major renovations to restore the original 1905 grandeur of the theater and the 1928 marquee; which was paid for by grants from local charitable foundations; Arizona historic preservation funds; and generous participation by businesses and individuals. The Elks Building was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
#282347 in eBooks 2012-01-02 2012-01-02File Name: B00YO94ZWM
Review
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. not bad; not greatBy tncdelThe book wasnt bad; but Davids forte is music; not writing. And I had been hoping that the book would shed more in-depth light upon Lefty AFTER he made it big in Country Music. But instead the book spent most of its pages on family background and Leftys life growing up before he reached music stardom. I liked the biography of Lefty by Dan Cooper a lot better.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A nice memoirBy Steve DosseyThis a focused book told by Leftys brother that brings us close to the man and illuminates his formative years; his hard scrabble life; his hard fought struggle to succeed. The book also includes others recollections and paints a portrait of the artist; his success; his failures. It is a memoir; not a thorough biography; nor is it intended to be. Its interesting enough that I would like to see a comprehensive well researched book covering the life of Lefty; his art and his impact on country music. To be fair it does list his chart successes and the musicians that played at his sessions. Its worth reading if you appreciate Lefty Frizzells music.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Real CountryBy Mari B.How fortunate we are to have the true history of one of the greats in country music; Lefty Frizzell. David Frizzell; the youngest brother; takes us on the journey of his family. You feel the love; pain; joy and creative poetry of Lefty.One writes about what they know best. This book is part of the Nashville story and so many images of "real country"A very enjoyable book.
