2/02-2/03 AT THE RED VIC
Shows at 2pm and 4pm $12 or $20 for both days. Buy tickets online!
2/09 AT CAFE DU NORD: 8pm
SATURDAY 2/02
Talking Feet (feature)
Sprout Wings & Fly (short)
with Martha Spencer and Jackson Cunningham playing music between films
Talking Feet - Southern solo mountain dance traditions are explained and demonstrated by more than 20 dancers speaking in their own words about their craft. Dance styles covered include clogging, flatfoot, buck, hoedown and rural tap dancing. The film also touches on personal "footlature," comparisons between white and black communities, and Native American stylistic influences. (1992) Mike Seeger, Ruth Pershing 87 min
Sprout Wings & Fly celebrates North Carolina fiddler Tommy Jarrell through his own narratives and music. Jarrell's force of personality and musical talent made him something of a hero among his peers, and a point of a spiritual pilgrimage for many old-time musicians who followed. He is a joy to hear, and embodies a place and time that valued joy, community, and speaking from the heart. (1983) Les Blank, Alice Gerard, Cece Conway 30 min
Read about Martha Spencer and Jackson Cunningham on page 6.
SUNDAY 2/03
The Ralph Stanley Story (feature)
Sourwood Mountain (short)
with Town Mountain playing music between films
The Ralph Stanley Story - This film is an intimate portrait of Grammy Award winning tenor, banjo player, and bluegrass legend Ralph Stanley. Interviews with Ralph Stanley and fellow musicians touch on the early years of his career, musical roots in the Clinch Mountains of Virginia, and the death of his brother and long-time musical partner Carter Stanley. Live performances by Ralph include "Rank Stranger" and "Man of Constant Sorrow." Appearances by Larry Sparks, Ricky Skaggs, Dwight Yoakum, Patty Loveless. (2000) Herb Smith 82 min
Sourwood Mountain Dulcimers - The dulcimer is one of the oldest musical instruments in the world, and the lyrical heart of bluegrass music. In this film, revered Eastern Kentucky dulcimer player and builder I.D. Stamper swaps know-how and tunes with younger dulcimer player John McCutcheon. This brilliant documentary reveals the character, creativity, and craftsmanship of these musicians and their instruments. (1976) Gene DuBey 28 min
SATURDAY 2/09
Alt-Bluegrass Show and Screening of The New Grass
Cafe Du Nord 7:30 film 8 / 8:30pm $11 / $13
In a world where pop culture dominates the music business, shining gems still exist. Come on an adventure to the City by the Bay, where bluegrass and Americana roots live and thrive. This documentary film takes a look at the current state of bluegrass and roots, exploring its progression, while still paying homage to those that led the way for The New Grass.