Oral history interview with Ray Walker; 1991 July 1; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1991 July 1.

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Walker, Ray, 1934-;. Oral history interview with Ray Walker; 1991 July 1; interview conducted by John W. Rumble.

Oral history interview with Ray Walker; 1991 July 1; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1991 July 1.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/58841353

Quartet singer Ray Walker, member of the Jordanaires, recalls the group's association with Patsy Cline. Discussion includes memories of the "I Fall to Pieces" recording session; comments on Owen Bradley as a producer and his work with Patsy; Patsy's combination of heart, soul, and voice; comments on her association with Four Star; comments on Patsy's recording sessions for "Crazy" and "Faded Love"; memories of her Grand Ole Opry appearance a few weeks before her death; description of a typical Owen Bradley-Patsy Cline recording session; Patsy's contributions to the field of music; comments on different recordings from a discography of Patsy's work; Patsy's career at the time of her death; the importance of Owen Bradley to Patsy's career; the enduring popularity of Patsy's recordings; Patsy's view of her fame and success; and comments on the work of the Jordanaires.

2 sound cassettes (1 hour, 58 minutes)

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