James “Bo” Taylor Cherokee dancer and storyteller, introduces the audience to Cherokee dancing, powwow dancing, dance songs, and discussion of Cherokee history, culture, and stereotypes.
Mountain Music Traditions
Max Woody – 5th Generation Chairmaker
Max Woody, a chairmaker and fiddler, talks about Old Fort Music, his long career as a master chairmaker, and his involvement with the town of Old Fort, NC.
Barbara Willis and Old Fort Mountain Music History
Barbara Willis describes the origin and growth of a music venue in her community of Old Fort, which started in a woodworking shop 25 years ago and has since become a beloved destination for people worldwide.
Elton Allison – The Legacy of Old Fort Mountain Music History
Elton Allison is a WNC bluegrass and old time musician who discusses Old Fort Mountain Music and its Impact.
A Musical Conversation with David Holt
David Holt is a musician, storyteller, and entertainer. He discusses his life, his music, and the people who have influenced his career.
David Wiseman Tour of Carolina Theatre
Local musician, David Wiseman gives a tour of the historic Carolina Theatre in Spruce Pine, NC
Wayne Douglas Rowland
Wayne Douglas Rowland was the President of Old Fort Mountain Music. He discusses the closure of the nearly 30th year old musical institution.
May Woody- Old Fort Mtn Music
The Journey of Harmony: A Chairmaker’s Melody. Max Woody talks about Old Fort Mountain Music and making chairs.
Mike Ennis
Mike Ennis, is a native of Old Fort and expresses concern about the disappearance of traditional ways of life in the mountains of North Carolina and the closure of Old Fort Mountain Music.
Betty Smith Interview
Betty Smith, acclaimed ballad singer, discusses her personal history as well as ballad traditions.
Marc Pruett and Darren Nicholson Musical Conversation
Marc Pruett and Darren Nicholson are Grammy award-winning musicians who were bandmates in Balsam Range, an award-winning bluegrass band.