Sara Carter
American singer-songwriter with The Carter Family
Born
July 21st, 1898
126 years ago
Died
1979
46 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in American folk music, contributed significantly to the development of country music. Began performing with The Carter Family in the early 1920s, which became one of the first and most influential country music groups. The group recorded numerous songs that became classics, including 'Wildwood Flower' and 'Keep on the Sunny Side'. The pioneering music style combined traditional folk tunes with harmonies and instrumentation that shaped future generations of musicians. Aside from recordings, performances at various venues helped popularize the genre across the United States.
Co-founded The Carter Family
Recorded 'Wildwood Flower'
Performed 'Keep on the Sunny Side'
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