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Black Roots

Grammy-winning musician Rhiannon Giddens explores the history of African American roots music through the stories of forgotten black pioneers.

Radio 4,3 episodes

Episodes

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Episode Three - DeFord Bailey, the harmonica and country music in Nashville
Rhiannon Giddens explores the history of African American roots music.
28 mins07 Jun 2022
Episode Two – Arnold Shultz, the banjo and bluegrass music in Kentucky.
Rhiannon Giddens explores the history of African American roots music.
28 mins31 May 2022
Episode One – Frank Johnson, Joe Thompson and the fiddle in North Carolina.
Rhiannon Giddens uncovers the history of African American roots music.
28 mins24 May 2022