Hannah Schrodt Olivia Klug, left, and her sister Madilyn ride horses at their family's farm. And then you have the Native Americans. And I connect very much to what you said about your upbringing, your childhood, and whatever chaos was in there driving you forward to find a sense of peace or harmony or accomplishment or your own path forward. Visit her website to purchase one for yourself, and use the code Hillary for an exclusive discount!https://www.maireadnesbittviolin.com/Hillary#fiddle #dance #irish #Celtic #traditionalHere's the link to Hillary's \"Patreon\" page:https://www.patreon.com/hillaryklughttps://www.instagram.com/hillaryklug/https://www.facebook.com/FiddleAndDance/https://www.tiktok.com/@hillary_klug?https://hillaryklug.comStream this song on Spotify (or other dogstal music platforms)https://open.spotify.com/track/61B6Nr8CdxZ64cvda58XKj?si=3sFcylcyQdi3-_R_R-sH6w\u0026dl_branch=1 Video Credit: Hillary Klug (Yes, I filmed and edited it myself)Audio Recorded and Co-Produced: by Evan WinsorGuitar and Bass: Evan WinsorBanjo: Karl Smaukula She said, You pay for half of the violin, and Ill pay for the other half of it but if you quit taking lessons, you have to pay me back for my half. So, I kept taking lessons and never quit.. I started clogging at age 8, but I didnt even know what a fiddle was until I randomly started taking lessons at age 13. In August, amidst his trial, President Clinton submitted to hours of videotaped testimony from Independent Counsel Ken Starr's prosecutors for the grand jury. Leggo! Its not enough to just not be racist. And understanding that I am both of those people and very separate from those people. But the more I got involved, the more I like, opened my eyes to see like, wow, theres this whole world of fiddle music out there that you just dont see if youre just a part of, you know, just the general public. Okay, now its my turn, my responsibility to keep that alive and to spread it and to teach it to others and to keep this tradition alive. Theres no set of dance moves, that, This is buck dancing. You know I was dancing while she was performing. And it feels good. I met Thomas Maupin at these festivals. Theyre so abstract. I took some tunes that are normally played in standard tuning, and I tried them cross-tuned. I have one more project I want to try, and it might be silly, and it probably wont work, but Im gonna try it for fun. View photos, directions, registry details and more at The Knot. Also, I find it really interesting that you say that theyre all mediocre. Then well do a video to go along with it. I'm a dancing fiddler! Hillary released her third memoir, "What Happened," in September of 2017, which reflects on her election journey, career, and personal life in candor. Hillary played fiddle, sang, and accompanied herself buck dancing, supported by Cristina Vane on banjo and Evan Winsor on guitar. I use a few fiddles for each performance, and I keep them in separate tunings so I can change keys really fast. With humble beginnings as a busker, she's risen from street to symphony thanks to her social media success! Fiddlers have to join a band, right? I didnt expect that. I mean, its a phenomenon thats not unique to just fiddle music or dance. Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham got their first taste of campaigning together in 1972 when they worked on the George McGovern presidential campaign. On this episode of The Cultured Podcast, I talked to Hillary Klug, the National Buck Dancing champion of the United States of America, and a social media personality who has become famous for fiddling, Buck dancing and singing at the same time. And part of why I really wanted to talk about this with you is because I think its easy with your art forms being fiddling, like you said, white people have sort of taken them, or the white people who are proud of these art forms have taken them as their own. Thats just the culture that was handed to us. Hes the one who taught me to be, like, that nothing I do will ever be good enough. I didnt do anything if it was too hard or required too much work. I took on fiddling as dancing as my identity, and I plugged myself into the old-time community. I have all this ambition and determination and drive to you know, do something better with my life to try to get away from that to try to do better for myself. https://hillaryklug.comWe filmed this video at the East Nashville Hot Yoga! Its okay to be wrong and Ill learn from that. Im also proud of my first album which is an exploration of the old-time cross-tuning tradition. I had a brother that lived in Lynchburg and we visited frequently. Resides in Bozeman, MT. Im out there because people love me, and I like contributing to the atmosphere. Hillary denied the claims, even going so far as to characterize the accusations against Bill as a "vast right-wing conspiracy.". For those beginning fiddlers who want to learn basic fiddle tunes or any of my tunes from my first record, stay tuned for this project. