Appalachia Meets World Episode 124 - A Dancin’ Culture in Appalachia with Phil Jamison

"The history of these music and dance traditions is intertwined with the history of the culture of the (Appalachian) region, and an understanding of one sheds a light on the other." (Hoedowns, Reels and Frolics: Roots and Branches of Southern Appalachian Dance). 

In this episode Will and Neil sit down with Phil Jamison, a world renowned musician, dancer and dance caller.  A musician first, for multiple decades Phil has also taught and called dances all over the world - with many accolades and two Hall of Fame inductions under his belt.  As Phil suggests, you can't have dance without the music and vice versa - further describing what makes dance such a big part of the culture of Appalachia.  Take a listen as he speaks on the history of dance in the region, how it has evolved over the years and what makes it so special to him.  You might even hear Neil describe his own dance ability (or lack thereof) and what exercise equipment brings back fond memories.  Also, don't forget the #AppBiz of the week: Fright Nights (West Virginia)!

Phil Jamison - www.philjamison.com 

Green Grass Cloggers - www.greengrasscloggers.com 

Hoedowns, Reels and Frolics: Roots and Branches of Southern Appalachian Dance - www.press.uillinois.edu/books/?id=p080814 

The New Southern Ramblers - www.blueridgeheritage.com/artist/new-southern-ramblers/ 

Blue Ridge Music HOF - https://wilkesheritagemuseum.com/blue-ridge-music-hall-of-fame 

America's Clogging HOF - www.achf.us/ 

The Swannanoa Gathering - https://swangathering.com/ 

Square Dance History Project - https://squaredancehistory.org/ 

Thomas Maupin (Buck Dancer) - www.arts.gov/honors/heritage/thomas-maupin 

App News: 

ARCH2 (Hydrogen HUB) - www.arch2hub.com/ 

Hydrogen HUB "Caution" - https://kentuckylantern.com/2023/10/16/so-many-ways-hydrogen-can-go-wrong-hub-announcements-viewed-with-caution/ 

Virtual "Opioid Belt" - https://irjci.blogspot.com/2023/10/newly-released-data-reveals-virtual.html 

#AppBiz:

Fright Nights (#1 Haunted Attraction in West Virginia) - www.frightnightswv.com