MARQUETTE, MI – Join Phil and Annette Watts for a look into the life and times and traditional music of the original Carter Family on Tuesday, February 11 at 7:00 pm in the Peter White Public Library Community room.
In 1927, A.P., Sara, and Maybelle Carter, drove a borrowed Model-A Ford 23 miles over rough mountain roads from Maces Spring, Virginia to Bristol, Tennessee. There they recorded six Appalachian traditional songs for Mr. Ralph Peer of the Victor Recording Company. Many consider this to be the “Big Bang” of a music style that developed into folk, country, and bluegrass. Many performers were schooled on Carter Family songs such as Keep On The Sunny Side, Worried Man Blues, and I’ve Been Gathering Flowers on The Hillside.
The Watts Family’s interactive workshop will focus on the history of the original Carter Family and their musical styles and harmony. The multi-media event will present slides, samples of early Carter Family recordings, and an opportunity to sing along on several of the original Carter Family songs. This will be an evening of fun for all ages.
There is no admission charge thanks to sponsorship by the Carroll Paul Memorial Trust Fund. Call 226-4318 or visit www.pwpl.info for more information.
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