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. Like I said you are perfect! Im very mediocre. Not only did Wood help musically, he also lent one of his propertys homes for rent while Klug studied at Motlow State Community College in Tullahoma, where she earned a $5,000 scholarship to study music in Brazil for a month. So I talk a lot about being Colombian but what many of you may not realize is Im actually half-Argentinian half-Colombian. Im now endorsing a string company, two fiddle companies, and a bow company! So after the contest, I took my fiddle and my boots over to Broadway, and I set out my case for tips. That was my job for two and a half years. . Stop taking credit for it, like all the coolest stuff. Hillary Clinton praises billionaire Thomas H. Lee, 78, as 'considerate, generous and unpretentious' at memorial after he shot himself in his Fifth Avenue office - as mourners say 'they can't . After Barack Obama's historic win in the 2008 presidential election, Hillary Clinton returned to the White House nearly a decade after she left it, but this time in a new role. Bill began consulting for humanitarian and public policy groups while Hillary entered the political world. She is a great musician and wonderful Buck dancer. Jan 5, 2020 - https://hillaryklug.comHillary Klug fiddles, sings, and dances "Cotton Eyed Joe." Just wait. Early in their relationship, the former White House residents embarked on a political endeavor together as they traveled to Texas in 1972 to aid George McGovern with his presidential campaign. The 5-String Banjo, and So Much Moore - Steven Moore, Something Maude Something New - Cassidy Maude, Tommy Emmanuel Interview From ROMP 2022 In Owensboro KY. Hillary Klug 26:44No! I have much respect for independent artists, and I wish them all good luck. Im able to focus on being a content creator. It makes people happy, it entertains and then it became a job. Who Is Earl Klugh's Wife? Michelle Khouri 25:49Well, Im amazed. His songs are phenomenal and incredibly deep. Im playing on Thomastik-Infeld strings. The biggest video has over 61 million views. In 2015, the Clintons celebrated and prepared for two major milestones in their relationship their 40th anniversary on October 11 and the first Democratic debate of Hillary's presidential run on October 13. If theres somebody who is racist and doesnt want to hear the history, I am fine with losing racist followers or, like, white supremacist followers. Theres no choreography. I should have actively said, No, hey, actually. I should have stepped in and said something. Artist descriptions on Last.fm are editable by everyone. The face and draw to some food chain. Just love watching and listening!! I am happy for her success but also know her limits are well beyond the horizon. My dad was Argentinian and I wasnt raised with much of that Argentinian culture outside of food and Tango. 585 posts. I have to be wireless, so I have two Shure wireless transmitters and receivers. He live out on a farm in the out skirts I hope some day to meet you the closet so far was Dollywood. First of all, before I say anything about this subject, as just as a disclaimer, this is a new subject to start talking about. And what I love about your response was that you openly acknowledged that, like, a lot of the roots of the very art forms that youre practicing, also have been fundamentally founded or built by African American people throughout history. Created on The Knot Getting married? Chelsea Clinton welcomed her third child, Jasper Clinton Mezvinsky, in July 2019. Sometimes its all about knowing the right people, or having tons of money to spend on promotion and marketing. In 2014, the Clintons became grandparents for the first time as their only daughter welcomed her first child, Charlotte Clinton Mezvinsky, into the world. Hilary Swank, the actress and producer, has been happily married since 2018 to Phillip Schneider. Accepting. I imagine that could involve big name session musicians and more intricate arrangements and instrumentation. You have to really be a geek to kind of open your eyes. Mostly because my family has no heritage, traditions, or culture. I love making videos for my different social media outlets! So youre not going to see as flashy dance steps. Well, I had. Touch device users, explore by touch or . Then I started moving my feet, and people started taking pictures and videos. It took me almost 60 years to get at your sagesse level. 