The men of Tau Phi social club showcased incredible talent Saturday night for the 37th annual Cowboy Show in Collins Alumni Auditorium.
This year’s lineup included songs with a Backroads theme and invited the audience on a journey with intimate country music.
The evening featured performances by Ashton Montgomery, John Blake Parker, Jordan Satterfield, Rebecca Robertson, Piper Smith and many more.
Collectively, the night celebrated fan-favorite country anthems and covered hit songs from Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, Brad Paisley, Dolly Parton and James Taylor, to name a few.
Senior Stephen Ingram directed the event alongside sophomore Hunter Taylor and senior Ashton Montgomery.
“It was a ton of fun, but also a lot of work,” Ingram said. “Without [Taylor and Montgomery] the show wouldn’t be nearly as good as it is.”
Ingram said that while listening to several men put on “musically challenged” performances provided comedy to the evening, the women really stole the show.
“The talent this year has been great,” he said. “All of our ladies are incredibly talented and have been a pleasure to work with.”
The annual Cowboy Show began in 1979 with the men of Tau Phi scattered across the steps of Collins with guitars in their hands.
It has now grown to one of the most anticipated events on campus, as it brings current students, friends, family and alumni back to campus for a night of music and fellowship.
“It’s an incredible professional production and a vital part of Parent Weekend here at Lipscomb,” Ingram said. “This show not only brings together the campus and their parents for a night of fun but also 50 years of alumni from our club have something they can be proud of.
“I am just thankful to be a small part in that history.”
Photos by Ben Davis