NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2005
Dolly Parton, Elton John To Duet
Pair Will Sing His 'Turn Out The Lights' On CMA Awards Show
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Elton John last December (CBS/The Early Show)
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Dolly Parton in September 2004 (AP)
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"I've always admired Sir Elton's songwriting, musicianship and singing and I'm thrilled to be working with him," Parton said in a statement released Monday by the Country Music Association. "It should be a very passionate performance."
"Turn the Lights Out When You Leave" was composed by John and writing partner Bernie Taupin, and was included on John's "Peachtree Road" album a year ago.
The CMA Awards will be hosted by Brooks & Dunn, who will also perform. The event will be televised on CBS.
Other confirmed performers include Kenny Chesney, Garth Brooks, Faith Hill, Alan Jackson, Brad Paisley and Lee Ann Womack.
Paul Simon and Willie Nelson will perform and then present the CMA song of the year award.
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