America's Music Legacy. Country & Western
Description
Rock-a-billy is one of the earliest styles of rock and roll music; bluegrass was inspired by the music of Appalachia; and country music has its roots in American folk and Western music. All three are distinctively American. "America's Music Legacy" showcases musical legends from each genre, performing the songs that continue to attract and entice the whole world, because they truly are the best of all that is America. The program is hosted by Gene Weed and features performances by Razzy Bailey, Patti Page, Moe Bandy, Jerry Lee Lewis, Ricky Skaggs, and many more.
Runtime
115 min
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Date of Publication
[2013], c2010
Database
Films on Demand
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