A wonderful collection of Appalachian and American folktales and old-time tunes. Your students will simply be absorbed by the stories and intrigued with the unusual musical instruments. John is captivating with narration, voice and character engaging his audiences with his energy and theatrical approach in story-performance. Along with his wonderful stories he also plays (with some historical introduction) banjo, spoons, jaw-harp, harmonica, fiddle and guitar. A wonderful celebration of our past