The East Tennessee State University Bluegrass Pride Band is comprised of talented and award-winning student performers with many years of musical experience accounted to each member. As one of the Bluegrass, Old-Time, and Roots Music Program’s nearly 40 bands, the group has performed in seven foreign countries and at noteworthy venues including the Smithsonian National […]
The Jeff Little Trio is an award-winning group which blends the rich traditions of Appalachian music with an innovative edge. Led by Jeff Little, a virtuoso pianist and vocalist, the trio also features Steve Lewis on guitar, banjo, and vocals, and Luke Little on mandolin. From NPR to international stages, their high-energy shows have captivated […]
At age four, Ivy was given a portable record player, a Hank Williams, Sr. record, and a Jimmie Rodgers record. These days her collection of 78rpm records include every Carter Family single, and thousands of elusive bluegrass, old-time, gospel, blues, and early jazz records. Her radio career began by accident when a friend invited her […]
Reedy Creek Band formed in 1973 was one of the first bands to play at the request of Janette Carter at the original Carter Store and was the first band to play a show in the Current Carter Fold Building. The band consists of Jerry and Susie Keys, known for years with Paul Williams and […]
In August 2021, four friends came together to form the group called: “Leftover Biscuits”. The group, which provides toe-tapping old-time string music, includes life-long, seasoned-musicians: Dr. Mark Handy (banjo,vocals), Joy Patton (fiddle,vocals), Roger Stamper (guitar, vocals) and Tammy Martin (upright bass, vocals). All members have a wide and varied musical background performing and recording CDs […]