Thank you for this wonderful video presentation--in 1965, I was only 14 and didn't drive yet--but if I did, I would've been there. Of course, I eventually DID get to see all of these artists (except Clyde Moody) many times in the 70s right up till today at the festivals and concerts...thank you again!
Nice documentary. I met Carlton Haney at Bass Mountain, NC years ago along with his wife, daughter Bonnie, and some of his Grandchildren. Carlton could sure tell some interesting stories. His wife told of the meals that she would cook for the festival folk. I miss them and grateful for their contribution to the music that I love so much.
I remember it well, I was there in 1965 with my daddy, he played music off stage with nearly every bluegrass band that was there at Cantrell’s Horse farm, bluegrass festival. Some of the best bluegrass music was played off stage at there buses and at the picnic tables setup in parking area for the buses. Returned in 1966 and 1967. That also set the stage for bluegrass music festivals all across America. Times like the first bluegrass festivals in America can never be replicated.
Sitting here watching this with my friend the son of Mr Cantrell where the first festival was held. He was 14 years old at the time and remembers it all well. He remembers helping build the stage and watching over the hastily built dressing rooms.
You might want to reach out to Peggy Crosson in Fincastle or George Honeycutt. They were both involved in making the video and I think the poster I used might have come from her. eBay could also be a possible source.
Carlton told me that there was home movie footage and I knew there was audio tape....so happy to see and hear some of it neary 50 years after hearing about it....
Thanks, hope you enjoyed the video. Have you seen my newest documentary about Reno and Smiley? Here's a link on TH-cam: th-cam.com/video/gWrjcsfHn68/w-d-xo.html
Haven't watched this video yet, but I'm really curious, I played fiddle for Monroe at that festival. In the opening photo of the video that's me standing next to Monroe.
To think that from all the corners of the world all kinds of music can be seen. Websites have their positive. And we have free will to stay away from the negative website. Just saying. Now to listen to some music
Thank you for this wonderful video presentation--in 1965, I was only 14 and didn't drive yet--but if I did, I would've been there. Of course, I eventually DID get to see all of these artists (except Clyde Moody) many times in the 70s right up till today at the festivals and concerts...thank you again!
Wow, seeing Phil Zimmerman really struck a chord with me. I miss him and spent some time with him in the mid 2010s at banjo camp north!
We’ve done Galax a couple times and a Raleigh outdoor experience that became an indoor event due to rain. We love it!👍👍
Bill started it all, that's the reason he will always be
Known as the undisputed Father of Bluegrass Music.
Glad you enjoyed the video. Just put up a new one about Flatt and Scruggs.
Nice documentary. I met Carlton Haney at Bass Mountain, NC years ago along with his wife, daughter Bonnie, and some of his Grandchildren. Carlton could sure tell some interesting stories. His wife told of the meals that she would cook for the festival folk. I miss them and grateful for their contribution to the music that I love so much.
I could listen to Fred Bartenstein all day long. Thanks to Carlton Haney for inventing this event.
I remember it well, I was there in 1965 with my daddy, he played music off stage with nearly every bluegrass band that was there at Cantrell’s Horse farm, bluegrass festival. Some of the best bluegrass music was played off stage at there buses and at the picnic tables setup in parking area for the buses. Returned in 1966 and 1967. That also set the stage for bluegrass music festivals all across America. Times like the first bluegrass festivals in America can never be replicated.
Also there with my dad. I was only 8 years old, but I was already into the music.
Sitting here watching this with my friend the son of Mr Cantrell where the first festival was held. He was 14 years old at the time and remembers it all well. He remembers helping build the stage and watching over the hastily built dressing rooms.
Of course I met Mr Cantrell when we interviewed him for the video. He was a great guy. Give my best to his son.
Thanks for responding. I have searched high and low for a poster from the event. I thought he might like as he says he doesn’t have anything from it.
You might want to reach out to Peggy Crosson in Fincastle or George Honeycutt. They were both involved in making the video and I think the poster I used might have come from her. eBay could also be a possible source.
@@ScenicBliss thank you I will. I keep checking eBay, but no luck.
Great video!!! Thank-you for posting , Mike.
Carlton told me that there was home movie footage and I knew there was audio tape....so happy to see and hear some of it neary 50 years after hearing about it....
Thanks so much great music
Thanks, hope you enjoyed the video. Have you seen my newest documentary about Reno and Smiley? Here's a link on TH-cam: th-cam.com/video/gWrjcsfHn68/w-d-xo.html
Haven't watched this video yet, but I'm really curious, I played fiddle for Monroe at that festival. In the opening photo of the video that's me standing next to Monroe.
Good video!
Top History - Thanks.
Thanks, glad you liked it. I think you’ll enjoy my Flatt & Scruggs video also on my channel.
To think that from all the corners of the world all kinds of music can be seen. Websites have their positive. And we have free will to stay away from the negative website. Just saying. Now to listen to some music
Hi friends, Pilatti
Carlton Haney could talk the horns off of a Billy goat.