The 8th of November Concert Celebration took place on November 8, 2008 at Koka Booth Amphitheater in Cary. There were live performances by the 82nd Airborne’s All American Chorus and Country Music Artists, Rockie Lynne, Bo Bice, Josh Gracin and our headliner, Billy Ray Cyrus.
In recognition of a battle that occurred during Operation Hump in Vietnam on November 8, 1965, an original painting by world renowned artist, Craig Bone was unveiled and presented at the Veterans concert and celebration on November 8th in Cary, NC. Mr. Bone is regarded as one of the top naturalists in the world. His painting Earth, Wind and Fire is the only Vietnam era painting currently on display in Pentagon. His new original painting was inspired by the story of Mr. Niles Harris, a U.S. Army Veteran and survivor of the battle of November 8th. Mr. Harris’ story was captured in the song "8th of November" and poignantly told in the music video performed by Country Music Duo, Big & Rich.
In addition to the concert, there was a “sneak peek” cocktail social which included meeting Niles Harris and artist, Craig Bone and viewing a giclee copy of the painting before it was unveiled to the public on November 8th. This was an opportunity for guests, event sponsors and dignitaries to watch Craig add a few special images and brush strokes to the giclee. Patrons also had the opportunity to witness his passion for the wildlife and scenery of his native Zimbabwe in other paintings that were on display at this exclusive showing.
The 8th of November Concert Celebration took place on November 8, 2008 at Koka Booth Amphitheater in Cary. There were live performances by the 82nd Airborne’s All American Chorus and Country Music Artists, Rockie Lynne, Bo Bice, Josh Gracin and our headliner, Billy Ray Cyrus.
In recognition of a battle that occurred during Operation Hump in Vietnam on November 8, 1965, an original painting by world renowned artist, Craig Bone was unveiled and presented at the Veterans concert and celebration on November 8th in Cary, NC. Mr. Bone is regarded as one of the top naturalists in the world. His painting Earth, Wind and Fire is the only Vietnam era painting currently on display in Pentagon. His new original painting was inspired by the story of Mr. Niles Harris, a U.S. Army Veteran and survivor of the battle of November 8th. Mr. Harris’ story was captured in the song "8th of November" and poignantly told in the music video performed by Country Music Duo, Big & Rich.
In addition to the concert, there was a “sneak peek” cocktail social which included meeting Niles Harris and artist, Craig Bone and viewing a giclee copy of the painting before it was unveiled to the public on November 8th. This was an opportunity for guests, event sponsors and dignitaries to watch Craig add a few special images and brush strokes to the giclee. Patrons also had the opportunity to witness his passion for the wildlife and scenery of his native Zimbabwe in other paintings that were on display at this exclusive showing.