Fannin County, Texas, October 27, 2025
News Summary
Veteran singer-songwriter Pierce Pettis is set to perform at Harmony House Concerts, offering an intimate concert experience. The event will include two sets with refreshments and audience interaction. Reservations are required for this limited-capacity show, emphasizing a communal atmosphere as attendees are encouraged to bring finger foods and enjoy a variety of snacks provided by the hosts.
Bonham, Texas
Pierce Pettis to perform at Harmony House Concerts on November 16, 2025
Pierce Pettis will perform at Harmony House Concerts on Sunday, November 16, 2025, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. The performance will take place in a private concert setting in Fannin County, Texas, offering a pre-holiday appearance by the veteran singer-songwriter.
Key details
The venue is located in Fannin County, Texas, about 10 miles north of Bonham, TX, and 65 miles northeast of Dallas. Attendees should note the rural location when planning travel and parking arrangements.
He will perform two sets of 45 minutes each with a 30-minute intermission. The format is designed to provide an intimate listening experience with time for audience interaction and a break between sets.
Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy snacks, coffee, and browse Pettis’s product table featuring his Christmas CD. The hosts will provide a selection of refreshments and a product table where recordings and merchandise associated with the artist will be available.
Reservations, cost and seating
Reservations are required and can be made by calling (903)583-2661. Reservation is the only way to secure a seat for this limited-capacity event.
Reservations cost $25 per person and can be paid at the Reservation Check-in table by cash or a check payable to Pierce Pettis. Payment is collected on arrival at the Reservation Check-in table to simplify pre-event processing.
Seating is limited, and a waiting list will be maintained for cancellations. Prospective attendees are advised to reserve early and provide contact information in case a spot opens.
What to bring and refreshments
Guests are encouraged to bring finger food to share, such as nuts, mini-sandwiches, or cookies. The event is organized as a casual concert with communal snacks and light refreshments to supplement what the hosts provide.
The event will feature bottomless cups of coffee, cider, organic tea punches, and assorted snacks. In addition to the self-brought finger foods, hosts will keep beverages and snacks available throughout the program.
An optional $1 cash donation plate will be available to help defray the hosts’ expenses. The donation plate is optional and intended to support the ongoing operation of the home concert series.
Hosts and format
Hosts Faye Wedell and Scott Lipsett have been hosting independent singer-songwriters for 25 years, providing a casual setting for acoustic, Americana, Indie, roots/folk music fans. The long-running series is positioned as a living-room style concert that favors direct musical connection and minimal production.
Artist background
Pierce Pettis has a rich musical career, having started at Muscle Shoals Sound Studios in Alabama and having his songs recorded by artists like Joan Baez and Garth Brooks. His songwriting has reached other performers and audiences through these recorded versions and industry collaborations.
He won the New Folk songwriting competition at the Kerrville Folk Festival and received an ASCAP Country Music Award for his song You Move Me. These recognitions are part of a multi-decade career that mixes recording, touring, and songwriting craft.
Pettis continues to perform and offers songwriting workshops across the country. In addition to concert appearances, he remains active offering educational events for songwriters and musicians.
He lives with his dog Buddy and cat Aretha atop a mountain he describes as his little bit of Heaven. The living situation and personal details reflect the artist’s continued engagement with a rural, contemplative lifestyle that informs his songwriting.
Logistics and summary
The Harmony House Concert on Sunday, November 16, 2025, is presented as a small, ticketed event with reserved seating and a community-style refreshment arrangement. Reservations, payment, and arrival procedures are managed to maintain the intimate character of the show. Attendees planning to join are advised to call early and review travel plans to the Fannin County location north of Bonham.
FAQ
When is the performance?
Pierce Pettis will perform at Harmony House Concerts on Sunday, November 16, 2025, from 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Where is the venue located?
The venue is located in Fannin County, Texas, about 10 miles north of Bonham, TX, and 65 miles northeast of Dallas.
How long are the performance sets?
He will perform two sets of 45 minutes each with a 30-minute intermission.
Are refreshments and merchandise available?
Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy snacks, coffee, and browse Pettis’s product table featuring his Christmas CD.
How do I reserve a seat?
Reservations are required and can be made by calling (903)583-2661.
What is the cost and how is payment handled?
Reservations cost $25 per person and can be paid at the Reservation Check-in table by cash or a check payable to Pierce Pettis.
Is seating limited?
Seating is limited, and a waiting list will be maintained for cancellations.
Can I bring food?
Guests are encouraged to bring finger food to share, such as nuts, mini-sandwiches, or cookies.
What refreshments will the hosts provide?
The event will feature bottomless cups of coffee, cider, organic tea punches, and assorted snacks.
Is there an additional donation option?
An optional $1 cash donation plate will be available to help defray the hosts’ expenses.
Who are the hosts?
Hosts Faye Wedell and Scott Lipsett have been hosting independent singer-songwriters for 25 years, providing a casual setting for acoustic, Americana, Indie, roots/folk music fans.
What are Pierce Pettis’s credentials?
Pierce Pettis has a rich musical career, having started at Muscle Shoals Sound Studios in Alabama and having his songs recorded by artists like Joan Baez and Garth Brooks.
Has Pierce Pettis received awards?
He won the New Folk songwriting competition at the Kerrville Folk Festival and received an ASCAP Country Music Award for his song You Move Me.
Does Pierce Pettis lead workshops?
Pettis continues to perform and offers songwriting workshops across the country.
Where does Pierce Pettis live?
He lives with his dog Buddy and cat Aretha atop a mountain he describes as his little bit of Heaven.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | Pierce Pettis will perform at Harmony House Concerts on Sunday, November 16, 2025, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. |
| Location | The venue is located in Fannin County, Texas, about 10 miles north of Bonham, TX, and 65 miles northeast of Dallas. |
| Performance Format | He will perform two sets of 45 minutes each with a 30-minute intermission. |
| Reservation | Reservations are required and can be made by calling (903)583-2661. Reservations cost $25 per person and can be paid at the Reservation Check-in table by cash or a check payable to Pierce Pettis. |
| Refreshments | The event will feature bottomless cups of coffee, cider, organic tea punches, and assorted snacks. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy snacks, coffee, and browse Pettis’s product table featuring his Christmas CD. |
| Hosts | Hosts Faye Wedell and Scott Lipsett have been hosting independent singer-songwriters for 25 years, providing a casual setting for acoustic, Americana, Indie, roots/folk music fans. |
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Singer-songwriter
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