OzarksWatch Video Magazine  Ozarks Traditional Women Fiddlers

Violet Hensley, Violet Long, and Ruth Hawkins demonstrate the traditions of fiddle music. Details

 

Program: OzarksWatch Video Magazine

Episode: Ozarks Traditional Women Fiddlers

Music has always played an important role in our developing Ozarks culture. Perhaps no other instrument played a more significant role in the evolution of Ozarks music than the fiddle. Until recent years, fiddle music was a man's occupation or pursuit. Fiddle playing was considered un-ladylike, and in some circles fiddle music was considered as evil.

Duration: (28:30)
Premiere Date: 01/21/2010
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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