Dolly Parton's America Traveling Creatures: live music from the series
Dec 24, 2019
Celebrate the finale with live music from talented bluegrass musicians Nora Brown and Amythyst Kiah. Nora shares her heartfelt journey through a classic ballad, showcasing her fretless banjo skills. Dive into the emotional depths of a song that speaks of longing and freedom, evoking nostalgia. Amythyst captivates with 'Firewater,' exploring the creative process behind her stirring performances. Each note resonates with themes of pain and reflection, leaving listeners with a profound sense of connection and anticipation for what's next.
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Youth Can Master Tradition
- Nora Brown, despite being only 14, is a well-established talent in old-time music with an album and rapid skill development.
- Early exposure and mentorship can cultivate exceptional young musicianship in traditional genres.
Nora Brown's Early Music Journey
- Nora Brown started learning old-time music with Shlomo Pesco on the ukulele and then transitioned to the fretless banjo.
- She learned banjo from others after he passed away, showing early dedication to her craft.
Nora Brown's Moving Banjo Performance
- Nora Brown performed "The Very Day I'm Gone," a traditional song by 80 Gram, capturing deep emotion with her fretless banjo at St. Augustine Church.
- Her performance was movingly praised as "beautiful" and powerful by Jad Abumrad.