Bill Monroe
Born: 1911-09-13
Birthplace: Rosine, Kentucky, USA
Biography
William Smith Monroe was an American mandolinist, singer, and songwriter, who created the bluegrass music genre. Because of this, he is often called the "Father of Bluegrass". The genre takes its name from his band, the Blue Grass Boys, who named their group for the bluegrass of Monroe's home state of Kentucky.
Known For
Opry Video Classics: Pioneers
The Porchlight Sessions
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music
Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music
Newport and the Great Folk Dream
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
Scruggs: A Festival of Music
Top Movie Credits
Opry Video Classics: Pioneers
Self (archive footage)
Newport and the Great Folk Dream
Self (archive footage)
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
Self (archive footage)