Dirk Powell has become one of the preeminent traditional American musicians of his generation. Together with Nokosee Fields, they are a hard-driving, exciting testament to the power of the living old-time music and roots tradition. From learning banjo and fiddle at the feet of his grandfather in Eastern Kentucky, through founding the Louisiana Cajun group Balfa Toujours, to extensive performing, recording, and film work, Powell has arrived at a place all his own—one where tradition, inspiration, and innovation meet without borders. After years of learning and performing classical and early music, Native American musician Nokosee Fields turned his attention to various forms of traditional American music, performing, teaching, and touring professionally. He recently won the prestigious Clifftop Old Time fiddle competition and is the current reigning champion. As a teacher, he has been involved with Dancing with the Spirit—an Alaska-based youth and community music program that aims to re-inspire fiddle and dance traditions in indigenous communities throughout the region.