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Bluegrass music was "invented" in the 1940s by American artist Bill Monroe. He defined the "high lonesome sound" and the standard bluegrass lineup of guitar, banjo, mandolin, double bass, fiddle and dobro.
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∙ 9y agoBluegrass was inspired by Appalachian music and also has roots in Irish, Scottish, Welsh, and English traditional music. It was also later influenced by elements of African American music and jazz.
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When was The Bluegrass Album created?
The Bluegrass Album was created in 1981.
Does a Country or Bluegrass version exist of the popular Christian song Who Am I by Casting Crowns?
Yes, there is a Bluegrass version of Who Am I. One version is on a CD titled "Casting Crowns Bluegrass Tribute". There are others as well, this is one example.
What did the Wikipedia article on bluegrass music mean when it said that bluegrass never was folk music under a strict definition?
Bluegrass music was developed in the late 40's by Bill Monroe and his Bluegrass Boys, featuring Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs who provided Bluegrass' hard driving sound. Bluegrass was a refinement of 'Old Timey' music which was a evolution of folk music brought by immigrants to the Appalachian mountains. As time went on songs that came from such countries as Ireland and Scotland became the basis of songs that were sung and played with instruments such as guitars, fiddles, and banjos. Eventually, new songs would be written in the manner of which we know as Bluegrass Music today.
What state did bluegrass start in?
Kentucky
Does bluegrass music use a ukulele?
While it is not often seen in a bluegrass band, they can be used. It was more common in the 1930's than it is now.
What color is bluegrass?
Bluegrass is Green.
What is Kentucky nickname is?
Kentucky's nickname is The Bluegrass State, because of its bluegrass . Not all grass in Kentucky is bluegrass. Bluegrass grows heavily in the central part of the state, and becomes more sparse in the further areas. When you're in an area where all the grass is bluegrass, you can't tell that it's bluegrass, because it really is green. But - in parts of the state where the bluegrass is more sparse, you can look out over a grass-covered area and notice that certain patches have a blue-ish tint. Then can you really tell the difference in bluegrass and green grass. The Bluegrass State The Bluegrass State
Why is Bluegrass Music called bluegrass?
Bill Monroe named his band the Bluegrass boys. The phrase "bluegrass" was taken from the name of his band. The "bluegrass" referred to is a type of grass that grows in Kentucky.
Is Kentucky bluegrass a bunchgrass?
I believe Kentucky bluegrass in not a bunchgrass. However, a bunchgrass that is very similar to Kentucky bluegrass is Sandberg bluegrass (Poa secunda).
Where is the Bluegrass state?
Kentucky's nickname is "The Bluegrass State"
Is bluegrass bandit a STALLION?
no bluegrass bandit is a Mare
What is Bluegrass known for?
Kentucky is known as the "Bluegrass State"
Where does Bluegrass live?
Bluegrass is a type of hay and Music
What state is known for bluegrass?
The state of Kentucky is known as the Bluegrass State. It is so named because there is an abundance of bluegrass that is found all over the state.
Do cows eat Annual Bluegrass?
They certainly do. Annual Bluegrass is a grass that cows will readily consume just like other bluegrass species such as Kentucky Bluegrass, Sandburg Bluegrass, Napa Bluegrass, etc. It seems as if that any grass that is great for lawns is also good for cattle to feast on.
When did Bluegrass Miracle happen?
Bluegrass Miracle happened in 2002.
When was Bluegrass Reunion created?
Bluegrass Reunion was created in 1991.
