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Back to the Earth: A Brief Study of Music in Appalachia
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- Retting, Jake
- Cox, Ricky
Back to the Earth: A Brief Study of Music in Appalachia
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Retting, Jake
- Cox, Ricky
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Back to the Earth: A Brief Study of Music in Appalachia, Audio
- Creator
- Retting, Jake
- Cox, Ricky
Back to the Earth: A Brief Study of Music in Appalachia, Audio
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Retting, Jake
- Cox, Ricky
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Swimming in the Branch: The Memoirs of Christine Wheeling Akers
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- Akers, Christine
- Akers, Danielle
Swimming in the Branch: The Memoirs of Christine Wheeling Akers
In this project, Danielle Akers interviewed her grandmother Christine Akers, who was born February 2, 1941 in Fagg, Virginia. The interview was conducted in Shawsville, Virginia and covered, among other topics, music, religion, musical instruments, local history, family, and food.
Among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Akers, Christine
- Akers, Danielle
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Lonzie Alderman: Forty Years of Gospel
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- Clarke, Rebecca
- Alderman, Lonzie
Lonzie Alderman: Forty Years of Gospel
In this project, Rebecca Clarke interviewed musician Lonzie Alderman, who was born September 23, 1937 in Willis, Virginia. Mr. Alderman was a founding member of the gospel group The Good Intentions. The interview was conducted in Willis, Virginia and covered, among other topics, his 40 year music career, religious music, and songwriting. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Clarke, Rebecca
- Alderman, Lonzie
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Family and Faith: Baptist Traditions in Asheville, North Carolina
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- Banus, Stephanie Joy
- Banus, Elizabeth Ann
- Cox, Ricky
Family and Faith: Baptist Traditions in Asheville, North Carolina
In this project, Stephanie Banus interviewed her grandmother, Elizabeth Ann Banus in Florence, South Carolina. They spoke about the Baptist church, folk music, religious tradition, and various other things involving religion. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Banus, Stephanie Joy
- Banus, Elizabeth Ann
- Cox, Ricky
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The Life of James Walker: A Deeper Look into Life in Radford and a Significant Conversion Experience
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- Flavin, Taylor
- Walker, James
- Walker, Gaylord May
- Cox, Ricky
The Life of James Walker: A Deeper Look into Life in Radford and a Significant Conversion Experience
In this project, Taylor Flavin interviewed James, and Gaylord May Walker in their home in Radford, Virginia. During the interview, The Walkers covered such topics as religion, family, the history of Radford, music and prayer. James Walker had worked in a grocery store, been in the military and was a preacher for many years. Gaylord Walker had previously worked in the Burlington Textile Mill. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Flavin, Taylor
- Walker, James
- Walker, Gaylord May
- Cox, Ricky
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Amherst County, Virginia and he Friends that Grew up there: Sandy Tucker and Loyd Ogden
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- Tucker, Lauren
- Tucker, Sandy
- Ogden, Loyd
- Cox, Ricky
Amherst County, Virginia and he Friends that Grew up there: Sandy Tucker and Loyd Ogden
In this project, Lauren Tucker interviewed her grandfather Sandy Tucker, and his friend Loyd Ogden, both of Covesville, Virginia. The interview was conducted in their respective homes in Covesville and covered, among other topics, farming, toys, Sweet Briar College, music, clothing, and the lifelong friendship between the two. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Tucker, Lauren
- Tucker, Sandy
- Ogden, Loyd
- Cox, Ricky
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The Lives and Family History of the Vest Family: Growing Up in Giles County
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- Williams, Sherri L.
- Vest, Nelson L.
- Vest, Pauline H.
- McGuire, Cindy
The Lives and Family History of the Vest Family: Growing Up in Giles County
In this project, Sherri L. Williams interviewed Cindy McGuire, who she knew previously, and Pauline and Nelson Vest, in White Gate, Virginia. The Vests owned a funeral parlor in White Gate and spoke of running that business in such a small community, of the business being handed down generation to generation, of growing up in a farming community, working in a textile mill and other things. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Williams, Sherri L.
- Vest, Nelson L.
- Vest, Pauline H.
- McGuire, Cindy
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It's Been a Wonderful Life. - The Life of a Country Boy
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- Dillon, Kelly
- Triplett, William F.
- Cox, Ricky
It's Been a Wonderful Life. - The Life of a Country Boy
In this project, Kelly Dillon interviewed William F. Triplett, Kelly’s grandfather. The interview was held in Mr. Triplett’s home in Winchester, Virginia and covered such topics as his time in the military, family history in the Civil War, musical instruments, fishing, working in a sawmill, and more. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Dillon, Kelly
- Triplett, William F.
- Cox, Ricky
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Let's Dance: The Draws of the Square
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- Lewis, Kelsey E.
- Smith, George Jr
- Smith, George 3rd
Let's Dance: The Draws of the Square
In this project, Kelsey E. Lewis spoke with George R. Smith Jr, and George R. Smith III at the George R. Smith Community center. The interview covered topics including music, instruments, square dancing, the Meadowbrook Community, how Mr. Smith came to live in Shawsville, and other topics. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Lewis, Kelsey E.
