DBL_Susanville one sheet 2012 outlines

"Every car on the highway has a story," states BRANDI HART.
Hart should know. As lead singer and co-writer for roots-music phenoms THE DIXIE BEE-LINERS, she's in the business of telling stories. "Our
latest CD Susanville is a collection of tales from the American highway... where people are going, what they've left behind, and the things
they experience along the way. It's our love letter to the open road."
Building on the tremendous success of their 2008 chart-topper RIPE, The Bee-Liners blaze a
bold new trail with Susanville - a concept album that takes listeners on a musical road trip
along America's highways and byways. The band's second full-length work, Susanville peers
into the cars and trucks in America's cities and towns, bringing to life 19 breathtaking musical
moments along America's open roads. The band employs its signature blend of
hooks and harmonies, exploring themes such as escape, adventure, memory, and regret.
"This is not your parents' concept record," explains mandolinist and co-writer BUDDY
WOODWARD. "It's a collection of short stories set to music. Each song is a vignette about a
different person in a different car or truck in a different highway in America, and they're all
headed either to or from Susanville." The album features cameo appearances by Grammywinner JOHN JORGENSON , and two tracks were co-written by The Posies' KEN STRINGFELLOW.
In 2008, The Bee-Liners quickly garnered praise for their ground-breaking album RIPE, which dazzled critics and fans alike and earned the
band four #1's on the bluegrass charts. Later that year, the band was named Roots Music Association's Bluegrass Artist of the Year, plucked
from among such luminaries as Alison Krauss and Merle Haggard, who also shared the nomination.
Known equally for her golden pipes and lead foot, the dulcet-throated BRANDI HART is a native of the Bluegrass State. Her thoughtfully
penned originals cover a surprisingly broad range, from hard-driving bluesy scorchers to ancient-toned instrumentals. A prolific songwriter,
Hart's work has been featured by ASCAP at IBMA's World of Bluegrass conference. She plays rhythm guitar, Nashville guitar, fiddle, and
mountain dulcimer... and has been known to moonlight in theater, dance, and voiceover acting!
Bluegrass veteran BUDDY WOODWARD was a founding member of seminal 90's alt.country whiz kids The Ghost Rockets, and NYC
honkytonkers Buddy Woodward & The Nitro Express ("as explosive - and polished - a hard honkytonk outfit as you'll find around New York" -Barry Mazor, The Village Voice), was a featured performer on Greg Garing's Alphabet City Opry, as well as having played with John Starling,
Steve Earle, Rosie Flores, Jim Lauderdale, The Coal Porters, Laura Cantrell, Bill Keith, Beat Rodeo, Sid Griffin, Smalltown Parade, The Jet Set,
and The Chelsea Mountain Jamboree, among many others. A gifted songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Woodward plays the mandolin,
guitar, banjo, bass, and drums.
Joining Hart and Woodward are TODD PATRICK LIVINGSTON on resophonic guitar, SAV SANKARAN on upright bass, and ZACH MONGAN on
banjo. Together, these accomplished musicians create a dynamic improvisational style, bringing jaw-dropping grit, humor, and emotion to
The Dixie Bee-Liners' live performances.
THE DIXIE BEE-LINERS are currently booking for 2012 and beyond. Inquire for rates and availability at booking@dixiebeeliners.com.
Endorsements: Saga Music/Blueridge guitars; Ratliff mandolins; The Music Link/The Loar mandolins; Kel Audio Microphones; D'Addario
Strings; NS Design Travel Basses; Folkcraft Dulcimers; Gold Tone; L.R. Baggs Electronics; Frantone Electronics; Blue Chip Picks; Emerson
Power Bridge; Bill Stokes Banjo Showcase.
Bluegrass Music: An American Tradition with Roots and Branches Around the World - Bluegrass is a form of American folk music created by
the people of Appalachia. Although the musical traditions of the British Isles are often cited as the main ancestor of bluegrass music, the story
is not quite that simple. African-Americans have also made their mark on this distinctly American musical form, with the incorporation of jazz
elements, inspirational hymns, blues and "field hollers."
Globally, bluegrass music is more popular today than at any other time in history, and The Dixie Bee-Liners explore this global history and
legacy through musical demonstrations, lecture, and Q&A. Participants will discover a musical tradition that unites music lovers worldwide.
Appalachian Flatfoot Dancing - Accompanied by traditional Appalachian instruments, Hart takes participants through the basics of this
indigenous mountain dance form. Participants will learn about the origins of flatfooting, and they'll leave with a fun-filled dance routine that
the whole family can enjoy.
