The Shindig on the Green is one of the main reasons that traditional music is still a strong force in Western North Carolina. Shindig has provided a public meeting place for performing and jamming for decades. As a young musician in Asheville, I was able to meet and play with some of my musical heroes. And today, forty years later, young musicians can still find friendly jam sessions to hone their skills and even have a chance to perform on stage with musical veterans before an enthusiastic audience. For me, Shindig on the Green remains one of the foundations of a strong mountain music tradition in Western North Carolina.
David Holt, Asheville, NC
