Music scene · Payson
A Rim Country mountain town where country and gospel leanings show in church choirs, high school programs, fair talent shows, and cover bands at local bars.
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A Rim Country mountain town where country and gospel leanings show in church choirs, high school programs, fair talent shows, and cover bands at local bars.
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Payson's music reflects its small mountain setting with country, western, and gospel leanings. Local churches host choirs, and high school band and theater programs supply organized music. County fair talent shows draw Rim Country families.
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