Littlefield, Texas - were Waylon Jennings was born and raised

Bohnham, Texas - birthplace and resting place of quitar legend Charlie Christian

Vernon, Texas - Where Jack Teagarden and Roy Orbison were born

Van Cliburn International Piano Competition

Location: Fort Worth, Texas

VAN CLIBURN INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION. The Van Cliburn International Piano Competition is a world-class performance contest for young professional pianists held every four years in Fort Worth. The competition was originated by Irl Allison Sr., who formed the Van Cliburn Foundation for the purpose...

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