David Holt: The joyful tradition of mountain music

The video features a storyteller sharing personal anecdotes and musical performances. It begins with tales of Aunt Zip, a centenarian from North Carolina, and her wisdom. The storyteller performs 'Black Eyed Susie' and discusses Ralph Stanley's influence on his banjo playing. He shares memories of Ray Hicks, a folk tale teller, and demonstrates the mouth bow. A childhood story about working in a cotton field highlights the power of music. The storyteller reflects on how the steel guitar helped him cope with grief after losing his daughter. The video concludes with a humorous story about childhood inventions and a demonstration of Thunderwear, a musical invention.

What was the speaker's reaction to the music sung by the cotton pickers?

What lesson did the speaker learn about happiness through grief?

What instrument did the speaker mention that was significant to him?

What did the speaker's father invent?