Junior Appalachian Musicians Presents

Junior Appalachian Musicians Presents

di Jim Lloyd
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Frank Emerson, multi-genre professional musician.
Frank Emerson has been a professional musician for 48 years. Join us to learn about Frank's musical career and the influences of traditional Irish music as he shares his experiences, talent, and wit.
A visit from Musician and Mayor Tim Litz
Tim Litz is the mayor of Rural Retreat, Virginia as well as a musician. He listened to Big Band and Southern Gospel as a child. Here, he reminisces about his musical experiences and local history. He crosses genres including Rock, Gospel and Country Rock. Listen as he shares memories and sings a song for us.
Interview with Bassist, Debbie Gates Larson
Debbie Gates Larson of Wytheville, VA discusses her musical history. She was introduced to multiple genres of music at a young age by family members. She shares her experiences performing with several different bands and her memories of attending the Old Galax Fiddlers Convention from age 5 to the present.
The History of the Fiddle Tune "Soldier's Joy"
A brief history of the traditional Appalachian fiddle tune known today as "Soldier's Joy"
Otto Wood The Bandit
The true story behind the song "Otto Wood The Bandit"
JAM Presents an Interview with Herb Key
Interview with legendary Wilkes County, North Carolina musician and luthier, Herb Key.
Junior Appalachian Musicians Presents: "3 Piece Suits and Resonator Banjos, the story of Bascom Lamar Lunsford"
Junior Appalachian Musicians Presents: 3 Piece Suits and Resonator Banjos, the story of Bascom Lamar Lunsford Bascom Lamar Lunsford was a Mars Hill North Carolina folklorist, songwriter, and promoter of Appalachian Folk music. He founded the Asheville Folk Festival and the Bascom Lamar Lunsford festival is held annually at Mars Hill University in Mars Hill North Carolina.