A 98-minute concert film features performances by artists like Alison Krauss and Ralph Stanley at a benefit for the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville.
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A 98-minute concert film features performances by artists like Alison Krauss and Ralph Stanley at a benefit for the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville.
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Ralph Stanley arrives at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on May 24, 2000, for a benefit concert supporting the Country Music Hall of Fame. Directed by Nick Doob, Chris Hegedus, and D.A. Pennebaker, the film captures the live performances of artists from the Grammy-winning soundtrack of O Brother, Where Art Thou? John Hartford serves as master of ceremonies, while Emmylou Harris, Alison Krauss, and Gillian Welch perform alongside the Peasall Sisters and The Cox Family. The documentary features rehearsal footage and backstage interactions, preserving the spirit of the evening.
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- See Ralph Stanley's introduction to the Grand Ole Opry.
- Meet John Hartford as he pilots a riverboat.
- Find out how T-Bone Burnett directs The Peasall Sisters.
Did You Know
- The concert was held on May 24, 2000, at the Ryman Auditorium.
- John Hartford's last filmed appearance was in this documentary before his death on June 4, 2001.
- Emmylou Harris carries a Motorola pager to track Major League Baseball games.
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What year was the concert for Down from the Mountain held?
The concert was held on May 24, 2000.
Who directed the documentary Down from the Mountain?
The documentary was directed by Nick Doob, Chris Hegedus, and D. A. Pennebaker.
What was the purpose of the concert at the Ryman Auditorium?
The concert was a benefit for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
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