From its opening notes by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Steve Cropper backing up Emily McGill to the closing jams by Cordovas, Roots on the Rivers 2023 was a wonderful time, with a strong turnout, loads of kids, excellent food, and musical revelations. Award-winning Nashville photojournalist John Partipilo was on hand to capture moments and memories, and we have a dozen of his best images as a memento of a sweet early Summer day.