Lectures, Classes & Seminars, Blues/Roots/International, Country/Folk

“Molding the Piedmont Sound”

When: Thu., Feb. 18, 6:30-7:45 p.m. 2016

Michael Scoggins, Historian, Culture & Heritage Museums Mr. Scoggins will discuss African American folk music in the Carolina Piedmont during from the late 18th century to the early 20th century and explore its roots in both African and European folk music traditions, as well as how white and black musicians in the Carolinas learned from each other and were influenced by each other.

Price: Free