The High Lonesome Sound

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The High Lonesome Sound (1963)

Directed by John Cohen

Documentary · 30m

The poignant songs of church-goers, miners, and farmers of Hazard in eastern Kentucky express the joys and sorrows of life among the rural poor. John Cohen of the old-time string band the New Lost City Ramblers evocatively illustrates how music and religion help Appalachians maintain their dignity and traditions in the face of change and hardship. Featuring the noted banjo picker Roscoe Holcomb.

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Crew

Director
John Cohen

Details

Release date
1963-01-01
Runtime
30m
Genres
Documentary
Original language
EN