Music of the Original Carter Family

Historical music performer Steve Ball presents the life and recordings of the famous Carter Family, who were part of the "Big Bang" of what is known today as country music. Their career lasted sixteen years, and to this day continues to leave its mark on American music. Hear their history from the formation of the trio and their audition at "The Bristol Sessions," to popularity that was seemingly snatched away at the zenith of their career. Learn about the songs, many of which came from the middle of the nineteenth century, and the background and lives of what today is considered one of the most powerful additions to American music in the past one hundred years.