Oral history interview with Bill Monroe; 1993 November 18 interview conducted by John W. Rumble and Chris Skinker. 1993 Nov. 18.

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Oral history interview with Bill Monroe; 1993 November 18 interview conducted by John W. Rumble and Chris Skinker. 1993 Nov. 18.

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Legendary bluegrass performer Bill Monroe talks about his career during the 1940s and 1950s. Discussion includes his early mandolin; performers he worked with; experiences as a tent show performer; the impact of World War II on country music; the stories behind some of his songs, including "Goodbye Old Pal," "Wicked Path of Sin," "Can't You Hear Me Calling," "Little Georgia Rose," and "I'm Blue, I'm Lonesome"; working with song publishers; memories from working with Hank Williams; and examples of the songs he performed during these years.

2 sound cassettes (1 hour, 25 minutes)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 7772151

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Monroe, Bill, 1911-1996

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Bill Monroe (1911-1984), Anglo-American mandolin player, singer, and songwriter known as the "Father of Bluegrass", from Rosine, Ky.; and his band, the Blue Grass Boys, featuring banjo player Earl Scruggs of Flint Hill, N.C. From the description of John Edwards memorial collection, 1940s. WorldCat record id: 27189199 Pioneer bluegrass performer. Born September 13, 1911. Died September 9, 1996. Full name: William Smith Monroe. Career active 1920s-1990s. Known as the Father of...

Rumble, John Woodruff

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Skinker, Chris;

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