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The New Old-Timers.

In this article the author reflects on the popularity of the banjo. He discusses the banjo in popular culture as well as various historical stereotypes associated with banjos and banjo players. He explores the roots of banjo playing in southern Appalachian states and stereotypes associated with impo...

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Published in:Southwest Review Vol. 95; no. 1/2; pp. 89 - 116
Main Author: Davis, Wes
Format: Article
Published: Southern Methodist University 2010
Subjects:
Banjo
Banjoists
Bluegrass music
Rural conditions
Flatt & Scruggs (Performer)
Father-child relationship
Banjo playing
Musical instrument techniques
Appalachian Region
Online Access:View this record in EBSCOhost
Summary:In this article the author reflects on the popularity of the banjo. He discusses the banjo in popular culture as well as various historical stereotypes associated with banjos and banjo players. He explores the roots of banjo playing in southern Appalachian states and stereotypes associated with impoverished rural communities. The author discusses the role of the banjo in his relationship with his father, the band Flatt and Scruggs, and instructional banjo workshops.