- Smith, George Jr
- Smith, George 3rd
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Clinton Smith: A Man of Many Talents
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- Freel, Michael J.
- Smith, Clinton
- Sheppard, Darrell
Clinton Smith: A Man of Many Talents
In this project Michael J. Freel interviewed Clinton Smith, an instrument maker and renaissance man in Montgomery County, Virginia. During the interview, Mr. Smith spoke of making 100 fiddles and 2 banjos, planning on trying to remake the steam engine more efficiently, being interested in harnessing the power of magnets, the manufacture of gasoline, his father’s business of making railroad ties and mining supports, and many other things. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Freel, Michael J.
- Smith, Clinton
- Sheppard, Darrell
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Family and Faith: Baptist Traditions in Asheville, North Carolina, Audio
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- Banus, Stephanie Joy
- Banus, Elizabeth Ann
- Cox, Ricky
Family and Faith: Baptist Traditions in Asheville, North Carolina, Audio
In this project, Stephanie Banus interviewed her grandmother, Elizabeth Ann Banus in Florence, South Carolina. They spoke about the Baptist church, folk music, religious tradition, and various other things involving religion. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Banus, Stephanie Joy
- Banus, Elizabeth Ann
- Cox, Ricky
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The Lives and Family History of the Vest Family: Growing Up in Giles County, Audio Part 1
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- Williams, Sherri L.
- Vest, Nelson L.
- Vest, Pauline H.
- McGuire, Cindy
The Lives and Family History of the Vest Family: Growing Up in Giles County, Audio Part 1
In this project, Sherri L. Williams interviewed Cindy McGuire, who she knew previously, and Pauline and Nelson Vest, in White Gate, Virginia. The Vests owned a funeral parlor in White Gate and spoke of running that business in such a small community, of the business being handed down generation to generation, of growing up in a farming community, working in a textile mill and other things. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Williams, Sherri L.
- Vest, Nelson L.
- Vest, Pauline H.
- McGuire, Cindy
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The Lives and Family History of the Vest Family: Growing Up in Giles County, Audio Part 2
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- Williams, Sherri L.
- Vest, Nelson L.
- Vest, Pauline H.
- McGuire, Cindy
The Lives and Family History of the Vest Family: Growing Up in Giles County, Audio Part 2
In this project, Sherri L. Williams interviewed Cindy McGuire, who she knew previously, and Pauline and Nelson Vest, in White Gate, Virginia. The Vests owned a funeral parlor in White Gate and spoke of running that business in such a small community, of the business being handed down generation to generation, of growing up in a farming community, working in a textile mill and other things. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Williams, Sherri L.
- Vest, Nelson L.
- Vest, Pauline H.
- McGuire, Cindy
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The Lives and Family History of the Vest Family: Growing Up in Giles County, Audio Part 3 (Song)
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- Williams, Sherri L.
- Vest, Nelson L.
- Vest, Pauline H.
- McGuire, Cindy
The Lives and Family History of the Vest Family: Growing Up in Giles County, Audio Part 3 (Song)
In this project, Sherri L. Williams interviewed Cindy McGuire, who she knew previously, and Pauline and Nelson Vest, in White Gate, Virginia. The Vests owned a funeral parlor in White Gate and spoke of running that business in such a small community, of the business being handed down generation to generation, of growing up in a farming community, working in a textile mill and other things. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Williams, Sherri L.
- Vest, Nelson L.
- Vest, Pauline H.
- McGuire, Cindy
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Funny Stories I Married Into: The Funny Side of White Mountain
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- Jewell, Teresa Stutso
- Mullins, Ella Jean
- Jewell, Shelby
- Jewell, Elbert "Ebby" Jr.
Funny Stories I Married Into: The Funny Side of White Mountain
In this project, Teresa Stutso Jewell asked members of her family to tell stories. These stories provide a personal accounting of their lives and include topics such as playing music, hunting, and just living life in general. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Jewell, Teresa Stutso
- Mullins, Ella Jean
- Jewell, Shelby
- Jewell, Elbert "Ebby" Jr.
