About me
Lindsey Branson is from Viper, Kentucky. That’s the place where she fell in love with all things that involve the arts. Always participating in choirs, singing competitions, and that eventually led to playing instruments.Lindsey taught herself to play the guitar at the age of 16 and as she got older that led her to the Kentucky School of Bluegrass and Traditional Music. She studied there for 3 years and learned about the history of Bluegrass and Traditional music, recording technology, the joy of playing music with other people, and learned how to play the Mandolin by the amazing Bobby Osborne. She went on to receive her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Business and Minor in Entertainment Technology at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. After 4 years away from home, she located back to Hazard, Kentucky. That is where she found the Appalachian Arts Alliance. As the Director of Education, Lindsey is in charge of educational programming at AAA. She also gets to teach her passion of music in her community the Kindermusik instructor. Since moving back home, Lindsey has achieved remarkable milestones in her musical career. In addition to her solo work, she performs in two all-female bands, The Mountain Laurels and Coal Town Dixie, showcasing her versatility and passion for collaboration.In 2023, Lindsey had the opportunity to work with the Louisville Orchestra and composer Lisa Bielawa to create an original piece of music titled Home, which she toured twice across the Commonwealth. This experience also allowed her to share the stage with acclaimed artists such as Teddy Abrams, Music Director of the Louisville Orchestra, and renowned musician Chris Thile.In 2025, she returned to perform with the Louisville Orchestra once again, premiering another original work, Little Bird, further solidifying her place as a dynamic and innovative artist.
