This week we go to Bakersville, up in Mitchell County, where Rhonda Gouge has been teaching music since the 1970s. Steeped in the faith and traditions of the Toe River Valley, Rhonda’s life’s work has been to give the gift of music back to her community, her congregation, and the students who come from miles around to learn from her.Get more information about the May 31 award ceremony here: https://pinecone.org/event/2023-north-carolina-heritage-awards/Be sure to like and subscribe to Arts Across NC wherever you get your podcasts!