American musical icon Blake lauded in world-premiere documentary
Besides his guitar mastery, Blake also plays the mandolin, six-string banjo, fiddle, and dobro. He transcribes classic fiddle tunes for guitar, and is also a singer-songwriter, composing tunes such as “Ginseng Sullivan” and “Slow Train Through Georgia.”
After 32 albums and multiple Grammy nominations, some with his wife Nancy, Blake’s work has been celebrated on film.
On Thursday, September 4, the Back Row Film Series presents the world premiere of Green Light on the Southern: The Life and Times of Norman Blake at Rhythm & Brews. The documentary by filmmaker Fred Landry follows Blake from the early days up to Blake’s trip to Carnegie Hall for the O Brother Where Art Thou? concert.
Landry filmed interviews with musicians Sam Bush, John Hartford, Michelle Shocked, and Fletcher Bright, among others, as well as talking extensively on-camera with Blake, who also shows why he’s considered a roots-music treasure.
The event will feature by live “old time” music and remarks from filmmaker Barry Cammon.
Green Light on the Southern: The Life and Times of Norman Blake
Presented by the Back Row Film Series, Advanced Video Solutions and Nature Films
$10
6-7 p.m. Social Hour, with music by the Old Factory Pickers
7 p.m. Introduction by filmmaker Barry Cammon of Advanced Video Solutions
7:15 p.m. World Premiere of Green Light on the Southern: The Life and Times of Norman Blake
8:30 p.m. Music by the New Binkley Brothers
Rhythm & Brews, 221 Market Street
To purchase tickets in advance, call (423) 267-1218
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