I met Bill Monroe during my short career building mandolins in Belgrade, MT. He was a quiet gent that never spoke much in casual conversation. When asked a question, his answer was short and to the point. He spoke only briefly about his early days playing bluegrass. He passed a short time later, letting his legasy be in his recordings and future bands. Even young bluegrassers of the '60s and '70s are gone, leaving room for many new groups in this age.
Used to go to bluegrass festivals all over Virginia and North Carolina. Bill Monroe would be up on stage playing and our group would be up in the camp ground playing music ourselves. We didn’t stop to go see him play on stage. Happened like that numerous times. We just took it for granted. Wished I’d gone down to watch him more now that he’s gone. Too late now. I have got my picture taken with him one time though. Still have that picture.
Monroe did play on TV during the mid-50s, appearing on "The Country Show", which was an offshoot of the the Grand Old Opry. He didn't appear on many shows as far as I know, but the shows are rebroadcast on RFD=TV on Saturdays.
You didnt mention that Bill wanted The Stanley Brothers to join him in his band and said that Carter Stanley was the most natural lead singer he had ever heard Carter Stanley was a member of The Bluegrass Boys for a short timee while he and Ralph were fueding
Many interesting facts are left behind, such as the everlasting conflicts with his bandmates. And why he mistrusted so many people who supported him. Based on his unhappy childhood - he never trusted anyone.
The Monroe brothers actually went to work for Sinclair Oil in the refinery at Whiting Indiana a suburb of Chicago. To my knowledge they never worked for Standard Oil.
I met Bill Monroe during my short career building mandolins in Belgrade, MT. He was a quiet gent that never spoke much in casual conversation. When asked a question, his answer was short and to the point. He spoke only briefly about his early days playing bluegrass. He passed a short time later, letting his legasy be in his recordings and future bands. Even young bluegrassers of the '60s and '70s are gone, leaving room for many new groups in this age.
Great video. Wish you had of included the story about him scratching the word Gibson off the headstock, leaving only the word 'The".
Used to go to bluegrass festivals all over Virginia and North Carolina. Bill Monroe would be up on stage playing and our group would be up in the camp ground playing music ourselves. We didn’t stop to go see him play on stage. Happened like that numerous times. We just took it for granted. Wished I’d gone down to watch him more now that he’s gone. Too late now. I have got my picture taken with him one time though. Still have that picture.
That's a great story.
I grew up listen to Bill Monroe he is gone but I am still her at age 81 💙
Bill Manroe is my favorite bluegrass Singer,Love his music.
The Stanley Brothers is my favorite
Love this! In the Pines is my favorite Bill Monroe tune! I learned a lot from this documentary. . Keep up the good work.
Thanks. Glad you found it informative.
Monroe did play on TV during the mid-50s, appearing on "The Country Show", which was an offshoot of the the Grand Old Opry. He didn't appear on many shows as far as I know, but the shows are rebroadcast on RFD=TV on Saturdays.
Thanks for the info. We’ll check it out.
Thank you for this!!!
Amazing top class documentary! Thank you
Thank you so much. Glad you liked it.
Excellent- thank you!
Please make a special on tony rice
Im from butler county an used to play in rosin at old barn jamboree know james real well he played with me in hartfod Kentucky
You didnt mention that Bill wanted The Stanley Brothers to join him in his band and said that Carter Stanley was the most natural lead singer he had ever heard Carter Stanley was a member of The Bluegrass Boys for a short timee while he and Ralph were fueding
I LOVE THIS. TOMMY SNOW
Many interesting facts are left behind, such as the everlasting conflicts with his bandmates. And why he mistrusted so many people who supported him. Based on his unhappy childhood - he never trusted anyone.
Awesome
at 19:45 the great Clarence White pickin' in the background.
Yes, that is Clarence White, I don't know what year it is, my guess would be early 60's. One of the best FLATPICKERS.
well done!
Glad you liked the video.
The Monroe brothers actually went to work for Sinclair Oil in the refinery at Whiting Indiana a suburb of Chicago. To my knowledge they never worked for Standard Oil.
Yes that's right, Sinclair Oil was the company where Bill cleaned the oil cans.
Bill is The Architect
Earl is the CEO
@@oldcremona but WADE MAINER was the SOUL
Regarding Elvis, Bill was quoted as saying those were "powerful checks" he received from the sales of Elvis' BMOK recording.
Love that, wish I had known before I produced the video...Thanks.
Lonesome harmonies is just millimeters away from being an oxy-moron. 😂 Really enjoyed the video. Subbed and thumbsed-up!
I live in Morgantown Kentucky
Yes they worked as standard bills son james told me that
Well done and very informative for a rookie like me. But that clicking sound of the mouse makes me almost turn away. A pity.
Is that the same Arnold Schultz who helped pioneer Kentucky thumb-style?
Yes, it is.
@@ScenicBliss Then he's one very important American musician.
rosine ky
dread god!!!