Oral history interview with Jerry Byrd; 1988 October 24; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1988 Oct. 24.

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Oral history interview with Jerry Byrd; 1988 October 24; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1988 Oct. 24.

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Steel guitarist Jerry Byrd gives an overview of his career in country music. Discussion includes his introduction to the steel guitar; description of the early steel guitars; his first guitars; his musical influences; his first band and his start in radio; working on the Renfro Valley Barn Dance; his interest in Hawaiian music; his development of tunings; working with John Lair; working with Red Foley; working in the recording studio; the Midwestern Hayride; recording "Lovesick Blues" with Hank Williams; working on television; working for George Morgan; experiences recording his albums; the move to television and session work; the impact of the pedal steel guitar on his career; and his career move to Hawaii.

2 sound cassettes (2 hours)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 7771951

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Byrd, Jerry (Guitarist)

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Steel guitarist. Born March 29, 1920. Career most active 1930s-1960s. Full name: Gerald Lester Byrd. Recognized as one of country music's most influential steel guitarists. Began work as a radio and stage performer and later moved to session and television work. Appeared on the Grand Ole Opry and the Renfro Valley Barn Dance. Worked with several notable country performers, including Red Foley and George Morgan. Recorded several solo album projects, including "Steelin' the Blues." Left country mu...

Rumble, John Woodruff

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Byrd, Jerry (Guitarist)

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Steel guitarist. Born March 29, 1920. Career most active 1930s-1960s. Full name: Gerald Lester Byrd. Recognized as one of country music's most influential steel guitarists. Began work as a radio and stage performer and later moved to session and television work. Appeared on the Grand Ole Opry and the Renfro Valley Barn Dance. Worked with several notable country performers, including Red Foley and George Morgan. Recorded several solo album projects, including "Steelin' the Blues." Left country mu...