When Bobby Vinton appears live in concert at the Marion Palace Theatre on Saturday, May 10 at 8:00 p.m., he’ll sing his legendary hit songs that have become classics through the years.

Vinton’s concert will feature his popular tunes like “Roses Are Red,” “Blue Velvet,” “Mr. Lonely,” and “Melody of Love.”

Vinton got his start with a band he formed at age sixteen. Bobby and his group recorded some demo records which Bobby started delivering to as many radio stations as he could. At one station, the DJ was so impressed that he took the disc to CBS. Label executives signed Vinton and released Bobby's first single, "Roses Are Red," which launched his career as a vocalist. The record climbed to the #1 spot on the U.S. charts and eventually sold over four million copies.

This sentimental arrangement set the standard for his song style throughout the early '60s. Bobby hit a banner year in 1963, as he hit number three with "Blue on Blue" and then topped the charts with "Blue Velvet" and "There! I've Said It Again."

Vinton's name has been synonymous with superstardom. An industry survivor, he continues to enjoy success as a top-rated performer. Today, Bobby is one of the few stars capable of headlining in Atlantic City and Las Vegas in addition to playing dates around the world. He has established himself as one of America's top concert performers and versatile entertainers. His songs are recognized as standards throughout the world, and his music has retained its vitality and relevance through our changing times.

Bobby, never satisfied with yesterday’s accomplishments, created his own theater in Branson, Missouri. The Bobby Vinton Blue Velvet Theatre is a 1600 seat European style theatre complete with ceiling murals, Italian tile and blue velvet accents. He kept the theatre in Branson for ten years before selling it and returning to touring. He still makes an annual appearance in the southern Missouri tourist town.

Bobby has received awards for over a dozen gold records and albums during his career and has sold over 75 million records. As a tribute to his talents and community services, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce bestowed the ultimate honor upon Vinton--a bronze star on the world famous Hollywood Walk of Fame on Hollywood Boulevard.

To enjoy this Bobby Vinton concert, patrons should contact the box office for tickets, 740/383-2101. Marion General Hospital and Kingston Residence sponsor this event.