Charlie Poole Festival Symposium

Charlie Poole Festival Symposium

Welcome to the Charlie Poole Festival Symposium! Join us at Rockingham Community College for a day filled with music, history, and fun. This in-person event is a celebration of the life and legacy of the legendary musician, Charlie Poole. Come listen to live performances, engage in panel discussions, and connect with fellow fans of traditional music. Whether you're a long-time enthusiast or just discovering Charlie Poole's music, this symposium is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the sounds and stories of a true American icon. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to celebrate and learn about the music that continues to inspire generations. See you there!

Info: Enjoy a moderated discussion by Rob Ferguson that delves into the traditions and innovations of cotton mill music, especially surrounding Charlie Poole. Panelists include Sarah Bryan, Bob Carlin, Mark Dillon, Richard Emmett, and Glenn Hinson. Will take place in the Workforce Development Center on the Campus of RCC.

Info: Emerse yourself in discussions around the life and legacy of Charlie Poole moderated by Chris Cooper. Panelists include Elizabeth Carlson, David Menconi, Art Menius, Wayne Martin, and Kinney Rorrer. Will take place in the Workforce Development Center on the Campus of RCC.

Info: Will take place in the Whitcomb Student Center on the Campus of RCC

Info: Enjoy a gourmet chef-prepared dinner with menu items reflecting Charlie Poole’s famous tune “Hungry Hash House.” See Charlie-Poole.com for full munu. Dinner will take place in the Advanced Technologies Building on the Campus of RCC

Info: Enjoy a special indoor concert in the Technology Building auditorium on the campus of RCC, assembled by Laurelyn Dossett, entitled “Payday at the Mill: Spinning Songs and Stories.” It will feature a stellar lineup including Laurelyn Dossett, DaShawn & Wendy Hickman, Mark Dillon, Colin Cutler, Chaisaray Schenk, and Tyson Baker. Dossett gives the following insight into this special production:"This special collaborative concert will use song, poetry and narrative to weave a vibrant tapestry that reflects North Carolina's legacy of mill life. From the fields to the factories, workers black and white, songs old and new, this concert will be deeply meaningful and uplifting, celebrating the spirit of our mill workers."

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