David Holt's State of Music

Tunes and stories from masters of traditional music recorded on location around the South.

Episodes

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    Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley

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    The electrifying duo of Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley visit with host David Holt.
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    Sam Bush

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    David visits with Sam Bush on location near Nashville, TN.
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    Onstage!

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    Recorded live concert features Rhiannon Giddens, Balsam Range and more.
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    Dom Flemons and David Holt

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    David visits with “American Songster” and Carolina Chocolate Drops founder Dom Flemons.
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    Doyle Lawson and the St. John Unity Choir

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    Visit with the legendary Doyle Lawson, and hear music from the St. John Unity Choir.
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    The Kruger Brothers

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    Enjoy a visit with the Kruger Brothers, Swiss-born masters of American bluegrass.
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    Amythyst Kiah and Mipso

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    Hear music from breakout artist Amythyst Kiah and the young band Mipso.
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    Wayne Henderson and Jeff Little

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    Hear music from Wayne Henderson and Jeff Little and visit Wayne’s guitar-making workshop.
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    At Glencoe Mill

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    David Holt meets with bluegrass legends.

About David Holt's State of Music

"David Holt's State of Music" features music from emerging young artists as well as veteran masters. Shot entirely on location in North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and South Carolina, the series showcases the musical heritage and scenic beauty of Southern Appalachia while introducing viewers to bluegrass, roots music, blues, new acoustic, and gospel music genres.

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