David Holt's State of Music
David Holt plays tunes and talks with modern masters of traditional music in Appalachia, showcasing not just the music but also the countryside that gave it life. Shot entirely on location, the program puts its featured performers in the context of the countryside that nurtured their musical traditions.
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David Holt's State of Music
Watch as David Holt interviews and performs with modern masters of traditional music, on location in the southern mountains, the countryside that nurtured their music.
Ep 2Bryan Sutton and Rhiannon Giddens
Delight in Grammy-winner Holt’s performances with guitar phenomenon Bryan Sutton and breakout star Rhiannon Giddens of the Carolina Chocolate Drops.
Ep 3Josh Goforth and The Branchettes
Watch as Holt performs with ballad singer and multi- instrumentalist Josh Goforth and interviews gospel torch-bearers Lena Mae Perry and Wilbur Tharpe, the Branchettes.
Ep 4Bruce Molsky and Balsam Range
Enjoy Holt’s performance with fiddle virtuoso Bruce Molsky and his interview of bluegrass supergroup Balsam Range.
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