It’s well documented that the American banjo has its origins in instruments brought to the colonies by enslaved Africans. Reporter Allison Quantz has the story of three musicians, two from Virginia and one hailing from Mali, who came together to explore their shared musical traditions.
From Africa to Appalachia
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