End of an Old Song

Duration: 26

Year Published: 1972

Creator: John Cohen

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Description: Focuses on the life and music of North Carolina ballad singer Dillard Chandler, conveying a sense of the land, people, work, and music of southern Appalachia. Intercuts scenes of Chandler singing and playing with shots of him gardening and relaxing in the local cafe/bar. Includes scenes of a local dance with Byard Ray fiddling.