Hearing twangy plucks from rustic mandolins, intermittently coupled with the leisurely strumming of warm acoustic guitars, conjures daydreams of peaceful strolls through the Appalachian Valley, gazing upon the smokey Blue Ridge Mountains. These heartfelt, soulful tunes, similar to the essence of yellow birch and Carolina silverbell, envelopes you, as you become overwhelmed with a sense of solemn awe and stillness.

Gabby Pahinui, IZ, Israel K, Israel Kamakawiwoʻole, Jake Shimabukuro, Don Ho