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      • In the hollers and hills of Appalachia, traditional music has evolved as a unique blend, heavily influenced by the Scots-Irish heritage. Sounds of the fiddle—a central instrument in Irish music—melded with indigenous tunes and the banjo, an instrument with African origins, creating a new, distinct music genre.
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  2. Apr 25, 2024 · bluegrass, in music, country and western style that emerged in the United States after World War II, a direct descendant of the old-time string-band music that had been widely played and recorded by such groups as the Carter Family from the late 1920s.

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  3. May 11, 2024 · This video explores the fascinating origins of country music, tracing its roots back to the rich tapestry of ballads nestled within the Southern Appalachian Mountains. We...

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  4. Apr 30, 2024 · Appalachia. In Appalachia, Dulé Hill explores how music can provide solace and healing. He meets a master luthier rehabilitating opioid addicts, a black folk musician, and the...

  5. Apr 29, 2024 · Inside Appalachia tells the stories of our people, and how they live today. The show is an audio tour of our rich history, food, music and culture.

  6. Apr 30, 2024 · Appalachian music, with its own rich history, has been particularly receptive to the influence of Irish tunes, sharing as it does many commonalities with Irish traditional music. Irish music’s journey into modern music has been marked by numerous collaborations where artists deftly combine genres.

  7. 5 days ago · Appalachian music is characterized by its close connection to nature, with lyrics often depicting the struggles and joys of rural life. The melodies are typically haunting and soul-stirring, reflecting the deep-rooted emotions of the people who inhabit the region.

  8. Apr 30, 2024 · From Big Ears to a PBS documentary, Amythyst Kiah and her music represent Appalachia. Hayden Dunbar. Knoxville News Sentinel. 0:05. 0:41. Appalachia is a complex, diverse region that is more than...

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