Wiggins, Roy A., III

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Biographical notes:

Steel guitarist. Born June 27, 1926. Died August 3, 1999. Real name: Ivan Leroy Wiggins. His steel guitar can be heard providing the signature back-up for Eddy Arnold's stage shows and recordings during the late 1940s-early 1950s. Recorded instrumentals for several labels, including Dot and Starday. Member, Steel Guitar Hall of Fame.

From the description of Oral history interview with Little Roy Wiggins; 1974 April 25; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1974 Apr. 25. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841368

From the description of Oral history interview with Little Roy Wiggins; 1974 May 9; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1974 May 9. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841367

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Subjects:

  • Country music
  • Country musicians
  • Country musicians

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Places:

  • United States (as recorded)
  • United States (as recorded)