The Librarian and The Banjo (2013)
The inspiring true story of music librarian Dena Epstein who labored 25 years to document the musical contributions of African slaves to the New World. Her work, now considered classic, shattered legends and myths, proved that the banjo was a slave instrument, and sparked a remarkable revival of black string band music. Directed and produced by Jim Carrier. Starring Dena Epstein, Bela Fleck, Eric Weissberg, Tony Trischka & the Carolina Chocolate Drops.
Director: Jim Carrier
Release Date: April 14, 2013
Cast
- Béla Fleck - Self
- Tony Trischka - Self
- Eric Weissberg - Self
- Rhiannon Giddens - Self
Screenplay
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Jim Carrier
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Librarian and The Banjo about?
- The inspiring true story of music librarian Dena Epstein who labored 25 years to document the musical contributions of African slaves to the New World. Her work, now considered classic, shattered legends and myths, proved that the banjo was a slave instrument, and sparked a remarkable revival of black string band music. Directed and produced by Jim Carrier. Starring Dena Epstein, Bela Fleck, Eric Weissberg, Tony Trischka & the Carolina Chocolate Drops.
- Who directed The Librarian and The Banjo?
- The Librarian and The Banjo was directed by Jim Carrier.
- Who stars in The Librarian and The Banjo?
- The Librarian and The Banjo stars Béla Fleck, Tony Trischka, Eric Weissberg, Rhiannon Giddens.