1,304 following. He always compared me to others. I could name several more phenomenal artists who play or write amazing music that nobody listens to. And Im like, you know, if I were just a fiddle player take away the dancing and the singing, or just a fiddle player. I have a friend who does electronic music. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Of course, its easy to just not be part of the conversation, but to actually take that step and actively research, actively talk about things and actively learn about the history and put the information out there and encourage others. Its never good enough. My mentors changed my life, and it wasnt just about the fiddle or the dance. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Begin typing your search above and press return to search. Michelle Khouri 12:53What is it about the fiddle that makes you connect with it so deeply? And I was raised hearing stories about my ancestors, about my grandmother, my grandfather, my great grandparents, and for better or worse, Colombian culture pays a lot of attention to last names, and thats part of that classist system from that side of my culture, which Ive never been a fan of, and pretty much railed against my whole life. A new version of Last.fm is available, to keep everything running smoothly, please reload the site. Hillary Klug 22:21Okay, so everybody knows that the banjo is an African instrument, right? Hes the best musician nobodys ever heard of. Oh yeah. Both the former president and secretary of state tweeted the news, with Bill addressing Charlotte directly in an endearing tweet, and Hillary expressing her excitement over her new grandma status. Its been fantastic to take such a detailed look behind the scenes. Like not feeling beholden to somebody elses style, ways, whatever, but rather flying and helping to evolve. Prior to joining The Heartlander, Ben was a contributor for ABC affiliates KSPR 33 News, KY3 News and Ozarks Sports Zone for 4 years. The Tennessee-based musician calls the corner of Fourth and Broadway her work home. And it also reminds me that theres a lot of people who dont know so much about their ancestry and lineage and, you know, I want to know if you know about your lineage, and if you dont, how does that impact your sense of self? Earl Klugh's income source is mostly from being a successful . Thats why I added the singing because its not good enough. And like you said, your platform is enormous, millions, 10s of millions of views. The bow had hot pink hair, and it looked so awesome in the video. Im stronger both physically and mentally. Yeah, white folk. And you know, Ive said like, I dont want to be a part of that conversation. But you know, I just havent said anything. He teaches the concepts. But I just, Ive been trying to like, learn as much as I can and try to like, understand what that means. Theres no universal formula. I joined a clogging team when I was eight, and then picked up the fiddle at age thirteen. I love traveling and performing, but Ive been performing solo, and I really look forward to being able to perform with a band. I started cross-tuning so I could play constant double stops. Hes a college professor at Warren Wilson College. And actually, thats a pretty rare occurrence for me. You talk about, like, oh, you just find that thing thats unique to you. Skills: Fiddle, buckdancing, guitar, vocals, mandolin, viola, composing, arranging, workshops, teaching, reading music. Mairead is also sending me a fiddle to play, and I cant wait to check it out! And thats a powerful driver. Welcome to The Cultured Podcast. I lived most of my life out in the country. They instilled in me the habits of daily practice and exercise. Five months before the 2016 presidential election, Hillary and Bill became grandparents the second time over when their daughter Chelsea gave birth to her son, Aidan Clinton Mezvinsky. "I was dumbfounded, I was just beside myself with anger and disappointment. I changed the keys of some tunes. I never had a good outlet for it. So thats what Ive been inspired by lately. You are beautiful-talented and unique. Well, congratulations. My album is available on my website and my Facebook shop and also most digital platforms. But for now, were about to get into some communication with Hillary Klug. 155K followers. So grateful. I went to compete in a fiddle contest, and I didnt realize parking was gonna be so expensive until it was too late. We had many intellectual conversations about existential issues. I experimented, and after hours and days and weeks and months of performances, I figured out what would draw the biggest crowds. Like, doing all of those things at once is exceptionally difficult. Hillary