Enjoy living history program with Old Country Fiddler
April 25, 2013For more than 40 years, beginning in 1895, musical humorist Charles Ross Taggart performed in lyceum and Chautauqua circuits throughout the United States. He made 40 recordings with the Victor, Edison and Columbia companies and appeared in a 1923 Phono-Film “talkie” four years before Al Jolson starred in “The Jazz Singer.”
Living history presenter Adam Boyce brings Taggart to life Wednesday, May 8 at 7 p.m. in Taylor Community’s Woodside Building, 435 Union Ave. Boyce portrays Taggart near the end of his career in 1936, sharing recollections of his life, live fiddling and humorous sketches.
Vermonter Adam Boyce is a noted fiddler and lifelong student of history. He’s composed more than 100 fiddle tunes and is a Juried Artist with the Vermont Arts Council.
The event is free and open to the public; however, those planning to attend must pre-register as seating is limited and musical performances usually attract a capacity crowd. Please call 524-5600 or email rsvp@taylorcommunity.org for reservations.
