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Dirk Powell (born 1969) is an American fiddler, banjo player, and singer. Powell was born in Oberlin, Ohio into a family with deep Kentucky roots. He has lived in Louisiana since 1992. He is considered one of the world's leading experts on traditional Appalachian fiddle and banjo styles.
Sep 25, 2020 · Powell adored his grandfather’s unique version of “Pretty Polly” and felt a special connection to it. But as he was singing it one day, he realized such violence is often all too real.
His live performances of powerful Appalachian music with The Dirk Powell Band have inspired audiences across the globe in a wide variety of venues, including such prestigious settings as the Eastman School of Music and Interlochen Academy.
Nov 26, 2007 · Beside the great fiddle, I think that's Dirk Powell playing a really hard-driving backup guitar. What a powerful combination those two make. It's great, and fast!
“Dirk Powell is a badass. To the bone. He is, in addition to being the greatest old-time banjo player alive, a graduate student of both mountain and Cajun fiddle styles, and diatonic button accordion.
Explore Dirk Powell's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Dirk Powell on AllMusic.
Dirk Powell is known as a “musician’s musician” in the circle of American roots music and beyond. He learned banjo and fiddle from his Kentucky grandfather, James Clarence Hay, and has been a part of the thriving Cajun/Creole music community in Louisiana since his early 20s.
