Music scene · Waynesville
An Ozarks town near Fort Leonard Wood with country and gospel roots, where the American Legion hall, churches, and school programs host music and Springfield is the gig destination.
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An Ozarks town near Fort Leonard Wood with country and gospel roots, where the American Legion hall, churches, and school programs host music and Springfield is the gig destination.
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Waynesville sits in the Ozarks near Fort Leonard Wood in Pulaski County. Its musical identity is tied to country and gospel traditions, military community events, and school music programs. Springfield and Rolla are the nearest larger music hubs.
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