Capricorn Sound Studios to Host Special Tour and Dickey Betts Panel Discussion on March 1

Music enthusiasts and Southern rock fans will have a unique opportunity to celebrate the legacy of Dickey Betts at Capricorn Sound Studios and Museum in Macon on March 1. Betts was a guitarist, singer, and songwriter as well as a co-founder and longtime member of The Allman Brothers Band. 

The iconic Capricorn Sound Studios and Museum will host a panel discussion featuring author Alan Paul and Allman Brothers Band historian John Lynskey. This special event coincides with the Dickey Betts Memorial Concert, scheduled for February 28 at the Macon City Auditorium.

The Dickey Betts Memorial Concert will feature performances by Warren Hayes, Derek Trucks, Susan Tedeschi, Oteil Burbridge Jaimoe, Chuck Leavell, Devon Allman, Duane Betts, Charlie Starr, Jimmy Hall and Lamar Williams Jr., and more. Tickets prices started out as low as $69 but those were quickly purchased and remaining tickets currently listed on ticketmaster.com cost $1,000 and more.

Exploring the Legacy of Dickey Betts

The panel discussion will explore Dickey Betts's profound impact on Southern rock, particularly as a founding member of the Allman Brothers Band. Following the discussion, attendees can take part in a special studio tour and open house, providing an inside look at the legendary Capricorn Studios.

For those eager to experience the magic of Capricorn earlier in the day, an early bird tour will be available at 10 a.m. on March 1. Admission for all tours and events is $10 at the door, and no reservations are required.

For updates, subscribe to our free newsletter!

Meet the Experts: Alan Paul & John Lynskey

Alan Paul is a respected author, journalist, and musician, known for his deep dives into rock history. His latest book, Brothers and Sisters: The Allman Brothers Band and the Inside Story of the Album That Defined the '70s, explores the creation and impact of the band’s best-selling 1973 album Brothers and Sisters. His previous works include two New York Times bestsellers—Texas Flood: The Inside Story of Stevie Ray Vaughan and One Way Out: The Inside History of the Allman Brothers Band.

Joining him is John Lynskey, a seasoned Allman Brothers Band expert. Lynskey served as editor-in-chief of Hittin’ the Note, the band’s official magazine, starting in 1995. He coauthored My Cross to Bear, Gregg Allman’s best-selling autobiography, and now serves as the resident historian at The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House.

This event honoring the life and legacy of Dickey Betts provides music lovers and history buffs with an intimate glimpse into the life and contributions of Betts, who was a pivotal figure in Southern rock. With insights from two leading authorities on the Allman Brothers Band, this discussion is a must-attend for anyone interested in rock history and the musical legacy of Macon.

For more details on the Dickey Betts Memorial Concert or the Capricorn Studios event, visit Capricorn Sound Studios’ official website.

The Allman Brothers Band fans will enjoy a visit to the museum in Macon dedicated to the band (Photographer Nate Weeks)

Help support Middle Georgia Times with your donation!