You're exactly right! But he's a real musician, and he appreciates all kinds of music, especially from doing this, so it's really great there are still people like this!
David Holt came to Johnston Elementary school in Asheville NC in the mid to late 70's , I know because I was a student at Johnston elementary school. I loved David's stories and banjo music, ! Now that I'm 43 I really appreciate his talent and love for the mountains of Western North Carolina and the history, I've pledge myself to learn the banjo and spread the history. Great job David, thank you your influence and lets keep rocking our history! THANK YOU DAVID!!!!!!
I wish that I could show the love for Appalachia that Mr Holt does. I was terrified when Mr Doc starting getting older there would be no one. .... But there is someone very special.
I used to see David Holt play at Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, NC for summer guest period. That was 30+ years ago, and still remember how good he was.
I think I speak on behalf of the people who attended David's performance here in Ireland, at the 19th annual Bluegrass Festival in Omagh, Co.Tyrone, and I would just like to say that it was one of the most impressive and passionate performances I've ever witnessed. I sincerely hope that was not the last time the people of Ireland hear David Holt live!
My grandpa was born in Rogersville Tenn. He made violins he could play a mean banjo,he could play the spoons, a mouth harp, and mean harmonica. He was a Hamblen . Hamblen county was named after them I love this old music. Everytime I would visit him with my mamma I would beg him to play me some of his .music and songs he knew. We are prolly distant cousins sir!
Full agreement here on the Omagh festival comments-Laura Boosinger and Josh Goforth are also fantastic performers in their own right. Hope they all come back again.
@TravelingFolkGuitar It's not often that acts get a full standing ovasion in the main marquee during the afternoon sessions, (at least I haven't seen so). So it would be a shame to think he won't be back, and I know again I would speak for all who attended. Professional, Encouraging, Contented are just some of the words to describe this man..
Does anyone have a a copy of the audio for the old taily bone album? That story and the haunting song about the sioux war are what I've been looking for to no avail. It was issued around 1986 I think?
I really disagree. I think he's done quite a bit to preserve the old time music from around round peak and the surrounding areas. In todays' world where kids would rather do the Harlem Shake, than listen to true music, that takes a lot of effort. In my opinion at least.
heh, i live in appalaciaand don't know where to get a mouthbow ;). However we havea lot of fleamarkets around "These parts" i spos'n i could find one if'n i wanted. smirk.
I have no problem with anyone preserving the music, but he's really self-centered. I've heard the stories from backstage that were particularly revealing about his character. Holt would kick Doc's caretaker out of the dressing rooms at shows, but if Doc ever started to lose his head onstage, he'd turn to the caretaker to fix it for him. So it comes as no surprise to me that Holt wasn't invited to Doc Watson's funeral.
You're exactly right! But he's a real musician, and he appreciates all kinds of music, especially from doing this, so it's really great there are still people like this!
David Holt came to Johnston Elementary school in Asheville NC in the mid to late 70's , I know because I was a student at Johnston elementary school. I loved David's stories and banjo music, ! Now that I'm 43 I really appreciate his talent and love for the mountains of Western North Carolina and the history, I've pledge myself to learn the banjo and spread the history. Great job David, thank you your influence and lets keep rocking our history! THANK YOU DAVID!!!!!!
I wish that I could show the love for Appalachia that Mr Holt does.
I was terrified when Mr Doc starting getting older there would be no one. .... But there is someone very special.
Love reading about how he came to everyone's schools. My mom got him to come to my elementary and it was so awesome. Still have a pic from it!
David is a legend.
You're a tribute to Appalachia - great gift and kind heart
I used to see David Holt play at Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, NC for summer guest period. That was 30+ years ago, and still remember how good he was.
Wow, never thought I'd see Michael Manrig and David Holt play together. Awesome combination!
I think I speak on behalf of the people who attended David's performance here in Ireland, at the 19th annual Bluegrass Festival in Omagh, Co.Tyrone, and I would just like to say that it was one of the most impressive and passionate performances I've ever witnessed. I sincerely hope that was not the last time the people of Ireland hear David Holt live!
