And the reason why I clung to the fiddle was because I always had this sense of like, okay, I dont have anything going for me to try to do with What am I going to do with myself? Were finally waking up to, I mean, basically, mistreatment of black people in the United States has also woken us up to the fact that like indigenous people in the United States have suffered for hundreds of years. So in recent years, Ive, you know, even just as recently as you know, these past few months, its like, maybe the need for validation is or the need for income is no longer my purpose. So why dont you walk us through a little bit what it is about the traditions that you engage in through your art form that really stir your soul and bring you joy. "I was dumbfounded, I was just beside myself with anger and disappointment. Stop taking credit for it, like all the coolest stuff. $100,000 would be fun for creating an album and videos, but its really not good business for a fiddle record. And I have my YouTube. Im inspired by the song Hey Brother by Dan Tyminski and Avicii. 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. Twenty-nine Clinton administration officials are subpoenaed or testify at congressional hearings. 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. Michelle Khouri 33:32Oh my goodness. I dont like recording audio as much because Im so critical of myself. Your email address will not be published. Itll have some old-time elements with bass, mandolin, and banjo. It talks about blacking visibility, and it just kind of explains this phenomenon of us only remembering the white part of history. Gotta do three things at once. Congratulations on your videos and music! She has over 1 Million Facebook followers, more than 25 viral videos, and her biggest video has over 61 million views! Following the passing of former President George H.W. I always judge myself so harshly. 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 played my first international show in January 2019 in London, and it was sold out! Updated. according to The Encyclopedia of Arkansas History & Culture. His melodies are resonant to the core of your soul. Judge Susan Webber Wright ruled in favor of Clinton stating that the claims did not amount to sexual assault and that Jones had no evidence she'd been punished or emotionally afflicted. Im out there because people love me, and I like contributing to the atmosphere. Thats why I added the singing because its not good enough. Hope to see you when I visit your place. So where would I continue my lessons? Theres no universal formula. I love hearing the fiddle and to hear a young person play and dance is such a joy. He has. March 11, 2023 Fairfield, CT. 18 Days To Go! Now, thats Nashville, says a passerby, in awe of Klugs multitalented trade. It takes tons of time and energy and business skills. As silly as it sounds, I had no idea I could actually sell it. Hes the six time National Buck Dance Champion and hes received the National Heritage Award for his contribution to the arts. [Rewind] When Art & Hip-Hop Collide, With FRKO, [Rewind] Performance Art, With Danielle Deadwyler, Expansive Art and Expansive Minds, with Daniel Popper, Art as Connective Tissue To Science, with Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya. This woman is such a hardworker at her craft, she is such a beauty, she is so loveable, Hillary loves what she does so much that she just walks into your heart, dancing, and plays and sings music so sweetly that it makes you cry, while shes smiling the whole time! . But I, actually one of my first gigs, if you can call it a gig, was street performing. The couple became parents to Chelsea Victoria Clinton in February 1980. I dont give up when things get hard or painful. Its okay to be wrong and Ill learn from that. It was very frustrating having so many people look at me funny or ignore me. And I figured there would be a lot of nuance for you as a performer of these art forms, when it comes to our ongoing conversations as a country about race, and arts and race. Its never good enough. 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. When I have the fiddle, when I have the dance, I really cling to that tradition and that culture. I moved to Nashville about 18 months ago, and I love it. Hillary released her third memoir, "What Happened," in September of 2017, which reflects on her election journey, career, and personal life in candor. I eventually want to do a bluegrass record and a Christmas record. National Champion Buckdancer, Hillary Klug is known for her fiddling and dancing. View photos, directions, registry details and more at The Knot. https://hillaryklug.comWe filmed this video at the East Nashville Hot Yoga! Im fascinated by this. Michelle Khouri 8:03Yas! Hillary Klug. Watch. Both my parents were kind of self-employed; they took their own financials into their own hands, Klug says. Content Creator. Like, we dont talk about this type of stuff. I do a lot of photos and iPhone videos and professional videos. They encouraged me to come back. Doing two things at the same time isnt enough. Its just fiddle music. Thank you for that. I had a big Irish fiddling phase, but its more of a hobby for me now. Once Bill Clinton's second term as president ended in 2001, the couple moved to Chappaqua, New York, to pursue other endeavors, according to The History Channel. During his second term, Bill Clinton was impeached in December 1998 by the House following the news of the Lewinsky scandal, on the grounds that Clinton committed perjury and obstruction of justice. What are you at like 65 million or something, like even more than that, at this point, like huge. (If you want to look him up, his Instagram is. When faced with the decision of pursuing buck dancing, fiddling, or singing, she chose to take on all three. Theres a reason this is called the Cultured Podcast and its that arts is just fundamentally