Klug 27:21And Im talking to people. But fiddling wasnt enough to preoccupy Klug or her fans, for that matter. Hillary didn't accept Bill's first proposal. He doesnt have social media or a website, so in this day and age, he virtually doesnt exist. That is what my brain is tinkering with this week. Simultaneously, with the guidance of her beloved mentor and the support of her massive YouTube following, Hillarys multi-faceted performance style has skyrocketed from its Tennessee roots to become a global sensation. Hillary and Bill Clinton have been married since 1975. The music that went with these dances was considered like a slaves job to do the music. M. Spencer Green/AP. Just think about how many people are listening and watching who would otherwise never be exposed to this type of music and dance. Website, graphics, and production by FRQNCY Media. Itll have some old-time elements with bass, mandolin, and banjo. My name is Hillary Klug, and I fiddle and dance. I have what would be considered, you know, maybe a less than ideal childhood, but a lot of that was actually kind of the driving force. She is a bright, bright light. Saturday rolls around, and 25-year-old Hillary Klug wearing cowboy boots, which she claims to be her dancing shoes, a gray T-shirt and cuffed blue jean shorts shuffles her feet to the beat of her fiddle. So that was the end of violin lessons. She got her start dancing and dazzling down on Broadway. More people travel the streets rather than each individual bar, so more people see your talent on the streets, Lew says. YouTube has been an enormous part of your journey. Keep it classy. He lost to the Republican incumbent, John Paul Hammerschmidt. Is that how you feel? There are tons of stories I could share, but one that really stands out is the first time I ever pushed myself. I used 13 different tunings for the 17 tracks. Hillary Klug 32:21Okay, my question is What do we want to hear?, Hillary Klug 32:27Im going to do an original off of my CD. Includes Address (8) Phone (3) See Results. We have 25 million views. He used 12 total, and he also invented a few of those. Bill and Hillary Clinton celebrated a major relationship milestone Sunday, 4 decades of marriage. Michelle Khouri 10:24First of all, to identify that you need the validation is really important self-awareness. I'm proud to preserve my Tennessee music heritage and share with audiences ar And to have the tough conversations. Hillary Klug 13:07Well, I didnt get any of that growing up. Id also invest a little in promoting the album. Evan . Dancing singing fiddle player. I particularly like the Dominants for recording. There was no amount of practice that was enough. My sister has some hippie friends (one of whom she had a crush on), and they invited us to the dance. I like to use different locations and outfits and hairstyles and makeup. Hillary Klug 14:38Buck dancing is an instrument-like percussion instrument. I happened to meet a fiddle teacher at the local contra dance. In 1976, Bill was elected to his first government official position . But I had my fiddle and I was wearing my cowboy boots. He is from United States. Evan also recorded and produced the banjo part, and Karl Smaukula played the banjo part. And so I am always striving to do better. So the English came over, and the French, and all these different type of European dances, they came over and they were practiced by the settlers. I was very sheltered, very isolated. I mostly just made it in order to prove to myself (and everyone else) that I could play. 1. In the 1990s, the "Whitewater controversy" rocked the couple's budding legacy when the United States Office of Independent Counsel investigated the couple in relation to their investment in 230 acres of riverfront landin Arkansas in 1978. In a new interview on her How I Met Your Father co-star Josh Peck's Good Guys . Not to mention, it takes an enormous amount of dedication and structure to be a musician and to play instruments and to dance and all that so. And to start by saying, look, I may say things that are wrong and I welcome corrections. Michelle Khouri 18:15You really did. Which part of your music career do you enjoy the most live performance, recording, writing, etc? You want to see me playing Banjo and dancing? I am so glad to hear that you include church and God in your talent. Its generally thought this is white peoples music, white people play it. I would use a lot of the money for producing music videos to go with the various tracks. All this music evolved with square dance and Contra dance and English country dance. Look for the blue verification badge! I use a Bartlett fiddle mic and a CountryMan vocal mic. My tune is also on the soundtrack. In 1998, news