Oral history interview with Al Ballinger; 1985 December 3; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1985 Dec. 3.

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Oral history interview with Al Ballinger; 1985 December 3; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1985 Dec. 3.

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Renfro Valley Barn Dance performer Al Ballinger talks about the show's format from 1959 to mid-1980s. Discussion includes his childhood and early interest in the Renfro Valley show; his first Renfro Valley appearance; memories of the 1959 show lineup; John Lair's management style; the Renfro Valley movie; his experiences as a Renfro Valley cast member and performers he worked with, including Slim Miller; assuming the Master of Ceremonies role; experiences as a Renfro Valley cast member, both on stage and as part of the road show; a description of the typical show atmosphere; and comments on the unique and enduring features of the Renfro Valley show.

2 sound cassettes (1 hour, 33 minutes)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 7772292

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Renfro Valley Barn Dance (Radio program)

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Rumble, John Woodruff

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Ballinger, Al.

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Country performer. Born 1937. Member of the Renfro Valley Barn Dance cast at the time of this interview. From the description of Oral history interview with Al Ballinger; 1985 December 3; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1985 Dec. 3. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841204 ...

Ballinger, Al.

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Country performer. Born 1937. Member of the Renfro Valley Barn Dance cast at the time of this interview. From the description of Oral history interview with Al Ballinger; 1985 December 3; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1985 Dec. 3. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841204 ...