Monroe County proclaims 'White Ellis Appreciation Day' for young mandolin player
March 27, 2024 | Monroe County, Tennessee
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The Monroe County Board of County Commissioners recognized local mandolinist White Ellis at its March 26 meeting, reading a proclamation that cited his Grand Ole Opry appearances, chart success and a debut album titled "Happy Valley."
A commissioner said Ellis made his Grand Ole Opry debut in February 2023 and received a standing ovation for his solo debut on Nov. 10, 2023. The proclamation noted Billboard coverage and that Ellis’ single “Grassy Cove” reached No. 1 on the bluegrass charts; another single, “Get Lost,” debuted at No. 5. The proclamation credited his apprenticeship, scholarships and local mentorships in the county’s bluegrass tradition.
Ellis accepted the recognition and told the commission, “Thank you all so much. This means so much.” He also said he recorded mandolin parts for Bobby Osborne’s final album and will open for Marty Stuart on a multi‑night engagement. Commissioners applauded and the assembly gave him a standing ovation.
The recognition was ceremonial and did not require or prompt any county action.
A commissioner said Ellis made his Grand Ole Opry debut in February 2023 and received a standing ovation for his solo debut on Nov. 10, 2023. The proclamation noted Billboard coverage and that Ellis’ single “Grassy Cove” reached No. 1 on the bluegrass charts; another single, “Get Lost,” debuted at No. 5. The proclamation credited his apprenticeship, scholarships and local mentorships in the county’s bluegrass tradition.
Ellis accepted the recognition and told the commission, “Thank you all so much. This means so much.” He also said he recorded mandolin parts for Bobby Osborne’s final album and will open for Marty Stuart on a multi‑night engagement. Commissioners applauded and the assembly gave him a standing ovation.
The recognition was ceremonial and did not require or prompt any county action.
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