Wayne Douglas Rowland

Partial Transcript: •Wayne Douglas Rowland is the president and leaseholder of Old Fort Mountain Music.

•Wayne and his girlfriend started coming to Old Fort Mountain Music when they were eighteen and eventually got married at twenty-five.

•They have been coming to Old Fort Mountain Music for over twenty years.

•Old Fort Mountain Music is like coming home, with everyone treating you like family.

•It's hard to put into words what Old Fort Mountain Music means to everyone, including Wayne.

•Old Fort Mountain Music is like an extended family, where everyone is different but loves the same.

•People come to Old Fort Mountain Music to mingle, talk, have fun, and enjoy great music.

•Traditional music is slowly slipping away, but Old Fort Mountain Music keeps the tradition alive.

•Many young musicians have started their careers at Old Fort Mountain Music before moving on to Nashville and touring the world.

•Wayne is grateful to be a part of Old Fort Mountain Music.

•Maintaining a connection with Old Fort Mountain Music is important because it feels like being at home.

•No matter how much you drive or go out with friends, nothing compares to the feeling of being at Old Fort Mountain Music.

Segment Synopsis: Old Fort Mountain Music

Keywords: Nashville; Old Fort Mountain Music; Wayne Douglas Rowland

Subjects: Wayne Douglas Rowland, president of Old Fort Mountain Music, has been coming to the venue for over twenty years and shares a strong bond with the community. The place feels like home, fostering a sense of unity and connectedness among its members. Mountain Music has been a blessing for the locals and has helped launch the careers of many musicians who have gone on to tour the world, creating a sense of pride and gratitude for the community.

Partial Transcript: •The significance of hometown connection and the feeling of home provided by Old Fort Mountain Music.

•The enjoyment of Old Fort Mountain Music all around the world.

•Regret over the closure of Old Fort Mountain Music and what will be missed.

•The sense of fellowship and happiness experienced at Old Fort Mountain Music.

•Reflection on the neglect of older folks in society and the importance of caring for them.

•The joy and energy experienced by older folks at Old Fort Mountain Music.

•The negative consequences of the closure of Old Fort Mountain Music for the residents of Old Fort.

•The role of leadership in the closure of Old Fort Mountain Music and the influence of money-focused priorities.

•The purpose of Mountain Music as a source of relaxation and escape from daily concerns for both workers and older folks.

Segment Synopsis: The Impact of Old Fort Mountain Music’s Closure on the Community

Keywords: hometown connection

Subjects: The closure of Mountain Music in Old Fort will impact the residents, especially the older generation, who find joy and a sense of belonging in the community. The town's focus on progress and money may lead to the end of this cherished gathering spot, leaving the residents without a place to relax, dance, and connect with one another.

Partial Transcript: •Mountain Music is a cherished institution that provides a sense of joy and unity for its participants.

•In today's digital age, people are less able to fully enjoy experiences due to distractions such as the internet and social media.

•Facebook friends lack the depth of bond found in the Mountain Music community, where shared experiences create a strong sense of connection.

•Although Mountain Music may relocate, it is the friendship, closeness, and bond among participants that truly define it.

•The love and desire to be a part of the Mountain Music community is what will be missed the most.

•Despite its closure, the hope is that Mountain Music will continue in the future and bring enjoyment to those who would otherwise spend their Friday nights at home.

•Mountain Music is an important part of the region's heritage, and he reflects on his own missed opportunities to appreciate it in his youth.

•As one gets older, the unity and enjoyment shared by everyone becomes more significant and worth embracing.

Segment Synopsis: Importance of Remembering Mountain Music

Keywords: social media; enjoyment

Subjects: Wayne Douglas Rowland discusses the importance and impact of Mountain Music as a source of bonding and happiness for people. Despite its closure, the memories and connections created over twenty-seven years will be cherished. He emphasizes the need to remember this institution as a part of their mountain heritage and how it has shaped their life and values.

Partial Transcript: •Living a simple life and cherishing every precious moment is the key to true enjoyment and happiness.

•Engaging in simple activities like picking green beans and listening to music can bring the most enjoyment.

•The simple life is highly valued, especially in North Carolina.

•He expresses a desire to have a simple life and appreciates the role of simplicity in his involvement with Old Fort.

Segment Synopsis: The Importance of Living a Simple Life

Keywords: North Carolina; simple life

Subjects: Wayne Douglas Rowland emphasizes the importance of cherishing every precious moment of life, highlighting the simple joys such as picking green beans and listening to music. He mentions that a simple life is the main thing in North Carolina and thanks the listener for being a part of Old Fort Mountain Music.