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Dolly Parton & the Roots of Country Music

Though sometimes overshadowed by the more glamorous aspects of Dolly Parton’s popular image, traditional Appalachian folk, country, and bluegrass music have played an important role in her life, to a much greater extent than one might imagine from looking at the bulk of her career. This presentation explores these influences on her life and career.

Dolly Parton — Jolene

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