This No. 1 country hit from 1953 became all the more heartbreaking after tragedy struck days after its release.

Students of the Cowan Creek Mountain Music School perform a recital at the Appalshop Solar Pavilion. (Photo: Rebecca Stern) In the halls of Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College during the ...

In Johnson County, traditional Appalachian music stands as one of our strongest cultural assets. This music came here with early Scottish and Irish settlers and it evolved into a unique style that has ...

Fire In The Mountains has announced another kickass line-up addition to their 2026 edition: the exclusive 2026 US reunion ...

Each a virtuoso in their own right, longtime friends and Wu Fei and Abigail Washburn team up for a tradition-blending debut album of folk music. Chinese Folk Music Meets Appalachian Tradition On 'Wu ...

To truly appreciate the history of Asheville's role in the birth of country music, you must understand its roots.

The Arcata Playhouse will welcome The Local Honeys, a dynamic duo from Kentucky, for an evening of traditional Appalachian music on Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. With their powerful harmonies, masterful ...

The Southern Appalachians are home to a range of distinctive practices in the areas of music, dance, crafting, and visual art. Our mission is to educate students about the history, techniques, and ...

Old-time banjoist Nora Brown, 17, performs traditional Appalachian music that has been passed down through generations. The Brooklyn native sings about people struggling on the farm, fighting for ...

Aug. 31—The Happy Valley Fiddlers Convention, one of North Carolina's most cherished music festivals, is back for its final gathering. The free event, known for its exceptional showcase of traditional ...

The Mountain Music School at Mountain Empire Community College is dedicated to preserving the traditional sounds of Southwest Virginia by passing them down to younger generations. The week-long ...

“It’s something they can do their whole lives and they can pass on. They may not follow the path of all traditional music, but if they can make their lives better and make themselves feel better ...