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Songcatchers Music Series featuring -

Dana and Susan Robinson

Sunday July 4, 2010

4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Cradle of Forestry

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Dana and Susan Robinson tastefully blen old sounds with new in their interpretations of traditional songs. They convey the feel of old-time music to original compositions as well. You'll hear two rich, intimate voices, intricate and powerful guitar and banjo playing with a handful of fiddle and mandolin thrown in. They bring to their performances an understanding of America's musical heritage and convey its significance to our culture. To learn more visit: www.robinsongs.com

The Cradle of Forestry's Songcatchers Music Series honors traditional music and the talented performers who preserve it, share it, and make it their own. Enjoy songs from ancient Appalachian ballads to vintage melodies and fiddle tunes.

A 30 minute opening performance begins at 4:00 p.m. The main concert begins after a short break at approximately 4:45 p.m. Come early and enjoy the Cradle's two interpretive trails, exhbit hall and gift shop.

Concerts take place in the sunny outdoor amphitheatre at the beginning of the Forest Festival Trail. The amphitheatre and trails are wheelchair accessible. Picnics are welcome, as are chairs between rows of amphitheatre seating. If raining, concerts are moved inside and held in the Forest Discovery Center.

Admission for this event is $6.00 for adults 16 years of age and older and $3.00 for youth under 15 years of age, and America the Beautiful and Golden Age pass holders.

For more information call the Cradle of Forestry at (828)877-3130.

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