Maybelle Carter
Autoharp player and country musician
Autoharp player and country musician
1978
48 years ago — 69 years old
Artists & Creatives
United States
An influential autoharp player and country musician, contributed significantly to the development of American country music. As a member of the Carter Family, participated in groundbreaking recordings that shaped the genre in the 1920s and 1930s. The Carter Family became one of the earliest and most important groups in country music history, helping to popularize traditional folk songs. Maintained a long and successful career, performing and recording until the late 20th century.
Pioneered the autoharp in country music
Contributed to the Carter Family's legacy
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