Dickson, Noel Lee 2001-07-12

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This interview features Noel Lee Dickson as he discusses playing drums for various artists.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: Noel Lee Dickson

Additional Parties Recorded:

Date: July 12, 2001

Location: Plano, Texas

Interviewer: Leslie Dutton

Length: 00:40:15


Abstract

Introduction and background information; Working with Bob Wills; Getting his own drum set; Witnessing a homicide while playing drums; playing for Wilburn Roach; The difference in playing with Bob Wills and Wilburn Roach; How long he played while on the road; His music life and his family life; Future plans; Why West Texas has so many musicians


Access Information

Original Recording Format: mini-disc and audio cassettee

Recording Format Notes: access copy available in reading room

Transcript: available on dspace <https://hdl.handle.net/10605/363334>



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