The Librarian and The Banjo

Synopsis

The inspiring true story of music librarian Dena Epstein who labored 25 years to document the musical contributions of African slaves to the New World. Her work, now considered classic, shattered legends and myths, proved that the banjo was a slave instrument, and sparked a remarkable revival of black string band music. Directed and produced by Jim Carrier. Starring Dena Epstein, Bela Fleck, Eric Weissberg, Tony Trischka & the Carolina Chocolate Drops.

Main Cast

Béla Fleck

Self

Age : 66 | Popularity : 9%

Tony Trischka

Self

Age : N/A | Popularity : 7%

Eric Weissberg

Self

Age : N/A | Popularity : 3%

Rhiannon Giddens

Self

Age : N/A | Popularity : 7%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Jim Carrier
Writing	Writer	Jim Carrier
Sound	Sound Designer	Kelley Baker
Editing	Editorial Consultant	Kelley Baker
Department	Role	Name

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