Dr. Cleve Francis Performs “The Willow Tree” Live at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

In September 2026, cardiologist and country artist Dr. Cleveland “Cleve” Francis visited the Museum to share stories from his life and careers in the medical field and the music industry; discuss his memoir, Do My Heart Good: My Odyssey Through Country Music, Medicine, and History; and perform songs he has recorded. Francis wrote “The Willow Tree” when he was only sixteen years old.

Watch the full program: https://watch.countrymusichalloffame….