Today is a special day for those of us who love bluegrass music. Back on September 13, 1911, on a farm near Rosine , Kentucky
Did you know that Earl Scruggs and Lester Flatt played in Bill Monroe’s band from 1945 to 1948, which gave them a start in the music industry? Some of the other musicians that got their start in Bill Monroe’s band are Carter Stanley, Sonny Osbourne, Vassar Clements, and Ricky Skaggs. The farm where he was born is now the site of huge yearly bluegrass festival and also the site of “The Cumberland Highlanders” TV show that televises bluegrass music and the show I watch every Saturday night at 20:30 on RFDTV.
Here is link to one of my favorite songs that he did. He sings the first part slow then ups the tempo:
http://youtu.be/ffhqOy_A8KM
He has won so many awards and his music has influenced other types of music from county and western to rock. I have told you before, that my satellite radio is tuned permanently to the bluegrass station. I love bluegrass, but do enjoy other types of music, also.
You all have a good day today and listen to some bluegrass, and I am sure your foot will be tapping to the music..
I love bluegrass music, and especially the old performers such as Bill Monroe and Ralph Stanley. Maybe when I get settled in my house I can check out and find a permanent bluegrass station or TV program. In Asheville I watched Song of the Mountains from Marion VA every Sat., but haven't found anything like it since.
ReplyDeleteI juat checked out the DirectTV package I'm planning to order, and RFDTV is in the lineup! Also will have a Bluegrass music station and a Honky Tonk music station! Yee-haw
ReplyDeleteGypsy, if you will have satellite or cable, make sure it includes the RFDTV channel. They have a lot of old time C&W and Bluegrass shows. Two on Saturday night are Reno's Old Time Music Festival, the Marty Stuart Show, and the Cumberland Highlanders, along with a lot of county music. I like the country’s family reunion, Larry’s country diner, and a lot more. I highly recommend RFDTV even if you don’t need to know what sow bellies are selling for.
ReplyDeleteMy Mom really loves bluegrass music! She and her late gentleman friend used to go to some of the festivals together!
ReplyDeleteBluegrass! Your talkin' my language Dizzy. No bluegrass station out here, but they do have a country one. Probbly cause of all the military folks stationed over here.
ReplyDeleteHermit, it is hard to be sad when you stomping your feet and smiling. That is what bluegrass does to you, except the sad songs, of course. I just love bluegrass gospel music.
ReplyDeleteHobo, I guess I am going to have to quit using initials for you guys HJ would stand for either. To bad there isn't any bluegrass out your way. Can you guys that far west receive satellite signals?
I grew up on rock and roll, but over the years have learned to enjoy sound of a fiddle and banjo.
ReplyDeleteSixbears, I enjoy all types of music, but I enjoy bluegrass the most.
ReplyDeleteI know the sports on tv is live, so their getting a satellite shot, but I haven't seen one on any private homes or property.
ReplyDeleteMy older brother plays several instruments but the banjo, guitar and mandolin were the favorites. I remember him cutting his teeth on the old bluegrass standards. My favorite for a few years has been Ricky Skagg's and Bruce Hornsby's Mandolin Rain. Hauntingly beautiful. Thanks for the history.
ReplyDeleteHobo, Probably not enough customers to warrant putting up a satellite for the middle of the Pacific.
ReplyDeletedaughterofTX, I like almost all of the blue grass performers, but James Allen Shelton is way up on top of my list, especially with this CD: https://www.cdbaby.com/cd/jashelton