Springfield Sister Cities Association selected local musician Dallas Jones to serve as an ambassador and featured performer in Springfield’s sister city of Isesaki, Japan this September. In this prestigious position, Jones will visit multiple Japanese cities, stay with an Isesaki family, attend official ceremonies and perform at Isesaki’s annual city-wide festival.

“We are thrilled to send Dallas to serve as a musical ambassador in Japan,” states Sister Cities executive director Lisa Bakerink. “He is a talented musician that embodies goodwill. We know he will be well-received and do a great job representing Springfield and the Ozarks.”

Sister Cities funds a portion of Jones’ trip costs and helps fundraise the remaining expenses. Jones will host his first concert fundraiser on Sunday, July 23 from 6-8 p.m. at Wire Road Brewing, 4453 S. Timbercreek Ave., Battlefield. Admission is free and all tips and donations will benefit Jones’ trip to Japan. Donors can also make tax-deductible contributions at peacethroughpeople.org/donatetodallas.

Jones is a native of the Ozarks and a prolific musician. He has released eight studio albums and written more than 300 original songs. His music is inspired by his life experiences, his love for nature, and his passion for storytelling. He has a loyal fan base and a reputation for captivating live performances.

Sister Cities selects a local musical group to perform at Isesaki’s city festival each year. It is a great opportunity to share Ozarks music with an international audience and to strengthen the friendship between Springfield and Isesaki. Most recently, Lancaster Station completed their trip in September 2022 after a two-year delay due to COVID-19.

For more information or to make a donation, please visit peacethroughpeople.org/donatetodallas. For more information about the concert fundraiser on July 23, please visit facebook.com/events/961745465050797.