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Musical recording and interview with Joe Rakestraw, Athens, Georgia

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@ Walter J. Brown Media Archives and Peabody Awards Collection

Rosenbaum, Art

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Art Rosenbaum interviews Joe Rakestraw in Athens, Georgia about his early days playing music. He talks about playing fiddle at people's homes, where furniture would be moved to accommodate dancing. Songs: Every Day I Fall In Love, John Henry, Interview, Rock Of Ages (When The World's On Fire), Fiddle Tune, John Henry, Railroad Bill, Corinna, Amazing Grace, St. Louis Blues, Rag. Shortnin' Bread.

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Walter J. Brown Media Archives and Peabody Awards Collection

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Digital Library of Georgia