Hicks, Bobby

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Fiddle player. Born 1933. Fiddle style marked by his use of double and triple stops. Member of Bill Monroe's Blue Grass Boys, 1950s. Played on several of Monroe's most popular instrumental recordings, including "Wheel Hoss," "Roanoke," and "Cheyenne." Original member of the Ricky Skaggs band, Kentucky Thunder.

From the description of Oral history interview with Bobby Hicks [sound recording] ; 1994 March 25; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1994 Mar. 25. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58840930

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Bluegrass music
Bluegrass musicians
Country music
Fiddlers
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