A superb video from every perspective - content, construction, audio balance, video background and foreground. A very significant living cultural experience. Thanks to ALL the performers and their mentors, and to WVPB for the production.
the Dancing man on the stick was actually an instrument as an experienced user could tap out rhythms. My Grandfather had one and it was quite entertaining.
In 30:24, Lee Triplett is playing "Old Joe Clark" and not "Wild Horse" as the caption reads. These West Virginian musicians are absolutely great, and there are many more not represented here.
Another reason why I'm a sustaining member of WVPB though I live in Mississippi. A lot of this traveled to places like Baltimore, DC, and Pittsburgh. I discovered this music among friends in Baltimore and in a used record store. There I found a Clark Kessinger album. The old time scene is strong there. I moved to Kentucky and now to Mississippi where I found people to play with. But the music isn't unique to West Virginia. It traveled with folk just as it does today, and it changed. Songs in one tuning or key in West Virginia are in a different one in Mississippi. Names for the same tune are different. It isn't uniquely Confederate just as it isn't uniquely Southern. But it binds people together despite their differences.
That kathy mattea seems to be a transgender. something is strange about "her". the big jawbone and deep voice. much deeper voice than any woman ive ever known. both singing and speaking.
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A superb video from every perspective - content, construction, audio balance, video background and foreground. A very significant living cultural experience. Thanks to ALL the performers and their mentors, and to WVPB for the production.
My Uncle Gruder and Aunt Jennie at minute 25:43. What a joy to find this video. I am so proud to be from the heritage of Clay County!
That is kind of funny. I am a custodian trying to bring a local bluegrass act to my elementary school in WA state.
Feels like freedom! That's why everyone likes it.
I've been down to Clifftop a couple of times... Heaven on Earth... love it and miss it.... But Damn glad I found it!!!
I'm an old-time fan from Ohio and enjoyed this greatly!
I heard this music when I watched some old Irish movies. I heard the bagpipes too.
what a great video, keepin that old music alive. I love it.
I play old traditional country. The roots of which came from those Appalachian musicians. Great article. Great musicians. 👍 ❤
Birthplace of my father and this brings back memories.
the Dancing man on the stick was actually an instrument as an experienced user could tap out rhythms. My Grandfather had one and it was quite entertaining.
I enjoyed your video and thank you for sharing with us.
Good to see Bobby Taylor. He's a fine fiddler. 👍
What an amazing video, thank you
I love this and thanks for putting my daddy's picture in it..
One of my favorite videos on RUclips now. Thank you so much. ❤
In 30:24, Lee Triplett is playing "Old Joe Clark" and not "Wild Horse" as the caption reads. These West Virginian musicians are absolutely great, and there are many more not represented here.
Amazing.
Really enjoyed this film. Love old time music!
❤this is excellent! Glad I stumbled across it
Great pickin' ❤
Wonderful video.
Another reason why I'm a sustaining member of WVPB though I live in Mississippi. A lot of this traveled to places like Baltimore, DC, and Pittsburgh. I discovered this music among friends in Baltimore and in a used record store. There I found a Clark Kessinger album. The old time scene is strong there. I moved to Kentucky and now to Mississippi where I found people to play with. But the music isn't unique to West Virginia. It traveled with folk just as it does today, and it changed. Songs in one tuning or key in West Virginia are in a different one in Mississippi. Names for the same tune are different. It isn't uniquely Confederate just as it isn't uniquely Southern. But it binds people together despite their differences.
I kept watching for Dwight Diller. But he never showed up in the documentary.
This is wonderful! Is there a way to watch the show that John Morris did in the 70s? I would love to see more of that as well!
Can I get this on a dvd for my friend?
😢too much talking especialyon agood tune ttfn&ty
That kathy mattea seems to be a transgender. something is strange about "her". the big jawbone and deep voice. much deeper voice than any woman ive ever known. both singing and speaking.
You ought to get out more.
😂
Go play hockey, pal!!
9/29/23: Kathy Mattea is just fine. You? Not so sure.
What a strange comment. Hec, people are weird, and I don't mean Kathy Mattea.