Acting
Bill Monroe
10 titles8 movies · 2 series
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.
Filmography
Newport and the Great Folk Dream
Film · 2025
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
Film · 2019
The Porchlight Sessions
Film · 2017
Opry Video Classics: Pioneers
Film · 2007
Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music
Film · 1993
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music
Film · 1992
Yesteryear in Nashville
Series · 1982
50 Years of Country Music
Film · 1978
Scruggs: A Festival of Music
Film · 1972
The Johnny Cash Show
Series · 1969