broke of President Clinton's 1995 affair with then-22-year-old White House intern Monica Lewinsky, which eventually led to his impeachment by the House. Keep it Cultured. Michelle Khouri 29:50Youre not here for that BS anymore, right? Shes gonna make it into an electronic track. So if anybody wants to find them theyre going to be up at culturedpodcast.com. His wife is Denise Klugh Earl Klugh Net Worth His net worth has been growing significantly in 2021-2022. But me and my own personal buck dancing, you know, maybe Ill do a flashy dance step every now and then, because, you know, Im trying to entertain the audience and its much more fun to see like, you know, me kick my legs in the air, or do a little twist. His family adopted me as their own. Thats what the tourists wanted to see. But I grew up hearing about these people and I grew up hearing about their accomplishments or their personalities and it never really quite clicked and what I do know is that Ive always been connected to that land. They gave me advice and told me the rules. How does that impact your identity? Im amazed because youre clearly passionate and youre doing the work. Its such a coincidence that we even happened to go to the dance. Thats something thats not talked about. Hes another gifted songwriter and musician. Theres a lot of different driving forces. My mom made a deal with me, Klug says. Thats no longer what drives me. Copyright 2017-2020 Michelle Khouri. Top editors give you the stories you want delivered right to your inbox each weekday. Jillian Selzer. Thats where I developed my craft. And in this year alone that Ive been being stripped what feels like naked in 2020, just emotionally naked, Ive actually felt that connection more strongly than ever before. Bush and his family at the funeral this week. The discipline has spread to every area of my life. Dancing shoes on, Klug's feet are the beat while her violin rings out joyous bluegrass music.. Take a few tips from Hillary Klug on how to prepare, endure, and maybe prosper, too. We love you for your simplicity and awareness of the people around you that you cherish. Good luck!! What are your favorite 5 albums, and do they influence your work? Hillary and Bill Clinton met in 1971 and have been married since 1975. Hillary and Bill Clinton are arguably one of the most well-known couples in the public eye. This is Bill and Hillary's third grandchild, and Hillary tweeted that she and Bill were "thrilled.". Since I was out of shape, I was worn out before we even got to the hill. Now in that tradition, in my experience, I have not seen any African or Native American buck answers, or in the music world, like Ive seen two banjo players. In 1976, Bill was elected to his first government official position with Hillary by his side. I mean, I am as Latina as they come, but the sound, the frequency of a fiddle really, really hits my heart and it just gets me moving. My best friend started taking group violin lessons, and she asked me to join her. And it is fascinating and frankly relieving to hear the whole history behind an art form, rather than just a tiny morsel of the history, right? People loved the fiddling and dancing, and they tipped me plenty of money to pay for parking. Feel free to contribute! Its seriously worth listening to. We were greatly looking forward to being in Houston for our event this week, and are excited to come back next year as soon as we find a date.". It started with a completely unprofessional iPhone video of me on my back porch playing and dancing my original tune, Le Petit Chat Gris. It has reached over 9 million views on Facebook. Im honored to be one of his proteges, and its my privilege to carry on the buck dance tradition. Im like, looking for resources. But Im going to engage in the conversation anyway because its important. And they would dance on these riverboats that floated down the Mississippi River. As the only child of the couple, Chelsea spent the first 12 years of her life in Arkansas before moving to Washington DC to become the first daughter. And really, I am the biggest geek in the world, just like I listen to old recordings from the 50s of fiddle players or old recordings from the 30s it just, uh, you know, thats what I listened to. With humble beginnings as a busker, she's risen from street to symphony thanks to her social media success! My home life was completely, totally chaotic. And what we might call the Black Lives Matter movement, but I think is far beyond that right now. Marketing genius. And I knew street performing was a thing. I have my little Instagram its @Hillaryklug. Theres a reason this is called the Cultured Podcast and its that arts is just fundamentally a part of human self-expression.