a part of human self-expression. At least thats what drew me to your work. Of the controversy, according to The Washington Post, in 1994, "The House and Senate Banking committees begin hearings on Whitewater. $50 / month. I met Thomas Maupin at these festivals. Her talents have garnered her titles like the Kentucky State Championship in 2013, and under Nic Gareiss, Klug traveled Ireland for nine days to study dance in April. She is very humble and butiful both in her heart and to look at. Thomas passion and dedication has been recognized by the many awards hes received. Im able to focus on being a content creator. What are your favorite 5 albums, and do they influence your work? So as a recap for The Cultured Crew, I just want to say you know, you have been dancing, you have been playing the fiddle your whole life. After a difficult childhood, Hillary Klug knew her ambition would be the key to building a new life for herself. Jan 5, 2020 - https://hillaryklug.comHillary Klug fiddles, sings, and dances "Cotton Eyed Joe." Just wait. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. They fiddle and dance in Bru Boru and the Rock of Cashel in Tipperary, Ireland.#fiddle #dance #celtic #Appalachian #traditional\"This project is a dream come true for me! 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? Hillary Klug 24:20Well, exactly, we still have that today. And they would dance on these riverboats that floated down the Mississippi River. Obviously, you can always drop me a line at info@culturedpodcast.com. Hillary Klug 8:20Yeah, partially. But then they got their influence from the African culture. That is what my brain is tinkering with this week. Obama appointed Clinton as his Secretary of State following her unsuccessful bid for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2008. I just need to go through the business of designing a cover and having it printed and published. Like I was just researching this fiddle tune I was working on. I mean, for me, you know, you have been an example in a few ways. Dancing fiddle player. Im playing on Thomastik-Infeld strings. Michelle Khouri 28:37Its learned behavior. I mean, its a phenomenon thats not unique to just fiddle music or dance. Im always thinking about creating content for my social media outlets. I changed the keys of some tunes. 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. Michelle Khouri 0:02What does it mean to want to tell the whole story behind the art form that has been a part of your life since you were a little kid? 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. I've mostly taught music over the years, and recently I've been focusing on the street performing. I watch YouTube videos. I sort of clear my mind.". document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Begin typing your search above and press return to search. Im always developing my craft by learning new songs and techniques and dances. There are tons of stories I could share, but one that really stands out is the first time I ever pushed myself. This is called Le Petit Chat Gris. Theres no choreography. But its not all about the money for Klug. Also, I find it really interesting that you say that theyre all mediocre. Copyright 2023 AcoustiCult. National Champion Buckdancer, Hillary Klug is known for her fiddling and dancing. Bill began consulting for humanitarian and public policy groups while Hillary entered the political world. Like okay, this buck dancing that hes kept alive, that hes developed, that hes taught to others. She's a phenomenal fiddler with a heart of gold! I particularly like the Dominants for recording. Although Lewinsky initially denied the claims in regards to the Paula Jones case, she later confirmed the relationship and testified twice in front of the grand jury and handed over to prosecutors a dark blue dress that she alleged may contain physical evidence of her sexual relationship with Bill Clinton. Lexi Lew, a 23-year-old busking regular, understood what it took to become a street performer, and she encouraged Klug to do it for a living. Hillary Klug 14:05Well, I mean, and then just comparing myself to others. Thats where I developed my craft. I have seen, like, racist comments on some of my videos. A love for politics and service brings Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham together. Shortly after finding a home in Arkansas, Hillary accepted Bill's proposal. He held me accountable for my actions. Bush, with 370 electoral votes against Bush's 168. I couldnt agree more. Rick is coming out with a new record soon called The Edge of Light, and I hope it gets some traction in the music business. Thank you for being willing to chat with us Hillary. Then well do a video to go along with it. Now Im just like realizing, oh my word, theres so much, so much stuff, going on in this world thats just out of control. Shes coming up with her own thing based on the traditions,-Jim Wood. In August, amidst his trial, President Clinton submitted to hours of videotaped testimony from Independent Counsel Ken Starr's prosecutors for the grand jury. So youre not going to see as flashy dance steps. I didnt expect that. I would continue to record at Jim Woods studio with Jim Wood producing my record. I put a lot into it, and I really enjoy it. I think its so cool to look at the lineage of fiddle players and the lineage of fiddle tunes and say, like, Oh, this fiddle tune was played by this guy. Like none of us are. My tune is also on the soundtrack. And now that weve had that incredible conversation, I want to sort of focus it on you. And so the rhythm had to be part of the fiddle music, whereas, you know, these people over here, like, they played more melodically but they had rhythm accompaniment instruments. And I just geek out about that stuff. And while my sister and I lived with my dad for a few months in Argentina for a couple summers, specifically in Buenos Aires. I love what he does with my music, and Id be excited to see what he could do with a bigger budget. I never dreamed of being a dancing fiddler, but here I am. