Stripling brothers

Americans,

Biographical notes:

Country music duo. A brother duo comprised of fiddler Charlie (full name: Charlie Melvin Stripling; born August 8, 1896; died January 19, 1966) and guitarist Ira (full name: Ira Lee Stripling; born June 5, 1898; died March 11, 1967). An old-time fiddle-guitar duo, they recorded for the Brunswick and Decca record labels from 1928-1936. Their recordings include noteworthy renditions of several old fiddle tunes, including "Horseshoe Bend," "Big Eyed Rabbit," "Wolves A'Howling," and "Lost Child."

From the description of Oral history interview with the Stripling Brothers; 1963 September 2; interview conducted by Bob Pinson. 1963 Sept. 2. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 232361990

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Subjects:

  • Country music
  • Country musicians
  • Country musicians

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  • United States (as recorded)