That's probably true, but for $10 to see a national recording star and be part of the crowd, I'm sure many will enjoy attending the concert.

We have always featured regional bands but this year wanted to add a national headlining act. Gary Allan is very popular right now and drew lots of fans when he played in the Pavilion a couple of times.

People may not have known, or have forgotten, that this is a Pavilion event. It could bring more people into the Pavilion, too, especially those who may never have been in the building.

We decided that if we are going to continue the concert portion of the festival, it is time to take it to the next level.