Record #:

28540

Author(s):

Turk, John

Abstract:

The Young Men’s Institute Band of Asheville and their history is detailed. Started by George Vanderbilt in 1893, the YMI served African American men and boys who helped construct the Biltmore Estate. The instrumental makeup of the band, their performances, their style of music, and their place in American music history are detailed.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 13 Issue 8, August 2016, p42

Subject(s):

Vanderbilt, George Washington II, 1862-1914; Musicians--African American; Music--North Carolina--History and criticism; Asheville--History