Yardfolk Encounters

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From fox trails to raccoon nights, fawns in the mist to skunks at dusk—art songs from Stokes County tell how humans and wild neighbors share yards, stories, and quiet connections.

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    The Mole’s Quiet Dance 2:56
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    Smith Seedling in Francisco 6:04
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    Cottontail in Collinstown 4:40
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    Oh! Possum 3:14
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    Midnight Waltz with the Skunk of Sandy Ridge 3:27
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    Raccoon by the Creek 3:15
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    Fox in the Yard (Flat Shoals Night) 4:44
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    Groundhogs in the Yard (Moore’s Springs Edition) 3:24
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    Groundhog March of Stokes County 4:32
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    The Beaver Island Brigade 3:58
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    “The Bear at Bean Shoals” 3:13
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    Bobcat on Huckleberry Ridge 3:17
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music for direct licensing

Organizations seeking original music for events, programs, and media projects may benefit from direct music licensing and custom composition services. River basin associations, environmental groups, arts councils, and nonprofits often use music for documentaries, educational programs, fundraising, and community events. Continuing education programs, teachers, and small businesses can use themed or walk-in music to create engaging environments, support learning in subjects like math and science, and reinforce branding or sales themes. For direct licensing inquiries and custom music production, please contact Dr. Tom and the Side Effects.

ARTS COUNCILS AND COMMUNITY MUSIC

Dr. Tom and the Side Effects

Celebrate the Stories That Define Your Community Every county, town, and region has stories worth sharing. Town Fork Records creates original music inspired by local places, people, history, culture, and landscapes— Read more

Celebrate the Stories That Define Your Community

Every county, town, and region has stories worth sharing. Town Fork Records creates original music inspired by local places, people, history, culture, and landscapes—helping tourism organizations showcase their communities, arts councils celebrate creativity, and historical societies preserve the voices and stories that shape their heritage.

From county collections and community anthems to songs about landmarks, traditions, and local history, we transform the character of a place into music that can educate, inspire, and connect generations.

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    Stokes County 45532 Plus 4:09
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    Daughters of Salem 3:18
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    Four Rivers of Rockingham 2:57
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    Jungle Groove at Caswell 3:29
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    The Twins of Surry County 2:49
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    Pumpkins in Allegheny 3:03
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    The Dip of Lexington 3:47
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    Davie County Saddle Song 3:11
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    Yadkinvillie Willie 3:57
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    Blueberry in Bladen County 3:40
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Famous People and Historical Sites - Samples

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    Strike Three, You’re Out (The Ballad of Ernie Shore) 3:34
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    Five-Oh-Sink from Lexington 3:14
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    The Waitress, the Painter, the Queen and the Busboy 4:19
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    Blood and Honor - Stokes, Martin, Stoneman 4:44
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    Henry’s Stone Village 3:27
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    Purple Sweet Potatoes at Priddy's 2:54
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Rivers, Waterways, Environmental - SAMPLES

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    Frogsboro Frogs 2:41
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    Lampsilis Groove 2:54
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    Kingfisher’s Funky Edict Bluegrass Version 3:56
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    Creeks of Forsyth 3:07
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    Heelsplitter Anthem 2:50
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    Inferno of the Boiling Hole 4:09
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    Yadkin River Showdown_ Redhorse vs. Madtom 2:34
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    Wool of Death (Adelges Tsugae) 3:50
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    Hellbender Hideout (River Doctor) 3:43
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    Jammin’ at Thousand Trails 3:14
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