Four-time Grammy award
winner David Holt traces the life and legacy of folk legend Doc Watson who
passed away on May 29, 2012 after a remarkable musical career that established
him forever as a national treasure of worldwide importance. In this lively and
entertaining special matinee performance, Holt pays tribute to his mentor with stories,
songs and historic photographs at the Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place in
downtown Asheville, Sunday, August 12, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. Joining Holt on bass
and harmony vocals is Jeff Hersk. Proceeds from the performance will benefit
longstanding Asheville tradition, Shindig on the Green.
David Holt is a
musician, storyteller, historian, television host and entertainer, dedicated to
performing and preserving traditional American music and stories. Holt began
performing with Doc Watson in 1998 and one of the duo’s first appearances was
on an hour-long UNC-TV (North Carolina PBS) program. Immediately following that
program, sponsors began calling to book the duo’s new and exciting show, titled
Hills of Home. Doc and David
toured together for fourteen years, performing several shows per month. “Having
been inspired by his music as a young man, I first met Doc in 1972,” says Holt.
“If I had to choose one mentor that I have learned the most from it would be
Doc Watson. I consider him my ‘musical father.’”
Doc Watson was an
American folk legend who left an amazing legacy of music and stories. Hailed as
one the country's greatest folk musicians, Doc carved an indelible mark into American
music and culture. To be recognized as a national treasure by President Jimmy
Carter, honored with the National Medal of the Arts by President Bill Clinton,
and given an honorary doctorate degree from the University of North Carolina
calls for being more than a fine musician and entertainer. Doc Watson received
these accolades not only for his talent but also for the honor, integrity,
humility, grace, and dignity that he displayed throughout his long and
distinguished career. While there are many, many great guitar players and
singers, there is only one Doc Watson.
For its role in
the preservation and continuation of the traditional music, dance and
storytelling heritage of the Southern Appalachian Mountains, David Holt has
named Asheville’s Shindig on the Green as the beneficiary for the proceeds from
the August 12 tribute performance. Shindig on the Green, and its sister event
the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival, are produced annually by the Folk
Heritage Committee.
To obtain
more information on A Tribute to Doc Watson with David Holt’s August
12, 2012 at Diana Wortham Theatre or to purchase tickets ($20.00), call the
theatre’s box office at (828) 257-4530 or visit www.dwtheatre.com.
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