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Travis Pickin'

Several renowned guitarists display the unique finger-picking technique popularized by Muhlenberg County native Merle Travis. Performers include: Thom Bresh, Eddie Pennington, Marty Stuart, and Ben Hall.
Season 7 Episode 4 Length 56:26 Premiere: 02/08/16

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Travis Pickin'
S7 E4 Length 56:26 Premiere Date 02/08/16

Kentucky Writers Hall of Fame

S7 E3 Length 58:14 Premiere Date 03/21/16

Merle Travis: Guitar Man
S7 E2 Length 57:06 Premiere Date 02/01/16

Kentucky Chautauqua
S7 E1 Length 58:07 Premiere Date 11/16/15

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A profile of Louisville graphic designer and photographer Julius Friedman explores his work.

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Frank X Walker: I Dedicate This Ride - S5 E3

Premiered On: 01/20/2013

Through poetry and drama, Kentucky writer and Affrilachian Poets founder Frank X Walker illuminates the life of 19th century African American jockey Isaac Murphy. The program includes dramatic segments performed by Lexington Children's Theatre. A 2013 KET Production.

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Appalatin - S6 E2

Premiered On: 02/16/2014

A performance and interview with Appalatin, a Kentucky-based musical group whose music fuses Latin and Appalachian styles, creating an upbeat and eclectic sound. A 2014 KET Production.

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Dale Daniel Leys: Drawing Life - S6 E3

Premiered On: 04/13/2014

This profile of artist Dale Daniel Leys explores his inspiration from nature and science, his work as a professor at Murray State University, and the diverse works he has created over a career spanning more than 40 years. A 2014 KET Production.

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Master of Still Life: Mary Ann Currier - S1 E1

Premiered On: 01/15/2008

The still lifes and other paintings of Louisvillian Mary Ann Currier are recognized as remarkable contributions to American realism. And her influence as a teacher has shaped generations of young Kentucky artists. A 2008 KET Production.

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Mountain Music Gatherin' - S1 E2

Premiered On: 01/22/2008

For more than three decades, players and fans of traditional music have assembled annually at the J.P. Fraley Mountain Music Gatherin' in Olive Hill for performances by master musicians and rising young stars as well as come-one, come-all day and night jam sessions. A 2008 KET Production.

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Murder, They Wrote - S1 E3

Premiered On: 01/29/2008

A behind-the-scenes look at the drama, suspense, and fun of the first International Mystery Writers' Festival, held at Owensboro's RiverPark Center in June 2007. This KET production follows several plays, including an award-winning entry by a Kentucky native, from rehearsals to final presentation. A 2008 KET Production.

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Merle Travis: Guitar Man - S7 E2

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