Is there any star in Nashville more affable than Vince Gill? After years of watching him show off his relentless cheer and low-key humor as host of the Country Music Awards, it's tempting to think of him as the genre's Bing Crosby, a performer whose easygoing personality is as well-loved as his music.

Still, expect plenty of music when Gill takes the stage at Wolf Trap this weekend, touring in support of his neo-traditional new album, "The Key."

Gill and opening act Chely Wright perform at the Wolf Trap Filene Center, 1551 Trap Road, in Vienna, Va., on Saturday and Sunday at 8 p.m. $18 lawn seating only. Call 410-481-6500 for tickets, 703-255-1868 for information.

Pub Date: 8/27/98