SULPHUR, La. (AP) - Father Edward James Richard, pastor of Our Lady of Prompt Succor church, enjoys playing banjo when he is not busy with his priestly duties. He said people are curious to know about ...

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Four years ago this summer, the Gospel Plowboys formed. On June 10, the group released its first CD, “Welcome Home,” with its new label, Mountain Fever Records. To band members’ surprise and utter ...

SULPHER, La. - Although it has some gospel roots, bluegrass music is not a part of the traditions of the Catholic Church. But bluegrass is a big part of the life of one Southwest Louisiana priest. FOX ...

The New American Banjo Festival isn’t just a celebration for enthusiasts of the banjo’s distinctive twang. “New American Banjo speaks to an idea of exploration of new styles of banjo playing, or folks ...

Other recordings are “Banjo Gathering,” any CDs by Walt Koken, any albums released by the musicians mentioned above, and, in MacKenzie’s estimation, any track by Doc Watson that features his banjo ...