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The Common Communicators: Musicians in Appalachia
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- Marye, Jennifer
- Elswick, Don
- Elswick, Manny
The Common Communicators: Musicians in Appalachia
In this project, Jennifer Marye interviewed Don and Manny Elswick, of Tazewell, Virginia. The Elswicks are musicians and play as a duo and use mandolin, guitar and piano in their act. The interview was conducted to learn more about why they play music, what they hope the listener gains from it, how they got their start playing, and what it is like playing in a family band. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Marye, Jennifer
- Elswick, Don
- Elswick, Manny
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The Life of James Walker: A Deeper Look into Life in Radford and a Significant Conversion Experience, Audio Part 1
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- Flavin, Taylor
- Walker, James
- Walker, Gaylord May
- Cox, Ricky
The Life of James Walker: A Deeper Look into Life in Radford and a Significant Conversion Experience, Audio Part 1
In this project, Taylor Flavin interviewed James, and Gaylord May Walker in their home in Radford, Virginia. During the interview, The Walkers covered such topics as religion, family, the history of Radford, music and prayer. James Walker had worked in a grocery store, been in the military and was a preacher for many years. Gaylord Walker had previously worked in the Burlington Textile Mill. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Flavin, Taylor
- Walker, James
- Walker, Gaylord May
- Cox, Ricky
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The Life of James Walker: A Deeper Look into Life in Radford and a Significant Conversion Experience, Audio Part 2
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- Flavin, Taylor
- Walker, James
- Walker, Gaylord May
- Cox, Ricky
The Life of James Walker: A Deeper Look into Life in Radford and a Significant Conversion Experience, Audio Part 2
In this project, Taylor Flavin interviewed James, and Gaylord May Walker in their home in Radford, Virginia. During the interview, The Walkers covered such topics as religion, family, the history of Radford, music and prayer. James Walker had worked in a grocery store, been in the military and was a preacher for many years. Gaylord Walker had previously worked in the Burlington Textile Mill. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Flavin, Taylor
- Walker, James
- Walker, Gaylord May
- Cox, Ricky
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Unusual Methods in Appalachian Fiddle Making. Negative Views of Fiddle Players Among Mountain Peoples
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- Decker, Jason
- Barr, Tom
- Bartlett, Ted
- Foster, Dan
Unusual Methods in Appalachian Fiddle Making. Negative Views of Fiddle Players Among Mountain Peoples
In this project, Jason Decker interviewed Tom Barr and Ted Bartlett in Barr’s Fiddle Shop in Galax, Virginia, and Dan Foster in his luthier workshop in Blacksburg, Virginia. The interview covered topics including various trends in instrument making, regional preferences for fiddles and cellos, and various ornamentation used on fiddles. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Decker, Jason
- Barr, Tom
- Bartlett, Ted
- Foster, Dan
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Let's Dance: The Draws of the Square, Audio
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- Lewis, Kelsey E.
- Smith, George Jr
- Smith, George 3rd
Let's Dance: The Draws of the Square, Audio
In this project, Kelsey E. Lewis spoke with George R. Smith Jr, and George R. Smith III at the George R. Smith Community center. The interview covered topics including music, instruments, square dancing, the Meadowbrook Community, how Mr. Smith came to live in Shawsville, and other topics. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Lewis, Kelsey E.
- Smith, George Jr
- Smith, George 3rd
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A Whisper in the Mountains. A Look at the Music and People of Appalachia
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- McKenzie, Lori
- McKenzie, Mamie
- McKenzie, John P.
- Barr, Tommy
A Whisper in the Mountains. A Look at the Music and People of Appalachia
In this project, Lori McKenzie interviewed Mamie McKenzie, her father John P. McKenzie, and Tommy Barr, the owner of Barr’s Fiddle Shop about Appalachian music. The interviews focused on topics concerning how the music helps identify the Appalachian region, exposing new listeners to the music, and what the music means to Appalachians. These interviews are interesting because they provide a different perspective from many depression stories we have heard. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- McKenzie, Lori
- McKenzie, Mamie
- McKenzie, John P.
- Barr, Tommy
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Marvin Cox: A Personal History
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- Waldron, Leigh
- Cox, Marvin
Marvin Cox: A Personal History
In this project, Leigh Waldron interviewed Marvin Cox, of Floyd County. Mr. Cox spoke of his life and covered such topics as working at the Civilian Conservation Corps in Woolwine, Virginia in the 1930s, working on the family mill (Phillippine Mills), grinding corn and other grain, joining the military, living through the Great Depression, and living life in a small rural community in Floyd County, Virginia. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Waldron, Leigh
- Cox, Marvin
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Clinton Smith: A Man of Many Talents, Supplemental Audio
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- Freel, Michael J.
- Smith, Clinton
- Sheppard, Darrell
Clinton Smith: A Man of Many Talents, Supplemental Audio
(The audio in this fileIn this project by Michael J. Freel, it is included here as additional information that may be of interest to researchers.) Michael J. Freel interviewed Clinton Smith, an instrument maker and renaissance man in Montgomery County, Virginia. During the interview, Mr. Smith spoke of making 100 fiddles and 2 banjos, planning on trying to remake the steam engine more efficiently, being interested in harnessing the power of magnets, the manufacture of gasoline, his father’s business of making railroad ties and mining supports, and many other things. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Freel, Michael J.
- Smith, Clinton
- Sheppard, Darrell
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- Appalachia24
- Folklore--Appalachia
- Music.
- Oral histories--Appalachia
- Religion.7
- Death.4
- Mourning customs.4
- Instrument manufacture.3
- Mandolin.3
- Banjos2
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- Cox, Ricky9
- McGuire, Cindy4
- Vest, Nelson L.4
- Vest, Pauline H.4
- Williams, Sherri L.4
- Flavin, Taylor3
- Walker, Gaylord May3
- Walker, James3
- Banus, Elizabeth Ann2
- Banus, Stephanie Joy2
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