Flatt, Region’s Bluegrass Heritage On Display Saturday
The Lester Flatt Celebration Saturday pays homage to White County’s past and present bluegrass musicians. Bluegrass Musician Blake Williams said Flatt was an original member of Bill Monroe’s Bluegrass Boys. Earl Scruggs joined the band, bringing the bluegrass sound to the nation. “He was unique, and he was a good MC,” Williams said. “He had […]
Lester Flatt Historical Marker Unveiled In Sparta Ceremony
White County unveiled a Tennessee Musical Pathways Historical Marker commemorating bluegrass legend Lester Flatt Thursday morning. Flatt recorded bluegrass music with Earl Scruggs as “Flatt and Scruggs” and was a member of Bill Monroe’s Bluegrass Boys. His granddaughter Tammy Brumfield, said Flatt left his fame at the door around the family. Brumfield said despite living […]
Sparta Ready For Lester Flatt Celebration Saturday; Bluegrass All Day
Sparta preparing for its annual Lester Flatt Celebration Saturday to honor the city’s bluegrass icon. The free event will feature bluegrass music from six different groups along with food and other events. Sparta Administrative Clerk Mindy Stone said the celebration has been a part of fall in Sparta for more than 15 years. It honors […]
Lester Flatt: A Sparta Bluegrass Legend Celebrated To This Day
Bluegrass lovers across the region will gather in Sparta Saturday to celebrate the life and talents of Lester Flatt. Sparta Bluegrass Musician Blake Williams will host the event. Williams said he first met Flatt through local music festivals and later played banjo in Flatt’s band, “Nashville Grass.” “He was a great guitar player and one […]
Livingston-Overton Nearly Complete With Murals Highlighting Community
Livingston’s new murals are almost complete and the community has responded with high praises of the work. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce Director Shannon Cantrell said the artist has moved onto the Standing Stone mural on The Pickers Palace with a June 15th completion. “I have never seen anything have such a positive impact on […]
