Oral history interview with George Hamilton IV; 1985 November 1; interview conducted by John W. Rumble; 1985 Nov. 1.

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Oral history interview with George Hamilton IV; 1985 November 1; interview conducted by John W. Rumble; 1985 Nov. 1.

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George Hamilton IV describes the early development of his career in country music. Discussion includes his family history; his musical influences; memories of meeting early Grand Ole Opry performers; his early interest in country music; the impact of his high school years on his music; memories from his first visit to the Opry at the age of 12 where he met Chet Atkins.

1 sound cassettes (51 minutes)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 7772025

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Rumble, John Woodruff

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Hamilton, George, IV, 1937-2014

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Country music performer. Born July 19, 1937. Began career in the 1950s as a teen idol with the hit "A Rose and A Baby Ruth." Moved to country music in the early 1960s with several hits, including "Abilene" (1963). Known as the "International Ambassador of Country Music" for his extensive international travel and popularity. From the description of Oral history interview with George Hamilton IV; 1991 June 27; Interview conducted by John W. Rumble and Paul Kingsbury; 1991 June 27. (Cou...