Excellent! So sorry for the loss of your Daughter…God Bless…
What a GREAT storyteller!! Loved this TED! :)
David
My grandpa was born in Rogersville Tenn. He made violins he could play a mean banjo,he could play the spoons, a mouth harp, and mean harmonica. He was a Hamblen . Hamblen county was named after them I love this old music. Everytime I would visit him with my mamma I would beg him to play me some of his .music and songs he knew. We are prolly distant cousins sir!
long live old time,and people like Dave
Steel Guitar Blues....love it!! Great going David. Keep 'em coming.
Amazing guy still
He came to my school today and perform!
He came to my school in 1984 when i was 8 and performed. He is a treasure. And he doesn't look a day different in this video as he did 35 years ago
I wish David Holt would do a show like this at Merlefest
This guy and his music are AMAZING! Check it out!
this should so be featured on the home page...
Wow... This is amazing...
Full agreement here on the Omagh festival comments-Laura Boosinger and Josh Goforth are also fantastic performers in their own right. Hope they all come back again.
i love listen to this
I saw DH live today in Jonesborough, Tn
At the international story telling center
@TravelingFolkGuitar It's not often that acts get a full standing ovasion in the main marquee during the afternoon sessions, (at least I haven't seen so). So it would be a shame to think he won't be back, and I know again I would speak for all who attended. Professional, Encouraging, Contented are just some of the words to describe this man..
Yeah, he's an awesome bass player.
Very Awesome!
That's good stuff right there..
@damontoney I have been trying to find my old tapes of him! you are right! it's good old storytelling!
been to mt airey...cool place i lived in sw va awesome place
I love Michael Manring.
Does anyone have a a copy of the audio for the old taily bone album? That story and the haunting song about the sioux war are what I've been looking for to no avail. It was issued around 1986 I
think?
I do, but since it is so long ago that you wrote, you have probably found it by now.
He came to my school
You're either not listening to it that well or your speakers are in need of an upgrade, because they did (though it was quite low). ^.^
i love Michael Manrings music.
COOL VIDEO.
Why isn't thunderwear an option for our Wii game consoles?
Or the Wii U!
I really disagree. I think he's done quite a bit to preserve the old time music from around round peak and the surrounding areas. In todays' world where kids would rather do the Harlem Shake, than listen to true music, that takes a lot of effort. In my opinion at least.
Oh snap! that a d4 drum brain he's using.
In fact I never saw an instrument he could not play!
heh, i live in appalaciaand don't know where to get a mouthbow ;). However we havea lot of fleamarkets around "These parts" i spos'n i could find one if'n i wanted.
smirk.
DID YOU SAY TURN LOUDED ???????
10:03 good song
@elphish12 an awesome, inspiring story! i hope to see him some day :)
that’s a funny version of Black Eyed Susan haha
holy crap michael manring!
Good news!
Chariot's comin'!
how did Suzie get the black eye?
lol it's michael manring that was a shock
I wonder how suzzy got that black eye.
Grandpa Jones @ 4:29 ♡♡
YEE HAW COWBOY!
I think that mouth bow produces a sound simmilar to the aborigonal diggere doo.
Correction: That's DOCTOR Ralph Stanley! =]
I have no problem with anyone preserving the music, but he's really self-centered. I've heard the stories from backstage that were particularly revealing about his character. Holt would kick Doc's caretaker out of the dressing rooms at shows, but if Doc ever started to lose his head onstage, he'd turn to the caretaker to fix it for him. So it comes as no surprise to me that Holt wasn't invited to Doc Watson's funeral.
Not so much the stories and songs of Appalachia. More like the stories and songs of David Holt.
first?
PRYOU HURT HER AND YOU ARE DEAS !!!!!!!OBLY !!!!!!! GREAT !!!!!!!LETBE TERRY !!!!!!!
Talented guy, but completely full of himself. I don't think he's ever worked a day in his life. Instead, he just rode Doc Watson's coattails to fame.