"Barbara O’Brien’s wide-ranging account of Zen history is conveyed with a master storyteller’s ability to keep the forest from getting lost in a myriad of trees. Wearing her scholarship lightly, she blends just the right amount of skepticism about her hagiographic sources with a deep appreciation for the Dharma." — Barry Magid, author of
Nothing Is Hidden and
Ending the Pursuit of Happiness Order here!
Some fine pickin’.
Yes, he was ALL of that! I love Bluegrass music (and classic C&W; modern C&W – uhm… not so much).
AND – he was one of the few Bluegrass or C&W musicians to oppose the Vietnam War, and played at anti-war rallies.
Plus, he was open to new forms of music.
I’ll pay him one of the greatest compliment that I can – he had a lot of Pete Seeger in him.
I’m sure there’ll be a tribute at Merlefest this spring in North Wilkesboro, and probably a good number of recognitions and memories at the Traditional tent. He certainly lives on in the performances at the competitions for the young folks, too. Their amazing virtuosity is a testament to the staying power of this music.