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Bill Monroe
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.
Also Known As
William Smith Monroe
Movie Appearances
The Porchlight Sessions
as Self
2017
7.0
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music
as Self
1991
9.5
Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music
as Self
1993
Scruggs: A Festival of Music
as Self
1972
10.0
Opry Video Classics: Pioneers
as Self (archive footage)
2007
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
as Self (archive footage)
2019
Newport and the Great Folk Dream
as Self (archive footage)
2025
