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Deciphering Doc Watson at the Appalachian Theatre

August 19, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Photo Credit: Matt Sellers

“Deciphering Doc Watson” Arthel “Doc” Watson was one of the greatest guitarists the world has ever seen. His lightning-fast guitar licks and smooth baritone voice earned him international recognition and 8 Grammy awards. When he emerged on the national music scene during the Folk Revival of the 1960’s he was billed as a pure folk artist who learned his repertoire from his forefathers on the front porch. While Doc performed many songs passed down from family, he also learned songs from the radio and records. In this talk, we will explore Doc’s life, influences, style and look at his legacy. This lecture will be a mix of music, film, family stories, and ethnomusicology.

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Date:
August 19, 2023
Time:
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost:
Registration Required
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Website:
https://www.apptheatre.org/events-and-tickets/deciphering-doc-watson

Venue

Appalachian Theatre of the High Country
559 West King Street
Boone, NC 28607 United States
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(828) 865-3000
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