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The Whitetop Mountaineers

Second Line Music

The Whitetop Mountaineers

8:00pm, Wed 25 January, 2017
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With Special Guests Peter Daffey and Luke Plumb. For fans of American old time mountain music (and roots music lovers alike), the Whitetop Mountaineers from the hills of Virginia are the genuine article. Martha Spencer and Jackson Cunningham return to Australia by popular demand.

On their previous 5 visits the duo stunned and delighted audiences across the country with their performance of American mountain music, song & dance - they are the 'real deal'. Both are skilled multi-instrumentalists - Jackson on guitar, mandolin & claw hammer banjo, and Martha on fiddle, guitar & banjo. They are both strong vocal performers and their close harmonies are indicative of the old time and bluegrass traditions from which they draw their repertoire.

In addition to being a talented musician & singer, Martha is also an exceptional dancer and teacher of the art of Appalachian dance. Jackson is also a highly skilled luthier and his beautiful hand crafted fiddles are in high demand.

"Whether they are performing a honky-tonk duet, an old time ballad or traditional fiddle tune, they always attend to their craft with obvious passion, exuberance, and soul. Martha, quite simply, pours her heart out into every note, and connects with audiences in a manner quite rare among today's performers. Jackson provides the perfect vocal complement, and is also fast becoming one of my most favourite mandolin players." ~ Jon Lohman, Virginia State Folklorist

This will be a huge night. Make sure you book early..... all roads lead to The Spotted Mallard!

DINNER and RESERVED SEAT AT THE SPOTTED MALLARD 
The Spotted Mallard is a brilliant place to have a meal, so make a night of it and book in for dinner before the show. Simply email reservations@spottedmallard.com to make a table reservation. Julia is our very fine host for the night at The Spotted Mallard and and she will email you back to confirm your reservation which also serves as your reserved seat for the show. Your reserved table for dinner and show will be waiting for you on arrival and you can pay for your meal and drinks as you order them.