Regional Music Styles of the Appalachian Mountains: Although the traditional mountain music of the Appalachians is often lumped into one
category, it is surprisingly diverse. The Dixie Bee-Liners explore the rich and varied musical styles of Kentucky, Virginia, Tennessee, and North
Carolina, from Piedmont blues to gospel, old-time, bluegrass, and country music. Participants will be exposed to typical Appalachian musical
instruments, including the banjo, American fiddle, mountain dulcimer, autoharp, harmonica, and guitar.
In addition to examining regional musical styles, this workshop takes a look at the pioneers of
Appalachian mountain music and their influence on American culture, from the 1700's up to presentday.
The Music of the Melungeons: Global Heritage, Local Mystery - This workshop examines the
fascinating cultural and musical legacy of the Melungeon people of Tennessee, Virginia, and
Kentucky.
Considered by anthropologists to be "tri-racial isolates," the Melungeon people appear to have
arrived on American soil at the end of the 18th century. Historically, some Melungeons have been
said to refer to themselves as "Portuguese" or "Indian," but mystery and speculation have
surrounded their heritage for centuries.
The Dixie Bee-Liners will take participants on an educational and musical journey through the
writings of several noted Melungeon authors. Through musical demonstration, lecture, and Q&A, the
group will also explore Melungeon musical influence within the broader tradition of Appalachian
mountain music.
Instrumental & Vocal Workshops - Participants can choose from Fiddle, Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo,
Bass, Dulcimer, Autoharp, Resophonic Guitar, Bouzouki, and Vocal Harmony workshops led by the
members of The Dixie Bee-Liners. The artists will reveal their favorite techniques, tips, and tricks, and
participants are free to ask as many questions as they like!
America's Coalfields: A Musical and Cultural Heritage - The Dixie Bee-Liners explore the history and music of coal-mining culture, including
black lung, union organizing, environmental impacts and the contribution of coal to the national economy. Musical demonstrations delve into
the famous coal-mining songs of America, and the floor will be opened to Q&A.
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The Music of the American Civil War Era - General Robert E. Lee is said to have remarked, "I don't believe we can have an army without
music." This workshop explores the music of the Union and Confederate cultures, from battle hymns to inspirational and popular songs.
DBL co-founder Buddy Woodward will discuss his ancestor, who wrote music for both the North and the South! Brandi Hart will look at the
inspiration, solace, and joy which music brought to Civil-War-era Americans, both at home and at war.
Innovative Songwriting for American Folk Genres - Hart and Woodward take no prisoners in this improvisational songwriting exercise.
Although folk genres are often based around familiar chord structures and modes, participants will break through clichés and comfort
zones as they learn several new ways to skin the songwriting cat.
Throughout this application, you've learned much about BRANDI
HART and BUDDY WOODWARD, co-founders of THE DIXIE BEELINERS. However, we'd like to take this opportunity to tell you
more about our fellow musicians:
Please take a moment to visit THE DIXIE BEE-LINERS'
YouTube channel, where you can view footage
of 20,000 English music fans demanding an encore!
http://www.youtube.com/user/thedixiebeeliners/videos
SAV SANKARAN is a crackerjack vocalist and multiinstrumentalist. Originally from Altoona, PA, Sav now makes his
home in Asheville, North Carolina. His soaring vocals and rocksolid downbeat on the bass are an ovation-inspiring highlight of
DBL performances.
In the banjo chair is Mr. ZACHARY MONGAN. Zach currently
attends East Tennessee State University with a Public
Performance scholarship awarded by the Bluegrass, Old Time,
and Country Music program. In 2008, he was awarded the Grey
Fox Bill Vernon Scholarship, which is given annually to talented and motivated students who are involved in bluegrass music. Fittingly for
The Dixie Bee-Liners, his playing style is an engaging blend of traditional and contemporary influences.
Finally, joining The Dixie Bee-Liners on select dates is special guest dobroist TODD PATRICK LIVINGSTON. Todd's musical sense of humor
and daring improvisational skills make every Dixie Bee-Liners show a joyful new experience for both the band and the audience!
This concludes THE DIXIE BEE-LINERS' application for the 2012-2013 American Music Abroad Initiative. Once again, we'd like to thank
you for your time and attention to our materials, and we hope to have the privilege of being musical ambassadors for the United States
of America.