What is Bill Monroe's full name?
William Smith Monroe
Bill Monroe nickname(s):
William Monroe, Bill Monroe
Bill Monroe date of birth:
September 13, 1911
How old was Bill Monroe when died?
84
Where was Bill Monroe born?
Rosine, Kentucky, USA
When did Bill Monroe die?
September 9, 1996
Where did Bill Monroe die?
Springfield, Tennessee, USA
Why did Bill Monroe die?
Stroke
Bill Monroe body shape:
Average
What color is Bill Monroe's hair?
Grey
What is Bill Monroe's ethnicity?
White
What is Bill Monroe nationality?
American
What is Bill Monroe's occupation?
Musician
Bill Monroe claim to fame:
Blue Grass Boys
What genre is Bill Monroe's work?
Bluegrass, bluegrass gospel
What instruments does Bill Monroe play?
Mandolin, guitar
Short Biography
William Smith Monroe (/mənˈroʊ/; September 13, 1911 – September 9, 1996) was an American mandolinist, singer, and songwriter who created the style of music known as bluegrass. The genre takes its name from his band, the Blue Grass Boys, named for Monroe's home state of Kentucky. Monroe's performing career spanned 69 years as a singer, instrumentalist, composer and bandleader. He is often referred to as the Father of Bluegrass.