Bluegrass Journey

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This passionate and affecting performance documentary celebrates the virtuoso artistry and joyous community of contemporary bluegrass music. Musically depicting many of the traditional roots and some of the more far-reaching branches of the genre by employing verite footage, thoughtful interviews, and vividly captured extended performances to weave a seamless tapestry that transports and enraptures the devoted fan and newcomer alike.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

86 mins

Rating

8/10

Release Date

09 July 2004

Country

Cast

Tim O'Brien

Self

Jerry Douglas

Self

Peter Rowan

Self

Tony Rice

Self

Rhonda Vincent

Self

Chris Thile

Self

Nickel Creek

Themselves

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