A Southwest Virginia Portrait
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Movement 1: Powell Valley
Named for Ambrose Powell, who was part of the exploration party headed by
Dr. Thomas Walker, Powell Valley is one of the most picturesque locations in
Southwest Virginia. Setting between Powell Mountain and Little Stone
Mountain, Powell Valley is one of our most cherished
locations due to its beauty and views of the surrounding mountains. This
movement simply pays tribute to the mountains surrounding the area with
quotes from the Carter Family song "My Clinch Mountain Home". The
beginning is a celebration of life, transitioning into Sunday morning
church and finally an intense tribute to the Valley itself.
Movement 2: The Clinch River
Beginning around Tazwell, VA, the Clinch River has been an important part
of our growth in the
area, as well as providing the first settlers of the area with
transportation and fishing. The river
travels 335 miles through Tazwell, Russell, Wise, Scott, and Lee Counties
before crossing the state line into Tennessee and depositing in Norris Lake.
This movement follows the river from its humble beginnings in Tazwell County
VA, through the rapids and rougher waters of Scott and Lee County, and
finally, its triumphant merging with the Powell River and Norris Lakes. Hints
of
iDown To The River To Prayi can be heard throughout the movement,
staking its claim as a place of baptism, referring to the ibaptism spoti
found on River Road in Castlewood, VA.
Movement 3: High Knob, VA
High Knob is the highest point in Southwest Virginia, rising above the
valley that is home to Norton, VA, and the composeris home and current
town. Rising 4,222 ft above sea level, on a clear day one can observe
Tennessee, West Virginia, North, and even South Carolina at the fire tower at
the peak above Norton. A festival is held each year at High Knob Lake,
celebrating our
musical heritage of bluegrass. This movement looks to celebrate that
festival with several tunes
from the Carter Family, including "The Sunny Side of Life" and
"Will the Circle Be Unbroken", culminating in a gathering of
worship to the song, "The Sweet By And By". Recursions of the theme
of worship are prominent in all 3 movements, echoing the strong religious
feelings of our
area.
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