David Holt's State of Music

TV SERIES 2016 5 SEASONS

Overview

David Holt plays tunes and talks with modern masters of traditional music in Appalachia, showcasing not just the music but also the countryside that gave it life. Shot entirely on location, the program puts its featured performers in the context of the countryside that nurtured their musical traditions.

This production, originally released in 2016, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Documentary series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Documentary genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 9.0 across its 5 seasons.

Storyline Highlights:
• Explores themes within Documentary.
• Produced in United States of America.
• Original Language: English.

Starring Cast

David Holt

Self - Host

Seasons

Season 1

4 Episodes • Aired 2016-04-01

No season overview provided for this season.

Season 2

8 Episodes • Aired 2017-04-08

Season 2 showcases top acoustic performers of traditional music filmed on location in the Southern Appalachian mountains. Featured artists include the Steep Canyon Rangers, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, the Kruger Brothers, Mipso, Laurelyn Dossett, Dom Flemons, Amythyst Kiah, Rayna Gellert, Alice Gerrard, and the St. John AME Zion Unity Choir. The season finale, recorded live onstage, features Rhiannon Giddens, Dirk Powell, Jason Sypher, Balsam Range, Josh Goforth, and The Branchettes.

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