Record #:

11884

Author(s):

Zug, Charles G., III

Abstract:

Sid Luck is a fifth-generation potter who carries on the traditions of generations of potters who have inhabited the Seagrove area. The family is known for producing salt-glazed pottery. Zug discusses his work and creations.

Source:

Tar Heel Junior Historian (NoCar F 251 T3x), Vol. 49 Issue 1, Fall 2009, p5-8, il

Subject(s):

Potters--Seagrove

Record #:

11885

Author(s):

Freed, Mark

Abstract:

Arthel \"Doc\" Watson of Deep Creek has been blind since the age of one. This has not prevented him from making music for over fifty years. His flatpicking style has brought a new role to the acoustic guitar in American folk music. He is one of the state's best-known, award-winning musicians.

Source:

Tar Heel Junior Historian (NoCar F 251 T3x), Vol. 49 Issue 1, Fall 2009, p9-11, il, por

Subject(s):

Musicians--Watauga County; Watson, Arthel Lane (Doc), 1923-2012

Record #:

16208

Author(s):

Wells, Mike Lightnin

Abstract:

George Higgs, Tarboro musician, was born in the small town of Speed in 1930. He began playing guitar while a teenager and later learned to sing and play harmonica. He performed with small gospel groups, toured around the states until 1998 when he was invited to sing overseas. His discography consists of Tarboro Blues (2001) and Rainy Day (2006).

Source:

Tar Heel Junior Historian (NoCar F 251 T3x), Vol. 49 Issue 1, Fall 2009, p20-23, il

Subject(s):

Blues musicians

Record #:

16209

Author(s):

Reimensnyder Duncan, Barbara

Abstract:

The Cherokee repurchased Kituhwa Mound in 1997 because legend says it was the first village over 1,000 years ago. Today, visitors can visit and see the traditional warrior dance of the AniKituhwagi, people of Kituhwa.

Source:

Tar Heel Junior Historian (NoCar F 251 T3x), Vol. 49 Issue 1, Fall 2009, p24-26, il

Subject(s):

Cherokee Indians--North Carolina--Social life and customs