Stories, quotes and anecdotes from Appalachia. 1880s-1950s era.

Category: Bluegrass

Rediscovering the Roots of Bluegrass: Historically Significant Recordings from the Great Smoky Mountains Released

Historical recordings, featuring 5-string banjo master Carroll Best, document that Best was a pioneer of the melodic, 3-finger banjo style.

It took Beth Harrington 12 years to create ‘The Winding Stream’. She shares favorite behind the scenes moments in making this documentary.

The Bristol Sessions were revolutionary, but the Johnson City Sessions recordings reflect more eclectic tastes & a keener sense of humor.

Hilda Downer explores why Appalachian musicians place rattlesnake rattles inside instruments. It had to begin before the 1900s, she says.

The story is told as if you’re just sitting on the front porch, passing the time as Dr. Ralph reminisces; an original and authentic voice.

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