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. And I loved your response to everything thats going on in our society right now. Michelle Khouri 9:27Which is called busking, right? I was born and raised in Fayetteville, Tennessee with an older brother and sister. The thing that I love about this period of time is that it is pushing us to start telling the whole story about things. She helped me buy a violin. I have pleased the algorithm gods, they are favoring me. He lost to the Republican incumbent, John Paul Hammerschmidt. Evan . 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. Its many different aspects of history. 2. Other former presidents and their partners George and Laura Bush, Barack and Michelle Obama were also in attendance. Hillary Klug 6:20Howdy. And like you said, your platform is enormous, millions, 10s of millions of views. https://hillaryklug.comWe filmed this video at the East Nashville Hot Yoga! People loved the fiddling and dancing, and they tipped me plenty of money to pay for parking. I have over 739 thousand followers on Facebook with 14 viral videos. I love this gal to pieces, see why I want to give her my songs? According to the Texas Tribune, Bill served as McGovern's "Texas political point man" while Hillary was "responsible for registering black and Hispanic South Texas voters for the Democratic National Committee.". Great things ahead. And then well do performance. 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. We were instant friends, and the dynamic was as though I've known her and played with her for years! She is a joy to talk to and we get very real about conversations regarding race and the whitewashing of the history of fiddling and buck dancing or clogging. Hes always teaching, encouraging, and demonstrating. The engagements are marketed as "An Evening with the Clintons" and will focus on the 2016 election and pivotal moments from the Clintons' careers. She included a sentimental ode to Bill in her book, reflecting on the high points of their 40-plus years together, saying, "He has been my partner in life and my greatest champion since the moment we met.". She has over 1 Million Facebook followers, more than 25 viral videos, and her biggest video has over 61 million views! !We're playing a traditional tune, and the special thing about this tune is that it's common to both the Irish and Appalachian fiddle traditions. And I dont want to insult anyone, but I just want to point out that it takes more than just talent. Fiddler and Dancer: Interview with Hillary Klug Acousticult is excited to have Hillary Klug speaking with us today. Hillary Klug 18:02Well, my biggest video has like 62 million views. I hope your music career increases but yes you need to take some time for yourself. Hannah Schrodt Olivia Klug, left, and her sister Madilyn ride horses at their family's farm. She is a great musician and wonderful Buck dancer. Hes a college professor at Warren Wilson College. Hillary Clinton's decision to stay married to former President Bill Clinton, despite his affair, is the gutsiest thing she's ever done in her personal life, the former secretary of state and first . I find it so interesting, this idea that your lack of traditions growing up, has led you on this quest for sort of surrounding yourself by your own chosen traditions and your own chosen heritage. But we kind of just like disregard that knowledge. I had already taken a ticket and pulled into the garage. ", In her 2003 memoir "Living History," Hillary only briefly acknowledged the controversy, simply writing there were "public relations mistakes in how we handled the growing controversy'' and ''Whitewater never seemed real because it wasn't.". I could name several more phenomenal artists who play or write amazing music that nobody listens to. Hillary Klug 14:38Buck dancing is an instrument-like percussion instrument. You should know he has a studio out in Lynchburg, TN. And I feel a sense of coming home to myself because of it. Also, its not bad money when youre talented like Hillary.. National Champion Buckdancer, Hillary Klug is known for her fiddling and dancing. Ive heard him recording in the studio, and Ive heard his album. I put the fiddle and dance together at age 22 when I started street performing in downtown Nashville. If you would like to support my music and get a little behind-the-scenes footage, see things that the general public doesnt get to see, you know, theres some videos out there of me playing Banjo and dancing right now. Lived In Middlebury CT, Seattle WA, Aspen CO, Waterbury CT. Related To James Klug. Thank you so much for just being you!!! 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. Our Story; Photos; Our Registry; Q + A; H&E. 3.11.2023. The face and draw to some food chain. That was my job for two and a half years. I love busking, she says. Just days after her loss, the Clintons settled back into her Chappaqua and laid decidedly low, with a viral tweet showing Hillary exploring the scenery of Chappaqua with her dog. I like to use different locations and outfits and hairstyles and makeup. Artist descriptions on Last.fm are editable by everyone. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Required fields are marked *. Im also hiring a cajon player to add energy and make the CD more appealing to a wider audience. Just think about how many people are listening and watching who would otherwise never be exposed to this type of music and dance. as well as other partner offers and accept our. It took us three months just to learn Twinkle Twinkle. Thomas family took me in as one of their own. They instilled in me the habits of daily practice and exercise. 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